This year, the NSSA, along with the Merlin Rocket Owners Association, are pleased to once again be able to offer the opportunity for several young sailors from the NSSA to attend the Merlin Rocket National Championships. This is a great opportunity for young sailors from the NSSA to get to try out a new boat, compete in a different environment, and expand their sailing experience.
The 2018 Merlin Rocket National Championships will be held at Lyme Regis Sailing Club between the 19th and 24th August. The Merlin Rocket Owners Association are offering several NSSA sailors the opportunity to compete at the event at a heavily subsidised rate. For those who are successful in securing these places, the Owners Association will offer free event entry, free use of a boat, and free coaching from an experienced crew under a 'buddy system', free sponsored rash vest and free associate entry of the owners association. Sailors must arrange their own accommodation for the duration of the event, and may need to be involved in the transportation of their boat.
Sailors can apply for this opportunity either as a pair who wish to compete together, or as a single applicant who will then be matched with another young sailor. All applications must be current NSSA members who will have competed in at least one NSSA event in the 2018 season. All applications will need to be signed by an NSSA team manager, who must be willing to vouch for the competence and responsibility of the sailors. When considering these applications, please bear in mind that the absolute minimum crew weight for a Merlin Rocket is 18 stone, and sailors must be confident they can adapt quickly to the technical nature of the boat.
Interested? Use the form below to apply. Forms must be returned by Monday 23rd April to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Any questions - feel free to get in touch. And good luck!