Dublin Bay promises to welcome the ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship
in 2012 with a true “Cead Mile Failte” (a hundred thousand welcomes)

The 2012 Youth Worlds will take place on Dublin Bay and based at Dun Laoghaire.

The Royal St George Yacht Club (RSGYC) has been appointed by the Irish Sailing Association (ISA) to host the 2012 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship. The RSGYC will run the event in association with the National Yacht Club (NYC).

Easy and economical access to Ireland, world class facilities and race management coupled with a superb social programme, are some of the many benefits we can offer to ensure the most memorable ISAF Youth Worlds Championship.

Dun Laoghaire

Dun Laoghaire is a historic town on the outskirts of Dublin.  The harbour, opening on to Dublin Bay is a large man made port dating back to the 19th century when it was built for a visit of Queen Victoria.

The Venue

Dublin Bay offers the sailors and officials a uniquely compact site – with easy circulation between the accommodation, dinghy park and dining/social areas. The venue is a short distance from the sailing area, international airport and the capital city of Dublin. The range of on-shore facilities, proximity to the capital city, and spectator opportunities will make the venue popular to supporting families. 

The championship will be organised by the RSGYC and NYC, by appointment of the ISA.

The RSGYC and NYC will provide all the onshore facilities required by the sailors and officials - ample boat parking and launching, good changing and shower facilities and social areas.  The layout of the clubs will provide a controlled ‘field of play’ on the lower level for sailors and coaches, and an upper floor level that can be used by officials, family, members and guests. 

Racing Area – Dublin Bay

Dublin Bay is an excellent venue for sailing. The horse-shoe shaped bay, open to the east and approximately six miles  cross, allows for fair racing. The winds are predominantly driven by the North Atlantic weather systems passing over the country resulting in a prevailing south westerly breeze giving a range of sailing conditions. Dublin Bay is subject to tide and although the speed of the current is not excessive it is often of tactical importance. The size of the bay is capable of accommodating large fleets and multiple courses. 

Accommodation

The Royal Marine hotel offers the perfect solution for the ISAF Youth Worlds. This 228 room four star hotel, boasting superb views over Dublin Bay is situated in the heart of Dun Laoghaire.  The hotel has the capacity to accommodate all event participants, to include sailors, coaches, officials and sponsors.

Useful Links

Royal St George Yacht Club - www.rsgyc.ie
National Yacht Club - www.nyc.ie
Irish Sailing Association - www.sailing.ie
Royal Marine Hotel - www.royalmarine.ie
Discover Ireland - www.discoverireland.com
Dun Laoghaire Tourism - www.dlrtourism.com