As a sunny, healthy, and fashionable outdoor sport, sailing has been popular among middle-class families in Europe and America for decades.
Great Britain, France, Germany, and Spain represent the highest level of sailing in Europe. Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands also possess a very high level.
In these countries, sailing and windsurfing clubs are spread all over and mass activities are very popular. Competitions of all kinds are frequent, with sailing events reaching a certain scale almost every week.
According to incomplete statistics, there are close to 8,000 sailing schools in France and up to 90,000 people receive their sailing license every year. The Rouen Sailing Festival is one of the most famous sailing events in the world, and Brest is known worldwide as a sailing mecca.
There are sailing training clubs for youngsters in every region of the UK. It is the British who have excelled in the Olympic Sailing Regatta and hold the all-time number-one position as the Olympic gold medallist in this sport.
European and American schools look for a child's sailing experience in their admissions process. This is because sailing is a sport that incorporates many good qualities in order to be good at it, and it is one of the sports that one can engage in for a lifetime.
Asians, on the other hand, have a lot of misconceptions about sailing, especially in terms of safety. In fact, sailboats over 40 feet are perfectly suited for sailing around the world, so safety is very high and parents don't have to worry too much. Even if you can't swim, learning to sail is no problem.
Sailing emphasizes not only physical exercise but also intellectual and emotional development. Sailing is a combination of competition, leisure, and adventure, and fosters a spirit of active exploration.
These spirits bring precisely the best qualities and growth to young people.
1. Sailing can make children love nature, love outdoor sports, and stay away from games and computers.
Sailing is a team sport and a fun sport. Its charm and attraction are far more than games and TV. When children love sailing, they will naturally stay away from games and TV.
2. Sailing can cultivate children's optimistic and cheerful character.
Children with optimistic and cheerful personalities are not only healthier but also have happier married lives and are more likely to succeed in their careers.
By encouraging children to participate in the fun-filled ride of a sailboat, sailing allows children to let loose in the blue sky and white clouds. Children's optimistic and cheerful personalities will gradually develop during the relaxing and enjoyable sport.
3. Sailing can cultivate children's courage to overcome difficulties and fears.
Sailing may seem dangerous, but it is not at all. With a little encouragement and demonstration, children's fear of the sea and the difficulty of handling a sailboat can be quickly overcome. Children will be more confident and happy about their breakthroughs and learning a new skill!
4. Sailing fosters a sense of adventure and exploration in children.
A child who follows the rules without any sense of adventure and exploration is unlikely to have an exciting life. We should encourage our children to try different sports when it is safe to do so.
It is said that in the world of sailing, there is a group of people who love life and are optimistic and open-minded. Why not sail with us, challenge yourself, and explore the unknown!
