About the World Sailing Inclusion Championships
The vision for the World Sailing Inclusion Championships is to create a truly global, high-performance event that places sailors with a disability at its core.
It is designed to celebrate ability over limitation, providing an elite racing platform where sailors who classify as Para, and those that are a part of our wider Para Inclusive community can compete with purpose, visibility, and equity.
By integrating inclusive formats and equipment, the Championships aim to break down barriers, challenge perceptions, and set a new standard for what world-class accessible sport looks like – all while supporting the long-term goal of sailing’s reinstatement in the Paralympic Games.
About Portimão
Portimão is the largest city in the western Algarve, characterised by its proud industrial heritage and a bustling port atmosphere that distinguishes it from the region’s more typical resort towns. While tourism is now its primary economic driver, the city maintains an authentic Portuguese character, offering a glimpse into local life away from the manicured holiday zones.
The historic center features charming tree-lined squares and a scenic riverfront promenade—formerly the site of old fishing docks—where the aroma of freshly grilled sardines from local restaurants highlights the city’s deep-rooted maritime traditions.
While Portimão provides a low-key, culturally rich environment, it also serves as a gateway to the famous Praia da Rocha, which offers one of the Algarve’s premier beach and resort experiences just a short distance away.