National Sailing Academy hosts historic world first McIntyre Mini Globe Race (MGR) Antigua’s first ever around the world yacht race starts Sunday 23rd February from inside Falmouth harbour. 15 solo
NSA Dinghy Dash – Pirates of the Caribbean Edition Ahoy, sailors! Get ready for a thrilling day of sailing, kayaking, and family fun at the NSA Dinghy Dash on Sunday,
Photo Credit: Travis Harris Antigua & Barbuda – The National Sailing Academy (NSA) is proud to announce an exciting scholarship opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers in
Photo Credit: Ed Gifford Are you passionate about sailing and eager to share your knowledge with others? The National Sailing Academy (NSA) is offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring instructors
On Friday evening, the National Sailing Academy (NSA) and the Antique Barbuda Yacht and Marina Association (ABYMA) celebrated a successful joint fundraiser hosted by the magnificent sailing yacht Eos. The
15 Ocean ready ALMA Globe 5.80 plywood, self-built, one design 19ft Mini yachts are ready to race solo, west about around the world unsupported in the 2025 MGR. Historic world first event six
– The National Sailing Academy is delighted to announce that Saturday sailing has officially restarted following a two-week hiatus. This beloved program is essential for new and
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE National Sailing Academy Launches the 2024 Sea Learning Challenge with a Strong Female Presence English Harbour, Antigua – The National Sailing Academy is thrilled to announce
Celebrating the Launch of the Second Year of the Sea Learning Challenge and National Sailing Academy 2024 Scholarship/Camp Press release by: TropicalAggie The Sea Learning Challenge Antigua and Barbuda Foundation
Maiden crew arrive into Auckland after successful sail from Cape Town. Credit: OGR2023/Aida Valceanu. Maiden Triumphant Taking IRC Gold in McIntyre Ocean Globe Race Maiden’s Win is official! Maiden UK
Whitbread History Comes Full Circle with Maiden’s Triumphant Return Home to UK! Hours Seperate Maiden UK and Triana FR for IRC Gold. Emotions run high at the Cowes Yacht Haven
Following six days of rigorous training at Rockley Watersports Centre, in Poole, Dorset, National Sailing Academy dinghy instructors Xavier Athill, Kayon Guiste and Tajanica Thomas successfully passed their RYA Safety
Antigua has just been represented at The Ilca 6 Youth World Championship in Argentina, Mar del Plata with a Fleet of 99 Top international Sailors ages ranging 14-18 years old
On Tuesday 16th January, Tim Law was privileged to hand over his Laser / ILCA to the brilliant Antiguan National Sailing Academy situated next to Falmouth Harbour in Antigua. Tim
As we move into the new school year and start resourcing up for the season, the focus is on maintenance to ensure that all 300 students per week are able
The National Sailing Academy team are building up to the re-opening of the school programme in September and are looking forward to seeing returning students as well as new children
The first National Sailing Academy Graduation which took place last week resulted in 59 girls and 61 boys being awarded three different levels of performance. Of the numbers, General Manager
The NSA is pleased to announce it has 6 sailing scholarships available for youths aged 14-18 to learn to sail at the NSA this summer. The two-week course will take
Hot on the heels of Women’s Race Day at Antigua Sailing Week, the National Sailing Academy are hosting its 3rd Annual Steering the Course, as part of an initiative by
Sailing in Antigua, a photographic exhibition by Edwin Gifford to benefit the National Sailing Academy, which offers free sailing and swimming instruction to the youngsters of Antigua, will open at
In January 2024 the Antiguan team "Dadli Explorers" will be taking part in the Atlantic Dash, an ocean rowing challenge that will see crews rowing 3,200 miles across the Atlantic from
A great way to get on the water and no rigging is involved. Kayaks are available to rent daily, but if groups are more your thing come along to: Monday
New Adult Learn to Sail Saturday Sailing is our busy day, but we know many parents who would love to learn to sail. Whether you have a child on the
Each year Bob Bailey, Sailablity Director and his wife Su spend their time fundraising to ensure the Sailablity Programme continues to be well funded. Last week we enjoyed a Curry
Antigua Sailing Week has launched its 2023 Youth to Keel Programme which is again sponsored by Axxess Marine. This year the programme is split into Freshers, students who have not
The Sailability Programme continues to offer weekly sailing development and sailing experiences for the differently-abled youths and adults of Antigua. Weekly visits in term time are made by the Adele
We are now back to full participation in our schools programme, having had more than two years of COVID disruption. The programme has grown from 10 to 13 schools along
Last Sunday we hosted our first regatta of 2023. 15 dinghies across RS Zests, RS Fevas, Lasers and RS Ventures completed races in feisty conditions. The racing was close and
On annual basis, we ensure that any young sailors with an interest and exhibiting competency in developing their teaching skills are given the opportunity to train towards their dinghy
The National Sailing is excited to announce its new Kayak Club. Starting from Monday 28th November 2022, this club will be held every Monday from 4:30 pm - 5:30
Music for a Cause is taking place at Government House in town. Headline act Farmer Nappy along with Daina Barnes, Kutting Edge Band and more. We have tickets for
The NSA was delighted to have the first 4 students ever to qualify to be part of an overseas delegation to travel as Team Antigua to the Caribbean Dinghy Championships.
Former National Sailing Instructor Junella King is working as a crew member on board Farr 58 Maiden, owned by the Maiden Factor Foundation. The boat is sailing around the world
The NSA is delighted that four of its sailors will be travelling to St. Maarten in October to represent Team Antigua at the Caribbean Dinghy Championships. The team
RYA Dinghy Instructor Course Spaces at the NSA The NSA will be hosting an RYA Dinghy Instructor course from 18th-23rd January, with a one day pre-assessment followed by the 5
August 28th, 2022 The NSA would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who came out to participate in our August Fun Day. 7 RS Fevas, 7 RS
The National Sailing Academy (NSA) Summer Fun Day takes place on Sunday 28th August, the perfect celebration to end the Summer Holidays. The day starts at 11am and brings together
As the number of students who have learned to sail at the NSA increases, and they continue to return to Saturday sailing, interest in racing has grown. With that in
Para team Jurmin Jones and Ronald Greenaway made history this weekend competing for the first time in the RS Venture class and winning it! They have been training together for
As we move into Summer mode, we again launch our Group RYA rates at EC$500 for residents /US$250 for visitors. The courses consist of 4 hours of sailing per day
The National Sailing Academy took part in Steering the Course | The Women's Sailing Festivals on Sunday with more than fifty women enjoying the time on the water. Trysail sessions,
A great day was had by all at yesterday’s Fun Regatta. 30 sailors from 11 years old and up competed across 4 classes – RS Fevas, RS Zests, Hansa 303’s
The National Sailing Academy is delighted to announce that Locman Italy have come on board as sponsor of the Fun Regatta Series being held once a month. Sunday March 20,
WATER SPORT ADMINISTRATOR - JOB DESCRIPTION You will be working with the General Manager, Sailing Manager and the Waters-ports Team to ensure smooth running of all operations. Main Responsibilities Operational
Monthly RYA Keelboat Learn to Sail Courses now take place at the National Sailing Academy. Using our Cork 1720 boats, this course Is the same as RYA Level Dinghy except
On the 15th January, Maiden set off from Dubai on the first leg of her world tour which will take her through the Suez Canal to Palma, before making the
As the New School year begins so does the school year at the National Sailing Academy. The strapline is "Inclusive Sailing" and that really does mean all ages, all genders,
We've done a Round Up of the 2021 activity here at the Sailing Academy. Click the link for list activity. https://mailchi.mp/3bd18dd62db6/national-sailing-academy-2021-round-up?e=eff75a0a74
Today marks a significant day at the National Sailing Academy, where three students are celebrating completing their Multihull instructor endorsement. Chief Instructor, Sylvester Thomas, is excited about the new development
Hello to Everyone, We know things are very challenging for all of us in the field of education right now. We hope everyone is doing well despite the challenges. At
Ex-students and RYA Sailing Instructors Junella King and Alesea Charles join Maiden It has been announced today that two past students and RYA Sailing Instructors from the National Sailing Academy
The National Sailing Academy took part in the worldwide initiative “Steering the Course” which has the goal of getting more women to participate in the sport of sailing. The initial
Sailing Instructor at the National Sailing Academy, Junella King, is heading off to Newport for the summer for race training as part of a race crew which includes Rocco Falcone,
Revel in the beauty of kayaking into the Sunset and catch the Full Moon on Monday April 26th & 27th starting at 5:30pm (arrived 5.15pm). Moon-set to Sunrise on Tuesday
The Sailability Treasure Hunt has been hailed a success by the director of Sailabilty Bob Bailey. “ We are absolutely blown away by the level of support financially, raising just
Due to covid-19 Sailability Antigua has created a new and fun concept for "Sailability Super Sunday” allowing us to raise money and stay social distanced. Our "Treasure Hunt" by
Kim Emmanuel-Baird reporting from ABS News Have you ever wondered how the differently-abled among us stay active in these challenging times brought on by the pandemic?
Who would have thought one of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge rowers would arrive in Antigua bruised, battered and elated as part of the fours team ‘Bristol Gulls’ only to
We want to give an update on what is happening at the National Sailing Academy. Two weeks ago the Government requested all schools to close and hence our group classes
The National Sailing Academy’s Sailability programme has continued to be able to offer outreach during the last year despite the COVID-19 pandemic. With strict protocols in place at the sailing
GRAB & GO MEALS Island Fusion is now offering delicious pick up and go meals from Monday to Saturday. Free delivery to boats in Falmouth Harbour. Open from 8:30am
Hassani Joseph, Jahmarly Edwards, Tssadiq Tappin
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The National Sailing Academy invite you to their family friendly OPEN DAY on December 2nd in English Harbour. During this FREE event youth and adults can discover sailing & swimming
The NSA is not just for youths, but offers adult sailing lessons also. Try a learn to sail lesson with one of our instructors for US$40 or book three classes
To know Elizabeth Jordan is to wonder where she gets her energy to do what she does. At the age of nearly 75, according to tradition she should have hung
It’s interesting in life when you come across people who don’t understand the impact they are making. In the case of Sylvester Thomas, Chief Sailing Instructor at Antigua’s National Sailing
The 5th Annual Barts Bash took place on Sunday 16th September at sailing venues around the world. In Antigua sailors from around the island convened at Antigua Yacht Club for
NEWSLETTER – APRIL 2018 Firstly, I am delighted to report that our Youth Racing Team on the Cork 1720 ‘Spirit’, Skipper Jules Mitchell, were the overall winners of the AYC
Please click the link below for our latest Newsletter: https://nationalsailingacademy.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Newsletter-Sept-2017.pdf
Apart from the benefits to be derived from sailing both as a recreational and competitive sport, the ‘mission’ of the Academy is to change lives by providing the opportunity for