AEGEAN RALLY 2015 JULY 15-25....

AEGEAN RALLY 2015 JULY 15 - 25.. 10 DAYS TRAINING AND RACING IN THE GREEK ISLANDS. Yacht racing has for a long time been a sport that has challenged the masses. For many years it has been the sport of the rich and famous. However, today it is possible to charter a fully equipped race yacht and go racing. That's assuming you know all about the racing rules and racing sail techniques , such as spinnaker trimming and head sail changes. This summer we will be offering the chance to learn all about racing and then to compete in a one week races series around the Greek islands. The Aegean Rally has for many years been the pinnacle of Greek Offshore racing. In 2015 the route of the Rally will comprise two islands, Andros and Skyros with particular emphasis on safe harbour mooring conditions and comfortable accommodation facilities. Local transportation will ensure plenty of oppurtunites to explore the islands after racing. The organizing committee recognized the problem of uneven racing  of the many different types of vessels participating in the Aegean Rally, so this year classes will take different paths for three categories of vessel( PERFORMANCE , RACING & CRUISER/ RACER ).  The race schedule includes 3 distance races of 80, 60 and 70 miles plus a day of inshore around the buoys races on Sykros island. On each island there will be opportunities to explore the island as well as attend local events sponsored by the community.  The A.S.A along with the Athens Sailing School is offering the opportunity to participate in the event. 10 days, 3 days of training on the race yacht on Poros Island and then 7 days of racing in the Aegean Rally. The berth rate will included, the above plus accommodation ashore when not sailing, all meals on board the yacht while sailing, entry fee, crew uniforms and  Crew passes all Race events.  If you would like to join the crew please contact us for details and berth rate, advanced booking is required so that we can secure advanced accommodation on the islands.

Copyright © 2014 Athens Sailing Academy, All rights reserved. Hi, We like to send our Customers News about next seasons Sailing course Dates and new 'Sailing Adventure Opportunities ", we look forward to seeing you sail with us in the Greek Islands next summer. Our mailing address is: Athens Sailing Academy Kallifrona St 60-62 Kipseli Athens, Attica 11364 Greece

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5 VERY GOOD VIDEOS ABOUT IMPORTANT SAILING TECHNIQUES...

These videos demonstrate very well various sailing techniques that you will learn with our sailing school when you join on of our "BARE-BOAT SKIPPERS' 10 day course.

Sailing on and Off your Mooring

Sail Shape Part 1

There’s a big difference between setting your sails and trimming your sails, using your boat’s controls to tweak the canvas and provide you with the best ride possible. In this video, we explore the concept of draft, or the amount of curvature in the sail, and how controls like the outhaul, backstay, forestay and jib car position effect both its location and depth.

Sail Shape Part 2

The second of two videos focusing on trim, this video employs more great on-water video to give a better idea of how sail controls like the outhaul, halyards and jib lead effect the various curves comprising overall sail shape in the interest of maximizing performance.

Retrieve a Man Overboard

Knowing how to single handedly navigate your way through a man-overboard scenario is absolutely necessary if you want to be a sound and safe sailor, confident in your abilities to sail even with just one other person. Here are two methods you can use to get back to your victim and get them back aboard

Master Slab-Reefing

When the breeze kicks up, that’s no reason to go back to harbor. Instead, learn how to reef safely, even if you’re sailing alone, and you’ll be able to minimize your sail and stay on the water when it’s blowing. In this tutorial, we review the basics of how and when to slab-reef your mainsail.