Aruba Hi-Winds Tournament
The Aruba Hi-Winds 2011 will take place from Wednesday evening June 29th until Monday evening July 4th.
About Aruba Hi Winds
The Aruba Hi-Winds has been the biggest and best known watersport event of the Caribbean for a period of 24 years. Since 1987 the event has drawn the participation of international surf professionals such as Bjorn Dunckerbeck, Robby Naish and Anders Bringdal, which increased the global visibility of Aruba and acquired a lot of media-attention. Since 1996 the Aruba Hi-Winds has been held at the Fisherman's Hut. This spot is the best on the island for windsurfing and kitesurfing ensuring the international participants an awesome experience.
In the beginning the Aruba Hi-Winds was a professional sports event. In 1997 the Aruba Hi-Winds became an amateur status event. However, with the new change of government, the focus is to get the event professional status once again, (they aim to boost the sportive image of Aruba) . In 2002, kite surfing became part of the Aruba Hi-Winds, which makes the event even more diverse. Also, the number of participants is still growing steady year after year. Last year there we had 180 participants, and the event draws the attention of around 2000 spectators.
This year Jalou Langeree, (a professional kitesurfer from The Netherlands), will be here to Judge the kitesurfing events, demonstrate her skills on the water and boost the profile of the event. Jalou Langeree is very well-known in the kitesurfing global community and her visit is sure to motivate many of the young, talented amateurs resident on Aruba and visiting the event.
Besides the matches and races there are several bands, DJ's, food and drink stands and side-events on the beach.
Ever thought about racing in a tropical paradise? Race during the day and enjoy an incredible entertainment program with delicious dinners and enjoyable parties at night! It is the aim of the organizing committee to make the Aruba Hi-Winds within reach of as many sailors as possible from all economic backgrounds and from the various corners of the earth. Therefore, the organization has put together some very attractive deals on accommodation and registration fees.
Whether you're a traditional down-wind slalom racer, a fearless freestyler or if you're joined the newest craze in water sports: kite boarding, Aruba Hi-Winds is there for you!
See you at Aruba Hi-Winds 2010! Don't miss the fun! For more information email us!
Aruba Hi-Winds 2011 Windsurfing 25th edition of Hi-Winds
Program
Event: Aruba Hi-Winds 2011
Organized by: Aruba Hi-Winds Committee
Dates: Wednesday, June 29th - Monday, July 4th
Location: Fisherman's Huts, Malmok, Aruba
Rules: ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing for 2009 - 2012
Registration: June 29th (3 - 5 PM)
SCHEDULE ARUBA HI-WINDS 2011 |
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| Wednesday, June 29 | 15:00 - 17:00 Registration at Fisherman's Huts |
| 19:30 : Welcome dinner at Buster's Garage | |
| Thursday, June 30 | 10:00 : Opening Aruba Hi-Winds 2011 |
| 10:15 : Skippers meeting | |
| 11:00 : Windsurfing: Slalom races, all categories | |
| 11:00 : Kiteboarding at Boca Grandi | |
| 12:30 : Lunch on the beach | |
| 14:00 : Windsurfing: Slalom races, all categories | |
| 15:00: Barracudas & Guppy race | |
| 19:30 : Dinner (venue: TBA) | |
| Friday, July 1 | 10:00 : Windsurfing: Slalom races, all categories |
| 11:00 : Kiteboarding at Boca Grandi | |
| 12:30 : Lunch on the beach | |
| 14:00 : Windsurfing: Slalom races, all categories | |
| 15:00: Barracudas & Guppies races | |
| 19.30 : Dinner on the beach | |
| Saturday, July 2 | 10:00: Skippersmeeting Kiteboarding & Windsurfing: Long Distance races |
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10:30: Kids Long Distance: Skippersmeeting and Race; Barracudas & Guppies |
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| 11:00: Windsurfing: Long Distance Races | |
| 11:30: Kiteboarding: Long Distance Race | |
| 12:30 : Lunch on the beach | |
| 13:30 : Skippers meeting Windsurfing: Freestyle competition | |
| 14:00 : Freestyle competition | |
| 14:00 - 22:00 Cool FM live on the beach | |
| 17:00 - 19:00 Kiteboarding show and Hi-Winds Amstel Bright Happy Hour | |
| 19.30 : Dinner on the beach | |
| After sunset: Night Riders Show | |
| Sunday, July 3 | 10:00: Skippers meeting Kiteboarding & Windsurfing: Long Distance races |
| 10:30: Kids Long Distance Race and Race; Barracudas & Guppies | |
| 11:00: Windsurfing: Long Distance races | |
| 11:30 : Kiteboarding: Long Distance race | |
| 12:30 : Lunch on the beach | |
| 13:30: Skippers meeting: Freestyle competition | |
| 14:00: Freestyle Competition: King, Prince & Kid of the Huts | |
| 14:00 - 19:00: Cool FM Live on the Beach | |
| 17:00 - 19:00 Kiteboarding show and Hi-Winds Amstel Bright Happy Hour | |
| 19:30 : Dinner on the beach | |
| After sunset: Night Riders Show | |
| Monday, July 4 | 10:00 : Windsurfing: Slalom races, all categories |
| 10:30: Slalom races Kids | |
| 11:00 : Kiteboarding at Boca Grandi | |
| 13:00 : End of Races | |
| 13:30 : Lunch on the beach | |
| 19:30 : Dinner & Awards Ceremony at Paseo Herencia | |
Categories
| WINDSURFING: SLALOM
PRO/Open All ages |
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| Men | 19 To 34 Years (born in 1992 or earlier) |
| Women: | All ages |
| Masters: | 35 and up (Men born in 1975 or earlier) |
| GrandMasters: | 45 and up (Men born in 1965 0r earlier) |
| Juniors: | 14 To 18 Years (Incl.) (born between 1997 and 1993) |
| Sports: | All ages; First Regatta |
| Kids,incl.NewKids, Superkids and BigKids: | under 14 Years (born in or after 1998) |
| Barracudas & Guppies: | For beginner kids, sail not bigger than 3.3 meters (If you're way too good, you're allowed to continue in the New Kids) |
| WINDSURFING: FREESTYLE | |
| King of the Huts | Men, 19 & up |
| Prince of the Huts | Juniors, 14 to 18 years |
| Kid of the Huts | Kids, under 14 |
| Fish of the Huts | For beginner kids, sail not bigger than 3.3 meters |
| KITING (Freestyle)
PRO/Open: Men/Women, all ages |
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| Men: | All ages |
| Women: | All ages |
| KITING (Long Distance) | |
| Men: | All ages |
| Women: | All ages |
Disciplines & Awards |
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| WINDSURFING | KITING |
| 1.Racing: | 1. Freestyle competition |
| - Slalom | |
| - Long Distance | |
| 2.Freestyle Competition | 2. Long distance |
There will be awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for each category in each discipline (1. and 2.)
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Results
Download Results Windsurfing and Kite Surfing Competitions
Kiteboarding Rules
1. Safety and fair play are the most important aspects of the competition. Unsafe riders will be disqualified. Leeward riders have right of way, therefore Windward riders should not jump when a leeward rider is close to them. When crossing paths a windward rider should keep his kite up high while a leeward rider should keep his kite down.
2. Riders must not change course to obstruct another rider nor jump near or over other competitors.
3. Riders should stay clear of the competition area when not competing.
4. Riders should not land jumps on the beach and should stay clear of any natural obstructions or permanent fixtures such as boats (including rescue- and jury boat) near or in the competition area. (Infringements on any of the above rules could result in disqualification at the discretion of the head judge)
5. Each rider is responsible for checking his heat number. This will be posted on the official notice board at least half an hour before the start of the first heat.
6. Riders are required to wear the official contest lycra shirt during their heats. Riders should check in with the marshal two heats prior to competing and will receive a color lycra shirt which will identify them to the judges. Competitors not wearing the shirt during their heats will not be scored. After the rider has completed his heat, the lycra shirt must be returned to the beach marshal when returning to the beach.
7. The Contest Director, Head Judge and Event Organizer will collectively make the decision as to the suitability of the conditions for running heats.
8. The freestyle judging criteria will be overall impression, taking in consideration technical difficulty, height and smoothness, including landings.
9. Judges will take brief notes of the moves performed during the heats, but will not assign moves a numerical value in their notes.
10. There shall be a single elimination for the freestyle competition.
Accommodations
Sunset Beach Studios Aruba's windsurfing sweet Spot. Located right in the center of the World Famous Fisherman's Huts, we combine the ultimate launch site and state-of-the-art F2 and North gear with the relaxed atmosphere of the new "Sunset Beach Studios".
Aruba Board Sailing
Aruba Boardsailing Productions N.V. - ORGANIZERS OF THE FAMOUS ARUBA HI-WINDSFishermen's Huts
Mailing address:
Alto Vista 43
Phone +297 586 0989
Aruba, Dutch Caribbean
Fax/Phone +297 586 3940
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