About Us
Basic information
The Championship
The 5.5 Metre World Championship is one of the most prestigious keelboat events in sailing, bringing together sailors and yachts from across the globe.
History of the 5.5 Class
• Olympic keelboat from 1952–1968 • First World Championship held in 1961 • A living class where classic, evolution, and modern boats compete
Yacht Club of Greece
Founded in 1933, the YCG is the nation’s leading yacht club, hosting Olympic campaigns, offshore races, and international regattas.
Aegean Yacht Club
Located in Lavrio, the AYC promotes sailing in the Aegean and has a strong tradition of offshore racing and regatta organization.