Simpson Bay – 2012 will be the 9th Edition of the La Course de l’Alliance Regatta, and this year there are some exciting changes in the organization and location.
The popular regatta, which takes place on 23 – 25 November 2012, was originally the initiative of Marina Fort Louis, and organized under the sanction of the Sint Maarten Yacht Club. This year, for the first time, the Sint Maarten Yacht Club will take on the full organization. Marina Fort Louis is still the primary sponsor of the event. Feeling confident about the event and its improvements long time sponsors like Budget Marine, Windward Island Bank, Siapoc Saint Martin Yacht Charters and MP Yachting continued their support for the upcoming edition.
The regatta cements the alliance between Saint Martin, Sint Maarten, St. Barth’s and Anguilla. The yacht clubs of these islands work effortlessly together to organize a regatta that will start and finish at the different destinations.
Challenging courses take you to three different islands over the course of three days. The regatta is open to various different classes amongst which monohull cruising, monohull racing and multihull. The organizing committee keeps in mind that all boats entered want to enjoy their weekend, as well as race to win, and offer courses that are both challenging and fun.
After each race day, participants are able to relax on the beautiful islands of the Caribbean. A common dinner gathering will be organized for the participants getting together in camaraderie evaluating the day’s race and planning strategies for the next day.
Registration and the Skipper’s briefing will take place at the Yacht Club Marina Fort Louis Restaurant on Thursday the 22nd of November. Friday 23rd is the first race from Simpson Bay to St. Barths. Saturday takes the participants from St. Barths to Anguilla. The last leg of the race on Sunday 25th is a race back to Simpson Bay from Anguilla.
Prize Giving & Party will be at the Sint Maarten Yacht Club at 6:30pm on Sunday evening.
SMYC Commodore, Ian Hope Ross invites sailors to shake the summer mothballs out of their boats – and start the season 2012 – 2013 with this great regatta!
On-Line Registrations for the regatta will be available within the next few days. We look forward to you participating in this unique event.
Keep a watch on their website: www.coursedelalliance.com
For more information, Contact the SMYC on 580 4019 or per email: info@smyc.com
