Current squad experience
Coaching delivered by current ILCA 7 British Sailing Squad sailors.
ILCA 4 & 6 · Autumn 2026
Autumn
Training
Series
ILCA 4 & 6
High-performance coaching for ambitious sailors. Build the foundations. Develop your racing. Perform when it matters.
The programme
Train. Develop.
Perform.
A structured autumn development programme for ambitious ILCA 4 and ILCA 6 sailors, connecting technical foundations with race-ready execution.
Across seven camps, the focus develops from core technique and boat handling through pressure skills, starting, tactical positioning and race strategy. The final blocks turn event learning into a practical winter training plan.
Technical detail
Focused work on speed, handling, starting, racecraft and decision-making.
Personalised feedback
Video analysis and individual post-camp coaching summaries.
Structured development
A connected programme rather than isolated training weekends.
Experience on the water
Your coaches
Two current British Sailing Squad sailors. One shared approach to clear, modern and technically detailed coaching.
ILCA 7 British Sailing Squad
Kai Wolgram
Kai combines more than four years of RYA Squad coaching experience with current international ILCA 7 campaigning. He has coached with the Welsh ILCA Squad, ILCA UK and the Andrew Simpson Centre Performance Academy.
- ILCA UK National Training Group coach
- Performance Academy invitation training
- Coach at the 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans
- Three top-10 finishes at U21 World and European Championships
- U19 National Champion
ILCA 7 British Sailing Squad
James Foster
James progressed through the British sailing pathway from junior racing to senior squad level. His Ship Science engineering degree supports a technical approach to sailing performance, helping sailors understand both what to change and why it works.
- 2023 Inland National Champion
- 2022 ILCA 7 National Champion
- 2019 Laser Radial Youth National Champion
- Represented Great Britain at the 2019 Youth World Championships
- Top-10 ILCA 4 World Championship result
Seven connected camps
Autumn training dates
Select a camp to explore its focus, format and booking information.
Date confirmation required before publication
The supplied document includes 19–20 September, although the campaign may be intended to begin on 26–27 September. This first event has been retained pending confirmation.
The training environment
Designed for high-performing sailors, open to all.
The programme is aimed primarily at sailors competing nationally who have international aspirations. Groups will be organised by experience and capability to create productive training for every sailor.
High-intensity water time
Purposeful sessions that create enough repetition to make technical changes stick.
Technical drills
Speed, manoeuvres, mark roundings and boat-handling work with a clear objective.
Racecraft development
Starting, positioning, strategy and tactical decision-making developed in context.
Video and feedback
Onshore analysis and a personalised post-camp summary to guide the next training block.
A connected pathway
How the series develops
Each camp adds a new layer, moving from reliable mechanics to confident racing and a focused winter plan.
- 01Technical foundations
- 02Execution under pressure
- 03Starting skills
- 04Start-line control
- 05Race strategy
- 06Performance review
- 07Winter preparation
Secure your place
Booking information
Complete one short Google Form to express your interest in any camp. Places may be limited and final joining information will be sent separately.
Open booking form- Three weeksBookings normally close three weeks before each camp.
- £20A late booking fee may apply after the deadline.
- To confirmExact payment, cancellation and refund terms must be agreed before publication.
Before publishing for under-18 participants
Confirm how the booking process will collect parent or guardian details, emergency contacts, medical information, photography consent and safeguarding information.
Practical information
Frequently asked questions
Everything supplied about the series is set out here. Items awaiting a policy decision are clearly marked.
Who is the training intended for?
Ambitious young sailors, primarily those competing nationally who have international aspirations. Newly transitioned sailors and experienced international competitors are both welcome.
Which ILCA classes can attend?
ILCA 4 and ILCA 6 sailors.
Do sailors need to attend the full series?
No requirement to attend the full series is stated in the supplied programme. [CONFIRM ANSWER BEFORE PUBLISHING]
How will sailors be grouped?
By similar experience and capability, helping each group work at a productive level.
What is included in the camp price?
On-water coaching, onshore video analysis and a personalised post-camp coaching summary are described as part of the camp. [CONFIRM ANSWER BEFORE PUBLISHING]
When do bookings close?
Bookings normally close three weeks before each camp. A £20 late booking fee may apply after that deadline.
How do I book?
Use the Google Form linked from every camp. You can select the training opportunities that interest you.
What happens in unsuitable weather?
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Will sailors receive individual feedback?
Yes. The programme includes detailed onshore video analysis and personalised post-camp coaching summaries.
Where will joining instructions be sent?
Final joining information will be sent separately. [CONFIRM ANSWER BEFORE PUBLISHING]
What equipment should sailors bring?
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Are accommodation and meals included?
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Autumn 2026
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