Membership
The International OK Dinghy British Class Association (IOKDBCA) coordinates the sailing events of the OK Dinghy in the UK. We work closely with the international association http://okdia.org which manages the activities of sailors worldwide who take great pleasure in sailing this exciting single handed dinghy. Our association comprises both adult and junior members who can be found in most areas of the UK. We share a love of the boat which often extends for more than forty years!
Training and racing
By joining the Association, we offer you training and racing experiences in a variety of sea and inland venues, all chosen for the excellent sailing conditions that each offer. We have a comprehensive fixture list for 2021 which includes Open meeting venues on the north, south, east and north-west coasts. A number of ‘must go to’ fixtures in Europe this year include Medemblik, Lake Garda and Bandol. To find out more, take a look at the events section. These Open meetings are hotly contested on the water, often over two days with 6 to 8 races to count. Once ashore, a real camaraderie exists as we all share sailing stories in the clubhouse.
Communication
Members of the committee are here to offer help, advice and a warm welcome to anyone who joins the Association. Our Facebook page always contains a lively exchange of thoughts between sailors, with plenty of specific technical advice for those embarking on sailing an OK Dinghy. An annual newsletter summarises our activities during the past year, the current edition can be found here: https://sway.office.com/sfv47rlS72zM9g78?ref=Link The International OK Dinghy magazine summarizing the activities of the international fleet, produced by OKDIA, is sent to all members annually. Our International Secretary, Robert Deaves, regularly publishes international upcoming and ongoing events through all social media outlets. Do read his reports on the 2019 World Championship held in Wakatere, New Zealand to read how close the racing is in the OK Dinghy http://2019.okworlds.org/ .
Join now
The International OK Dinghy offers opportunities to sail in the UK, Europe and the rest of the world. Our 2021 World Championship is being held in Arco, Lake Garda, Italy this year! Does this dynamic association appeal to you? Please click on the link membership application 2021 and standing order form to download a membership form and standing order mandate.
Membership category: Annual subscription by standing order
International sailor £35
National sailor £25
Associate (non-boat owner) £15
Membership category: Annual subscription by Bank transfer
International sailor £40
National sailor £30
Associate (non-boat owner) £15
