Welcome to TODA
Learn Optimist sailing
TODA in conjunction with sailing clubs & centers have assisted over 150 young Tanzanian sailors compete in over 21 worldwide competitions, including: The Optimist World Sailing event (in over 20 countries), the African Championships (in over 10 African Nations) with many then moving onto participate in the Laser World Championships.
In August 2-9, 2025
Tanzania will proudly host the biggest youth African sailing event in Dar es Salaam,
2025 Optimist African Championship
taking place at the Dar es Salaam Yacht Club.
Optimist Sailing is where young sailors thrive in mastering the technique’s of sailing, gaining confidence, and forging lifelong friendships, igniting a passion for the ocean that lasts a lifetime
TODA in conjunction with sailing clubs & centers have assisted over 150 young Tanzanian sailors compete in over 21 worldwide competitions, including: The Optimist World Sailing event (in over 20 countries), the African Championships (in over 10 African Nations) with many then moving onto participate in the Laser World Championships.
In the 2024 Optimist African Championship team racing event held in Seychelles, Tanzania claimed the bronze medal, finishing third behind Angola and South Africa a historic achievement after years without a podium finish. Our sailors demonstrated exceptional teamwork and determination.
Contact us:
email: info@toda.or.tz