![]() QIODA is the acronym for the Queensland International Optimist Dinghy Association. On December 31 of that year, they are what’s called ‘aged out’ of the Optimist Class and can no longer race the boat, unless the regatta they are competing in commenced on or before the 31st of December. Sailing doesn’t cost a fortune – we’ll talk about that laterĪ skipper can only race Optimists until December 31 in the year they turn 15. Sailing builds self-reliance, physical strength, quick thinking and a love of the environment Sailing is for all: tall, short, fat, thin, girl or boy – it doesn't matter - sailing is for you!.Sailing is fun: a great social life, now and for the rest of your life.Kids should start sailing as soon as they are confident near water, usually it’s around 8 or 9 but there are six year olds successfully sailing Optimists all around Australia. Your local sailing club has them – and if it doesn’t, it willĪt what age should you start sailing an Optimist? Builders on five continents, promoting competition and cost savings.85% of Olympic sailing medalists at the last Olympics were Optimist sailors. ![]() The only single-hander dinghy recognised by the ISAF (the world body) exclusively for under 16's.The Optimist is not only the biggest dinghy class in the world, it is the fastest growing.The only junior class in Australia offering international competition and travel.Over 150,000 kids in more than 120 countries can't be wrong.Single-handed is best, no-one learned to ride a bike on a tandem!.They can handle them without danger, fear or back-strain.Where to get training in a State outside of Queensland Sailing is a way of life! We hope to provide you with further information to assist with the following: Getting Started in the Optimist Fleet is an exciting time because it can be the start of a lifetime passion for the sport of sailing and you'll make great friends and explore beautiful places along the way too!
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