Sail and compete in the St. Thomas International Regatt

The St. Thomas International Regatta weekend in the U.S. Virgin Islands is etched into every racer’s mind as the “Crown Jewel” of Caribbean racing–where sailors can experience reliable breezes, warm azure waters and world-renowned island hospitality. The regatta features an impressive range of talent from professional sailors and avid weekend warriors to those just learning to sail, both adults and youth.

Centering the regatta activities around St Thomas Yacht Club the organisers draw on their experience of organising major regattas in the Virgin Islands, the Caribbean and around the world. It is the place to be for world-class racing and the chance to trade tacks and tactics with America’s Cup, Volvo Ocean and Olympic crews on the water and off.

If you’ve raced here in the past, you know that the competition and the camaraderie are unsurpassed. If you are contemplating making the trek for the first time, know that St Thomas will do their utmost to make it a special regatta just for you.

Starting off with 2 days of training and the bonus event of the Round the Rocks Race, featuring a scenic and competitive course circumnavigating the 19-square-mile neighbouring island of St. John, home of the Virgin Islands National Park. This race is ideal to familiarise the crew with the waters, the breeze and building strong team work. It is followed by 3 regatta days directly afterwards.

Plan

*SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Day 1 - 23rd Mar 2026: Welcome onboard and first training day
Arrival in St. Thomas and welcome on board at the yacht club. Meet your skipper and crew, followed by a safety brief and the regatta programme. You will spend the day getting to know your crew, preparing the boat for the regatta—including cleaning and organising—and training to bind the team into a race crew.

Please book local accommodation this evening, in case of vessel delays. It is possible they will be arriving a day late. We will communicate any delays via the Crew WhatsApp group.

Days 2-3 - 24th-25th Mar 2026: Training Days
After breakfast you will continue to make last enhancements to the boat and commence with the next 3 days of training.

Wednesday only:
13:00-17:00 – Registration & Sailor check in Round the Rocks Race

Day 4 - 26th Mar 2026: Round the Rocks Race
9:00-17:00 Registration & Sailor Check-In for STIR
11:00 Round the Rocks First Warning
16:00-18:00 Live Music
17:00 Round the Rocks Awards

Day 5 - 27th Mar 2026: Race Day
8:00-9:00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast
11:00 STIR Day 1 – First Warning All Courses (except Hobies)
13:00-16:00 Hobie Racing Class Seminar & Practice Racing
17:00 DJ
16:00-17:00 Happy Hour

Day 6 - 28th Mar 2026: Race Day
8:00-9:00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast
11:00 STIR Day 2 – First Warning All Courses
16:00-17:00 Happy Hour
18:00-22:00 Live Music – Quelbe Resurrection Band

Day 7 - 29th Mar 2026: Final Race Day & Price Giving
8:00-9:00 Complimentary Continental Breakfast
11:00 STIR Day 3 – First Warning All Courses
16:00-20:00 Live Music
16:00-17:00 Happy Hour
17:00 STIR Awards

Day 8 - 30th Mar 2026
Please plan to depart the boat by 9am on the 31st. We have a tight turnaround between St Thomas International Regatta and BVI Spring Regatta

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Other information

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.

Complet 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,

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

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions you may have

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