Now that the IODA and development travelling teams have been confirmed we can look to finalise our teams to be part of our Optimist cultural exchange programmes.
There are two exciting events to choose from that will give your sailor a memorable experience of international travel while meeting and competing with like minded sailors from around the world. One of the great aspects of these events is that they provide an incredible travelling experience as well as a sailing competition. The hosts are very generous providing boats and regatta entry at no charge to the sailors or families.
Read more about the 2025 International Friendship Regatta in Japan on our website:
https://optimist.org.nz/international-friendship-regatta-japan/
Read more about the Qingdao Exchange in China on our website here:
https://optimist.org.nz/qingdao-exchange/
If you would like to be considered for one or either of these events email nzoptimist@gmail.com with your expression of interest by the end of Sunday 18thMay.
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