Bristol Sailing Club Wins University Sustainability Challenge
The University of Bristol Sailing Club won the 2026 Green Blue University Sailing Sustainability Challenge for initiatives including boat maintenance and the reuse of sailing equipment.
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Five Clubs Join British Sailing Para Pathway Programme
British Sailing has given five clubs Para Pathway status to expand access to structured coaching and racing for disabled sailors, with grassroots opportunities at the centre of the programme.
Eight Young Sailors Join Welsh Sailing Youth LAB
Welsh Sailing’s Youth LAB has brought eight participants aged 16–23 into discussions about events and future activity, giving young members a direct way to share ideas.
Scottish Youth Sailors Carry Winter Training Into Race Season
RYA Scotland has reviewed its 2025–26 Performance Pathway open training block, highlighting technical learning and family support before the spring youth racing season.
Eric Twiname Championships Combine Dinghy Racing and Camaraderie
The 2026 Eric Twiname Championships brought young sailors together in dinghy and windsurfing competition, pairing a busy racing programme with the social side of junior sport.
Margate Yacht Club Builds a Social Route Into Sailing
Margate Yacht Club has been highlighted for community-focused activities that help more people connect with sailing, showing how clubs can combine events and social participation.
Trearddur Bay Volunteers Recognised for Youth Sailing Support
Welsh Sailing has recognised Sharon and Graham Davidson-Guild for supporting youth racing with work on the water and ashore, including courses, registration and results.
Cramond Boat Club Launches Women on the Water Sessions
Cramond Boat Club has introduced Women on the Water with RYA Scotland backing, welcoming around a dozen people to an initial outing in club and members’ dinghies.
Welsh Sailing Celebrates the People Behind Club Activity
Welsh Sailing used Volunteers Week to highlight the people organising youth events, race offices and everyday club sessions, drawing attention to work that makes participation possible.
Welsh Sailing Introduces Awards for Sailors and Coaches
RYA Cymru Wales has launched performance awards recognising Welsh racing sailors and the people supporting youth development, including coaches whose work helps young competitors progress.
Welsh Sailing Adds Eight Dinghies to Youth Training Fleet
Sport Wales funding has helped Welsh Sailing add a 29er, a 420 and six RS Feva dinghies to its youth and junior programme, widening access to two-person training and competition.
Welsh Harp Turns Sailing Taster Sessions Into a Club Pathway
Welsh Harp Sailing Club has developed a clearer route from low-cost sailing tasters to regular activity, using training and volunteers to help newcomers stay involved.
How Northampton Sailing Club Rebuilt Its Local Community
Northampton Sailing Club has been recognised after revitalising training, access and membership, offering a case study in how grassroots small-boat communities can welcome more people afloat.
Youth Voices Group Gives Young Scottish Boaters a Say
RYA Scotland’s Youth Voices group brings together participants aged 14–25 across sailing, racing and powerboating to share ideas about the future of clubs and watersports.
Merched Y Môr Sailors Take on Palma Keelboat Challenge
A Welsh women’s sailing group took an opportunity to race at Copa del Rey in Palma, moving into keelboat competition despite not having previously sailed together as a team.
Foyle Regatta Brings Inclusive Sailing to Lough Foyle
The Foyle Sailability Regatta brought disabled sailors from several Northern Ireland clubs together despite challenging conditions, celebrating access, teamwork and racing on small boats.
Jack Walls Took the Helm of Peterhead Sailing Club at 18
Jack Walls became commodore of Peterhead Sailing Club when he was 18, illustrating how a welcoming small-boat community can make space for young people in leadership roles.
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