In the Water near Athens, 1 of 11
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Optimist Sailing Academy at Palaio Faliro Nautical Club
- Ages
- 7 to 11 (beginners), 10 to 14 (Happy Sailing)
- Days
- Sat and Sun, 2.5 hours each day
- Price
- From €100/mo
In the Water near Athens, 1 of 11: Optimist Sailing Academy at Palaio Faliro Nautical Club
Optimist Sailing Academy at Palaio Faliro Nautical Club
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Location
Palaio Faliro Nautical Club, Flisvos Marina
Ages
7 to 11 (beginners), 10 to 14 (Happy Sailing)
Days
Sat and Sun, 2.5 hours each day
Term
Starts Sat, Sep 19
Price
€100/month, plus €35 at registration
Enrollment
€35 (theory book, T-shirt, water bottle)
Language
Greek
Updated
Oct 25, 2026
What you need to know
A full weekend sailing school for kids new to the water.
- Boats and gear provided, fully rigged Optimists, no kit to buy
- Must swim well before they can sign up
- Racing is optional: coaches suggest the next step after each course
- Happy Sailing suits ages 10 to 14 who want a hobby, not races
About
A beginner sailing school for kids with little or no time on the water, run by a nonprofit club at Flisvos Marina. Kids learn points of sail, trimming the sail, leaving and docking, the key knots and handling different winds, mixing games with training. Strong swimmers only. Kids who would rather sail for fun than race can join Happy Sailing, in two-person Laser Pico and RS Feva boats.
Beginner FriendlyMaterials IncludedCompetition PathwayHoliday Camps Too
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Weekly schedule
Morning group
Saturday, Sunday: 9:00 to 11:30
9:00 to 11:30
Midday group
Saturday, Sunday: 11:30 to 14:00
11:30 to 14:00
Four beginner groups of 10 to 11 kids. Happy Sailing trains 9:00 to 11:30.
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Location
Palaio Faliro Nautical Club, Flisvos Marina
Athens