Foiling for All Ages: Blockheads at the 2026 WASZP Games

The 2026 WASZP Games marked the largest foiling regatta in North America to date, with Pensacola Yacht Club hosting over 60 sailors from around the world on Pensacola Bay. Competitors ranged from 11-year-old first-time foilers to seasoned sailors over 50, racing on 8.2, 7.5, and 6.9 rigs.

Before racing officially began, the WASZP class hosted a pre-Games event where 15 sailors were selected to battle it out for the “All-Stars” title and a $10,000 prize purse. More than just a tune-up, the event served as a launchpad—giving rising foilers a chance to show they’re coming in hot to the professional sailing scene and high-performance foiling community.

The official Games kicked off shortly after the All-Stars event wrapped up—but guess what? The 60 experienced WASZP sailors weren’t the only ones on the racecourse.

First-time foilers took part in the Green Fleet, sailing alongside the main course as they learned the fundamentals of foiling. Ranging in age from 10 to over 50, these sailors brought a unique energy to the event—proving that foiling is for everyone and is the future of sailing. Green Fleet coaches supported these newcomers both on and off the water, helping them rig, build confidence, and take their first flight.