Barbados Sports

Windsurfing & Surfing

Barbados is one of the windsurfing capitals of the Caribbean. The surf on the east coast is suitable for experienced surfers only.

Yachting

Yachts and large catamarans can be chartered, if you desire a guided cruise. The beaches have smaller crafts for rent such as Hobie Cats, along with other types of water craft.

Diving

Gear and instructions available at: Folkestone Park, Sandy Lane Hotel, Coral Reef Club, and the Dive Boat Safari, the Dive Shop, Barbados Hilton International, and Willie's Water Sports (all of which are located in St. Michael). Divi Southwinds and Sandy Beach Hotel are both in Christ Church.

Cricket

The national Bajan sport is played almost anywhere on the island, whether it is an international match, or causally on the beach.

Horseracing

Tracks are at the Garrison Savannah and the Barbados Turf Club.

Horseback Riding

At least five stables are on the island offering an interesting way to tour the countryside.

The Caribbean International Riding Centre

St. Andrew, Sarely Hill
(246) 422-7433

Running

The Run Barbados International Road Race Series, a 26-mile, 385-yard marathon course (42,195 meters) takes place the first weekend in December annually. This run, and the 10K in and around Bridgetown, attracts men and women from around the world.

Tennis

If you’re interested in playing tennis during your stay, consider a villa with a court on the property, or a townhome with a court associated with a community or resort. Courts are also available at hotels, and public courts are at Folkestone Park in Holetown.

Squash

There are ten locations in Barbados to play.

Barbados Squash Club

Hastings
(246) 427-7913

Other Sports

You can enjoy soccer, cycling, basketball, volleyball, field hockey, rugby, trap-, and skeet- or pistol shooting. Indoor games may be available including chess, bridge, darts, and billiards. The national table game is dominoes.

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About Barbados

Barbados is a diverse island with a beautiful, calm west coast known for fantastic beaches and an east coast known for it's natural beauty. more

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