The Contest
atlantic challenge seeks to encourage and stimulate through
Personal development through challenge
Perseverance and self reliance
Initiative and creativity
Community building and social responsibility
The spirit of adventure
Fitness of the mind and body
Vocational, cultural and social life skills
International understanding and awareness
Interest in local and global maritime heritage
to fulfill the above the crews are invited to participate in the following events
L’Esprit
Each host country has different approaches tho this event
This event takes place with entirely mixed crews. With commands, gigs and different spoken languages this is a true test off seamanship.
Sailing
To test the crews ability to sail their gig at maximum speed around a set course
Oars and Sails
the supreme challenge to test the crew ability to row and sai their gig at maximum speed around a set course
Rowing race
Fierce strength, stamina and esqusite technique in a straight 2 mile course.
A spectacular finish to any contest.
Slalom
The perfect test of boat handling. Crews must take their gig around a 5 bout course without a rudder.
Man Overboard
On the water can be a testing situation no matter the weather and in the interest of safety the event is a test to recover a fellow being who has fallen overboard speedily and safely.
Passage Race
This is a long enduring course under oars or sails and is always challenging due to the different courts hosting the event.
Navigation
It is important crew know where they are on the water and how to return home safely.
This event tests the navigational skills of the crews
Ropework
A traditional yet important event as these gigs require traditional methods to rig the boats ready for use.
Crews are challenged to elect a particular knot whilst others are challenged with splices, whippings snd seizing to be executed exquisitely for the judging panel.
Captains Gig
bring back history… this involves transferring an guest under oars from a dock to a vessel, reenacting one of the historic functions of the gigs.
Trophees
Several trophies are awarded during the International Contest of Seamanship.
These awards recognize the crews and individuals who demonstrate outstanding skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and the true spirit of Atlantic Challenge.
Jackstay Transfer
Gigs will approach a whaf and with lots of little unique managers, complete a sack transfer and row back to the finish line.