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The very beginning of the Caribbean racing season starts from mid January with the Round Barbados Sailing Week. There is an electric party vibe throughout the island as the regatta coincides with the celebration of the birthday of Barbados’ first Prime Minister and co-founder of the Barbados Cruising Club. Not only that, but Errol Walton Barrow is also known as the ‘Father of the Nation’, so you can probably see why Barbadians have something to celebrate at this time of year.

Although the first official race of this week long regatta began back in 1936, the tradition of racing around the island dates back much further into history. Way, way back in the 19th century where prizes for cargo arriving before rivals’ ships could raise a massive premium, the traders could declare bragging rights for being the fastest schooner into port. There was however, a consolation prize for the slowest ship. This prize was so esteemed that they had to stop handing out a last-to-finish prize after 2 ships loitered at sea for days with the intent of winning. The prize was an entire barrel of Mount Gay Rum so I can certainly understand their motives.

These days, there is a new tradition where if you break any of the 20 current records, then you can win your skipper’s weight in rum. As though anyone needs an excuse to over indulge in the festive season, this race is not one for a skinny skipper!

This is a very unique regatta as there simply isn’t a Marina near the yacht club, therefore we are reliant on our Dinghy to shuttle us back and forth from the mooring ball.

Made up of four training days, four coastal racing day events and after race parties with the incentive of your skipper’s weight in rum, what are you waiting for?

*** Barbados Sailing Week 2025 has been confirmed for Jan 17th – 22nd, however, the exact schedule has yet to be released. We do not believe the dates below will be altered, but please occasionally check this page as we will be updating it as soon as the full official schedule is released.
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  • Plan
    Day 1 - 15th Jan 2026: Welcome Aboard
    Arrival on the boat at 12 noon. After meeting your fellow crew mates, you’ll have a safety briefing from your skipper followed by training and preparations. Before setting off, everyone will also take part in cleaning and organising the boat to ensure she is ready for the regatta ahead.

    This is a very unique regatta as there simply isn’t a Marina near the yacht club, therefore we are reliant on our Dinghy to shuttle us back and forth from the mooring ball.

    Day 2 - 16th Jan 2026: Training and Preparations
    Training and preparations continue.

    Day 3 - 17th Jan 2026: Opening Ceremony and Skippers Briefing
    Training and preparations continue.

    The Skippers Briefing will take place at 16:30, followed by the Opening Ceremony and Live Music at the Barbados Cruising Club.

    Day 4 - 17th Jan 2026: Coastal Race Day 1
    Starting at 10:00 from South Coast Boardwalk until 16:00.

    Daily Prizegiving and Live Entertainment from 18:00-21:00 at the Barbados Yacht Club.

    Day 5 - 18th Jan 2026: Coastal Race Day 2
    Starting at 10:00 from Carlisle Bay until 16:00.

    Daily Prizegiving and Live Entertainment with DJ Red Pineapple from 18:00-21:00 at the Barbados Yacht Club.

    Day 6 - 19th Jan 2026: Lay Day
    Enjoy a relaxing and fun filled lay day! Activities at Barbados Cruising Club and Barbados Yacht Club.

    Day 7 - 20th Jan 2026: Mount Gay Round Barbados Race
    Starting at 08:00 and goes clockwise, north bound.

    Mount Gay Red Cap party will be in the evening from 17:00 to midnight at the Barbados Cruising Club!

    Day 8 - 21st Jan 2026Award Ceremony & After Party
    17:00 to 18:00: The event concludes with the Barbados Sailing Week Prizegiving for all competitions and classes. Celebrate your accomplishment with Live Entertainment until 21:00.
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All crew members are welcome, even if they do not know the language spoken on board (english)

Full joining instructions will be provided once booked, however, please feel free to ask any questions you may have.

complete list of what is included in the price: Race Entry, Yacht Charter, Accommodation on board (shared cabins), Meals at sea (self service), Certified Professional Skipper, Basic Training, Consumables for the yacht (diesel, fuel and water), Mooring Fees, Insurance for the yacht, Lifejacket, Personal locating beacon,

complet list of what is NOT included in the price: Airfares, Meals offboard, Transfers airport-marina-airport, Shore based accommodation, Wet gear, Personal insurance (we recommend Topsail).

please do not hesitate to contact us for more details
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Germaine
Meet Germaine, the coordinator
3 reviews At Sailwiz since 2019
As an RYA Instructor Germaine enjoys passing on his experience to others and finding ways of sharing his passion for this sport with as many people as possible. This is what inspired him to create a not for profit organisation that gives people the opportunities that normally allude them. An excellent problem solver
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Additional Information

Included
  • Final cleaning
  • Costs of mooring and anchoring
  • Professional skipper
  • Gas
  • Moorings
Not included
  • Insurance
  • Food and drink on land
  • Airport transfer
  • Travel to the boat
  • Parking
  • Flights
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  • Wire transfer

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    Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate having you on board and the skipper Will speaks very highly of you.

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