Aruba International Regatta 2023
Sports, People and Nature on the same team
The Aruba Regatta Foundation’s Vision is to introduce more people to
Sailing and connect to Nature and Sustainable Water Sport Experiences.
We focus on the young Sailor community to grow the next generation of sailors on Aruba.
We believe that sport has a major role to play in ensuring a sustainable future for our current and future generations.
Connecting to nature makes us more aware of our dependant relationship, as human beings, with nature.
Sailing is a wonderful way to connect with nature, developing our young sailors and sailing community in general as stewards for more respectful behavior towards nature. Our Regatta celebrates Sailing, People and Nature.
30 August, 2023, Aruba
To all partners, sponsors, volunteers and participants: Thank you for your collaboration and Contribution!
Thank you one and all for helping to make the 13th Aruba International Regatta, such a wonderful and sustainable success.
Your donations, knowledge sharing, dedication and support were invaluable and the Regatta would not be possible without the contributions, energy, enthusiasm and hard work of all involved.
Your donations, time, assistance on land and on the water were invaluable and your service as participants, race committee members, officials, medical team, event coordinators, safety officers, media officers, sales coordinator, system builders, cleaners, food and beverage people, stage builders, sound techs, and registration team made the event run seamlessly.
The regatta would not be possible without the sponsorship, collaboration and contributions of our sponsors and partners and the dedication of over 50 volunteers.
The regatta would not be possible without the sponsorship, collaboration and contributions of our sponsors and partners and the dedication of over 50 volunteers.
The Regatta kicked-off with a presentation on Marine Conservation and Sustainable Recreation at the University of Aruba to share more on the current state of the marine environment and Marine Park Aruba, and together dove deep into awareness issues about the Ecosystem and Habitat Conservation, Species Conservation, and different human impact affecting the state of the marine environment.
The reception in the University Garden was warm, but fun and it was great to meet everybody again.
The reception in the University Garden was warm, but fun and it was great to meet everybody again.
This year, 75 sailors sailed more than 40 races over 2 days in different classes consisting of 14 miniatuurboats (3 from Bonaire), 9 youth sailors in Optimists, SailQubes and F-11, 9 Sunfishes, 2 Beachcats, 3 open cruisers, 3 multihulls, 3 racing yachts.
The races were held 2 locations: In front of the Surfside beach and around the waters and beach in front of the Governor's house
Weather conditions were more challenging than usual due to the intense heat 10 knot winds. Sunday the wind picked up to a perfect breeze.
Each race was a duel of strategy and ability, trying to outwit their opponent in a game of chess on the water.
The race results were posted immediately thanks to our portal system which integrates all our regatta data.
There were no protests and thanks to the direct exchange and sportive attitude of participants the minor issues that occurred were handled satisfactorily on the spot
There were no accidents just a one material incidents. Thanks to the safety boats and their capable crews we were able to provide adequate rescue coverage.
The races were held 2 locations: In front of the Surfside beach and around the waters and beach in front of the Governor's house
Weather conditions were more challenging than usual due to the intense heat 10 knot winds. Sunday the wind picked up to a perfect breeze.
Each race was a duel of strategy and ability, trying to outwit their opponent in a game of chess on the water.
The race results were posted immediately thanks to our portal system which integrates all our regatta data.
There were no protests and thanks to the direct exchange and sportive attitude of participants the minor issues that occurred were handled satisfactorily on the spot
There were no accidents just a one material incidents. Thanks to the safety boats and their capable crews we were able to provide adequate rescue coverage.
The prizes consisted of 27 beautiful trophies made of recycled plastic for all classes. The Ernie Kervel trophy this year went to Richard van der Wal (Sunfish class), again.
This year the 3 parties and happy hours were new to all and a lot of fun. Thanks to DJ Verploeg and the band Originalz we had the perfect vibe during our event.
Also new this year was the food provided by Trampolin pa Trabao who fed us with the most delicious meals during the sailing days. Their service and food quality is truly great and we will see them again next year.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of Jackie Bingham, who too the lead in organizing the event this year, we had a very well stocked bar and together with Morris Hoveling, who designed the cashless system we used this year, our customers we seamlessly provided with their beverages.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of Jackie Bingham, who too the lead in organizing the event this year, we had a very well stocked bar and together with Morris Hoveling, who designed the cashless system we used this year, our customers we seamlessly provided with their beverages.
The Aruba Regatta Foundation’s Vision is to create a platform to introduce as many people as possible to Sailing
and connect People to Nature and Sustainable Water Sport Experiences.
We focus especially on the young Sailor community to grow a next generation of sailors on Aruba.
We believe that sport has a major role to play in ensuring a sustainable future for our current and future generations. Being connected to nature helps us become aware of our relationship, as human beings, with nature.
We believe that sport has a major role to play in ensuring a sustainable future for our current and future generations. Being connected to nature helps us become aware of our relationship, as human beings, with nature.
Sailing is a wonderful way to connect with nature, developing our young sailors and sailing community in general as stewards for respectful behavior towards nature.
Thank you again for helping with this spectacular and sustainable event.
The results speak the Aruba International Regatta's motto:
’SPORTS, PEOPLE & NATURE ON THE SAME TEAM’.
Rik van der Vaart
President
Aruba Regatta Foundation
President
Aruba Regatta Foundation
Location
This year's land side location is the Regatta Village at Surfside. See this map for exact location:
Activities and events
Thursday, 24 August 2023
17:00 - 19:00
Registration
Registration for participation : Here you can register and pay your participation and pickup your goodies; Online registration is open already;
Thursday, 24 August 2023
19:00 - 19:30
Doors open
@ University of Aruba Aula
Doors to aula open
Thursday, 24 August 2023
19:30 - 19:45
Opening
Official opening of Aruba International Regatta : This formality marks the beginning of the Regatta of 2023
Thursday, 24 August 2023
19:45 - 20:45
Lecture
@ University of Aruba Aula
FPNA Lecture : Nature conservation lecture given by FPNA
Thursday, 24 August 2023
20:45 - 21:30
Reception
@ University of Aruba garden
After presentation reception : Meet and greet all who attended the opening and lecture;
Friday, 25 August 2023
17:00 - 19:00
Registration
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Registration for participation : Participants can register and pay here physically; online registration is open already;
Friday, 25 August 2023
17:00 - 21:00
Regatta Opening party
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Music and fun : Opening party to kick-off the Regatta and enjoy a sunset followed by DJ-party;
Saturday, 26 August 2023
08:00 - 09:00
Registration
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Registration for participation : Last chance to register for participation;
Saturday, 26 August 2023
08:00 - 14:00
Miniatuurboats 30,35 and 40
@ Governor's beach bay
Open Class
Saturday, 26 August 2023
09:00 - 16:00
Races
@ Ocean West of Regatta Village at Surfside
All day all classes racing
Saturday, 26 August 2023
17:00 - 21:00
Regatta party
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Live Music and fun
Sunday, 27 August 2023
08:00 - 14:00
Miniatuurboats 30,35 and 40
@ Governor's beach bay
Crioyo y Yate
Sunday, 27 August 2023
09:00 - 15:00
Races
@ Ocean West of Regatta Village at Surfside
All day all classes racing
Sunday, 27 August 2023
17:00 - 21:00
Regatta After party
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Live Music and fun
Sunday, 27 August 2023
17:00 - 17:30
Youth Prize ceremony
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Youth Prize ceremony all classes
Sunday, 27 August 2023
19:00 - 20:00
Adult Prize Ceremony
@ Regatta Village at Surfside
Adult Prize Ceremony all classes
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Posts
Posted 2 weeks ago and updated 2 weeks ago
Aruba International 14th Regatta 2024
Mark your calendars for 27-30 June 2024
The 2024 Aruba International Regatta will take place from Thursday 27th to Sunday the 30th of June 2024. We will have 3 days of sailing races (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) on the beautiful waters of Aruba for Youth and Adult classes, including miniatuurboats.
Posted 1 month ago
Happy and safe sailing wishes to the participants and organizers of the Bonaire Regatta
Aruba International Regatta Stichting wishes Stichting Aquaspeed Bonaire Windsurfers (SABW) a successful and safe 56th Bonaire Regatta 2023.
To all participants we hope you have a wonderful and fun event.
Posted 2 months ago and updated 2 months ago
Bonaire Regatta announcement
On behalf of Stichting Aquaspeed Bonaire Windsurfers (SABW) we would like to formally invite all the members of Aruba Sailing Association and affiliates to participate in the 56th Bonaire Regatta 2023.
The event will start with registration day on October 6, 2023 followed by the weekend at the Sorobon Event Site with sailing races of Sunfish, Wingfoul and Windsurfing. On Wednesday, October 11, we will host a BBQ night especially for all participants, volunteers and sponsors. Races in Kralendijk are planned from Thursday, October 12 - Saturday, October 14. The closing and award ceremony will be Saturday evening, October 14, 2023.
We will have the following categories; windsurfing, wingfoil, sailing; sunfish and optimist, micro boats, yachts and catamarans. Attached you will receive a tentative program for the entire week of the 56th Bonaire Regatta 2023.
For more information do not hesitate to send us an email and follow our social media pages for the latest developments.
Saludos kordial,
Licetha Saragoza-Martinus
President
Stichting Aquaspeed Bonaire Windsurfers
