making you better

At SailCoach, we inspire confidence and build performance through expert coaching and proven pathways, with a long history of international results.

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About Us

Established in 1995, SailCoach is a world-class sailing organisation and a World Sailing recognised Olympic Training Centre. We deliver structured, performance-led programmes from learn-to-sail through to Olympic campaigning, supported by decades of experience and a proven record of international success.

With training bases in Malta and Valencia, sailors benefit from year round opportunities to train, compete, and progress in some of Europe’s best sailing environments. We support athletes not only on the water, but across all aspects of their journey, helping them reach their full potential in our sport and beyond.

About Us

The SailCoach Academy

Welcome to the world’s first high-performance Sailing Academy, where education and competitive sailing are equally important. The SailCoach Academy has been a dream for many years, and 2024 has seen that dream become a reality. We believe the future of sailing lies in combining top-quality coaching with excellent education. Our boarding school program gives young sailors the time and support they need to grow, both on the water and in the classroom, helping them build a strong foundation for success in sport and life.

Learn To Sail

Whether you’re just starting out or striving for victory, we’re here to help

New To Sailing

Discover the joy of sailing with our beginner friendly sailing course at our Malta Sailing School. All while having fun and building confidence.

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New To Sailing

Discover the joy of sailing with our beginner friendly sailing course at our Malta Sailing School. All while having fun and building confidence.

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Optimist Coaching

Our Optimist coaching develops skilled competitors by building strong foundations, mastering race tactics, and boosting confidence for success on and off the water.

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Optimist Coaching

Our Optimist coaching develops skilled competitors by building strong foundations, mastering race tactics, and boosting confidence for success on and off the water.

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ILCA Youth Coaching

With a track record second to none our ILCA youth coaching programmes provide the foundations for long-term success in the class.

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ILCA Youth Coaching

With a track record second to none our ILCA youth coaching programmes provide the foundations for long-term success in the class.

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Olympic Pathway

With four Olympic medals and three decades of experience, SailCoach has guided over 60 athletes to Olympic qualification through proven coaching pathways.

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Olympic Pathway

With four Olympic medals and three decades of experience, SailCoach has guided over 60 athletes to Olympic qualification through proven coaching pathways.

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Upcoming Events

We run sessions in some of the world’s most iconic sailing sports

Jul 22, 2026

Pre ILCA 4 Worlds High-Performance Training Camp

The Pre ILCA 4 Worlds High Performance Camp is designed to give sailors, who are active in their National Youth Sailing circuits or preparing for the 2026 ILCA 4 World Championships, a strong platform to sharpen their skills and gain valuable experience.

Location:

Valencia SailBase, Real Club Náutico de Valencia, Spain

Jul 30, 2026

ILCA 4 Youth Worlds – Aarhus, Denmark

The 2026 ILCA 4 Worlds will be held in the city of Aarhus, Denmark, from Saturday, the 1st of August to Sunday, the 9th of August 2026. We at SailCoach have been offering “Coaching Tours” for over 30 years. As a result, we have the experience that brings the confidence you can rely on for this important regatta.

Location:

Aarhus, Denmark Esther Aggebos Gade

Aug 9, 2026

Pre- ILCA 7 Worlds BaseCamp (Valencia)

SailCoach’s Pre-ILCA 7 World Championships BaseCamp at our Valencia SailBase is designed to give sailors the best possible preparation before one of the most important events of the season.

Location:

Valencia SailBase, Real Club Náutico de Valencia, Spain

Jul 22, 2026

Pre ILCA 4 Worlds High-Performance Training Camp

Location:

Valencia SailBase, Real Club Náutico de Valencia, Spain

Jul 30, 2026

ILCA 4 Youth Worlds – Aarhus, Denmark

Location:

Aarhus, Denmark Esther Aggebos Gade

Aug 9, 2026

Pre- ILCA 7 Worlds BaseCamp (Valencia)

SailCoach’s Pre-ILCA 7 World Championships BaseCamp at our Valencia SailBase is designed to give sailors the best possible preparation before one of the most important events of the season.

Location:

Valencia SailBase, Real Club Náutico de Valencia, Spain

Aug 10, 2026

2026 ILCA 6 Youth World Championships

The 2026 ILCA 6 Worlds will be held in the city of Aarhus, Denmark, from Tuesday, the 11th of August to Wednesday, the 19th of August 2026. We at SailCoach have been offering “Coaching Tours” for over 30 years. As a result, we have the experience that brings the confidence you can rely on for this important regatta.

Location:

Aarhus, Denmark, Esther Aggebos Gade

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Train. Compete. Win.

Proven pathways that have taken over 60 sailors to the Olympic Games.

Welcome to SailCoach, the world’s first and leading coaching and support organisation for dinghy sailors. Since 1995, we have supported sailors from around the globe, with dedicated SailBases in Malta and Valencia, Spain. To date, SailCoach has helped over 60 sailors qualify for the Olympics, including four Olympic medals, reflecting the strength of our coaching and performance pathway. Our experienced international team guides sailors from club level to elite competition, providing structured, results-driven programmes in world-class wind and sea conditions.

2004 our first Olympic Medal

2025 our last champion