Based on safe and sheltered waters of Lough Ree, the Hodson Bay section of The Irish Sailing Academy is about 10 minutes outside Athlone town. With ideal launch and marina facilies close by to practice all those trickier manoeuvres as well as plenty of open water to get to grips with the basics, Hodson Bay provides a perfect year round training area. You can also relax and enjoy the surroundings of the 4 star Hodson Bay hotel or stay in one of the many local B&B’s.