World Sailing is the world governing body for the sport of sailing, officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

World Sailing's five-year strategy 2018 - 2022 was approved at the 2018 Mid-Year Meeting in London, Great Britain.

World Sailing is a non-profit making organization operating a democratic decision-making process within the constraints of the Constitution.

The staff are pleased to answer queries from World Sailing Members - Member National Authorities, Classes, Affiliate Members, Continental Members, Race Officials and Committee Members.

The world governing body for the sport of sailing was created in Paris in October 1907. It was initially called the International Yacht Racing Union (IYRU) before the name was changed to the International Sailing Federation (ISAF) on 5 August 1996.

Sailing is dependent on the environment and by following a few simple rules of conduct when sailing we can ensure our sport has no negative impact on the environment.