EurILCA announces first Women Sailing Coaches Clinic in Athens

EurILCA has introduced the expert lineup for its inaugural Women Sailing Coaches Clinic, scheduled to take place in Athens, Greece, from November 21 to 22, 2026. The event is designed to support the professional development of women coaches in ILCA sailing through knowledge-sharing and practical learning.

The program covers various disciplines, including coaching, racing rules, equipment measurement, physical conditioning, nutrition, and athlete psychology. Featured session leaders include four-time Olympian and Mexican ILCA sailor Tania Ellias Calles, who will focus on coaching approaches; World Sailing International Judge Mirto Antonopoulou, who will cover racing rules; and International Measurer Alex Passis, who will lead sessions on equipment measurement and technical compliance.