THE EDITH TOPSFIELD JUNIOR REGATTA
Information
A dinghy rowing Regatta for children is held every August off Rivermead Island, Sunbury. The Regatta is organised by the Sunbury Amateur Regatta Committee and takes place on the Sunday following the main Regatta.
The Regatta starts at 10.30 am and continues until approximately 5.30 pm.
The main events consist of Singles and Doubles dinghy races, divided into Junior and Senior. Juniors must be aged 7 and under 12 and Seniors must be aged 12 and under 16 on the day of the Regatta. Races are handicapped according to age. Partners for doubles events must be in the same age category, i.e. both Juniors or both Seniors. Prizes are awarded to those coming first and second. Points are also awarded for these events for finalists and semi-finalists which count towards the Junior and Senior Championship Trophies.
Children may enter all events for which they qualify, for a single entry fee.
The style events, which also count towards the Championship Trophies, are judged during the afternoon’s racing. Style judging is based on general watermanship, behaviour and skill in handling a boat.
In addition, there are also Boys and Girls dinghy races. These include both Juniors and Seniors, and are handicapped according to age.
Cups and Trophies are awarded for most of the events, and are kept for one year only. The Junior and Senior Champions also receive a plaque which they keep.
The obstacle races, and Mothers race are fun events only and are not handicapped. Entries for the Mothers race are taken on the day.
We also have a special Cup open only to those competitors who are no longer in certain events after the first round. The Committee reserve the right to determine whether this will be in singles or both singles and doubles events, depending upon the number of entries.
Training
Training sessions for children participating in the Junior Regatta are run for approximately 6 weeks prior to the regatta. These normally commence the 1st weekend of July, and are held off Rivermead Island. Details and confirmation of the training sessions can be obtained by using the contact details below.
Safety
All juniors must wear life jackets or buoyancy aid jackets. If possible, please supply your own. Otherwise, buoyancy aids will be provided by the Regatta. Seniors unable to swim must also wear life jackets or buoyancy aid jackets.
Contact
If you require more information about the Junior Regatta or have any questions, please click here to send an email. We will try to respond to your email within 48 hours.
Entries
If you wish to enter your child/children, a form can be obtained by clicking here and sending a request.
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