TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES AT 420 SAILING ACADEMY IN PORTUGAL
In February 2018, the first I420 Sailing Academy was announces as Vilamoura Sailing Centre, on Portugal’s southern coast and within easy access to Faro airport.
The goal of the I420 Sailing Academy is to provide a fully equipped training environment where teams and coaches from around the world can participate in training camps and clinics in a specialized and centralized location.
Vilamoura Sailing Centre offers classroom, gym and restaurant facilities, as well as ample secure parking and boat storage, on site chandlery, free wi-fi, games room, and a range of onsite and nearby accommodation.
The partnership with Vilamoura Sailing Centre marks the first of a series of I420 Sailing Academies which will be established in key locations to best support and collaborate with the worldwide 420 fleet.
The 420 Class is also committed to recognizing I420 Sailing Academies in other hub venues, focusing firstly on Europe, Asia, North and South America. The I420 Sailing Academy programme is about building an enhanced infrastructure for the future, for developing and developed 420 nations that is accessible to all.
Information about the I420 Sailing Academy Vilamoura:
- Facilities available for 420 National Class Associations, Teams, to use at preferential rates.
- Fleet of 420s and Coach Ribs available
- Use of other boats, including: 470, Optimist
- Training/Racing marks and anchors
- Range of accommodation options
- 24 Hour secure parking for vehicles, trailers and boats
- Logistics Services
Special Conditions are offered for the 420 Class, as below:
For all enquiries, please email: vilamourasailing@companhianautica.com
Web: www.vilamourasailing.com
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For full information on the 2018 420 Class Development Programme go to: www.420sailing.org/content/2018-420-class-development-programme