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- LATEST from NZIODA : Nationals/Seasons Ranking/Class administrator/2020-21 calendarGreetings hope everyone is safely hunkered down in their bubble. For those of us who can’t sail in our swimming pools (see below) we keep dreaming of the days to come. days when we’ll back … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2020 Toyota Optimist Nationals PostponedWorser Bay Boating Club and NZIODA are disappointed to announce the postponement of the 2020 Toyota Optimist Nationals scheduled for 10 – 14 April due to concerns and further complications surrounding the Covid 19 virus. … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA – 2020 Toyota Optimist Nationals Worser BayNZIODA response to current information on COVID-19, the governments announcement on group assemblies of 500 or more, and Yachting New Zealand’s update released this evening and found below. Confirming as things stand, NZIODA currently continue … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA : Covid-19 as it standsAttached is the latest bulletin from our international governing body IODA. These notices may be accessed on the Optimist Worlds website. Your committees first concerns are for the sailors and where we are gathered all … Continue reading HomeRead more
- Advice for Sailors re CoronavirusNZIODA wish to advise it is currently continuing on track with all its activities as planned. We offer the following from IODA advising they will continue as planned with world events ( http://www.optiworld.org/default/news/new/text/notice-1-to-members-sams2020) however we … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2019/20 Rankings after InterislanderRankings after the third NZIODA ranking regatta, held at Queen Charlotte Yacht Club, Picton. The best two ranking regattas to count towards the sailors overall ranking, making up 20% each ( 40% total) plus Nationals … Continue reading HomeRead more
- Interislander Regatta 2020 – Another great Line upIn the usual style of racing in the sounds, the fleet were treated to an excellently run regatta full of snakes and ladders as the shifts tested the sailors skills in puffs and lulls. Last … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2020 NZIODA Travelling TeamsIT IS IMPORTANT to note that this year there are a few factors effecting the Travelling Teams who will find themselves eligible after the 2020 Nationals in Worser Bay. Firstly: With the Olympics falling in … Continue reading HomeRead more
- INTER ISLANDER ENTRIES CLOSING ONE WEEKQueen Charlotte Yacht club are looking forward to hosting this regatta from their new club rooms this year. QCYC’s hospitality is exceptional and the Sounds add dramatic beauty to the sailing. Green Fleet sailing has … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2019/20 Rankings after Auckland ChampionshipsRankings after the second NZIODA ranking regatta, Auckland Championships held at Maraetai. The best two ranking regattas to count towards the sailors overall ranking, making up 20% each ( 40% total) plus Nationals (60%). Full … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA 2020 Eastern Beach Opti ClinicCheck out the Eastern Beach Clinic video – thanks YNZ!
- NZIODA MEMBERSHIP SURVEYDear Optimist Sailors and Supporters, For all our NZIODA sailors and future sailors please make your voice heard here. Your committee are working towards fulfilling the Vision and Values Document recently posted on the website. … Continue reading HomeRead more
- Auckland Champs – entries close FridayReminder for the Auckland Champs being held at Maraetai Sailing Club entries close this Friday 17th at 17.00 hrs. Entry includes the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Regatta as part of Mondays results. . A great … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA : LOOKING BACK 2019 – GOING FORWARD 2020Greetings Opti Folk While 2019 soon ends for some of our sailors our season is yet to truly begin. The weather has been a mixed bag but this hasn’t stopped many of our sailors getting … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA 2020 Eastern Beach Opti ClinicNZIODA EASTERN BEACH OPTI CLINIC Willow Park Camp, Eastern Beach, Auckland 13th – 17th January 2020. A confirmation email for 2020 NZIODA Eastern Beach Camp / Clinic went out last Thursday. If you have not … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA 2020 Eastern Beach Opti ClinicNZIODA 2020 Eastern Beach Opti Clinic We are in the process of closing off entries for the Eastern Beach Optimist Camp / Clinic. This is your last chance to get your entry in so please … Continue reading HomeRead more
- NZIODA 2020 Eastern Beach Opti ClinicNZIODA EASTERN BEACH OPTI CLINIC Willow Park Camp, Eastern Beach, Auckland 13th – 17th January 2020. If you haven’t already registered, then you can do so here:http://bit.do/ebc2020 We already have 5 of the top 15 … Continue reading HomeRead more
- Announcing your 2019/20 NZIODA Team CoachesThe NZIODA Committee are happy to announce the coaches for the 2019/20 travelling teams and development squads are;Optimist World Championship Sam MackayOptimist European Championship Kim BuchanonOptimist North American ChampionshipSusannah PyattOptimist Asian & Oceania ChampionshipWade Tresadern … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2019/20 Rankings after North Island ChampionshipsRankings after the first NZIODA ranking regatta held North Island Championships at New Plymouth. The best two ranking regattas to count towards the sailors overall ranking, making up 20% each ( 40% total) plus Nationals … Continue reading HomeRead more
- 2019 North Island Optimist Championships – Recap.New Plymouth’s reputation as New Zealand’s premiere big wave open ocean sailing venue is well intact after the 2019 North Island Optimist Championships this past weekend. Big waves and at times good breeze meant the … Continue reading HomeRead more