RS500 UK Class Chair James Curtis will host a webinar at 7pm on Wednesday 25th March for sailors who are planning to attend the RS Games 2026 in Travemünde, Germany. With multiple travel routes, transport options and the ever-present question of “how do I get my boat there?”, James will share practical advice for sailors travelling from the UK to Germany.
Held every four years, the RS Games is the biggest celebration of RS sailing worldwide. In 2026, 12 classes have been invited to compete, with 13 championships taking place across the 10 day schedule – including Worlds and Europeans! The format allows sailors to hop between classes and take part in back-to-back events if they wish.
The Games will run in partnership with Travemünde Woche, one of the largest sailing festivals in Northern Europe. With its lively waterfront, packed racing schedule and social programme, the event promises an incredible festival atmosphere and is firmly one for the diary this summer!
More than 1,000 sailors are expected to take part, and entries already represent over 24 nations. The UK contingent is shaping up to be particularly strong.
Practical Advice for Travelling with your RS
James Curtis
An avid RS sailor with experience towing on the continent, James brings plenty of experience to the discussion.
“After spending the last 15 years trekking around Europe for RS500 Worlds and Eurocups I’ve got a few lessons to share and hopefully encourage some traditionally domestic boats to come and enjoy one of our favourite venues.”
Michiel Geerling
James will also be joined by Michiel Geerling, Head of Commercial at RS Sailing. Michiel is not only instrumental in organising the RS Games but he’s also lived and breathed RS Sailing as a sailor, having spent more than two decades competing across Europe in RS classes – including plenty of long-distance towing trips of his own!
“One of the things that makes the RS Games so special is seeing sailors from all over the world come together in one place. We’re already seeing sailors planning the journey from all across Europe, but also from as far away as Canada and Australia! When people are willing to travel that far with their boats just to be part of the event, you know it’s going to be something really special.”
Topics the Webinar Will Cover
- How to get there: ferry routes, driving options and travel planning
- Towing in Europe: key rules and requirements in different countries
- What to expect at the RS Games: venue setup, racing, atmosphere and experiences from previous events
How To Join
Sailors can join the webinar via Microsoft Team using the following link:
- Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/32072643833563?p=LoiuBby4IxIG1IBjGR
- Meeting ID: 320 726 438 335 63
- Passcode: Zi9mf7NJ
The session is open to all RS Class Association members, as well as sailors considering joining an RS Class and taking part in the RS Games.
Have a specific question you’d like answered? Submit it in advance via this Question Submission Form.
A big thank you to James for hosting and sharing his knowledge!
Watch The Webinar
For more information about the RS Games 2026, visit: www.rssailing.com/rsgames2026/
