La Vila Joiosa's 2026 surfski world championships: Juan Gordero's perspective

Juan Gordero's pivotal role in La Vila Joiosa's 2026 Surfski World Championships

As La Vila Joiosa prepares to host the 2026 Surfski World Championships from October 9-11, Juan Gordero is a central figure. A long-time athlete, coach, and committee member of Club Náutico La Vila Joiosa, he was instrumental in the town's journey to becoming a key European Ocean Racing destination. Currently Competition Director, his deep, decades-long connection to the club and sport is integral to his personal and professional life.

A legacy of pioneering Ocean Racing

Club Náutico La Vila Joiosa boasts a pioneering legacy in Ocean Racing. It spearheaded the discipline's growth in Spain, hosting the inaugural Spanish Championship in 2006. For 16 years, the club successfully organized the Eurochallenge, an international event encouraged by Dawid Mocke due to La Vila Joiosa's ideal conditions. This sustained success, including hosting the 2018 European Championships, is a testament to the dedication of club committees, volunteers, and community passion.

La Vila Joiosa: A natural home for Ocean Racing

La Vila Joiosa offers a perfect synergy with Ocean Racing, thanks to its natural environment and welcoming community. The town is vibrant and open, mirroring the spirit of surfski enthusiasts who share a passion for the sea. Crucially, La Vila provides superb year-round conditions for surfski, with mild temperatures and excellent downwind routes that, when safely managed, ensure paddlers can enjoy the sport with confidence.

Historic participation and profound pride

Hosting the World Championship is a significant responsibility and immense source of pride for Club Náutico La Vila Joiosa. It marks the "icing on the cake" after years of successfully organizing numerous national and European events. The 2026 championship promises historic participation, welcoming the largest assembly of paddlers and nations ever seen in...

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