The Yngling found its way to Australia in the early 70’s and since that time our fleet has grown to around 40 boats. Soon after the Yngling commenced sailing in Sydney the Australia International Yngling Association AIYA was formed to build the class, manage racing and the rules. To date AIYA has hosted 2 worlds in Sydney in 1996 and 2004. The AIYA has had around 500 members through the years and today is a strong association of 20 regular fleet and championship boats. In January 2012 AIYA will again be the host country of the Yngling World Championships.