Superyacht Racing Association
The SuperYacht Racing Association (SYRA) is a non-profit organization established in May, 2011. Membership is open to any superyacht owner (or owner’s representative) who participate in superyacht regattas, superyacht event organizers, superyacht industry related companies and individuals.
Regattas
Discover the many superyacht regattas taking place each year that you can participate in. Whether as part of a wider competitive programme, or as a one-off experience to spend a fun few days with friends and family.
SYRA Documents
Documentation covering various aspects of Super Yacht racing including SYRA Rules, Racing Safety Manual, Man Overboard Guidelines and more…
Join SYRA
Superyacht owners already participating in regattas or intending to do so are encouraged to join SYRA. An industry membership is available to companies who wish to support SYRA’s mission and help shape the future of superyacht racing, and for regatta organisers who wish to operate their event under SYRA’s guidelines.
Latest News
Big boat turnout for the St Barths Bucket
A total fleet of 41 yachts was welcomed into the Port of Gustavia this year. 34 took part in the racing – the largest fleet since 2015 – and these…
A wild and windy Antigua Superyacht Challenge
A particularly windy 15th edition of the Antigua Superyacht Challenge delivered incredible racing for a fleet of 10 sailing superyachts. Over 300 sailors including, owners, guests and crew, gathered for…
Tony Rey appointed President of SYRA
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Tony Rey as President of SYRA. Tony takes over the wheel from Kate Branagh who has steered the growth of Superyacht racing…
Ibiza Joy Sail celebrates incredible fifth edition
The fifth edition of the Ibiza Joy Sail welcomed a fleet of 22 yachts, and day one commenced with a 15-nautical-mile course set by Race Director Nacho Postigo and his…
Boat International looks back at the Cyclades Cup & Superyacht Cup Palma
The September issue of Boat International takes a look at two of this summer's superyacht regattas.
SYRA Member GELLICEAUX completes a ‘grand slam’ with class win at Superyacht Cup
SW108 Gelliceaux‘s entry to the Superyacht Cup was her fourth regatta since delivery in 2023, and this SYRA-member yacht has proven to be unstoppable on the race course. After an…
Sailors gather to hear an update from SYRA
We were delighted to welcome many of the Superyacht Cup racing fleet to our coffee morning during June’s regatta in Palma. With a short presentation from SYRA manager Shirley Robertson,…
Wind, Spirit, and Sea: A Standout Edition of the Cyclades Cup
Cyclades Cup 2025 superyacht racing fleet
Join us at the SYRA Coffee Morning
Join SYRA representatives on Friday June 27th for coffee at the Superyacht Cup. This is your chance to ask questions and give feedback on an informal basis, and we encourage…
Southern Wind Rendezvous and Trophy
12 Souther Wind yachts will be sailing in Porto Cervo this week, as the join the 18th edition of the Southern Wind Rendezvous and Trophy, organised by the Yacht Club…
The next meeting of SYRA members will be at METSTRADE in Amsterdam:
Tuesday november 18th 2025
Why Join SYRA?
SYRA’s member yacht owners, captains and companies address ongoing challenges that are unique to superyacht racing. The organization brings value to yacht owners in the form of safe racing, fair competition and increased participation. Joining SYRA providers members with a voice and a vote in influencing the important issues that are unique to superyacht racing.