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About the school
Sailor Suit Yachting Academy, located at Alimos Marina in Athens, Greece, is an RYA-recognized training center offering a comprehensive range of practical and theoretical sailing courses tailored to all experience levels. Students can progress from beginner to advanced certifications, including the RYA Competent Crew and RYA Day Skipper courses. The academy provides exclusively private cabins or private sailing aboard their training vessels, with the unique opportunity to complete courses aboard a spacious catamaran. With a team of experienced RYA instructors and annual inspections to ensure high standards, Sailor Suit Yachting Academy combines professional instruction with the rich maritime heritage of the Greek islands.
The location
Located at Taxiarchon 9 within Alimos Marina, Athens, this address serves as a hub for various sailing activities and services. Alimos Marina, also known as Kalamaki Marina, is one of the largest marinas in Greece, offering over 1,000 berths and accommodating yachts up to 40 meters in length. Its strategic position provides direct access to the Saronic Gulf and the Cyclades islands, making it a preferred starting point for sailing adventures in the Aegean Sea.
How to get there
The nearest international airport to Taxiarchon 9, Alimos Marina, Athens, Greece, is Athens International Airport "Eleftherios Venizelos" (ATH), located approximately 34 to 40 kilometers away, depending on the route taken. Travel time varies from about 36 to 45 minutes by car, subject to traffic conditions. Transportation options from ATH to Alimos Marina include taxis, private transfers, and the X96 bus line, which operates 24/7, offering convenient access for travelers.
Best time to go
The optimal sailing season from Alimos Marina in Athens spans from May to October, offering warm temperatures and favorable winds ideal for navigation. During July and August, the Meltemi winds—strong, dry northerly winds—prevail, providing exhilarating conditions for experienced sailors but potentially challenging for novices. For those seeking milder weather and fewer crowds, the shoulder months of May to June and September to October present pleasant sailing opportunities with more moderate winds.
