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Race sailing course
Täby, Stockholm County
Our racing course is the perfect introduction to competitive sailing and combines both theory and practical training aboard our mid-size Aira 22 sailboats. This four-day course is designed for sailors who want to understand the basics of sailing faster, race sailing and improve their boat handling. During the course we will go through different types of racing, techniques, tactics, speed, important strategies to consider, different handicap systems and the most important racing rules. In addition to the theoretical parts, we also focus on practical techniques to manage the boat efficiently and optimize its speed. This is a great opportunity to improve your sailing skills, increase your confidence on the race course and experience the thrill of competitive sailing in a structured and inspiring environment.
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Race sailing course May 14 - 17.
Thursday - Sunday 9am - 4pm Ascension weekend! - Prerequisites Race sailing course: Completed basic course or Sailing certificate 1.
- Location: Starts from Viggbyholm, Täby.
- Price: SEK 5,495
- Documentation: Our book “The Basics of Kappseglingen” is included, value 319 SEK
- Language of the course: These courses are bilingual, Swedish and English (if necessary).
- Course content: The racing course with our new Aira 22s teaches you the theory of racing, starting technique, rounding, racing rules, different course types, trimming, tactical navigation, sailing with gennaker.
What is included
- Basic course: 4 days of theory and sailing
- Course book: Our course book The Basics of Racing Sailing is included (value 319 SEK)
- Equipment: Sailing vests available for use during the course
- Drinks: Coffee, tea and water
- Fruit: Available during the course
Practical information
- Location: Viggbyholm, Täby
- Time: 09.00 - 16.00 every day
- Language: The course is primarily held in Swedish.
- Wellness allowance: Can be used for this course.
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About Sailstar
Company Presentation — Sailstar
About Sailstar
Sailstar is one of Sweden's most established sailing schools for adults — founded and run by Tomas Sandström, sailor, instructor and author of several of the country's most widely used sailing books.
Since its inception in 2010, Sailstar has trained over 4,800 sailors in everything from beginner courses to advanced racing and long-distance sailing. The business starts at Viggbyholm in Täby, north of Stockholm, and is complemented by international courses in Greece.
The philosophy is simple — to teach sailing in a safe, educational and inspiring way where practice, experience and knowledge go hand in hand. History Sailstar was founded with the vision to create a sailing school that took adult learning seriously.
Unlike many traditional sailing schools, Sailstar initially built its courses on small groups, well-trained instructors and modern boats. The 2010s saw the addition of big boat courses at Operah, racing activities with Aira 22 boats, and international sailing weeks in Croatia.
In 2025, the business expanded to Greece as well, with a sailing base in the Olympic Marina, Lavrion. Today Today Sailstar offers a complete training program for both beginners and experienced sailors.
The company has a unique combination of practical instruction in modern boats and well-structured training materials — including the course book Basics of Sailing and several further developed theory modules online. The instructors are experienced sailors with a solid background in racing, long-distance sailing and training.
Course operations are conducted with modern day sailors (Aira 22), dinghies, NF boats and large sailboats (Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 “Agrippa” and Beneteau 50 “Operah”). Course Offers Sailstar offers courses for all levels — from first sailing experience to advanced training: Basic level
Each participant is given time to develop at their own pace, supported by instructors who both teach and inspire.
We believe in hands-on training in real conditions, small groups, and clear goals -- from first stroke of cruise to advanced navigation.
Since its inception in 2010, Sailstar has trained over 4,800 sailors in everything from beginner courses to advanced racing and long-distance sailing. The business starts at Viggbyholm in Täby, north of Stockholm, and is complemented by international courses in Greece.
The philosophy is simple — to teach sailing in a safe, educational and inspiring way where practice, experience and knowledge go hand in hand. History Sailstar was founded with the vision to create a sailing school that took adult learning seriously.
Unlike many traditional sailing schools, Sailstar initially built its courses on small groups, well-trained instructors and modern boats. The 2010s saw the addition of big boat courses at Operah, racing activities with Aira 22 boats, and international sailing weeks in Croatia.
In 2025, the business expanded to Greece as well, with a sailing base in the Olympic Marina, Lavrion. Today Today Sailstar offers a complete training program for both beginners and experienced sailors.
The company has a unique combination of practical instruction in modern boats and well-structured training materials — including the course book Basics of Sailing and several further developed theory modules online. The instructors are experienced sailors with a solid background in racing, long-distance sailing and training.
Course operations are conducted with modern day sailors (Aira 22), dinghies, NF boats and large sailboats (Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 440 “Agrippa” and Beneteau 50 “Operah”). Course Offers Sailstar offers courses for all levels — from first sailing experience to advanced training: Basic level
- Dinghy course adults — sailing basics, balance, wind feeling
- Day sailor/Aira 22 — sailing on keelboat, Sailing certificate 1
- Large boat — Basic Course (Operah) — Practical Sailing Certificate 1
- Advanced Course — NF (Sailing Certificate 2)
- Safety course and weather planning (1 day)
- Maneuvering & addition (1 day/ ½ day)
- Sailing certificate 3/long distance and night sailing
- Race sailing course (Aira 22) — speed, trim, strategy
- Racing training every Thursday throughout the season
- Private training and corporate events
- Sailing weeks in Greece — Olympic Marina, Lavrion
Each participant is given time to develop at their own pace, supported by instructors who both teach and inspire.
We believe in hands-on training in real conditions, small groups, and clear goals -- from first stroke of cruise to advanced navigation.