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CHILDREN’S SAILING CAMP
20–24 July 2026
17–21 August 2026
08–11 September 2026

For another year, together with our friends from Sail With Me BG, we will conduct our traditional 5-day sailing course for children at Iskar Reservoir!

The camp is suitable for both complete beginners and children who have already participated in sailing training. The main objectives are to learn the theory and practice of sailing and to acquire basic knowledge and skills.

Upon completion of the course, the Academic Sailing Club carries out a selection process for those who wish to continue practicing the sport of sailing and join the club’s representative team in the various classes and age groups.

Welcome aboard!

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE CAMP?

  • 5 days of theoretical and practical sailing training for children, 4–5 hours per day, depending on the conditions
  • Daily transportation from Sofia to Iskar Reservoir and back
  • Highly qualified instructors and coaches from the Central Sofia Sailing Club “Academic”
  • Leader/instructor from Machirski Sport
  • Games and activities according to the “Machirski Sport” program
  • Certificate of completion of a beginner sailing course
  • Travel insurance

BONUS! – Included Trip Cancellation Insurance, valid for the 5-day package, provided that there are no fewer than 10 calendar days remaining until the start date of the selected week.

IMPORTANT!

  • The program is suitable for children aged 7–16.
  • Detailed information about the daily program can be obtained from our team.
  • Every day, the children will be under the constant supervision of the instructors from Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club and Machirski Sport.
  • Lunch – at the discretion of the organizers and according to the program schedule. Lunch may be served at the sailing base, or packed lunches may be taken aboard the boats and enjoyed as an outdoor picnic at another location.
  • Upon completion of the beginner training course, Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club carries out a selection process for those who wish to continue practicing the sport of sailing and join the club’s representative team in the various classes and age groups.

DEPARTURE AND RETURN

Departure time and location: 08:30 AM, every day, from the parking area in front of the main entrance of Vasil Levski National Stadium.

Return time and location: 05:30 PM, every day, at the parking area in front of the main entrance of Vasil Levski National Stadium.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Sail With Me BG, in partnership with Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club, carries out one of its main activities – sailing training. Children, teenagers, young adults, students, and anyone wishing to experience the sport of sailing may enroll in the course.

Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club

Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club (CSSC Academic) was founded and registered in Sofia in 1957 and has been registered under the Non-Profit Legal Entities Act since 2000. The club’s main objectives are to provide training and competitive sailing activities for children, adults, and its members, with a primary focus on children and young people, as well as promoting sailing in Sofia.

Every year, CSSC Academic organizes traditional national and international sailing regattas included in the calendars of the Bulgarian Sailing Federation and the International Sailing Federation. Its oldest regatta, “Sofia”, has been held for more than 45 years.

The club also participates in cross-border cooperation through the Euro-Balkan Sailing Association and actively organizes joint events with clubs from Serbia, North Macedonia, Romania, and Greece.

The club operates at the Central Sailing Base (formerly the city sailing base) at Iskar Reservoir – Shtarkelovo Gnezdo.

Food

Children should bring sandwiches or other food, as well as drinking water. Only soft drinks, chips, and wafers are available for purchase at the base.

Clothing

  • Comfortable flat-soled shoes, such as sandals, trainers, or sneakers
  • A change of clothes in case they get wet (short-sleeved T-shirt, shorts, socks)
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Outerwear (jacket, raincoat, fleece) and a sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Safety

Personal safety begins with a safety briefing on shore. It continues with putting on life jackets – no one boards a boat without one.

The instructors, experienced sailors, sail together with the children and determine the extent to which control of the boat can be entrusted entirely to the crew.

  • Wearing a life jacket is mandatory.
  • Children must listen to the instructor and follow all instructions without exception.
  • Entering the water without a life jacket and without an instructor present is prohibited.
  • Riding in a motorboat is carried out under specific rules that must be strictly followed.
  • Operating the boats is permitted only to designated persons and according to established rules that must be strictly observed.
  • Children must comply with all rules regarding the equipment, inventory, and time spent on the boats.
  • In the event of health conditions such as asthma, allergies, hyperactivity, panic attacks, epilepsy, or other medical conditions, as well as any specific behavioral characteristics of the child, parents must inform the organizers in advance. It must be assessed whether the child can participate in the activity. If both the parents and the organizers agree to the child’s participation, the parent must provide accurate information regarding any ongoing treatment, prescribed medication, and the actions the instructor should take if specific symptoms occur.

*The program is a registered trademark of Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club, in partnership with Sail With Me and Machirski Sport.

Prices

CAMP PRICES

Price: €380 / BGN 743.21 per participant

Price for a second child from the same family: €365 / BGN 713.87

The Prices Include:

  • 5 days of theoretical and practical sailing training for children, 4–5 hours per day, depending on the conditions
  • Transportation from Sofia to Iskar Reservoir and back
  • Highly qualified instructors and coaches from Academic Central Sofia Sailing Club
  • Leader/instructor from Machirski Sport
  • Games and activities according to the Machirski Sport program
  • Certificate of completion of a beginner sailing course
  • Travel insurance

BONUS! – Included Trip Cancellation Insurance, valid for the 5-day package, provided that there are no fewer than 10 calendar days remaining until the start date of the selected week.

The Prices Do NOT Include:

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

The price is valid for a group of a minimum of 18 children.

The camp can also be organized for a group of 15 children with an additional surcharge.

Terms

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  1. Registration for the program is made in advance by sending an email to: office@machirski-sport.com. If you have any questions, you can contact us at +359 886 006 067 and +359 886 050 066.
  2. The Customer must familiarize themselves with our Information Form.
  3. After confirmation from our side, you will receive an Agreement, which must be completed, signed, and returned by you.
  4. Payment for the program can be made in the following way:
    • By bank transfer to the following bank account:
    • DSK Bank AD
    • IBAN: BG09STSA93000001434073
    • BIC: STSABGSF
    • (Please include the first and last name of the child/children and the name of the program in the payment reference.)
  5. You can ознакомиться with the Privacy Policy and Personal Data Protection Declaration of Machirski Sport Ltd.
  6. It is MANDATORY to familiarize yourself with our Safety Instructions.
  7. The deadline by which the CUSTOMER may cancel the service without owing a cancellation fee is up to 10 days before the start date.
  8. In the event of cancellation between 9 and 3 days before the start date of the program, 50% of the amount paid will be refunded.
  9. In the event of cancellation less than 3 days before the start date, as well as after the start date, regardless of the reason, no refund will be made.
  10. Missed days cannot be rescheduled and no refund will be made.
  11. The Customer may benefit from the coverage provided by ARMEETS Insurance Company’s “Trip Cancellation” Insurance in the event of cancellation for medical reasons, for reimbursement of amounts not refunded under these Terms and Conditions. The insurance may be used only if, within 5 days after payment for the service and no later than 10 days before the start date of the trip, the parent has provided the child’s full name and Personal Identification Number (EGN), together with written confirmation that they have read and accepted the insurer’s General Terms and Conditions, to reservations@machirski-sport.com.Failure to comply with the specified deadlines and conditions will result in the Customer being unable to benefit from the insurance coverage. HERE you can review the General Terms and Conditions of the insurance policy.
  12. The CUSTOMER may designate another person to use their rights under the service no later than 48 hours before the start date of the service, provided that the replacement person meets the specific requirements for participation in the service. Otherwise, the TOUR OPERATOR reserves the right to adjust the price of the service individually, depending on the feasibility of implementing the change. The CUSTOMER and the replacement person shall be jointly liable to the TOUR OPERATOR for payment of the service price under this Agreement and any costs related to the substitution.
  13. The deadline by which the ORGANIZER must notify the Customer whether the minimum number of participants has been reached is 3 days before the start date of each camp.
  14. In the event of an increase in fuel prices, Machirski Sport reserves the right to change the price of the program.

*The company reserves the right to make changes to the program due to unforeseen circumstances.

***The program is a proprietary product of Machirski Sport Ltd.***

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