Overview
Club de Yates de Acapulco opened in December 1955 on Acapulco Bay (Guerrero), with its own marina. It hosted the sailing events of the 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games and has remained a sailing venue since.
- Founded
- 1955
- Federation
- Federación Mexicana de Vela
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Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- 1968 Olympic Games – sailingvenue of the Olympic regattas
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- 1955The club opens (December).
- 1968Venue of the sailing at the Mexico City Olympics.
Home harbour & location

- Position
- 16°50.26′ N 99°54.29′ W
16.83766, -99.90484
Frequently asked
When was Acapulco Yacht Club founded?
In 1955.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: 1968 Olympic Games – sailing.
