What is IODA
IODA is the international body that groups national associations in charge of the regulation and development of the Optimist sailing in each country.
Why does IODA exist?
The object of the Class is to provide racing for young people at low cost.
The objects of the Association are:
To see that the Class Rules are observed
To co-ordinate youth work between member countries
To establish Conditions for IODA World and Continental Championships and choose the venues.
Who are the members?
Member countries, the national Optimist association or national sailing association in each country. Voting is on the basis of one vote per country.
Who runs IODA?
The ultimate authority is the members in Annual General Meeting. They approve all changes to the Class Rules and Conditions and elect:
The president
Three vice-presidents, one from Europe, one from the Americas and one from the rest of the world
The Technical and Regatta Committees: the chairmen of these committees are members of the six-person Executive Committee.
The Executive appoints the secretary.
