ORC Measurement Seminar in Klaipeda ahead of the ORC Europeans 2026

43rd Cope del Rey MAPFRE - ORC Europeans 2025 © Janis Spurdzins for ORC

13 April 2026 - Klaipeda, Lithuania - The Lithuanian Yachting Union is inviting both measurers and sailors to attend the ORC measurement seminar in Klaipeda on May 1-3, 2026. The seminar will be conducted by an experienced ORC Chief Measurer, Head of the 2026 ORC Europeans Technical Committee, Croatian Zoran Grubiša.

On May 1, there will be a general presentation and seminar open to all sailors, boat owners, and regatta organisers. Free of charge. On May 2–3, a technical seminar with practical exercises is intended for measurers. Fee – 80 EUR.

The seminar will take place in Klaipėda at the Old Mill Hotel.

For the registration send an email to info@lbs.lt

Friday, 1st May
19:00 ORC general presentation for sailors, boat owners, race managers

Saturday, 2nd May
09:30 Measurement – Part 1 – Hull, appendages, propeller, rig, sails – Theory
13:00 Lunch
14:00 Measurement – Part 1 – Hull, appendages, propeller, rig, sails – Practice
18:00 Expected end
19:00 Dinner

Sunday, 3rd May

09:30 Measurement – Part 2 – Inclining and stability. Short theoretical part followed by practical in water measurements
13:00 Lunch
14:00 Analysis of results and processing certificates, Questions and Answers
18:00 Expected end

This seminar is part of the preparation for the ORC European Championship 2026, which will take place in Klaipėda from August 7–14. Zoran Grubiša will serve as the Technical Committee Chair during the championship.

Photos: Janis Spurdzins and Piret Salmistu