Sanctioned by. Regatta Website. Master - Open - HS - Junior. jim@llvrc.org Contact the regatta to inquire about eligibility and/or authorization. 41st Lake Garda Meeting Optimist Garda Trentino This schedule may be modified with approval of the International Committee. In SUB16 the champions have been Sviatoslav Madonich and the Croatian Ema Grabar, Spaniards Joan Domingo and Blanca Ferrando lead. Regatta Website. ANNO 2022 e 1 TRIMESTRE 2023 15gen/15gen, CIMENTO INVERNALE TERZA GIORNATA . c: Ashley Blake , email: asley_blake@uml.edu Host: UMass Lowell. Lake Las Vegas Collegiate Invitational - Overview Chestertown, MD 21620 , ph: 410-810-7468 , email: bmclean2@washcoll.edu Host: Washington College. Unfortunately, the cadets were unable to race any more races on Sunday than the six they had sailed until Saturday, because once they were called on the water in the late morning the wind from the north began to inexorably drop. Master - Collegiate Men & Women. Much pasta, pizza and gelato was enjoyed by all not to mention a little vino and limoncello by the hard working fatherly support crew! Regatta Website. Optimist 1 0 obj USODA requires all coaches and team leaders to clear background checks, complete US Sailing SafeSport training, and sign a coach code of conduct. %PDF-1.7 At the waters edge and beneath coconut trees in rhythm to the winds, we invite you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city with us in our version of paradise. Master - Junior. Master - International. Please email usodainternationalcommittee@gmail.com if you are interested. Regatta Website, ACRA Championship Regatta Oak Ridge, TN. Pittsford Regatta '23 Pittsford, NY. For the main regatta, all participating sailors were then assigned to one of five equally sized, mixed ability, qualifying fleets. Entry Deadline: June 15, 2023. Before the qualifying event, you should discuss and review: Talk to your Coach(es) to get input for which events are right for you . Sprints, Row for the Cure #PinktheBoathouse Challenge, Virginia Beach Veterans Rowing Virtual Race Series Warrior Challenge, USRowing Southwest Regional Masters Championship, Lake Las Vegas Indoor Rowing Championship, Lake Las Vegas Pac-12 Women's Invitational. Regatta Website, Head of the Marina Marina del Rey, CA. 40th Lake Garda Optimist Meeting. 5201 , email: nreading@gunston.org Host: The Gunston School. c: Serena Yanitelli , email: serena@rocklandrowing.org c: AJ Dominique. Host: Nereid Boat Club and Passaic River Rowing Association. The budget for each USODA international team is calculated based on the following travel schedule: arrival day, early arrival practice days, measurement and/or opening ceremonies, race days, and departure day. Optimist - Lake Garda Meeting - Riva ITA - Day 2- the Swiss Where can I qualify for a USA International Team? Collegiate Men - Collegiate Men & Women. HS - Junior. On behalf of the Italian Sailing Federation (FIV) the Fraglia Vela Riva - Viale Giancarlo Maroni, 2. jim@llvrc.org. World Rowing Cup II Varese, ITA. Mercer Indoor Row for the Cure Hightstown, NJ. Photographs are copyright by law. 10kts of breeze greeted the competitors this morning as they arrived at Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club's Middle Island for the first day of the Sun Hung Kai & Co. Hong Kong Race Week 2023. New York State Collegiate Rowing Championships Saratoga Springs, NY. Who can I contact? L2N 6X1 , email: regattachair@cssra.org c: Peter Scott. LAKE GARDA MEETING OPTIMIST 7apr/9apr, RS AERO - YOUTH & ADULT CUP 10apr/15apr . This site and its contents are Copyright 2023 Sail-World Sail-World Europe and/or the original author, photographer etc. 2022 International Europe Trofeo "MARCELLO CAMPOBASSO" XXVIII Edizione Napoli, Italy MORE INFO From 27 Jan 2022 To 30 Jan 2022 International Europe TORREVIEJA EUROMARINA OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL TROPHY R.C.N. Every year at Easter, the Lake Garda Meeting Optimist takes place in Riva del Garda. Weather conditions were a complete contrast to the previous day. Considering the difference in conditions, level of competition and relative levels of experience, the CSC squad performed admirably. Ryz Obuchowicz Regatta Fairfax Station, VA. HS. Regatta Website Collegiate Men - Collegiate Women - Collegiate Men & Women. c: Paul Savell , email: pjs59@drexel.edu c: Mollie Cusack. 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One of its main attractions for sailors and windsurfers alike are Peler and Ora; thermal winds that occur on every sunny day. iQ-Foil - International Games - Youth & Juniors - Campione ITA - Day 2 - the Swiss. +39 0464 506076 P.IVA 01218210225 info@circolovelatorbole.com For administrative matters contact directly segreteria@circolovelatorbole.com Abundance of accommodation in apartments in the historical center, restaurants offering gourmet food and fine local specialties make it a popular tourist destination. 18th M'diq International Regatta - 18me Semaine Nautique Internationale de M'diq 2022. Master - Open - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior. 09. FSRA Sculling Championships Sarasota, FL. Finally from 8:30 when everything was ready for racing, by mid-morning the current had eased and regular procedures began for the junior fleets, first of all the gold fleet with the best 92 in the race, who sailed a further three races, bringing the total to nine as scheduled. Vittoria Berteotti ITA in 4th place is the best girl. Master - Open - Collegiate Men - Collegiate Women - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior - Novice - Head. The committee tries to balance between previous USODA coaches, coaches new to the class, and select internationally- recognized top optimist coaches. On April 29, 2018, the Guinness Book of World Records recognized it as the largest sailing regatta of a single class with over 1400 participants. Master - Open - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior. Invitational events are designed for the top level sailors who are highly independent. North Carolina Rowing Championships High Point, NC. Texas Rowing Championships Dallas, TX. Brighton Burn Rochester, NY. Optimist - Annual Championship - CV Lago di Lugano . Optimist - Lake Garda Meeting - Country Cup - Riva ITA - Final results - the Swiss . Master - HS - Junior. Events. Am I capable of being dropped off for sailing and able to dress, rig, sail, and debrief without the help from my parents?. Cooper Cup Camden County, NJ. 41 Lake Garda Meeting Optimist - Fraglia Vela Riva If you have never been to this event, it is certainly something to put on your bucket list! International Team Selection, Waiver & Acknowledgement Form. +39 0464 506076 P.IVA 01218210225 info@circolovelatorbole.com World Sailing Events - use the regatta search facility to view upcoming and historic events in the World Sailing calendar Master - HS - Junior - Novice. Chief Umpire/Referee. Junior - International. Mid-Atlantic Youth Championships West Windsor, NJ. c: Gretchen Gregg , Riverfront Recapture Entry Deadline: March 26, 2023. Photographs are copyright by law. CSC Optimist Squad in Lake Garda (7-17 April 2022) Ted Phoenix Regatta Fairfax Station, VA. HS. According to Italian law and FIV Regulations, Opti competitors will be classified as: Cadetti Division A born in years 2013 and 2014, Juniores Division B born from 2008 to 2012, Secure your spot with a $500 refundable deposit (balance due Jan 1), April 9 (6pm) - Awards / Closing Ceremony. Lake Garda Optimist Meeting (Riva del Garda, Italy) | Apr 6-9 Selected from Team Race Midwinters Trofeo Marco Rizzotti (Venice, Italy) | May TBD Selected from Team Trials IODA Optimist World Championship (Spain) | June 15-25 IODA Optimist European Championship (Greece) | July 15-22 IODA North American Championship (Antigua) | July 2-9 With Easter being a bit later in 2022, I am expecting a warm, consistent Ora breeze. 600.000,00 I.V. Each year the schedule may be different as the regattas are not always held the same time of year. Each competitor will have a single 24-hour window to accept their invitation by selecting one event from those available at the time they receive their invitation, paying all registration fees, and completing the online International Team Selection Waiver & Acknowledgement, Parent Code of Conduct and Competitor Code of Conduct. The regatta will be open to all competitors who were born between 2007 and 2013 . 50 Columbus Blvd. Al Urquia Regatta Fairfax Station, VA. HS. When bona fide resident sailors are members of a team, they shall not be more than 50% of the sailors of their team, unless otherwise agreed by the IODA Executive Committee & USODA International Committee. Sailing News - Optimist - Lake Garda Meeting - Country Cup - Riva ITA 41th Lake Garda Meeting Optimist 2023 Amateur Sports Team. Jun 2012. 38th Lake Garda Optimist Meeting at Fraglia Vela Riva - Overall Optimist Lake Garda Meeting 2022 - Canadian Optimist Sunday, March 5, 2023: Haddon Hammer: NJ Indoor Rowing Championships Westmont, NJ. todays top news. OPTI TV Episode 11 - The Lake Garda Optimist Meeting - YouTube At girls events sailors travel, stay, and eat with parents/guardians. Sailors qualified by age to start the event are allowed to finish it. 27th Ora Cup Optimist at Lake Garda, Italy - Yachts and Yachting Online c: Bill McLean , 300 Washington Ave At invitational events sailors & coaches typically travel, stay, eat, and sail together as a team. 30 years later I still love to come back and enjoy Riva and share these experiences with the new generation of sailors.". Buffalo River Sprints Buffalo, NY. Southeast Masters Regional Championships Aiken, SC. Master. International - Other - Beach Sprints. HS. The 30th anniversary International Optimist Regatta (IOR), the TOTE . Vienna International Rowing Regatta Vienna, AUT. Entry Deadline: April 30, 2023. Riva is so peaceful and safe, it's a wonderful family trip particularly for the first time international sailor. Lake Las Vegas Collegiate Invitational, Henderson, NV; Desert Sprints Tempe, AZ. HS - Junior. HS - Junior. Master - Open - Junior. USRowing Winter Speed Order Sarasota, FL. City Championships Philadelphia, PA. HS. For the spring selections, 24 coaches applied for . Regatta Website. Host: USRowing. USRowing Trials Mercer Lake, NJ. Rowing Regatta Calendar | row2k.com LAKE GARDA MEETING The International Optimist and ILCA Youth Meetings on Lake Garda, Italy are two of the most famous regattas in the world. Coach: The person responsible for all on water and technical sailing issues. Mornington Yacht Club held its annual Schnapper Point Regatta on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th February, sponsored by Mornington-based Town Planning Co, and supported by Ronstan. European Rowing Championships Bled, SLO. Regatta Website. Host: Holyoke Rows. Team Leader: The person responsible for all onshore issues, the link between the Organizing Authorities (OA) and the team. Lake Garda Meeting | Norman Sailing To. The penultimate day of the international Optimist regatta closes with the three races scheduled under very good wind conditions. Open - Collegiate Men - Collegiate Women - Collegiate Men & Women - Novice. This year's edition incorporates the inaugural 29er Asian Championship. Lungolago Conca d'oro, 12 38069 Torbole sul Garda (TN) - Italia Tel. Master - Open - HS - Junior - Coxn - Erg. Regatta Website, Independence Day Regatta Philadelphia, PA. Master - Open - Adaptive - Junior - Novice - International. HS - Junior. The team will be composed entirely of female sailors. Erik Scheidt (Fraglia Vela Riva), after his victory in the last edition, repeated the feat, succeeding in the final races to impose himself on his most direct opponent Alberto Avanzini (CNBardolino). c: Bill Grier , email: bill.grier@illinoisrowingassociation.com Host: Illinois Rowing Association. Regatta Website. Host: USRowing. Regatta Website. Regatta Website. Entry Deadline: September 6, 2023. The International Committee takes into account when a regatta is taking place and event selection when making the schedule. East District Championship Regatta Fellsmere, FL. Regatta Website. 30. IODA events are designed for the top level sailors who are highly independent. A challenging day for the race management team. For questions regarding Dual Passports or Bona Fide Resident application process, please contact the USODA Executive Director at usoda.admin@gmail.com and/or USODA International Chair at usodainternationalcommittee@gmail.com. Junior. Erg. There will be much more to share once we get closer to the event. USODA prepares a draft budget and collects the budgeted registration fee when a sailor accepts their invitation. . Attend the International Presentation. <>/Metadata 174 0 R/ViewerPreferences 175 0 R>> Master - Open - Junior - Novice. International - Other - Coastal. International - Championship. Master. Elk Lake Spring Regatta Victoria, BC. Two 'victories' in the women's field with Vittoria Berteotti and Victoria Demurtas in the cadet and junior categories respectively. c: Cam Brown , email: cbrown164@occ.cccd.edu c: Gregg Hartsuff . Master. At the time an invitation is received, the competitor will be able to choose one event from those that are available at that time. There are 6 National Events a year (4 fleet racing and 2 team racing) designated as 'Qualifying Events' at which class members can compete to represent the USODA at international regattas: The Schedule for all International events is posted on the USODA International page. HS - Junior. 9 - 11 Aug 2022 Optimist The classic summer event on Lake Garda for the Optimist class: 2022 will be the 28 edition. Spring Break Race Lake Maitland (Winter Park, FL). Pittsford, NY 14534 , ph: 443.804.7191 , email: jwallace@pittsfordcrew.org Host: Pittsford Crew. Flaglia Vela Riva. Masters National Championships Sarasota, FL. The USODA travel agent, Elizabeth Kratzig, has worked with USODA families at most of our events over many years and can assist with air tickets, rental cars, hotels, etc. Alberta Indoor Rowing Championships Blackfalds, AB. Cincinnati High School Invitational Bethel, OH. <> 40th Lake Garda Meetng Optimist - International Optimist Dinghy Association . Junior. 3 0 obj Entry Deadline: March 5, 2023. Hartford CT 06106 , ph: 860-841-7952 , email: regatta@riverfront.org Host: Riverfront Recapture. World Indoor Rowing Championships Boston MA. Winter Park, FL 32789 , ph: 407-646-2375 , email: spistor@rollins.edu Host: Rollins Rowing. Second place for Mia Paoletti and third for Ginevra Rovaglia. Steve Neczypor Regatta Cooper River. Even the United States returned with the team that is punctually selected for this event, which combines sport and tourism. 14 April 2022 @ 8:00 - 17 April 2022 @ 17:00. Master - Open - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior. HS - Junior. This year's edition incorporates the inaugural 29er Asian Championship. Darrell Winslow Regatta Fairfax Station, VA. HS. Entry Deadline: April 14, 2023. Regatta Website. Host: PRINCETON NATIONAL ROWING ASSOCIATION. If any event is cancelled by the Organizing Authority (OA), or the team is unable to travel due to State Department travel restrictions, USODA will only be able to provide refunds to sailors based on what is available in that teams account. Host: ACRA. What happens next? Erg. HS - Junior. Host: FISA. Covered Bridge Regatta Dexter Lake, Oregon. Entry Deadline: October 8, 2023. Around 1000 young sailors from over 30 nations will attend at this regatta - a unique spectacle for spectators too! 14 - 17 April 2022 40 LAKE GARDA MEETING 2022 8 Meeting Country Cup . Riva is at the Northern end of Lago di Garda nested in foothills of beautiful Dolomite Alps. Regatta Website. 34. Lake Garda Meeting Optimist Class - Guide - Events c: Julie Lefer Quick , email: events@pvriverfront.org Host: Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club. The weather and wind conditions were always excellent and on the last day even quite challenging with a strong southerly wind (over 20 knots) fed by the "bora" in the North Adriatic sea and consequently with short and high waves, which highlighted the incredible abilities of the very young participants of the Optimist class. Entry Deadline: April 9, 2023. American Youth Cup Series II Nashville, TN. HS - Junior. c: Craig Leeds , email: caleeds@pacbell.net c: Craig. This regatta is an invitational. 1st Manny Flick Philadelphia, PA. HS. Entry Deadline: March 20, 2023. e P. IVA 01855030225 Other - Coastal. ", Coach Marek Valasek, "I had the privilege of sailing my Optimist in the event in its early years back in 1985-87. Sailing Club St. Moritz, Lake Silvaplana, Potsdamer Yacht Club, Lake Wannsee, Berlin, International Optimist Dinghy Association, Topic 3 - Navigating Wildlife and Biodiversity, Trofeo MARCELLO CAMPOBASSO XXVIII Edizione, TORREVIEJA EUROMARINA OPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL TROPHY, Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta 2022, 32nd International Vila de Palamos Optimist Trophy 16th Nations Cup, Tenth Bodrum International Optimist Regatta BIOR, Clivo Sailing Cup & Memorial Antoli esi, 35th Magic Marine Optimist Easter Regatta 2022, CIP Generali Antibes's Regatta Skema Business School 2022, Toyota Optimist and Starling National Championships 2022, Team Racing CIP Optimist Generali Antibess Regatta Skema Business School 2022, IOR Regatta, TOTE Team Racing & TOTE Clinic, Choco Cup International Optimist Regatta 2022. OARS Youth Invitational Orlando, FL. Support Parents are selected by the USODA International Committee in consultation with Team Coaches. Apart from sailing, one can enjoy bike rides and hiking in the surrounding mountains, day trips to destination like Venice, Verona or the 5000-ft. peak of skiing resort Madonna di Campiglio. Regatta Website. HS - Junior. Collegiate Covered Bridge Regatta Dexter Lake, Oregon. c: Scott Meade , 1626 Balltown Road, NIskayuna NY 12309 , ph: 5185426016 , email: scottmeade@outlook.com Host: Niskayuna Rowing. 2022 Team USA Lake Garda team dinner and practice . I think I qualified! If you wish to use or buy a photograph contact the photographer directly. Host: Rockland Rowing Association. Alessandro Ricci (Lni Ostia) leapt forward by no less than five positions, conquering the podium thanks to a 5-6-1 achieved in the last three races of the finals. International Optimist Dinghy Association , ph: 3154846203 , email: jlister@hamilton.edu Host: Saratoga Rowing Association. Nearly every sailor I have coached at this event returns with elevated confidence, which is particularly important for those sailing the USODA Team Trials or prepare for early summer events. When it comes to sailing, the competition at the regatta is fierce. France MORE INFO < 1 ; 2 > Instagram; Facebook; Ver perfil. The Opti Meeting will be open to all competitors who were born between 2008 and 2014. Collegiate Men & Women - Championship. Regatta Website. Regatta Website. 06.02.2023 - Class 40 - Globe 40 - Recife ARG - Leg 7 - Day 1 Master - HS - Adaptive - Novice - Head. USRowing Masters National Championships Indianapolis, IN. Pacific Invitational San Francisco, CA. International Optimist Dinghy Association Regatta Website. International - Other - Coastal. It's a great balance of fun and competition. Pac-12 Championships Dexter Lake, OR. Dogwood Masters Classic Oak Ridge, TN. Only IODA events have Team Leaders. Dad Vail Regatta Cooper River NJ. Regatta Website. Open - Collegiate Men - Collegiate Men & Women. The race management of such a large fleet was very impressive. The temps are beautiful this time of the year, mid 60's in the evenings and low 80's in the peak of the day. USRowing National Selection Regatta Chula Vista, CA. Regatta Website, Mohawk Meltdown Niskayuna, NY. Master - Open - HS - Junior - Erg - Other - Middle School. Junior - International. This Guinness World Record breaking event, classified as the largest single-class regatta in the world with 1055 actual participants in 2012, is as exciting on land as well as on water. Regatta Website. USODA Optimist Nationals 2014 California YC JULY 20-27th. Regatta Website. HS - Junior. 06.02.2023 - IMOCA Open 60 - The Ocean Race - Leg 2 - Day . Parents are highly encouraged to accept the invitation immediately! TARS Regatta Lake Maitland (Winter Park, FL). Sun Hung Kai & Co. Hong Kong Race Week preview, 236 sailors will take to the water to compete. Master - Open - Collegiate Men & Women - HS - Junior. Most of the sailors I've worked with over the past twenty five years have mentioned Lake Garda is by far their favorite sailing venue. St. Catharines, ON It was a baptism by fire for the CSC squad with 30+ knot winds and 10 degree Celsius temperatures for their first day on the lake. For many families, many from abroad, the Ora Cup Ora was once again an opportunity for a holiday on Garda Trentino, after two years in which few racers arrived from abroad due to pandemic restrictions. After the 24-hour window expires, the next sailor qualified from the list will be invited. Parents will have 24-hours to register the sailor. c: Ken Campbell , C/O 9 Old Mill Road Who is responsible for the team budgeting and accounting? Regate Allenamenti e clinic - Campione Univela . 02.14.23 - 02.17.23 Finn - International Week - Cannes FRA . c: Jim Lister , 198 College Hill Rd. Southwest Masters Championships Chula Vista, CA. This is where you can see which International Teams will be selected from each Qualifying Event. 2022 regattas at Fraglia Vela Malcesine on Lake Garda 04. As per World Sailing Regulations Appendix 3, Item 19.6 (d), IODA Events require competitors to have World Sailing Eligibility as defined in Item 19.4 and 19.5. Mark Jardine speaks to Ben McGrane of Hyde Sails at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show 2023 about the sail loft's developments in the OEM and One-Design markets, and his sailing plans for the year ahead. Among the very young cadets, the last two races have changed the top of the ranking: Filippo Noto (Societ Canottieri Marsala) won both races of the last day with detachment, thus managing to overtake Antonino Mortillaro (VelaClub Palermo), leader until the penultimate day and still finished on the second step of the podium. The 41 Lake Garda Meeting Optimists is taking place on 4 April to 9 April 2023.. Welcome to our secret hideaway on Singapores northeastern rim. Regatta Website, Kerr Cup Schuylkill River, Philadelphia, PA. Collegiate Men - Collegiate Women - Collegiate Men & Women. Coral Reef Yacht Club Youth Sailing. Guinness World Record HS - Invite - Championship. Athlete. Metropolitan Youth Speed Order Leonia, NJ. Central Masters Regional Championships Oklahoma City, OK. Master - Open. Master. Since its introduction 40 years ago, it has hosted thousands of sailors from all over the world. Italy MORE INFO . The formal start of the event on April 12th was marked by an Olympic style opening ceremony. The Garda Optimist Meeting is still an event where the value of brotherhood and respect for the opponent remain paramount, as is well represented by the event logo in which children from different ethnic groups are standing in a circle holding hands. c: Maggie Brokaw , email: dsmrowing@gmail.com Host: Wilmington Rowing Center. If you need answers to other questions please do not hesitate to contact the International Committee. 5201 , email: nreading@gunston.org Host: The Gunston School. Master - HS - Adaptive - Junior. 10kts of breeze greeted the competitors this morning as they arrived at Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club's Middle Island for the first day of the Sun Hung Kai & Co. Hong Kong Race Week 2023. HS - Junior. Collegiate Men - Collegiate Women. Hosted by the Fraglia Vela Riva Yacht Club in Riva Del Garda this event holds the Guinness Record as the worlds largest single-class regatta. Trofeo Simone Lombardi regatta 9-11 Augst 2022 - Fraglia Vela Malcesine 40 Lake Garda Meeting Optimist - Fraglia Vela Riva HS. James River Sprints Richmond, VA. HS - Junior. YOUTH CENTENARY REGATTA FV Riva Optimist Riva Del Garda 45 TROFEO BIANCHI ALPE DEL GARDA CV Gargnano Altura, Monotipi, ORC, Protagonist*, Asso 99, Dolphin 81*, Ufo 22, Fun . HS. 2022 regattas at Fraglia Vela Malcesine Every year Fraglia Vela Malcesine organises many prestigious events, for a total of 80 days of events in 2022, divided in 21 local, national and international regattas, with over 30.000 expected daily presences. Collegiate Men & Women - Championship. Garden State Scholastic Championships Camden, NJ. Elk Lake Spring Regatta Victoria, BC. Sailing regatta Optimist Class: more than 1000 young helmsmen will kick off the Garda Trentino racing season. Tiago Salgado (SGP 719) and Samuel Tan-Hardy (SGP 727) placed well in the Bronze fleet. Regatta Website. Thanks to this phenomenon, Garda became Europes top sailing destinations for sailors from Optimist to Olympic and Professional levels. Regatta Website, Head Of The Passaic Lyndhurst, NJ. A truly memorable edition of the Garda Optimist Meeting, an event organised by Fraglia Vela Riva on behalf of the Italian Sailing Federation, which was already certified Guinness World Records in 2012, has come to an end, as it should have been for the fortieth year since its inception.