The B.B. Bodrum Sailing Club and the Turkish Sailing Federation are organisers of the 2026 ILCA Under-21 European Championships & Open Trophy. The main centre where the championship will take place is in the Icmeler district of Bodrum.
The club hosts many international and national events. In 2022, it hosted the Optimist World Championship. On the other hand, it has been organizing the Bodrum International Optimist Regatta (BIOR) for 14 years. Starting in 2025, it will also organize the Europacup in the ILCA class and holds championships for many classes at the national level every year.
The club offers many facilities, both physically and socially.
Physical Facilities
Sail and boat storage area: There is approximately 400 m² of sail and boat storage space. The area used for preparing for the sea and races. Also, the area is using measurement for international events.
Beach and pier: A pier and beach area for launching and retrieving boats for sailing and direct access to the sea.
Changing Rooms: The club has big changing rooms for men and women. Showers are available in the changing rooms and outdoor area.
Boat mooring and docking: The club has a mooring and port system for coach boats.
Social Facilities
Resting areas: Rest areas for families and athletes are available within the facility. The race can be followed quite comfortably from the rest areas within the club.
Cafe/restaurant area: Cafe/restaurant services are available in the vicinity of the facility or in shared areas .
Parking area: Parking facilities for vehicles are provided within the club.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the club.
Leisure activity
Throughout the season, Bodrum is one of the best places to visit in Turkey for sun-and-sea vacations. The destination is known for its historical buildings, whitewashed houses, unique nature and marina full of bobbing yachts.
B.B.Bodrumspor Sailing Club is close to the town centre and within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, bars, and shopping. You can experience the restaurants in the centre of Bodrum and enjoy the beautiful dishes of unique Aegean cuisine. Also, visit many historical places such as Bodrum Castle and the Underwater Archaeology Museum.