A regatta is a term used to describe either a boat race or a series of boat races, typically involving rowing, speedboat, or sailing vessels
. Regattas can be organized as amateur competitions, and they are usually highly organized and formally structured events
. Some common types of regattas include:
- Rowing Regattas : These are races between rowing boats, often held on rivers or lakes. Examples include the Henley Royal Regatta, the Boat Race, and the Dad Vail Regatta
- Sailing Regattas : These are races between sailing boats, often held on local and regional lakes and rivers. High school sailing regattas are a common example
- Yacht Racing : This type of regatta involves racing yachts, and it can take place in various locations and formats
Regattas can be organized as team races, where teams of sailors compete against each other, or as individual races, where sailors compete individually
. The finishing positions in regattas are often referred to as "combinations," and the team or individual with the best overall win/loss record wins the regatta
