Topper Ireland logo featuring a stylised red and blue Topper sail emblem with the words "Topper Ireland" representing the national youth sailing class.

Welcome to Topper Ireland!

National Body for Topper Class Sailing in Ireland.

The Topper sailing dinghy is loved globally for fun and competitive racing, with nearly 50,000 boats sailed worldwide. In Ireland, it’s a popular choice for sailors starting their racing journey and offers three rig sizes (4.2, 5.3, and 6.4) for sailors of all ages and size.

Known as the ‘Friendly Class’, the Topper develops sailing talent and essential life skills like confidence, teamwork, and fitness. Many Topper sailors have advanced to Olympic competition, the Volvo Ocean Race, and America’s Cup.

Upcoming Events

May 2025
May 25
25 May 2025
Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club, 7 Seafront Road, Cultra
Holywood, Northern Ireland BT18 0BB United Kingdom
June 2025
July 2025
Jul 04
04 July 2025
Lough Erne YC,
Jul 21
August 2025
Aug 10
10 August 2025
Galway City SC,
Aug 23
23 August 2025
Quoile YC,
September 2025
Sep 14
14 September 2025
Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club, 7 Seafront Road, Cultra
Holywood, Northern Ireland BT18 0BB United Kingdom
Sep 28
28 September 2025
National YC,

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