STEERING THE COURSE 2026: Your All-access Pass to the Ocean!
- mirandabubu
- May 26
- 2 min read
Ready to swap the city pavement for the open water? Hebe Haven Yacht Club is bringing the energy for World Sailing’s global festival! Whether you’re a "never-sailed-before" beginner or a seasoned salt, we’ve designed a week that’s high on vibes, inclusive for all, and focused on one thing: FUN.
Don’t forget to grab your official event T-shirt to commemorate the week!
🗓️ THE VOYAGE PLAN
WED 27 MAY | 7 PM
🍷 Inspiration & Vines: The Opening Forum
Kick off the week at the Quarterdeck! Grab a glass for a guided tasting by Winewrack and hear from our powerhouse panel:
🎤 Utah Lee: Nike Master Trainer & fitness icon on wellness as a lifestyle.
🎤 Samantha Scott: Leadership expert & Head Coach of Philippine Rugby Women’s 7s.
🎤 Karen Ball: Managing Director at Asia Yacht Services & trailblazer in boat brokering.
Cost: FREE (Members & Guests)
THU 28 MAY | 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
🎨 The "Girls Night In" (Youth Edition!)
A dedicated evening for our younger sailors to have a blast! It’s all about variety and making friends.
Activities: Fun sailing, paddling, and creative crafts.
Includes: A delicious dinner to wrap up the night. 🍕👯♀️
THU 28 & FRI 29 MAY
⛵️ The J/80 Taste Test: Never Sailed Before? Perfect! Our Keelboat Tasting Sessions are the ultimate "no-pressure" introduction to being on the water.
The Experience: Not just for "big boat" sailors—this is for anyone who has ever looked at the water and wanted to be out there. You’ll learn how to pull the ropes, steer the boat, and understand how the wind works.
Total Beginners Welcome: You don't need to know a cleat from a keel. Our skippers will show you the ropes in a relaxed, supportive environment. It’s all about building confidence and having a laugh!
FRI 29 MAY | 5:30 PM
⛵️ Remote Controlled Yachting Experience
Think you've got the touch? Join us at the Dock of the Garden Bar for a Remote Controlled Yachting session. It’s high-fun, and definitely not just for the boys!
FREE to all!
SAT 30 MAY | 9 AM - 5 PM
⚓️ The Ultimate "Day on a Boat" (Race Management Workshop)
Want to be in the middle of all the action without getting wet? This is the most relaxed seat in the house!
⛵️ The View: Hang out on the Committee Boat right at the start line.
🏁 The Action: Be the one to fly the flags and pull the trigger on the starting horns!
🥯 The Perks: Includes lunch and the best company in Port Shelter.
SAT 30 MAY | 1 PM
🏆 THE GRAND FINALE REGATTA
We’re taking over Port Shelter! Choose your fleet:
🏁 J/80 Class: Our high-stakes Competitive Division.
💁♀️ Lady Helm: Lead the way at the tiller.
💪 All-Female: The ultimate girl-power crew.
🌈 Open Division: Mixed crew (min. 3 females).
🍻 Shore-side Perks
Happy Hour: Mon–Fri from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Club.
Après-Sail: Whether it’s a quick drink, a celebratory lunch or dinner, the HHYC kitchen is ready for you!
