Set Sail!

Set Sail!

An amateur Sailing Community Program and Race Series in Balatonfűzfő

Would you like to experience what real competitive sailing is like?

The goal of the “Set Sail!” program is to give participants a firsthand look at the world of competitive sailing and to let them experience the difference between recreational sailing and active competitive sailing for themselves.

During the program, we organize sporty sailing workshops and amateur regattas using Jeanneau 349 cruising yachts—which can accommodate up to 12 people and are also suitable for racing. Participants do not take part in the program as passive passengers; instead, they can test their skills as active members of the crew.

During the sessions, everyone will learn about:

•  the boat’s structure,

•  basic safety rules,

•  onboard duties,

•  handling the sails,

•  using ropes and winches,

•  and the basics of racing situations.

Each session begins with a theoretical briefing at the marina, after which participants can try their hand at specific deck positions. During the practical sailing sessions, a continuous rotation of roles allows everyone to gain experience in multiple positions.

Each session concludes with an amateur regatta.

Dates

July 2026

• 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., July 6, 2026

• 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., July 6, 2026 

• 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., July 7, 2026 

• 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., July 7, 2026

• 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., July 8, 2026

• 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., July 8, 2026

Important Information

•  Participation is free of charge.

•  Maximum capacity per session: 30 people.

•  Advance registration is required for the program.

•  Participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

•  Families and groups of friends may register together.

•  Each person may participate in the program only once.

•  Minimum age: 16 years.

•  Participants under 18 years of age may participate only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

•  Participants must know how to swim to take part in the water tour.

Please bring a change of clothes, white-soled shoes, a water bottle, sunscreen, a cap or hat, sunglasses, and, in cooler weather, a windbreaker or waterproof clothing.

Registration

Sign up at: [email protected]

When registering, please provide:

•  the selected date,

•  the time,

•  and the participants’ names, dates of birth, and phone numbers.

All applicants will be notified by email upon successful registration.

If a particular time slot is fully booked, applicants will be placed on a waiting list. In the event of a cancellation, we will immediately notify those on the waiting list of any available spots.

If the weather is unsuitable for the program at the scheduled time, the event will be held at an alternate date!

Set sail!

The BestYacht Balaton Team

The Amateur Sailing Community Program and Race Series is organized as part of the Veszprém Balaton European Region of Sport 2026 Program