TANGER MED FOUNDATION LAUNCHES THE DALIA SAILING SCHOOL

As part of its CSR strategy, Tanger Med Foundation has just launched the Dalia Sailing School near the Port Complex.

The school is designed to introduce children from the province of Fahs Anjra to sailing, with ages ranging from 8 to 14 years. It is strategically located so that it is possible to sail away from the strong swells and to enjoy gentle sailing.

Built on a 900m2 plot of land, the building has a classroom, locker rooms, storage sheds, and an outdoor area by the beach. It is equipped with 10 Optimists (sailing dinghy), a Zodiac boat, sailing gear and rescue equipment.

A partnership agreement was signed between the Dalia Association for Water Sports which is in charge of the management of the school and the Provincial Directorate of the Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports Fahs Anjra with the purpose of serving 90 students per trimester from schools in the area.

Currently, the school is operational and regularly welcomes children thanks to the involvement of Tanger Med through Mr. Marouane HASNI, a pilot at the Port of Tanger Med and former sailing champion, who was able to share his passion for sailing with the young beneficiaries.

With the supervision of a team of certified instructors, the children attend the sailing school 6 days a week right after they finish the school day. A shuttle transports them from their villages. Afternoons are spent on activities that combine learning and entertainment The program includes the following: theory lessons, preparation and storage of equipment, outdoor games, workshops on environmental protection
(knot tying, recognition of pollutants, fundamentals of seamanship, etc.), an outing at sea and practical training.

This partnership promotes the integration of sport as a full-fledged educational discipline and takes into account its many benefits for children, namely, concentration, self-confidence, and motivation.

The program aims to promote physical activity among young people by encouraging a balance between school life and extracurricular activities.

The Dalia school project seeks to provide access to water sports and promote the fulfillment of children in rural areas. The introductory sailing courses will improve the physical and mental health of the children and help them to socialize and work in groups.