2017 Optimist World Championship - The Royal Varuna Yacht Club (RVYC) based in Chonburi province is proud to have been chosen as host venue for the prestigious Optimist World Championship 2017.
Home to Thailand’s first national championships over half a century ago and with experience hosting major international regattas, RVYC was voted as the ideal sailing venue by international delegates for next year’s world-renowned IODA World Optimist event. The Optimist World Championship 2017 takes place between July 11 - July 21, 2017.
Located secluded cove between Pattaya and Jomtien, the RVYC promises exhilarating and enjoyable races with prevailing south-westerly winds adding real excitement. Azure waters and plenty of sunshine are guaranteed for the international teams and young talented sailors.
RVYC Commodore, Tom Whitcraft is looking forward to adding to the club’s calendar of events. “We are extremely proud at RVYC to have the opportunity to host the Optimist World Championship 2017 and showcase Thailand as a great venue for International sailing events. We had our first Optimist World Championship here at RVYC back in 1979 and it is great that RVYC has chosen to be a venue again. With a year to go it is countdown to a great sailing event. We are really lucky in Thailand to have good weather for sailing all year round and more than our share of fair winds.”