With the Orkney Island Games 2025 nearly upon us, we can’t wait to follow the action. Read on for an overview of sailing at this year’s Island Games. Where & When to Watch the Sailing Location: ...

RYA Scotland & RYA have released an update to the guidance on PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) checks, providing further clarity for sailing clubs, centres, organisations, and committees in Scotland ...

As a well-known and well-loved face within the sailing community, Matt Toynbee made a far-reaching impact felt personally by many. RYA Scotland is honoured to have felt Matt’s positive influence first ...

Welsh Sailing / Hwylio Cymru has announced four Pathway Clubs to boost training and development for junior and youth sailors across the country. The RYA Cymru Wales programme will provide ...

OnBoard, the RYA’s flagship grassroots sailing and windsurfing programme for young people aged 8 to 18, is celebrating 20 years of transforming lives on the water. Since its launch in 2005, OnBoard ...

The instructor who sparks confidence in new sailors. The person who quietly keeps things running behind the scenes. The young volunteer who turns up with a smile, rain or shine. Or the club that goes ...

The RYA Scotland Aspire Programme is a forward-thinking initiative developed to strengthen, support, and simplify the development journey for RYA sailing and powerboating instructors, coaches, and ...

RYA Northern Ireland are proud to announce we are currently working in partnership with Disability Sport NI to achieve the Inclusive Sports Award. The Inclusive Sports Award recognises a commitment to ...

Sailing isn’t just about boats or racing for Vanessa Weedon-Jones. It’s been a lifeline — a path out of darkness and into purpose. Now in her 60s and a celebrated volunteer, instructor, and advocate ...

The sessions aim to increase awareness of water safety and boost confidence around open water. Sessions, delivered by RYA Instructors, guide young people through the Water Safety Code and then allows ...

Laura Cowan never imagined that a search for quality time with her son would set her on a course towards a lifelong passion for sailing. Now, as Commodore of Prestwick Sailing Club (SCIO) and an ...

The Dragon Series is back! I’m pleased to announce that all of the dates and venues for 2025 have been confirmed so you can add them to your calendar 😊 Run by the RYA Cymru Wales regional committees ...