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Founded in Genoa in 1879, Yacht Club Italiano is one of the oldest sailing clubs in the Mediterranean. With over 1,000 members, the Club has long been a leading presence in the world of international sailing.

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Yacht Club Italiano is an organization that hosts sporting events of all kinds and levels, both national and international—ranging from dinghies and Olympic classes to vintage yachts and modern maxis.

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The Beppe Croce Sailing School is the structure through which Yacht Club Italiano, as a CONI–FIV recognized Sports Initiation Center, organizes sailing courses for children from the age of 6, as well as for teenagers and adults.

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Racing Team

The Yacht Club Italiano Racing Team brings together young athletes engaged in a structured and continuous sporting path. Active in the Optimist, ILCA, 420, Windsurf, J/70, and Kitefoil classes, the team takes part in national and international regattas throughout the year. Over time, this training journey has led to numerous qualifications for Italian, European, World, and Olympic Championships.

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International Genoa Winter Contest - Optimist 2026

From January 30th to February 1st, 2026

Three intense days of racing in the waters off Lido di Albaro, during the most favorable time of the year for weather conditions, offer the perfect opportunity to prepare for the upcoming season.
Thanks to ideal sea and wind conditions and a large number of participants, the Genoa Winter Contest Optimist stands out as a high-level technical event.
Moreover, training sessions can be held at the Yacht Club Italiano base in the weeks leading up to the event, making the most of the regatta area’s potential.

For logistical information, here.

Schedule

Thursday 01/29
14:30 - 18:00	Registration
Friday 01/30
08:30 - 10:00	Registration
09:30	Coach & Skipper Meeting
12:00	Races
Saturday 01/31
11:00	Races
Sunday 02/01
11:00	Races, following prize-giving ceremony