Paragliding This sport is available at Golden Sands, Mellieha Bay, Golden Bay, Qawra, St. George's Bay and St. Julian's. The season begins in September and runs through May, when the league championships are held as well as other competitions. The National Stadium at Ta'Qali, recently constructed, has been the venue of many international competitions. The local Football Association Headquarters are in Valletta, Tel. There are several horse riding schools in the area near the Marsa race track.
Some hotels also offer horse-riding facilities.
Horse Racing Horse racing is Malta's top spectator sport. May. Eight to nine races are held, all trotter, except for one flat race. The race track is located in Marsa. The International Archery Tournament is held in April. Those who have an interest in participating should contact the Secretary at the Shooting Federation , P.O. Box 340 Valletta, Tel.