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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SAILING STUDENTS

Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Another team of students graduated at Ondeck Sailing School
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VACANCY FOR YACHTMASTER INSTRUCTOR

Tuesday 27th June 2023
Instructor wanted to deliver RYA courses across the Caribbean. Start October 16th, an attractive package is offered.
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NEW HIDDEN CARIBBEAN SAILING ADVENTURES

Monday 22nd May 2023
A variety of unique training and sightseeing adventures, combining sailing on a round the world racing yacht with qualified RYA instructors
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LEARN TO SAIL IN THE CARIBBEAN

Wednesday 5th April 2023
Learn to sail on a round the world racing yacht under the sun and stars. Visit some of the least visited islands of the Caribbean Climb a volcano, walk through rainforest and swim. First trip on the 16th April then monthly
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RACE WITH ONDECK FOR ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK

Monday 25th April 2022
Come and race at Sailing week Antigua for a day or more as Ondeck is entering one of their Beneteau First 40.7`s in race week and opening up places for individuals or small groups to participate.
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CHARTERS WITH ONDECK ANTIGUA

Thursday 21st April 2022
Join Ondeck aboard their 40ft Sailing Boat Charter for a hands on learning experience. They encourage people to get involved in all aspects of sailing a yacht with time on the helm, hoisting & trimming sails, and working the winches.
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EXPANDED COURSE OFFERINGS AT ONDECK

Friday 18th March 2022
Ondeck Maritime training continues to expand its range of courses with the addition of RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance and Radar courses.
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RYA AND STCW INSTRUCTORS REQUIRED

Thursday 24th February 2022
The Ondeck Sailing Team is always looking for good enthusiastic instructors for their expanding training base in Antigua Slipway, English Harbour.
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DOUBLE VAXXED EMPLOYEES

Thursday 9th September 2021
To protect themselves and others, the sailing, training, and office staff at Ondeck are all fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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ONDECK RACE CHARTER OPTIONS FOR THE 2021/22 RACE SEASON

Tuesday 31st August 2021
2 individual slots left to join Spirit of Juno for the Caribbean 600 but will be opening up Ortac, a Beneteau First 40.7 for individuals.
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ONDECK MARITIME COURSES

Tuesday 2nd March 2021
RYA sailing courses for all levels from Competent Crew to Yachtmaster Offshore available at Ondeck.
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ONDECK NEW LOCATION

Friday 13th November 2020
Ondeck has moved to Antigua Slipway, right on the water, with amazing views of Nelson's Dockyard.
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STCW 10 BASIC SAFETY & SAFETY UPDATING COURSES

Wednesday 8th July 2020
The full safety course is 5-days and updating is 2-days. Last chance before September!
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ONDECK OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Friday 26th June 2020
Ondeck is open for business with smaller class sizes and appropriate protocols applied for safety of staff and guests.
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SPORTSMAX FEATURE OF THE ROUND BARBADOS SAILING WEEK

Monday 27th January 2020
Spirit of Juno, skippered by Paul Jackson won the 80 and under class.
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ONDECK CARIBBEAN REGATTA UPDATE

Friday 27th December 2019
Spaces are available onboard Spirit of Juno for both the Barbados and Grenada Regattas.
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ONDECK UPCOMING COURSES

Friday 27th September 2019
Register for the STCW Basic Safety Day Skipper and Competent Crew practical courses taking place in October.
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10 REASONS TO DO A POWERBOAT COURSE

Thursday 11th July 2019
The RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course is one of the most useful and versatile of Ondeck's courses for 10 reasons.
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RYA INSPECTION SUCCESS & UPCOMING COURSES

Monday 1st July 2019
Ondeck Antigua had the RYA inspector out last week for a few days looking at vessels, premises, procedures and Quality systems.
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ONDECK CARIBBEAN REGATTAS 2019

Wednesday 21st November 2018
Book some sunshine and trade winds! Race in any one of eleven spectacular Caribbean Regattas with Ondeck.
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LEARNING HOW TO SAIL IN ANTIGUA

Thursday 26th April 2018
Check out visitor, Matt Poyner's fantastic video and review of his recent sailing experience with Ondeck.
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CARIBBEAN REGATTAS

Wednesday 3rd January 2018
If you’ve never tried it, participating in a Caribbean sailing regatta is a thrilling experience and one that is highly recommend.
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STCW UPDATING THIS WEEK WITH ONDECK

Tuesday 28th November 2017
Ondeck offers MCA approved STCW Updating courses this week: US$525.
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Tuesday 14th November 2017
The latest edition of the newsletter highlights the 2018 Caribbean Regatta Season, Regatta Calendar 2018 - 2022, Training Courses and more.
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SAIL THE ATLANTIC, MEDITERRANEAN & OFFSHORE PASSAGES

Monday 29th May 2017
Join Ondeck on the Fastnet Campaign Sailing Event on July 28th - August 13th aboard Swan 44.
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GET INTO RUGBY PROGRAMME

Tuesday 25th April 2017
Ondeck is looking to expand a current approved World Rugby programme in Antigua & Barbuda. If you think you can assist with the programme, contact Paul Curzon.
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SAILING SWEET HOME ANTIGUA ALL SUMMER LONG

Friday 27th May 2016
Ondeck is offering Sailing and Powerboat Training all Summer long. Choose from the full range of leisure and professional courses for complete Beginners to Ocean Yachtmaster.
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Friday 30th October 2015
The latest edition of the newsletter highlights RYA, MCA Yachtmaster Power, STCW10 Renewal, MCA Medical First Aid & Care and more.
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Friday 10th April 2015
The latest newsletter from Ondeck highlights their available spots left to Chase the Races during Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, over April 16 – 21.
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RYA TRAINING WITH ONDECK

Tuesday 30th December 2014
Ondeck successfully passed its RYA inspection last week with renewal of its license to offer shore based theory and practical courses from absolute beginner to Ocean Yachtmaster.
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ONDECK ANTIGUA SUCCESS WITH UK’S MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY

Friday 12th December 2014
This week Ondeck successfully retained its accreditation for the STCW10 Basic Safety Training and received approval for two new courses – PSA (Security Awareness) and PDSD (Security for those with Designated Duties).
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Monday 24th November 2014
The Caribbean Regattas are coming soon and Ondeck is inviting you out on their racing fleet to join in the regattas.
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VIDEO: ONDECK'S BOATMASTER TRAINING IN DOMINICA

Wednesday 12th November 2014
The Ondeck Antigua team recently visited Dominica to help with Boatmaster certification of the local Captains.
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Monday 15th September 2014
Summer time is training time – get out with Ondeck for various courses from First Aid to Yachtmasters.
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ONDECK REPORTS BRISK DEMAND FOR ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK

Friday 29th August 2014
Ondeck reports brisk demand for Antigua Sailing Week and has Boatmaster course dates still available.
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ESSENTIAL BOATMASTER COURSES AVAILABLE FROM ONDECK

Wednesday 28th May 2014
By the end of 2014 it will be a requirement that anyone operating a commercial vessel in Antigua have a Boatmaster license.
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ONDECK RECEIVES TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE

Friday 23rd May 2014
Ondeck has received a 2014 Certificate of Excellence from Tripadvisor!
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TELEGRAPH.CO.UK: SAILING IN ANTIGUA: THE PURSUIT OF A CARIBBEAN DREAM

Monday 28th April 2014
Check out this article on www.telegraph.co.uk by Dave Selby talking about his experience onboard and out on the seas with Ondeck, as well as chasing the races of Antigua Sailing Week 2013.
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ONDECK OFFERS WAYS TO GET CLOSE TO THE RACES

Thursday 17th April 2014
Ondeck Ocean Racing is offering seats on their yachts to people who want to get close to the action for the Classic Yachting Regatta and Antigua Sailing Week.
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ONDECK NEWSLETTER

Thursday 10th April 2014
Check out the latest news from Ondeck Antigua, including details of their involvement in the next three big regattas, featuring racing and race chasing for Antigua Sailing Week and Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta.
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"LEARN TO SAIL IN ANTIGUA" - THE INDEPENDENT

Wednesday 19th March 2014
Have a read of this fantastic article on www.independent.co.uk by Leslie Woit titled “Learning to Sail in Antigua”, giving an amazing description of her experience learning to sail aboard Ondeck
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WHALES SPOTTED ON ONDECK CHARTER

Tuesday 18th March 2014
Guests aboard an Ondeck Charter last week were treated to the sight of a couple of Humpback Whales swimming slowly past, outside of Carlisle Bay and Curtain Bluff.
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EXERCISE TURNS INTO A REAL-LIFE RESCUE FOR TRAINEES

Thursday 13th March 2014
Ondeck Antigua's sister company in the UK, OMT, performs real life saving mission while training on the same subject in Southampton.
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ANTIGUA GROWS AS HUB FOR MARITIME TRAINING

Friday 14th February 2014
Ondeck reports that Antigua continues to grow as a hub for Maritime Training.
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ONDECK FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Friday 14th February 2014
Read about the Caribbean regatta season and other news from Ondeck Antigua.
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ONDECK FEATURED IN MARIE CLAIRE

Friday 7th February 2014
Great mention of the Ondeck sailing course
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ONDECK CHARTERS STILL AVAILABLE FOR ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK

Monday 2nd December 2013
Ondeck still has several charter options available for Antigua Sailing Week 2014.
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RECENT NEWS FROM ONDECK ANTIGUA

Friday 8th November 2013
Ondeck provides an update on its training courses and upcoming events.
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COURSES AT ONDECK

Wednesday 18th September 2013
Check out the details for Ondeck's latest courses here
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ONDECK PROFESSIONAL CREW TRAINING COURSE

Sunday 1st September 2013
Ondeck Antigua offers a six-week professional crew training course from October 21 to November 29.
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BOATMASTER TRAINING COURSES

Wednesday 12th June 2013
You may be aware of the requirement from ADOMS for all personnel to in charge of small vessels to now obtain a Boatmaster license--Ondeck is now providing relevant courses
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ONDECK LAUNCHES ATLANTIC AND OFFSHORE EVENTS

Monday 29th April 2013
Year round calendar of racing and cruising events available
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"EXHILARATING FUN!"- REVIEW ON TRIPADVISOR

Wednesday 10th April 2013
Tripadvisor.com allows guests to review where they stayed, dined and what they did on their vacation.
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ONDECK ISSUES ITS FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Thursday 21st February 2013
Ondeck still has individual spaces available for Antigua Sailing Week and other regattas.
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ONDECK OPEN FOR BUSINESS AS USUAL

Tuesday 8th January 2013
Ondeck is ready for another busy Caribbean racing season.
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LORD NELSONS PURSUIT

Thursday 20th December 2012
Calling all sailors to Lord Nelson's Pursuit Monday 31st December 2012. Close out the year with a day of sailing, see earn your bragging rights for 2013.
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ONDECK MARITIME TRAINING AND UPCOMING REGATTA PLANS

Tuesday 11th December 2012
Ondeck continues to develop its maritime training portfolio and plans for upcoming regattas.
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RYA DAY SKIPPER THEORY - SHOREBASED COURSE

Monday 5th November 2012
The RYA Day Skipper course is an introduction to chart work, navigation, meteorology and seamanship. You will learn how to figure out tidal heights and streams and how they affect your course.
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ONDECK PREPARING FOR CARIBBEAN RACING AND TRANSATLANTIC SAILING

Sunday 28th October 2012
Ondeck outlines its plans for the season’s Caribbean racing and its 2013 Transatlantic crossing.
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ONDECK MARITIME TRAINING

Monday 14th May 2012
The wonderful Antiguan sailing events may have come to an end for the season and English & Falmouth Harbours may be having a little snooze but not at Ondeck.
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SUMMER SEES THE LAUNCH OF ONDECK'S 'GET ANTIGUA SAILING PROGRAMME'

Monday 14th May 2012
Most get excited at the sight of the yachts racing and cruising at the fantastic events around Antigua but many feel its not for them, its too difficult , its too expensive or feel trepidation as they have never done it before.
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ONDECK THANKS LOCAL ANTIGUAN SEARCH & RESCUE TEAMS

Friday 4th May 2012
A collision occurred on day 4 of Antigua Sailing Week between Ondeck's Farr 65, Spirit of Isis and the Oyster 82, Starry Night of the Caribbean.
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ONDECK MARITIME TRAINING ESTABLISHED IN ANTIGUA EXPANDS

Wednesday 29th February 2012
Subsequent to MCA STCW95 training set up in Antigua, Ondeck is now expanding its training to the UK.
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ONDECK CHARTER AVAILABILITY FOR ALL CARIBBEAN REGATTAS

Monday 13th February 2012
Ondeck still has charter space available for the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, Antigua Sailing Week and other Caribbean regattas.
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ONDECK TO PARTICIPATE IN AYC ROUND THE ISLAND RACE WITH INDIVIDUAL SPACES AVAILABLE

Wednesday 11th January 2012
Ondeck has individual spaces available for participation in Antigua Yacht Club�s Round the Island Race to be held January 21.
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VISIT ONDECK AT THE CANARY WHARF ICE RINK

Sunday 8th January 2012
Visit Ondeck at the Canary Wharf Ice Rink for a drinks reception with a difference.
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ONDECK OFFERS EXTENSIVE CREW TRAINING

Wednesday 14th December 2011
Ondeck has MCA STCW 95 and other yacht training courses available beginning in January.
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LASHINGS XI CRICKET TEAM ENJOYED A SUPERB AFTERNOON ON BOARD ONDECK

Monday 21st November 2011
On Thursday afternoon, Lashings XI Cricket team enjoyed a superb trip on board Ondeck.
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ONDECK TRAINING GOES FULL SPEED AHEAD

Sunday 16th October 2011
Ondeck has recently run several training programs and they have already resulted in successful grads!
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ONDECK OFFERS ‘SAIL ‘N SHOW’ AT PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW

Tuesday 6th September 2011
Ondeck Sailing is offering individual half-day sailing spots on its Farr 65s during the Show to be held from September 16 to 15, 2011.
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2011 CHARLESTON-BERMUDA RACE FINISHES

Sunday 5th June 2011
The Awards Ceremony for the Charleston-Bermuda Race took place on Sunday, May 29.
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TUCANA FIRST TO FINISH 2011 CHARLESTON BERMUDA RACE

Monday 30th May 2011
Final results are almost in for the Charleston to Bermuda Race which started in Charleston, SC on May 21, 2011.
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ONDECK RAISES THE BAR IN ANTIGUA FOR SUPERYACHT TRAINING

Tuesday 8th March 2011
Ondeck announces its STCW '95 safety training is now available in Antigua.
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ONDECK ANNOUNCES ITS RYA MARITIME TRAINING COURSE DATES

Monday 21st February 2011
OnDeck has published its course dates for the coming year, including a special price offer for locals registering in the STCW ’95 summer course.
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ANTIGUA TO CHARLESTON RACE DATE CHANGED

Monday 24th January 2011
The start date of the new Antigua to Charleston SC Race has been changed to May 5, 2011.
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ANTIGUA ROUND THE ISLAND RACE NEWS!

Wednesday 19th January 2011
Compete on one of our Farr 65 Ocean Racing Yachts
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STCW95 TRAINING FACILITY AT CRABBS ANTIGUA

Monday 18th October 2010
An STCW95 training facility at Crabbs in Antigua under the auspices of the MCA (UK marine coast guard) in close cooperation with the local Antiguan Department of Marine Services and with the assistance of numerous other governmental departments.
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OFFICIAL SPORT FISHING GEAR NOW ON SALE

Thursday 27th May 2010
T-shirts, Technical Shirts, Bandanas, Caps, Beer Coolers and much more are in store now.
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ANDY WILLIAMS SAILING WITH ONDECK.

Friday 8th January 2010
Andy Williams sailing with Ondeck. Check out Photo gallery here.
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SAIL TO MONSTERRAT

Friday 20th November 2009
Interested in sailing to Monsterrat?
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SAILING STUDENTS

Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Another team of students graduated at Ondeck Sailing School ...
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VACANCY FOR YACHTMASTER INSTRUCTOR

Tuesday 27th June 2023
Instructor wanted to deliver RYA courses across the Caribbean. Start October 16th, an attractive pac...
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NEW HIDDEN CARIBBEAN SAILING ADVENTURES

Monday 22nd May 2023
A variety of unique training and sightseeing adventures, combining sailing on a round the world raci...
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LEARN TO SAIL IN THE CARIBBEAN

Wednesday 5th April 2023
Learn to sail on a round the world racing yacht under the sun and stars. Visit some of the least vis...
Read More

RACE WITH ONDECK FOR ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK

Monday 25th April 2022
Come and race at Sailing week Antigua for a day or more as Ondeck is entering one of their Beneteau ...
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