Antigua to Bermuda Race

The Antigua to Bermuda Race is on for a 7th May 2024 start

Coming soon after Antigua Sailing Week we will have Spirit of Juno available for individual or small group places and a Beneteau 36.7 available for whole boat chartes or individual places

The Antigua Bermuda Race will start from Antigua May 7th 2024. The 935nm oceanic race is managed by the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club in association with Antigua Sailing Week, and supported by the Bermuda Tourism Authority and Goslings Rum. The race is designed to suit a wide range of yachts and crew, with memorable parties both in Antigua and Bermuda.

After leaving Antigua the fleet pass Barbuda and will be out of sight of land until the finish in Bermuda. The race is an experience of about 1,000 miles of tropical Atlantic sailing - a true blue ocean adventure. Sailing in the deep, competitors will experience reaching conditions in warm oceanic swell and a magical night sky.

In 2024, our Beneteau First 36.7 will be participating before returning to Charleston for the summer.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

Antigua Sailing Week

ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK 2024

Antigua Sailing Week 2024 is one of the premier sailing regattas and Ondeck Antigua's Home Event.

Friday 26th April - Friday 3rd May
Friday Training Day, Saturday Round the Island Race; Sun - Friday Sailing Week with lay day Wednesday.

Individuals can join Spirit of Juno , our Farr 65 which is always competitive.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $12,500 - whole boat bookings only.

Antigua Sailing Week consists of six challenging days of top class racing in, what are regarded as, the best sailing conditions in the World.

Ondeck Sailing can offer you comprehensive local knowledge and the unique experience of being part of a local company.

The race village and marinas are all close and within safe and easy walking distance. The choice of bars, restaurants, local BBQ's and late night spots make this a wonderful event whether you are coming as a group or on your own.

Spirit of Juno is our 'head boat' meaning that individuals or small groups can join the team for an event. we normally have around 4 pro crew on board so can take a mix of experienced racers as well as a few novices.

She is a physical yacht with no powered winches so there are plenty of jobs even for a big crew and you will not be 'rail meat' as we try and involve our guests in many of the roles on board.

She usually achieves podium positions at the major regattas and attracts a strong and loyal following with many strong friendships built.

You can visit the official Antigua Sailing Week website by clicking here

As with ALL Ondeck's events - No experience is necessary.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.


Charter Prices

Yacht Whole Boat Individual Place 
Farr 65 Not Available $2,350
Beneteau First 36.7 $12,500 Not Available

Prices quoted in US Dollars

Included In Farr 65 Charter:

All dockage fees, fuel, tank water, comprehensive shore and maintenance support, event management, race entry accommodation on board if required

If you have any questions please reach out via our 'Contact Us!' page on the right.

* Please note that Ondeck is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.

Les Voiles de St. Barth

LES VOILES DE ST BARTH RICHARD MILLE 2024

Ondeck are delighted to be a part of the 2024 edition of Les Voiles de Saint Barth Richard Mille which will take place between 16th - 22nd April 2024 (Training Day on the 16th ).

3 days of racing followed by the legendary lay day on Nikki Beach before 2 more days racing finishing on Saturday 22nd.

The past years have seen this event grow dramatically with the 2024 event promising to be the best ever in this unique and sophisticated small island.

As for the other regattas, our Farr 65 will be the head boat for individuals and small groups to join in the racing.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $12,500 - whole boat bookings only.

Spirit of Juno is our 'head boat' meaning that individuals or small groups can join the team for an event.  We normally have around 4 pro crew on board so can take a mix of experienced racers as well as a few novices.

She is a physical yacht with no powered winches so there are plenty of jobs even for a big crew and you will not be 'rail meat' as we try and involve our guests in many of the roles on board.

She usually achieves podium positions at the major regattas and attracts a strong and loyal following with many strong friendships built.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

You can visit the official event website by clicking here

As with ALL Ondeck's events - No experience is necessary 


Charter Prices

Yacht Whole Boat Charter  Individual Place 
Farr 65 Please enquire $ 2225
Beneteau 36.7 $ 12,500 Not Available

Antigua Classic Regatta

18-24 April 2018

ANTIGUA CLASSIC YACHT REGATTA 2018

One day practice and four days racing 250 $US pppd

Private group charter 2500 $US per day.

Includes lunch and soft drinks while racing, Rum punch and nibbles after!

CALL OR EMAIL US FOR FULL DETAILS


You can visit the official event website by clicking here

As with ALL Ondeck’s events – No experience is necessary 

Spirit of Juno Caribbean

BVI Spring Regatta

BVI SPRING REGATTA AND SAILING FESTIVAL 2024

BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival 2024. We will have a day training on Monday 1st April, the Regatta then runs 2nd to the 7th April.

The BVI Spring Regatta is the one Caribbean Regatta that has something for everyone who attends. Whether you race, cruise, practice or just come to party, we have it all! Race & Cruise your way through the BVI.  The weeklong BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival takes you throughout the beautiful British Virgin Islands. Starting at Nanny Cay, the Sailing Festival is two days of warm up racing.

Then the BVI Spring Regatta kicks off three days of some of the best racing in the Caribbean. Only the best survive to take home the Gold and the Glory, along with great stories and experiences that keep sailors coming back year after year.

Spirit of Juno is our 'head boat' meaning that individuals or small groups can join the team for an event. We normally have around 4 pro crew on board so can take a mix of experienced racers as well as a few novices.

She is a physical yacht with no powered winches so there are plenty of jobs even for a big crew and you will not be 'rail meat' as we try and involve our guests in many of the roles on board.

She usually achieves podium positions at the major regattas and attracts a strong and loyal following with many strong friendships built.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $11,500 - whole boat bookings only.

Click here to visit the official regatta website.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

As with ALL Ondeck's events - No experience is necessary 


Charter Prices

Yacht Whole Boat Charter  Individual Place 
Farr 65 please enquire US $2025
Beneteau First 36.7 $11,550 Not Available

St. Thomas [STIR]

ST THOMAS INTERNATIONAL REGATTA 27th March - 31st March 2024

St Thomas International Regatta [also known as STIR] is based around the St Thomas Yacht Club. Lively, friendly with great sailing and not so big you get lost in the crowds.

Training is on the 27th, 28th is the Round the Rocks Race and is a good opportunity to dust the cobwebs off before the main racing starts Fri-Sun - three days of highly competitive racing in what are usually strong breezes.

We are offering Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $8500 - whole boat bookings only.

You can visit the official event website by clicking here

As with ALL Ondeck's events - No experience is necessary.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

Included In Charter:

All dockage fees, fuel, tank water, comprehensive shore and maintenance support, event management, race entry accommodation on board if required

Exclusive Of Charter:

Flights, transfers, meals not specified above

If you have any questions please give us a call on the number above or complete the enquiry form below and we'll get back to you.

* Please note that Ondeck is not responsible for the content of external internet sites

Heineken St. Maarten

HEINEKEN ST MAARTEN REGATTA 28th Feb - 3rd March 2024

The Heineken St Maarten Regatta is always an excellent and much anticipated event. A dedicated race and party village will be located in Port de Plaisance so everything will be within easy walk of the yachts.

Training day will be 28th February followed by 4 days of racing finishing on the 3rd March

Spirit of Juno is our 'head boat' meaning that individuals or small groups can join the team for an event. we normally have around 3pro crew on board so can take a mix of experienced racers as well as a few novices.

She is a physical yacht with no powered winches so there are plenty of jobs even for a big crew and you will not be 'rail meat' as we try and involve our guests in many of the roles on board.

She usually achieves podium positions at the major regattas and attracts a strong and loyal following with many strong friendships built.

We also have a Beneteau First 36.7 available for whole boat charter.

You can visit the official event website by clicking here

As with ALL Ondeck's events - No experience is necessary

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.


Charter Prices:

Yacht Whole Boat Charter  Individual Place 
Farr 65 Not Available $ 2300
Beneteau First 36.7 Not Available

Prices quoted in US Dollars

RORC Caribbean 600

RORC CARIBBEAN 600 RACE 2024

12th -23rd February 2024 (Training day 12th]

The RORC Caribbean 600 has come a long way with 900 sailors from 30 countries taking part on a hugely challenging course, with many different legs around the Caribbean islands, sail changes, wind shifts and the cream of world offshore racing to compete within the comparative warmth of the Caribbean.

The Royal Ocean Racing Club [RORC] announces the inaugural RORC Caribbean 600 Series which will be based in Antigua from 12th to 23rd February 2024. The series will include three days of racing followed by the main event. The RORC Caribbean 600 Series is open to boats racing under the IRC, CSA and MOCRA Class Rules, plus other suitable classes

Click here to see last years 'wrap up'

This exciting event attracts an incredible fleet including some of the top racers in the world but at the same time has plenty to offer enthusiastic amateurs and first time offshore racers.

2023 saw the creation of a race series for the event which continues in 2024  13th & 14th Feb will be Nelson's Cup inshore racing; 15th Feb is 'Lay Day' and then 16th Feb, the 360 Round Antigua Race. The main event starts on the 19th Feb.

At this stage we plan to race the full series with some changes to the training programme.

Programme of Events

The event dovetails with the other major Caribbean Regattas and the main 600 race will set off from Fort Charlotte, just outside English Harbour in Antigua. Heading north, the fleet will pass a mark off Barbuda, Nevis, Saba and St Barth's before circling St Maarten and heading down the west coast and round the south of Guadeloupe.

Finally you will head back north to a mark off Barbuda, across to the tiny but spectacular 'Kingdom of Redonda' before returning to Antigua for the finish.

We have options for individuals or small groups to join 'Team Juno' - Cost for individual places is $2775.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $13500 - whole boat bookings only.


For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

 Click Here to visit the official website


Charter Prices:

Yacht Whole Boat Charter  Individual Place 
Farr 65 Spirit of Juno Not Available US $2775

Grenada Sailing Week

GRENADA SAILING WEEK 28th Jan - Feb 2nd 2024

Grenada Sailing Week will retain its normal format with racing split between Port Louis Marina and Secret Harbour.

Grenada, the Isle of Spice, is a beautiful island with rainforests, lakes and waterfalls and mile long beaches. Grand Anse beach is consistently voted one of the best in the Caribbean with excellent hotels, many of which have won international awards, fabulous cuisine both local and international, you will love it here. Come and Spice it up in Grenada for Sailing Week.

Spirit of Juno will be coming from the Round Barbados Sailing Week and many of our clients choose to do both events and even do some mile building with the deliveries to Barbados and Grenada.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $11,500 - whole boat bookings only.

Training day is Sunday 28th followed by 2 days racing , a 'Lay Day' and 2 more race days finishing on Friday 2nd.

The sail back to Antigua starting 5th Feb arriving back in Antigua on the 7th Feb.

This would be around 1300 nm and we will have RYA instructors on board to build miles and skills. Full itinerary below.

Please note that itineraries may be subject to changes based on local regulations.

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

You can visit the official Grenada Sailing Week site. For more information on Spirit of Juno our Farr 65, please click here.


Programme:

24th/25th Depart Barbados for Grenada

25th/26th Arrive Grenada for Grenada Sailing Week

28th - Training Day

29th - 2nd Feb Race days with one 'Lay Day'

4th Feb Depart for Antigua

6th  Arrive Antigua


Included In Farr 65 Charter:

All dockage fees, fuel, tank water, comprehensive shore and maintenance support, event management, race entry, accommodation on board if required, lunch when racing, provisioning on deliveries

Exclusive Of Charter:

Flights, transfers, PCR testing, meals not specified above

If you have any questions please give us a call on the number above or complete the enquiry form below and we'll get back to you.

* Please note that Ondeck is not responsible for the content of external internet sites

Barbados Sailing Week

Barbados Sailing Week 2024

Barbados Sailing Week is on and offers a unique mixture of ocean sailing, racing and an unbeatable Bajan welcome!

Regatta Programme: Wednesday 17th - Monday 22nd Jan

Wednesday 17th - Training day & Skippers briefing

Thursday 18th - two coastal races.

Friday 19th - Lay Day

Saturday 20th - Two coastal races

Sunday 21st - Mount Gay Round Barbados Race & Mount gay Red Cap Party

Monday 22nd - Awards ceremony and After Party

We depart Antigua 14th January for Barbados for a 360 nm sail.  People who are interested in doing the entire 1100nm of the Antigua to Barbados to Grenada to Antigua (ABGA), can combine the deliveries with racing and build invaluable experience.

24th January sees the start of the first inaugural Rum to Spice Barbados to Carriacou Race which will also position us for Grenada Sailing Week.

Barbados Sailing Week is a regular for Ondeck. Also see below for taking part in the whole Antigua - Barbados - Grenada - Antigua circuit.

Spirit of Juno is our 'head boat', meaning that individuals or small groups can join the team for an event. We normally have 2-3 pro crew on board, so can take a mix of experienced racers as well as a few novices.

She is a physical yacht with no powered winches so there are plenty of jobs, even for a big crew, and you will not be 'rail meat' as we try and involve our guests in many of the roles on board.

She usually achieves podium positions at the major regattas and attracts a strong and loyal following with many strong friendships built.

We also have Blueprint, our First 36.7, available with new race sails. She is available for whole boat charter only.

Cost for Blueprint is $11,500 - whole boat bookings only.

 

The programme for January and February is provisional but we anticipate that it will follow the programme below. Deliveries and Regattas can be booked individually on a modular basis

Click here for the official website.

For those wishing to stay on and do the Grenada Regatta check out the page there with further opportunities to build miles and some long passages

Cost for individual places on Juno are US $1925. Delivery legs are $275 each or no charge if you do the full circuit and both regattas at $1925 each

For booking, please click on the 'Regatta Dates & booking' button on the right or 'Contact us!' for more information.

Doing the whole circuit below is a fantastic opportunity to combine racing , longer ocean passages, night sailing, 3 islands, training and mile building


Included In Charter:

All dockage fees, fuel, tank water, comprehensive shore and maintenance support, event management, race entry, accommodation on board if required, lunch when racing, provisioning on deliveries.

Exclusive Of Charter:

Flights, transfers, meals not specified above

If you have any questions please give us a call on the number above or complete the enquiry form below and we'll get back to you.

* Please note that Ondeck is not responsible for the content of external internet sites