With five classes designating the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series for major championships, the St. Petersburg event holds particular significance for the U.S. Melges 24 Class, serving as both the Midwinter Championship and the opening act for the 2025 North American and Southeast Racing Series.

Registration is now open, with an early entry fee discount available until January 15, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to join the action in one of the most anticipated stops of the series.

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Despite narrowly escaping the devastation of recent hurricanes that impacted other parts of Florida, the team at St. Petersburg Yacht Club (SPYC) is moving full steam ahead with a regatta-packed winter calendar. Among its highlights is the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series, which kicks off February 14-16.

As the flagship southern event in the 35-year-old series, the St. Petersburg stop remains a favorite for both local sailors and those escaping the grip of winter up north. Known for its consistent racing conditions on Tampa Bay, exceptional hospitality at SPYC, and a vibrant city offering nightlife and cultural attractions on par with Florida’s top destinations, this regatta promises another unforgettable experience.

The Melges 24, alongside other one-design and rated classes, will enjoy three days of buoy racing in the series’ premier event. Adding to the excitement, this year’s regatta will showcase SPYC’s brand-new state-of-the-art marina, featuring expanded slip space, upgraded electrical systems, a pump-out station, and modern concrete docks that eliminate the need for previous years' raft-ups. Updates to the clubhouse, including a revised dress code (so leave the cut-offs and ripped jeans at home), ensure competitors will experience the same level of world-class hospitality that has defined the event for decades.