Chania Sailing Club, Chania – sailing school and history

Overview

Chania Sailing Club is based in the restored Neorio Moro, the easternmost of the Venetian shipsheds on Chania's old harbour. It was founded in 1990 as the "Chania Sailing Lodge" by offshore sailors and took its present name in 1993. It teaches children in Optimists and Lasers, runs an offshore school leading to the sailing licence with practical sessions from the Souda nautical centre, and races its own J/24 in the national class championship. The shipshed also hosts exhibitions and cultural events.

Founded: 1990
Federation: Ελληνική Ιστιοπλοϊκή Ομοσπονδία
Email: ioxanion@yahoo.gr
Phone: +30 28210 40265
Registry code: ΞΡ81

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Racing

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Sailing school and courses

Boat classes

OptimistILCAJ/24

History and achievements

1990Offshore sailors found the "Chania Sailing Lodge"
1993Renamed "Chania Sailing Club"
2010The restored Neorio Moro shipshed is handed over as the club's home

Location

Position: 35°31.17′ N 24°1.40′ E
35.51945, 24.02331
Address: Νεώριο Μόρο, Τέρμα Ακτής Ενώσεως, Ενετικό Λιμάνι

Frequently asked

Can I learn to sail here?

Yes. The club lists these courses: Dinghy school – Optimist (7–15) and Laser, Offshore sailing school (sailing licence) and J/24 racing and training.

Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?

Sea rescue: JRCC Piraeus +30 210 411 2500. Or call 112. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.

When was Chania Sailing Club founded?

In 1990.