RStGYC Expect 100 Boats as Dun Laoghaire Counts Down to Optimist National Training Week 2024

3rd October 2024

Optimist training at Dun Laoghaire. The Royal St. George Yacht Club expects 100 boats to participate in 2024's National Training Week this October

The upcoming National Training Week (NTW) at the Royal St. George Yacht Club in Dun Laoghaire is expected to have over 100 boats participating.

Often referred to as "Cork Week for kids," NTW is an event where young sailors in Ireland come to improve their skills. The event will feature a world-class coaching lineup with experienced coaches from the sailing world, providing guidance to participants on and off the water.

Meet the Coaches…

Soren Laugesen

For the past 20 years, Soren Laugesen has led Irish teams at global competitions, offering unparalleled insight into what it takes to succeed

Johnny Durcan & Seafra Guilfoyle

Olympic trialists Johnny Durcan & Seafra Guilfoyle may be known for their 49er prowess, but they got their start in the Optimist class, just like the kids they'll be coaching. With national and European titles across multiple classes, Johnny and Seafra are eager to pass on their knowledge to the next generation

Dara O’Shea
Dara brings extensive coaching experience, having led some of Ireland’s best Optimist sailors. His coaching has taken teams to the World Championships, including two top-20 finishes in 2019.

The event culminates in the Crosbie Cup and Halloween Regatta on Saturday, November 2nd.

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