The Sailing Club Split was founded with the goal of promoting sailing as a sport and way of life. Our mission is to provide top-notch conditions for training and competitions, as well as to encourage the development of young sailors. Our vision is to become a recognizable club on the international sailing scene and contribute to the development of sailing as a sport in Croatia.
The beginning of the second half of the 20th century marked a growing interest in sports among the youth of Split. During these years, the desire to engage in sports grew as the hardships of war were being forgotten. Split was home to many prominent sports clubs such as Hajduk, Jadran, Gusar, and Labud. In this context, a few enthusiasts, employees of the Split shipyard, decided to establish yet another sailing club.
Under the leadership of Petar Vicić, Vinko Jelasku, and Neven Duplančić, the Maritime Shipping Section of the People’s Technique was founded in 1947 at the shipyard. With the material and organizational support of the shipyard, the section built the first sailboat, Šljuka, and then two sailboats of the national L-5 class. This initiative laid the foundation for the establishment of the club.
On October 18, 1950, the founding assembly of the Sailing Club Split was held. Petar Ozretić was elected president, and Petar Vicić became secretary. The club found a temporary home at the Labud Sailing Club, which offered hospitality and allowed the club’s boats to be moored at its marina. This marked an important step in the development of sailing in Split.
However, already in 1951, thanks to the enthusiasm of the club’s first members and founders, and with the support of the “Vicko Krstulović” Shipyard, today’s Brodosplit, the construction of a sports marina in Špinut began, with a project designed by graduate engineer Tonko Radić. The first sailboats entered the newly constructed marina on September 10, 1953, with a grand ceremony and a carefully planned accompanying program, which was enhanced by the ensemble of the Split Croatian National Theatre. That year, the society changed its name to the Maritime-Sports Society “Vicko Krstulović.
With the construction of the sports marina in Špinut in 1953, the club gained its own space for further development. The clubhouse, built in 1962, became the central gathering point for members and the organization of events. The sailboat hangar, built in 1969, provided space for the storage and maintenance of the fleet.
The club’s fleet was continuously expanded with sailboats of national and international classes, including R 5.5, Dragon, Zvijezda, Šljuka, and L-5, as well as Olympic class sailboats. This infrastructure enabled the club members to compete in local, national, and international regattas.
Over time, the club’s members achieved increasing success in competitions. Initially, they participated with modest results, but soon they began winning numerous national championships and first places in international regattas. The club had representatives at the Balkan Championships, European Championships, and other international competitions.
Jedan od najvećih uspjeha kluba bilo je sudjelovanje na Olimpijskim igrama. Prvi olimpijski predstavnici kluba bili su braća Ivan i Toni Bulaja, koji su nastupili u klasi 470 na Olimpijskim igrama u Sydneyu 2000. godine. Elena Vorobeva nastavila je ovu tradiciju, osiguravši olimpijsku normu za nastup na Olimpijskim igrama u Tokiju 2020. godine u klasi Laser Radial, postavši treća predstavnica kluba na Olimpijskim igrama. Elena je izborila i nastup na Olimpijskim igrama u Parizu 2024. godine, gdje je ujedno i ostvarila i najbolji rezultat hrvatskog ženskog jedrenja u olimpijskim klasama, izborivši 6. mjesto
One of the club’s greatest successes was its participation in the Olympic Games. The first Olympic representatives of the club were brothers Ivan and Toni Bulaja, who competed in the 470 class at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Elena Vorobeva continued this tradition, securing the Olympic standard for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the Laser Radial class, becoming the club’s third representative at the Olympic Games. Elena also qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she achieved the best result in Croatian women’s sailing in Olympic classes, finishing in 6th place.
Our sports marina in Špinut, affectionately known as Lučica, represents the heart of the club, providing a safe and sheltered mooring for the club members’ sailboats. The marina is equipped with all the necessary facilities for boat maintenance, including water and electricity connections, as well as security systems. The marina’s location offers easy access to the sea and is ideal for starting sailing adventures.
The club’s clubhouse, whose construction began in 1962, is the central gathering place for our members. The clubhouse is equipped with all the necessary facilities for organizing meetings, workshops, and social events. Inside the clubhouse, there is a meeting space for the club’s management, as well as a conference hall used for educational workshops and seminars. The clubhouse also includes areas for relaxation and socializing, making it a key place for building a sense of community among the club’s members.
The goal is to attract members through active participation, encouraging them to socialize and spend time at the club, making it a true gathering place.
Built in 1969, our sailboat hangar provides ideal conditions for storing and maintaining the fleet. The hangar is equipped with modern tools for repairs and maintenance of sailboats, including cranes, tool storage, and workbenches. The space in the hangar offers protection for the sailboats from weather conditions, ensuring the durability and readiness of the fleet for competitions. The hangar is also a place where our members can work on their sailboats, exchange experiences and knowledge, and prepare for regattas.
The Sailing Club Split is proud to organize and participate in numerous local regattas that bring together sailors of all ages and experience levels. Our traditional regattas include:
Splitski Kup: An annual regatta that attracts local and regional sailors. This regatta is known for its friendly atmosphere and fierce competition.
Regata Svetog Duje: Held every year in honor of the patron saint of the city of Split. This regatta is one of the most important sporting events in Split, gathering sailors from all over Croatia.
Club Regattas: Regular regattas organized within the club, allowing members to compete against each other and improve their skills.
Our members regularly participate in international competitions, representing the club and the city of Split at the most prestigious sailing events. Some of the most notable regattas we have participated in include:
Regatta in Koper: One of the most well-known regattas in the region, where our sailors consistently achieve notable results.
Regatta in Opatija: This competition attracts sailors from across Europe and gives us the opportunity to compete with the best.
Hvar Regatta: This regatta is especially popular among our members due to its beautiful surroundings and challenging sailing conditions.
Zadar Regatta: Participating in this regatta provides an opportunity to race in the unique conditions of the Zadar archipelago.
The Sailing Club Split takes great pride in its Olympic representatives, who have achieved significant successes at the greatest sporting event in the world. Our Olympians include:
Ivan and Toni Bulaja: Brothers who represented Croatia at the 2000 Sydney Olympics in the 470 class. Their performance marked an important milestone in the history of our club.
Elena Vorobeva: She secured the Olympic standard to compete at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in the Laser Radial class, becoming the third representative of our club at the Olympic Games.
Elena also qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics, where she achieved 6th place overall in the ILCA 6 fleet (formerly Laser Radial), making it the best result in the history of Croatian women’s Olympic sailing.
Success in competitions relies on thorough preparation and continuous training. Our members regularly participate in training sessions that include:
Technical Training: Focused on improving sailing skills, including tactics, maneuvering, and speed.
Physical Preparation: Through training in our gym and fitness center, members maintain top physical condition required for competitions.
Theoretical Education: Lectures and workshops on navigation, meteorology, sailing rules, and race strategy.
The Sailing Club Split hosts numerous regattas and competitions, providing sailors from around the world with the opportunity to experience sailing in the Split waters. Our organizing teams ensure top-notch logistics, safety, and support for the competitors.
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