Gear Up Sailors: The 2026 F4 Foils Summer Wingding U.S. Wingfoil Championship is Now Open for Registration

The world of sailing rings in with yet another exciting announcement - the curtain has been raised for the registration of the 2026 F4 Foils Summer Wingding U.S. Wingfoil Championship. This prestigious event will be held at the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco, California, July 30 - August 2, 2026. A notable collaboration between St. Francis Yacht Club and US Sailing, this championship witnesses F4 Foils as its revered title sponsor. Entering its third year as a national championship, this event has increasingly fueled the popularity of wingfoiling.

Year on year, this incredible event has found a consistent venue thanks to the relentless effort of St. Francis Yacht Club and its earnest pool of volunteers. Felix Weidling, the Race Director of the club, proudly states their role in materially shaping the wingfoiling scene in the U.S. The club isn’t just about annual events. It’s a haven for foil-sailing aficionados, offering weekly wingfoil races throughout the summer and hosting special wingfoil sessions in its junior sailing program.

U.S. Sailing, a prime mover in this championship, appreciates St. Francis Yacht Club for its unwavering commitment to the sport. Betsy Alison, the Adult Sailing Program Director at U.S. Sailing, acknowledges their role in fostering innovation and expanding the reach of foiling disciplines. Together, they aim to surge ahead, fuelling the momentum of this dynamic sailing sport.