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visit www.musicians.ky or call (345) 525 6787. To register contact office@ musicians.ky. Earl La Pierre teaches adult steel pan classes on Monday evenings at UCCI from 6pm-8pm. He also has a performing band, known as Pandemix, where newcomers are welcomed. Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-8pm at UCCI. Call (345) 526 5059 or (345) 916 5676 to learn more. For private lessons in singing, piano and music tutoring, contact Nicole Bodden at her studio in the Barnett Building, off the CNB roundabout. Tel: (345) 917 3753. JukeBox offers a mobile music service providing lessons for guitar, piano and singing as well as early years/mummyand-me classes. For more information on schedules and events, visit www.jukebox. ky, call (345) 321 5126 or email: info@ jukebox.ky. Throughout the week, various restaurants and bars host live music by local talent. Check out the ‘Nightlife’ section on the Explore Cayman website (www.explorecayman.com) for lists of different restaurants that offer live music on each night of the week.

Cayman National Choir & Orchestra Choir practice is held on Mondays at 7.30pm-9pm in the Bay Harbour Centre on West Bay Road and orchestra practice is held on Wednesdays 7.30pm-9pm in the same location. Email Sue Horrocks or Jonathan Taylor at caymanchoirandorchestra@gmail. com.

Talks

Next Chapter’s Infinite Mindcare Talk Series takes place on the third Saturday of every month at 9am. Each month’s topic is different, covering subjects like the importance of sleep, maintaining friendships and keeping a healthy mindset on social media. The talks are hosted by professional psychotherapists from Infinite Mindcare and a different book is recommended each month. For more information on dates and location, call (345) 926 0882, (345) 640 2665, or visit www.facebook.com/infinitemindcare.

The Pirates Week Festival is one of the biggest cultural events in the Cayman Islands. An annual spectacle that takes place in November, 30+ activities are hosted over three weekends across all three islands, starting with Cayman Brac, then moving to Grand Cayman and finishing with Little Cayman. The highlight of the Festival is the Landing Pageant and Float Parade, which takes place in George Town. Thousands of people line the streets to watch a mock take-over of the Island by a band of fighting pirates, who come ashore by pirate ship. A parade, street dance and fireworks display also take place. Other features of the festival include an abundance of music, culture and delicious local food. For more information on the festival or how to get involved, visit www.piratesweekfestival. com or contact the Pirates Week Office at (345) 949 5859 or (345) 949 5078 or email: events@piratesweekfestival.com.

Batabano Cayman’s Carnival, Batabano, is usually held after Easter every year. It is a major highlight on the Island’s entertainment calendar. It is said the word ‘batabano’ refers to the tracks left in the sand by sea turtles as they crawl onto the beach to nest. Batabano is a multi-day event that includes a Carnival Ball, soca song competition, street parade, street dance, a beach fête and Soca music, dancing and pageantry. It celebrates the Caribbean’s diverse African and religious roots, as well as reflecting the Island’s rich heritage. Thousands of locals and visitors flock to the streets! Sign up to get involved in Batabano 2022, which is set to take place April 30th-May 8th. For more information, visit the Batabano website at www.caymancarnival.com. SEE AD PAGE 434

Gimistory Gimistory is an International Storytelling Festival that features guest storytellers from all over the world. It’s held over a ten-day period at the end of November through early December each year. The festival travels to different beaches and parks in all districts on all three Islands, and during the day the storytellers visit the local schools to make special presentations. Visit www. artscayman.org/gimistory/.

Red Sky at Night Red Sky At Night, a multi-cultural arts fair, celebrates all things arts and culture. The event features a variety of entertainment such as live dance, music, drama performances and poetry readings, as well as displays of visual arts, crafts and films. From steel pan, fiddles and drums to DJs, dance troupe performances, storytelling and theatre, there is no shortage of entertainment. There are also dozens of artisan booths selling locally made art, crafts, jewellery, clothes and accessories as well as food vendors selling traditional Caymanian food and delicacies from around the world. Contact the Cayman National Cultural Foundation on (345) 949 5477 for more information and to volunteer.

WATERSPORTS & EXCURSIONS

Boating, diving and fishing are all very popular in Cayman. For more information on these activities, see the Boating chapter.

Jetovator Rides A Jetovator propels a rider up into the air much like a Jetpack does; however, the Jetovator is incredibly easy to operate and just about anybody can be trained to operate it safely in 20 minutes. The Jetovator can attain forward speeds of 25mph, dive underwater for brief durations and allows riders to cruise in comfort for as long as

they want. Contact White Sand Water Sports in East End. Tel: (345) 916 7263 or (345) 938 7263.

Kayaking and Bioluminescent Tours One of nature’s best-kept secrets is a rare bioluminescent phenomenon found only in a dozen places worldwide. Cayman Kayaks offers magical bioluminescence tours by kayak and electric catamaran from Rum Point to the bioluminescent

bay which is suitable for all skill levels and only a 10-minute paddle. Tours are 1.5-2 hours long and they include the guided tour to and from the bay. Call (345) 926 4467, email: reservations@caymankayaks. com or visit www.caymankayaks.com. Cayman Sea Elements also offer tours of the bioluminescent bay where you can snorkel and swim, plus mangrove kayak tours where you will encounter a myriad of wildlife while learning about Cayman’s unique mangrove habitats. Tours take approximately two hours and leave from the Cayman Islands Yacht Club. Call (345) 936 8687 or email: caymansea@

gmail.com. White Sand Water Sports (Tel: (345) 916 7263 or (345) 938 7263) has kayaks for rent from the Wyndham Reef Resort in East End and they can deliver kayaks Island-wide. They also run a bioluminescence kayak tour to Bio Bay with clear bottom kayaks. Kayaks can also be rented from Red Sail Sports. Call (345) 623 5965 for details.

Kiteboarding Kitesurf Cayman offers private two-hour lessons on Barker’s Beach. Visit www. kitesurfcayman.com. White Sand Water Sports (Tel: (345) 916 7263) is not currently offering kite lessons, but rentals are still available.

Paddleboarding Paddleboards can be rented from Cayman

Stand Up Paddle Co. Ltd. (Tel: (345) 938 4787) and delivered to your home, and condo. Free delivery in and around Seven Mile Beach is also offered. White Sand Water Sports (Tel: (345) 916 7263) in East End rent paddleboards for US$65 a day (minimum) or US$235 per week, with a 10% discount available to residents. They also deliver Island-wide. Paddleboards can also be rented from The Sweet Spot (Tel: (345) 925 8129) at Kaibo. Bliss Living Yoga (Tel: (345) 949 9642) offers paddleboard yoga on Tuesday evenings.

The Cayman Islands Sailing Club offers a range of sailing lessons for adults with little or no sailing experience and those looking to further develop their skills. Each of them are 8 hour coached courses that are usually scheduled over two weekends (two 4-hour sessions on consecutive Saturdays or Sundays). Private lessons are also available. For more information visit www.sailing.ky, email: admin@sailing.ky or call (345) 947

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Snorkelling Snorkelling is a great way to discover the underwater world. Ocean Frontiers (Tel:

(345) 947 7500) or White Sand Water Sports (Tel: (345) 916 7263) specialises in small group snorkelling excursions in East End. Tours can be taken on jet skis, their speed boat, or on the Hobie Getaway Catamaran. Frank’s Watersports (Tel: (345) 945 5491) offers 3.5-hour snorkelling tours to Stingray City. Refer to www.explorecayman.com for more information. Snorkel Equipment can be rented from Red Sail Sports. Call (345) 623 5965 for details.

Surfing Good swells are generated off of Seven Mile Beach from December to March, when Nor’westers blow through. From June to November, the best surf is usually found at the South Sound Community Centre and Mariners Cove in Spotts. However, beginners would be well advised to avoid these locations as the coral and sea urchins can prove hazardous. Areas with a safe sandy bottom and easy access to/from the sea is ideal. Surfboards can be purchased at Divers World in 7 Mile Shops.

Waverunner Trips You can rent a jet ski from half an hour, up to a full day from Action Watersports (Tel: (345) 548 3147). They also offer two hour guided jet ski tours to Stingray City and Rum Point, incorporating some snorkelling. Residents get a 5% discount from a 45 minute Jet Ski Adventure Tour along the coast or a Jet Ski Snorkel Safari where you’ll discover Cayman above and below the water. Tel: (345) 916 7263 or (345) 938 7263. Aqua Watersports offers a range of water-based activities including exciting Jet Ski Stingray City tours (either a 2 stop or 4 stop). They also offer a luxury Cranchi 43ft Charter boat for half day, full day or sunset cruising. Red Sail Sports rent out jet skis, SUPs and a variety of water sports equipment. They also offer a Waverunner Snorkel Safari and Banana Boat, Wakeboard and Waterski Charters. Call (345) 949 8745 or (345) 623 5965.

Windsurfing The prevailing winds make the beaches off East End perfect for windsurfing. If you are interested in windsurfing, you can rent with Tortuga Divers (Tel: (345) 947 2097) at Morritts’ Tortuga Club. They cater to all windsurfing levels with boards to suit beginners, intermediate and advanced windsurfers. Residents can receive up to

50% off. White Sand Water Sports, which is located on the beach at the Wyndham Reef Resort, also offers windsurfing lessons, equipment rental and packages. Call (345) 916 7263 or email: alan@ whitesandwatersports.com.

OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES

Classes in Art, Painting, Photography, Pottery & More

The Visual Arts Society (VAS) has a strong expertise in pottery and ceramics (the studio is equipped with potters wheels, a kiln, tools, glazes and clay can be purchased) and they offer workshops along with an open studio for adults. Email: vascayman@ gmail.com or see www.facebook.com/ visualartcayman. 3 Girls & a Kiln (SEE AD OPPOSITE PAGE) is an art collective made up of three artists who make local art and other fun designs. They make a variety of different pieces from magnets, cheese stakes and dishes, to wine corks, tags and pennants. They also offer a wide selection of monthly art classes for all ages; their ‘Make & Take’ Wood Class is

especially popular. Other classes include clay decorating and glazing. For more information, visit www.3girlsandakiln. com, call (345) 640 9990, or visit them at their Camana Bay location from 10am-6pm, Monday-Friday. The

National Gallery of the Cayman Islands runs exhibition-supportive evening and weekend workshops and lectures for all ages and skill levels. NGCI hosts several Open Call exhibition opportunities during the year, as well as Artisan Fairs. Visit www.nationalgallery.org.ky for more information. Take part in their Art and Wellness initiative, a free programme of wellness classes and workshops including meditation, yoga, nutrition and mindfulness. For more detailed event information, visit nationalgallery. org.ky/whats-on or contact education@ nationalgallery.org.ky or (345) 945 8111. Art Nest hosts a variety of online painting workshops and events. Email: events@artnestcayman.com for more information. Cathy Church’s (Tel: (345) 949 7415) offers daily private above and underwater photography courses in the classroom and on shore dives for the underwater photographer. They also rent and sell a full range of underwater cameras that come with a free mini lesson.

Indoor Golf Cayman Golf Lab is Cayman’s largest fullyequipped indoor golf facility. They offer two HD golf simulators and 400sq ft of putting green, as well as golf lessons for adults and children. Call (345) 917 2444 or visit www.caymangolflab.com.

Laser Tag

Strike Zone House of Fun, located in Cannon Place, is Cayman’s first laser tag arena and is great for hosting corporate events, staff parties and more. Games are run every 15 minutes with up to a maximum of 22 players per game. Visit www. strikezonelasertag.com or call (345) 623 4040 to book an event. Land & Nature Tours Reagan’s Honey offers beekeeping tours of the apiary and surrounding woodland. Tours cost US$65 for 1.5 hours. They include beehive inspection and your own sample jar of honey straight from the hive

to take home. Cayman Safari Adventures runs a safari tour using customised Land Rovers. You will experience genuine Caymanian hospitality and learn about the unique past of the Cayman Islands. Call (345) 925 3002 for information. Renowned Cayman naturalist, Ann Stafford, offers guided cultural and historic tours where you will learn about culturally significant plants, places, creatures and more. Tours are tailored to suit the guests and may include the Botanic Park, the Colliers Wilderness Reserve Trail or the Mastic Reserve and Trail. Note that guests provide the transportation. Contact CaymANNature Tours on (345) 925 2760, email: caymannature@candw.ky or visit www.facebook.com/CaymANNature for details. You can also call Nan Erb with Cayman Luxury Excursions (CLE), who offers very exclusive Island tours and private transportation services in her beautiful Mercedes minivan. Call her on (345) 326 2018 or email: info@cayluxe.com for more information.

Locked Inn Locked Inn Cayman is the first live escape room in the Caribbean. There are currently two themed room to choose from, each with their own set of codes and riddles to decipher, clues to unpack and puzzles to solve. The aim is for the group to use problem-solving and teamwork to figure their way out of the room within 45 minutes. The location at Parcel 110 is a flexible space for you to host parties and events for a variety of occasions as well. For more information or to book a slot, call (345) 525 8820 or visit www. lockedinncayman.com. THE

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