GO FOR GOLD
SAILING
WHAT? The Olympics has ten separate sailing events.
WHY SHOULD I TRY IT? Sailing isn’t just a sport – it’s a lifestyle, with the thrill of the high seas matched by the excitement of regattas and fabulous on-the-water parties. It’s good for you, too: salty ocean air is full of negative ions, which can improve our ability to absorb oxygen. Plus, being a part of a boat’s determined progress can help us feel more alive and vital, sharpening minds and sweeping away the clutter of our daily lives.
WHERE CAN I TRY IT? Antigua
WHY HERE? Antigua is the self-proclaimed ‘Sailing Capital of the Caribbean’. Centred on English and Falmouth Harbour, its prestigious sailing scene attracts luxurious superyachts, high-tech racing machines and cruising boats, but there are plenty of opportunities for taking lessons in small craft, too.
In a regular year, Antigua’s sailing calendar is jam-packed with fixtures including the RORC Caribbean 600, a 600-mile offshore race taking competitors around or past 13 of the Leeward islands from Isles des Saintes in the south to Anguilla in the north. The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta hosts between 50 and 60
