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02/10/2026

2027 Optimist North American Championship Notice of Race Now Available!

IODA is delighted to announce the publication of the Notice of Race for the 2027 Optimist North American Championship, to be held in San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico during May 16 – 23, 2027.

San Felipe offers a unique blend of desert landscapes, warm waters, and spectacular coastal scenery. Framed by the rugged mountains of Baja California and the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez, the venue is renowned for its natural beauty, stunning sunsets, and welcoming maritime culture. Often described as one of the world's great sailing destinations, the area provides an unforgettable setting for international competition and friendship among young sailors.

The local community is eagerly anticipating the arrival of sailors, coaches, and families from across the Americas.

Mayor José Luis Dagnino, President of San Felipe, welcomed the opportunity to host the championship, saying:

“San Felipe is delighted to host the 2027 Optimist North American Championship, and we look forward to making sure that all our guests experience the winds, seas and hospitality that have made our region one of the most desirable sailing venues in the world.”

IODA Vice President of the Americas, Sigrid Beckmann, also expressed her enthusiasm for the event:
"I'm extremely happy to see the 2027 North American Championship coming to San Felipe. We're looking forward to welcoming sailors from across the Americas to the extraordinarily beautiful Sea of Cortez and sharing the warmth and hospitality of Mexico with our sailing family.
The Optimist class brings young people together through sailing, friendship, and shared experiences, and San Felipe will be a wonderful place for them to enjoy all of this. I look forward to seeing everyone there."

Members are invited to review the Notice of Race, which contains important information concerning eligibility, entry, accommodation, schedules, and event procedures. You can find it here: https://2027northamericans.optiworld.org/en/default/races/race

Registration will open on Monday, October 5. The first entry deadline is November 11, 2026.

IODA extends its thanks to the Organising Authority and the local host team for their preparations and looks forward to a successful championship in San Felipe, Mexico next spring!

25/09/2026

Notice of Race Published for the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote

The International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) is pleased to announce the publication of the Notice of Race for the 2027 Optimist World Championship, which will be held in Lanzarote, Spain, from 24 June to 4 July 2027. You can view it here: https://2027worlds.optiworld.org/en/default/races/race

The publication of the Notice of Race marks an important step in the preparations for the premier international event for Optimist sailors, bringing together the world's leading young sailors, coaches, team leaders and families for eleven days of competition and cultural exchange.

Hosted by Club Deportivo Náutico Castillo del Águila, the Championship will take place at the Marina Rubicón in Lanzarote, one of the world's most renowned sailing destinations. The island is recognized for its reliable winds, favourable weather conditions, and extensive experience.

Reflecting on this important step towards the 2027 Optimist World Championship, Ricardo Navarro, the IODA President, commented:

"The publication of the Notice of Race is an important milestone on the road to the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote. Lanzarote has extensive experience in organising major international sailing events and offers excellent conditions both on and off the water. We are confident that this experience, together with the commitment of the Organising Authority and the support of IODA, will provide our sailors, teams and families with an outstanding World Championship. We very much look forward to welcoming the Optimist community from around the world to Lanzarote in 2027."

The host organiser, Club Deportivo Náutico Castillo del Águila, also expressed its enthusiasm for welcoming the international Optimist community:

"It is a great honour to host the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote. With our strong sailing tradition and world-class conditions, we look forward to welcoming young sailors from around the world to our island."

The Notice of Race outlines the event format, eligibility requirements, registration procedures, and key dates for participating teams and competitors. The IODA Members are encouraged to review the document and begin their preparations for the Championship.

Registration will open on Friday, September 25.

The Optimist World Championship represents the very best of youth sailing, providing young athletes from around the world with the opportunity to compete, learn, and build lifelong friendships. IODA looks forward to welcoming the global Optimist community to Lanzarote in 2027 for a World Championship that promises outstanding racing, memorable experiences, and lasting connections for sailors.

23/06/2026

15/06/2026

The countdown is on! See you at the Starting Line!

08/06/2026

BIDS for 2028 IODA Championships and 2027 North Americans
We received several excellent bids this year!
Thank you to our members for their interest in hosting an IODA Championship,
We have received FIVE Bids for the 2028 World Championship:
• Mar del Plata, ARGENTINA
• Salinas, ECUADOR
• Mussanah, OMAN
• Paracas, PERU
• Marina de Leixoes, PORTUGAL
We have received TWO Bids to host the 2028 European Championship:
• Zadar, CROATIA
• Marina de Leixoes, PORTUGAL
We have received TWO Bids for the 2028 European Team Racing Championship:
• Balaton, HUNGARY
• Loosdrecht, NETHERLANDS
We have received ONE Bid to host the 2028 Asian & Oceanian Championship:
• Jubail, SAUDI ARABIA
We have received ONE Bid to host the 2028 African Championship
• Hurghada, EGYPT
We have received NO Bid for the 2028 South American Championship:
We have received NO Bid for the 2028 North American Championship
We have received ONE Bid to host the 2027 North American Championship.
• San Felipe, MEXICO
The BIDS will be presented at the 2026 Optimist World Championship in Tanger, Morocco on the evenings of June 22 and 23. Schedule is here:https://2026worlds.optiworld.org/uploaded_files/Document_148885_20260608221447_en.pdf
Voting to select venues will be held during the 2026 AGM on June 25.

https://www.optiworld.org/default/news/new?text=BIDSfor2028IODAChampionshipsand2027NorthAmericans

08/06/2026

Happy World Ocean Day!

The ocean is where Optimist sailors learn, grow, compete, and dream.

Today, let’s celebrate what brings us together and commit to protecting it for future generations of sailors.

💙 Sail it. Love it. Protect it.

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