Golden Optimist – Youth Regatta
Young Optimist sailors challenge Lake Garda
About Golden Optimist
Youth Sailing on Lake Garda
The Golden Optimist is the regatta that the Fraglia Vela Desenzano (province of Brescia) dedicates to young sailors of the Optimist class, the dinghy with which children and young people worldwide take their first steps in competitive sailing.
A Day for Young Helmsmen
In the Gulf of Desenzano del Garda, the young crews will compete in a day entirely dedicated to them. The Optimist, small and maneuverable, is the quintessential training boat: a regatta like the Golden Optimist allows young people to compete on the water, test what they have learned, and experience the thrill of competition in a safe and educational environment.
Growing with Fraglia Vela
Founded in 1958, Fraglia Vela Desenzano is one of the historic clubs on the lake and dedicates great attention to youth activities. The Golden Optimist is one of the events that demonstrate this commitment, helping to train the sailors of tomorrow on the waters of Garda.
Golden Optimist — edition 2026
In 2026, the Golden Optimist is scheduled for September 20. The regatta, reserved for young Optimist class helmsmen, takes place in a single day in the Gulf of Desenzano del Garda, organized by Fraglia Vela Desenzano. An event dedicated to youth sailing that brings future champions onto the lake's waters.
Programme Golden Optimist 2026
September 20, 2026
- Optimist class regatta for young sailors
- Single-day event in the Gulf of Desenzano del Garda
- Organization: Fraglia Vela Desenzano
The Notice of Race, schedule, and instructions are published on fragliavela.it.
Highlights Golden Optimist 2026
Prices Golden Optimist 2026
Practical information — Golden Optimist
Where
Fraglia Vela Desenzano, Porto Maratona, Gulf of Desenzano del Garda (BS).
When
September 20, 2026.
Information and Registration
Fraglia Vela Desenzano, tel. 030 9143343, [email protected], fragliavela.it.
How to Get There
Desenzano is on the Milan–Venice railway line and is located at the Desenzano exit of the A4 motorway.
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Where does it take place — Golden Optimist
Fraglia Vela Desenzano – Porto Maratona
Porto Maratona, 25015 Desenzano del Garda