Join us at KYCN Nieuwpoort for a J/80 initiation day where the sailing is serious enough to learn something, but relaxed enough that nobody worries about perfect tacks. The H‑Cup format keeps things friendly and flexible: hop on, hop off, switch roles, try trimming, steering, or simply enjoy the ride without the pressure of a full regatta. A great way to dip your toes into the sport—without needing to swim back to shore. It’s the perfect low‑pressure way to discover why the J/80 is such a fun little speed machine. And once the sails are down, the real teamwork begins—over a well‑earned bite and drink, where every “learning moment” magically turns into a heroic sea story.

Belgian Sailing Awards

Congrats Team Worlds J/80!!

What a week! Ready for a throwback? 

The world’s best J80 sailors are ready to face off at the 2025 World Championships in Nieuwpoort! Get ready for thrilling battles, fierce competition, and unforgettable moments on the water.

For more information, please click here. 

Each year, we organize the Flanders Trophy with the support of two French clubs from Dunkirk (YCMN and Les Dauphins) and two clubs from Nieuwpoort (VYN and KYCN).
The goal is to bring together the French and Belgian fleets during well organized races over a period of 4 fixed weekends. 

A yearly recurring event for our class is the Open Belgian Championship where we try to identify the quickest Belgian J/80 team of the moment.

Two Nieuwpoort-based clubs organise their own recreational race circuit intended for sporty, and less sporty boats.  The KYCN organises the H-Cup races and the VYN organises the Interponton races.