RSM REGATTA, Valletta, Malta, July 18 - July 21

The event

RSM MBA Regatta, bringing the experience of the previous regattas is ready to raise the level of the competition and to offer an amazing sailing experience for sailors from the Business Schools of the world.

Who can attend?

• Every RSM MBA, EMBA, OneMBA, MFM, PTO student or RSM Alumnus
• MBA Sailing Clubs of the MBA Sailing League (IE is included here!)
• MBA students and Alumni from Other Top Business Schools
• Colleagues, Faculty, Spouses or Family members (Maximum 25% per boat)

What do you need?

• Enthusiasm for Sailing and some sailing experience
• Strong will to compete and win
• Desire to build and develop your racing skills in a friendly and fun atmosphere

Where?
The Regatta will be held along the coast of the picturesque island of Malta. The country has seen influence for thousands of years from many great empires including the Roman, Moorish, British, and French to name a few. This heritage is evident in its architecture, museums, and archaeological sites like the ancient capital of Mdina and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Megalithic Temples. The country also boasts gorgeous beaches with crystal clear waters and breathtaking backdrops. Our host for the Regatta will be the historic Royal Malta Yacht Club. Founded in 1835, the club is located right on the water in Ta’ Xbiex Marina.

The Boat

The SB20 (formerly Laser SB3) is a sailing boat designed by Tony Castro and is a British-built strict one-design 6.15m keelboat conceived as a wide appeal, competitive sportsboat for teams of four sailors male or female. It is also, arguably, the most successful long lasting modern sportsboat in the world with 800+ owners competing regularly in a programme of exciting local, national and international events.This classic in the making has the following stats:

• LOA 6.15m
• Beam 2.15m
• Draft 1.5m
• Hull weight 685kg inc. 327kg keel
• Mast height 9.05m
• Mainsail area 18m2
• Jib / Genoa area  9.3m2
• Spinnaker area 46m2
• Max crew weight 320kg

Program

It is a three day event that, two of which will be dedicated to the races.

Thursday, July 18th
14.00 – 16:00 RSM Regatta opens – Registration at Royal Malta Yacht Club
14.30 – 18.00 Check in the boats & Free Sailing Time (optional cost)
18.00 – 18.30 Skipper’s Briefing
19.30 – Pool Bar Aperitivo by RSM Sailing Club

Friday, July 19th
8.00 – 9.30 Breakfast (included in the room)
10.00 – 10.15 Skipper’s Briefing, delivery lunch packages
10:15 – 12.00 Practice & potential practice race Races
12.00 – 16:30 Races
16.30 – 19.00 Relaxing at the swimming pool, Shower, Getting ready for dinner.
19.00 Departure from Hotel
19.30 – 22:30 Dinner & Drinks at by RSM Sailing Club

Saturday, July 20th
8.30 – 9.30 Breakfast at Hotel (included in the room)
10.00 – 10.30 Skipper’s Briefing, delivery lunch packages
11:00 – 16.00 Races
16:00 – 17:00 Boat Check-out
17:00 – 17:45 Getting ready for award’s dinner
17:45 - Departure from Hotel
18:00 – 19:00 A trip to History of Knights’ Island.
19.00 – 19:15 Walk at the dinner location
19.30 – 20:00 Cocktails
20:00 – 23:00 Prize Giving Ceremony & Dinner
23:00 Departure to Hotel or City Center party location

Sunday, July 21st
8.30 – 9.30 Breakfast at Hotel (included in the room)
10.00 – 12.00 Room Check-out
12:00 - End of the 13th RSM MBA Regatta