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Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta

The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta is a unique 4-day event organised by the Yacht Club of Greece and supported by the Poseidonion Grand Hotel . Staged to the amazing backdrop of the hotel and the Argosaronic Gulf, a series of classic yachts (Classic Boats, Traditional Caiques, Traditional Lateens, Dragons) form an exquisite parade, with crews from Greece and around the world.

For more information please visit the official page of the Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta.

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Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta: 27-30/06/2024

27 . June Jun . 2024 00:00 - 30 . June Jun . 2024 00:00 Europe/Athens

The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta (SCYR), one of the most popular yacht races in both Greece and the Mediterranean, takes place on June 27-30 in Attica!

Organized by the Nautical Club of Greece, under the auspices of the Municipality of Spetses and with support of the Nautical Club of Spetses, it includes sailing races of classic boats, dinghies and latins that offer great thrills and strong competition to both participants and audience!

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Spetses Classic Regatta

The greek must-not-miss event for classic sailing yachts.

With its glorious naval tradition, Spetses Island could not be missed in the worldwide locations of regatta for Classic Sailing Yachts. Spetses has always kept an important role in the Greek History, especially during the War of Independence. And today it is the favorite location for many Greek shipowners reunions, in the Summer. The Island is also known for having given home to some of the most important shipwrights, building the traditional Aegean Classic Schooners , locally known as caiques - which have nothing to do with the Turkish Caiques-Gulets, anyway. It is to honor this tradition that during the Spetses Classic Regatta , Aegean Schooners and small lateens will be racing alongside with classic yachts, although in a class of their own. This unique combination of three ways to enjoy the classic yachting , with their common heritage and common classical aesthetics, combined with world-class organization, creates every year a memorable event.

At shore, a number of events take place every evening, in the many charming locations of the island: the Poseidonion Hotel , the Kaiki Beach , the Orloff Restaurant, Paliolimani - the old harbor, they all become part of the stage of this unique event, which combines the warmest colors of Greece with the elegance of the classic yachts. Definitely the Spetses Classic Regatta is more and more becoming the event you do not want to miss in Greece , if you like classic yachts.

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Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta

International Spetses Classic Yacht Racing Week ran for the first time in 2011 from the 30 September to the 2nd October and was organised by The Yacht Club of Greece.

This is a regatta for classic yachts that sail backwards and forwards across the Peloponnese Channel - otherwise known as the Kosta strait. Many boats arrive from all over Greece and Aegean Classic Schooners (known as Caiques) race alongside the classic yachts. There are some island participants too, recognisable by their Spetses flag, with the red insignia 'Eleftheria i Thanatos' (Freedom or Death) with a cross, anchor, snake, spear and bird.

October 2011's event was a precursor - a little taster of what was to be in store for the coming years! It was organised in honour of the Spetsiot seafarers, who fought in the 1821 Greek Revolution.

It has been a magnificent event over the past 4 years and has therefore now been put on the annual Spetses calendar for the month of June.

Both 2012 and 2013 were a great  success with the fair weather in June. The number of  participants has increased  each year with some of the most beautiful classic Greek boats and Aegean Classic Schooners taking part. The Sea Scouts also, on their wonderful Lateens, with their triangular sails set on long yards mounted to their masts.

June 2014 and June 2015 were both a resounding success with a record number of vessels taking part and there are now four categories: 

Classic Boats (with three sub-categories Vintage ( – 1947) Classic (1948 – 1974) Spirit of Tradition (1976 – ); Traditional Caiques ; Lateens and the Dragons  (2014 being the first year for this category). 

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The first time that I “competed” in a sailing race was in 2011 with the Candita one of the prettiest classic boats – a 1929 J Class – to take part in the now-firmly-established Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta . To be more precise, the crew of 13 were competing while I sat quietly, enjoying the banter and teasing between them, the bronze details, the sounds of the elegant wooden hull cutting through the waves, and, of course, the play of the sails in the wind. And particularly the spray of the sea as the boat heeled in strong gusts.

In that first race 12 graceful classic boats and 11 traditional caiques took part. Going against the turbulent winds of the economic crisis, the Greek skippers dared to issue an invitation to the world of classic yacht sailing, even though they knew that the undertaking would be a demanding one. Large yachts are concentrated in the western Mediterranean in places such as Monaco. Traveling to Greece for them would be difficult, time consuming and costly. The call was aimed at people who truly love the sea and would not be fazed by the difficulties. People Such as Ion Argyriadis, a resident of France, who has taken part in some years with the Sagittarius , a vessel with two trans-Atlantic voyages under its belt. The race has also been boosted by the participation of Greek Olympic champions, such as gold-medallist Sofia Bekatorou.

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Times are still tough, but the regatta’s organizers remain optimistic and the race has grown year-on-year drawing ever greater interest. This year, 85 vessels will take part, including boats from France, England, Turkey. Among them will also be the  Antara belonging to Australian Ian Kortlang which will be competing for the second year. Last year the Antara travelled around 10,000 nautical miles on a ship from Sydney to Genoa and from there another 1,160 – this time under its own sails – to reach Spetses.

“I have taken part in many regattas all over the world and this one in Spetses is on par with the others and charming on many levels,” Ian says who, on returning to Australia, left the Antara in a Greek dry-dock in order to race again this year.

The vision is always the same: to bolster the international character of the regatta and boost the number of participants from abroad, be it as it may that our country is a hard-to-reach destination. “They have to say, ‘we will have our holidays in Greece’ in order to come,” Lisa Stathatou says, a member of the organizing committee and of the Yacht Club of Greece .

Last year the regatta comprised three categories : races for classic yachts, for schooners and traditional work boats, and for traditional open boats. This year a fourth category has been added: that of family open boats and dinghies.

The traditional open boat category includes “latini” type vessels – latin-rigged small wooden sailing boats – sailed by sea scouts in what is likely a world first for this sort of race, demonstrating the deep affection the organizers have for Greece’s seafaring tradition.

“The latini is the little boat that a Greek grandfather would take out in Aignoussa , for example, to catch an octopus in order to feed a child. That child went on to become a sailor, he became a bosun, later a captain, he became a shipowner and obtained a gentleman’s boat. There is a story behind the philosophy of the regatta,” explains Manolis Vordonis , president of the company Protovoulia Spetson and of the Poseidonio Hotel.

The base of operations is invariably the Poseidonio, one of Greece’s most historic hotels, which first opened its doors in 1914. The regatta is supported by important sponsors, such as Grey Goose and Moët & Chandon which are this year’s gold sponsors, the company IWC and others. Other events are held before and after the races including the traditional cocktail party for participants before the start of the regatta. On many levels the entire event has an aristocratic air, but first and foremost it is a great celebration of Greek and international seafaring, of teamwork and the spirit of fair play.

“It is important in a period of crisis to organize such events that put the spotlight on Greece with a positive message and which, over time, can bolster the Greek economy,” says  Alexandros Papadogonas the president of the Yacht Club of Greece , the body that organizes the races.

The Spetses Classic Regatta has two important secondary goals: to support the shipbuilders of Spetses, and to get kids involved with sailing. To these ends the Spetses Yacht Club was founded five years ago. This even has special classes such that young people living on the island can get to know kids whose families vacation on Spetses. The hope is that over time lasting bonds of friendship will be forged all around the sport of sailing.

“As a yacht club we want to get the kids out on the sea, to get them up from the computers, to get them thinking strategically. When they get on a boat, all together, they start thinking as a team!” their instructors say.

It is this teamwork and single-minded focus on a goal that I have truly come to admire watching the international Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta over the years. And I look forward to being impressed by it all over again during the 2018 races.

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The 2018 Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta will be held between June 14-17 .

The 2019 Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta will be held over the June 28-30 .

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With its glorious naval tradition, Spetses Island could not be missed in the worldwide locations of the regatta for Classic Sailing Yachts. 

During the Spetses Classic Regatta, Aegean Schooners and small lateens will be racing alongside classic yachts, although in a class of their own. This unique combination of three ways to enjoy the classic yachting, with their common heritage and common classical aesthetics, combined with a world-class organization, creates every year a memorable event.

At the shore, a number of events take place every evening, in the many charming locations of the island: the Poseidonion Hotel, the Kaiki Beach, the Orloff Restaurant, Paliolimani - the old harbor, they all become part of the stage of this unique event, which combines the warmest colors of Greece with the elegance of the classic yachts. Definitely, the Spetses Classic Regatta is more and more becoming the event you do not want to miss in Greece if you like classic yachts.

This is my first time, is this ok?

Beginners without experience can participate in the regatta, since on the yacht there is always a professional skipper with extensive experience who will teach you everything you need for your role on the boat. In addition, as a rule, there are experienced yachtsmen in the crew who will help you get settled and feel comfortable.

What is included and not included in the price?

As a rule, the cost of participation in the regatta includes:.

— accommodation on a yacht for the duration of the regatta;

— bed linen and towels;

— organizational fee;

— skipper services;

— the cost of mooring in marinas;

— basic sailing training;

— a yacht polo or t-shirts from the organizers.

Additional expenses you will need to pay:

— airplane tickets and transfer to the marina;

— a visa. However, we will give you an invitation and confirmation of accommodation booking for the embassy. Visas for sporting events are easy to get;

— personal expenses.

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Can i participate in a regatta if i don’t have yachting experience.

Yes, of course. There will be an experienced skipper and team members on the yacht. They will give you a role and teach you everything you need to know to be a useful team member and feel comfortable.

Will I be able to steer a yacht?

Yes, all team members will definitely try themselves in different roles to better understand each other. Standing at the helm is an integral part of training for beginners as well as setting sails, and helping the team during moorings.

Where will I live during the regatta?

As a rule, participants in the regatta live on the yacht. The boat has everything you need for a comfortable stay: nice beds, a kitchen, a shower with toilet. If you do not want to live on a yacht, then you can arrange to stay at the hotel onshore.

What will we eat?

The crew decides altogether what kind of food they prefer to eat and makes necessary purchases. Simple dishes can be cooked, usually taking turns. Some regattas offer daily meals and intensive evening program for all crews.

Do you help with a visa?

We can make an invitation for a visa, but you need to apply for a visa by yourself.

Will I have seasick? What should I do if I have sickness?

Most people tolerate some seasickness easily. If you feel that you are starting to feel sick, it is best to get at the steering wheel or tune the sails. Get yourself busy, show your body that you don’t have time to get sick, you have to fight for victory in the race. There are also many quite effective medicines from sickness. If you start taking them in advance, then the probability of seasickness is almost zero.

How and where will I meet the crew and the captain?

Before each trip, we organize an online meeting where participants get to know each other and the captain. The captain will answer all your questions. The crew will have a group chat so you can get to know each other before the start of the regatta. Then you will meet in the marina.

What clothes do I need?

The main rule is to dress comfortably and according to the weather. Clothing: • windbreaker and pants or shorts; • shirt/jacket with UV protection (thermal underwear and fleece); • adjustable hat/cap; • gloves. We recommend to purchase a long-sleeved jacket with UV protection in order to protect yourself from the sun and strong wind. Yachting shoes should be: • light, with non-slip white outsole; • with the fixed heel; • with a tightly closed nose. During the sailing without shoes, you can fall or injure your fingers and feet on the deck. There are many protruding parts on the boat that are easy to catch. Unfortunately, even experienced sailors are not protected from unpleasant injuries when they ignore this simple rule.

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Classic yacht regattas are universally recognised as some of the most spectacular and entertaining sporting events in the world, and the Mediterranean is proudly home to some of the best competitions in the circuit. These events combine the best of the sports competitive spirit, with the elegance of a bygone era of yachting which sees extraordinarily beautiful vessels racing head to head.

Regatta charters are wonderful events to invite friends, family and/or clients to, offering an experience which is as exclusive as it is breath-taking. The Mediterranean circuit includes exceptional locations, such as Naples, Capri, Cannes, St. Tropes, Antibes, Argentario, Barcelona, and Spetses.

Our schooners both enter the circuit each year, and we provide a professional race crew of 30 for Puritan ¸ and 15 aboard Orianda . Guests are invited to either sleep aboard, or have their onshore accommodation provided by us, joining the yachts for the races themselves. Guests aboard enjoy watching these magnificent events from a competitor vessel, with our Pro Sailing Team facing other crews, tack for tack, jibe for jibe.

If sailing isn’t for you however, Ma Tu makes the perfect spectator vessel for you and your guests. Fast enough to keep up with the action so you can cross through the field to watch the yachts from an unhindered perspective.

On the other hand, if your looking for a serious piece of the action, joining one of our 10 Metre, Olympic class racing yachts might be just for you – check out our 10MR Racing page for more information.

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The Classic Yacht Experience Racing Team is set to create the conditions to be able to race 10m I.R. Gaff Cutters against each other in real time and not necessarily in adjusted time.

The mission is to create, through the use and racing of  Tonino   (F0),  Astarte   (F1) and  Marga   (F3), a renewed 10 m 1 st  Rule class, and attract the necessary interest and talent to this simply unique form of classic sailing.

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The spetses classic yacht regatta 2019, we were there.

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W here better to stage the spectacular Classic Yacht Regatta than on the cosmopolitan island of Spetses ? Perfectly positioned in the Argosaronic Gulf, the island is home to an extravagant show of fine yachts and vintage craft, which compete in special categories before an avid crowd of sailing aficionados.

Now in its 9th year, the four-day event is the darling of classic yacht sailing fans, with many international competitors travelling from far afield just to take part. Organised by the Nautical Club of Greece under the Aegis of the Municipality of Spetses, there is something really special about the event and it is no surprise that its popularity continues to grow.

Imagine a flock of white canvas fluttering in the breeze against the bright blue Mediterranean sky while the rippling waves carry vintage hulls down the straits to victory in a race containing showmanship, excitement and sheer beauty. The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta is a wonder to behold, offering the spectator the opportunity to see a wide range of exquisite craft doing what they do best — sail! For the skippers and their crew, it is the chance to pit their skills against some of the best competitors in the world while enjoying the thrill of the race in a fantastic location. This is a serious event for many, with top Olympic athletes and sailing professionals regularly taking part. The categories are divided into Classic Yachts, Aegean Schooners & Traditional Work Boats, Traditional Open Boats, Family Open Boats (Dinghies) and Contemporary Classic Yachts, with the winners in each receiving their awards at the emblematic Poseidonion Grand Hotel, an elegant reminder of the island’s glamorous past.

While vintage vessels of brightly polished wood and towering masts sit in the little harbour next to ultra-slick modern craft decked out in the latest in performance hi-tech, one is reminded of the island’s boatbuilding tradition and its inherent connection with the sea. A commercial power in the Greece of the 19th century, Spetses continues to build and repair traditional ‘kaikis’, which also take part in the Regatta. Sailing conditions in the region are just perfect for this type of event, with mild winds and well protected seas graced by the warm Greek sunshine spreading across the straits. It’s really a sight to be seen and whether taking part as a contestant or attending the Regatta as a spectator, there is a buzz that you just won’t find anywhere else.

Cocktail parties and champagne receptions undoubtedly bring that extra pizzazz to the whole affair, with participants dressing up in their finest to celebrate in true aristocratic style. It is though, first and foremost, a celebration of the Greek seafaring tradition, international cooperation and the spirit of fair play.

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The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta (SCYR) was founded in 2011 and has been the most popular race ever since in Greece and one of the most important in the Mediterranean. The 2019 Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta will be held June 28th-30th.

The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta (SCYR) was founded in 2011 and has been the most popular race ever since in Greece and one of the most important in the Mediterranean. It is organized every summer, usually in June, by the Navy Club of Greece and is under the auspices of the Municipality of Spetses and with the support of the Spetses Navy Club.

The event is now considered as an event for Greek and not only sailing, with classical boats, caiques and Latin races offering great thrills and rich competition to the participants and the crowd of tourists flocking to the island. The most important representatives of sports, both athletic and business, from Greece and abroad, give every year the “present”, with over 75 boats and 400 crew members.

This particular race honors the principles and values ​​of the noble competition and fair play, with spectators having the opportunity to admire rare shots from Greece and abroad and enjoy high-level sailing races in a real celebration of nautical sport and woodworking art.

The focal point of the Race remains the international innovation of fighting classical boats, Greek traditional boats and lats at the same time in a sailing race. Some of the most famous boats in the country, such as Faneromeni, Panagia of Tinos, Alkioni, Aeolos Spetses, South Wind, Afroessa, Stratis, Marida, George built in the traditional shipyards of Perama, Syros, Valley and Spetses have participated in the biggest race of classical boats in Greece.

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