Clube Naval De Ponta Delgada

About

The club is dedicated to the promotion and development of nautical sports and recreational boating, including sailing, recreational navigation, swimming, rowing, diving, jetski, and sport fishing. It operates certified schools and organizes regattas and events, such as the Azores and Back Yacht Race (AZAB).

Officially founded on 12 June 1901, the club has a history spanning over a century as a regional nautical institution in Ponta Delgada. It has supported and organized major events, including the AZAB since 1975, and has received honors such as being made a Member-Honorary of the Order of Merit on 3 September 2001.

Facilities

The club provides boatyard facilities that include parking and berthing for boats, as well as rental space for companies for maintenance and equipment sales. It has historically operated support boats and managed marina parking and support facilities associated with the Portas do Mar complex.

Members can access moorings and anchorage integrated within the Portas do Mar complex, which includes the marina. The club historically managed marina parking arrangements and reception for visiting and regatta yachts.

On-site clubhouse features include a restaurant (Restaurante São Pedro), Wi-Fi, training rooms, a merchandising shop, and certified sailing and swimming schools. The club also offers boat parking and rentable warehouses for nautical maintenance and sales.

Training

The club operates certified training programs, including a certified Escola de Vela with accredited coaches, offering courses from youth Optimist to Laser/420 and adult courses. It also has an Escola de Navegação de Recreio accredited by the DGRM, offering courses from Marinheiro to Patrão do Alto Mar, along with complementary practical courses. Additionally, there is an Escola de Natação that provides teaching, training, and competitive programs.

Racing

The club organizes and supports racing at local, regional, and international levels, including the long-standing Azores and Back Yacht Race (AZAB) since 1975. It runs local and regional regattas across various sailing classes and supports participation in international events.

Cruising

An active iatismo/vela de cruzeiro section maintains an annual rally calendar, supports participation in international races and cruises, and organizes cruising-related events for members.

Social Activities

The club runs social programs and events, including holiday camps, youth sailing festivals, and regular social activities. Historically, it has organized fundraising and community support initiatives.

Seasonal Operation

The secretaria operates Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 19:00. The warehouse has seasonal hours from 1 May to 30 September, open daily from 09:00 to 20:00, and from 1 October to 30 April, open daily from 09:00 to 18:00. In December, the secretaria operates Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 18:00.