If you live in East Attica and are looking for a place where your child — or you yourself — can learn to sail, Artemis is one of the best answers — and not just because it is close. The waters of the South Euboean Gulf have characteristics that make them an ideal learning ground, and it is worth examining why. ## Why Artemis is an ideal learning ground Shallow, sandy beach. Children can enter and exit the water safely, boats are easily launched from the shore, and parents can watch the training from the beach. Protected sea. The South Euboean Gulf is a closed bay between Attica and Euboea: it does not experience the large waves of the Aegean, maintaining manageable conditions for beginners even when the wind blows. Reliable wind. The area combines the summer thermal meltemi with milder winds during other seasons — enough wind to learn, but not so much as to be intimidating. This allows training to take place all year round, not just in the summer. Accessibility. With the Attiki Odos motorway and the suburban railway (Proastiakos), Artemis is closer than most think to the Northern and Southern Suburbs — and for residents of the Mesogeia region, it is essentially "their" sea. ## NOAS: The Nautical Sports Club of Artemis The Nautical Sports Club of Artemis-Spata is the nautical heart of the region, with sections for all levels: Optimist Section — the heart of the club: training groups for children from 6 years old, as well as pre-competitive and competitive teams with participation in inter-club and national regattas. Windsurfing & SUP — for those who prefer boards: training and practice sections for windsurfing and SUP, in the same marine environment. Training is conducted using club boats for beginners, with a support safety boat for every outing and coaches specialized in working with young ages. Beyond the athletic aspect, NOAS functions as a community: families meeting on the pier, children growing up together by the sea, and events that keep the beach alive all year round. ## How to get started The first step is simple: a visit. Come by on a Sunday morning to see the groups in action, talk to the coaches, and book a trial lesson. The sea of Artemis will do the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is NOAS located?
The Nautical Sports Club of Artemis-Spata is located on the beach of Artemis, in East Attica, on the waters of the South Euboean Gulf — just minutes away from Spata, Rafina, and the El. Venizelos airport.
Are the waters of Artemis suitable for beginners?
Yes — they are among the most suitable in Attica. The beach is shallow and sandy, the South Euboean Gulf is a relatively protected sea without large swells, and the local winds offer ideal learning conditions for most of the year.
Which areas do the children who join NOAS come from?
Mainly from Artemis, Spata, Rafina, Pikermi, Pallini, Koropi, and the wider East Attica region — but also from the northern suburbs, as the Attiki Odos highway makes Artemis closer than most people realize.
How do we book a trial lesson?
Contact the NOAS secretariat via the website's contact form or visit the club on a Sunday morning, when the training sessions for the learning groups take place.
Ready to start sailing?
Join NOAS Sailing Club at the port of Artemida — lessons for all ages and levels.