From a summer job on the beach at an RYA training centre to shaping Olympic champions — that’s Sam Ross. 🙌 Now one of Britain’s leading windsurfing coaches, Sam has guided Emma Wilson to Olympic bronze and a world title, and helped mentor the next generation of RYA instructors and coaches. "The ones that are really successful over the longest period of time have normally had some sort of large bump." 🎧 Live now! Tune in for an inspiring episode full of Olympic campaigns, life-changing friendsh

The Fastnet Race is meant to be a test of skill and endurance – a prestigious offshore race on one of the sport’s toughest courses. To this day, it remains a bucket list challenge for many. In 1979, it became a tragedy that reshaped safety at sea. 🎧 Listen to episode 4 of the RYA 150 podcast where special guests Frances Reincke, Mark Gannon, Simon Rowell and Richard Falk explore lessons learned for a safer future 👇 Spotify: http://rya.org/r4xe50XaTpM Apple: http://rya.org/H0Kz50XaTpN Amazon Mu

"It was all so basic." 🎙️ Keith Musto OBE reflects on innovation and Olympic success on our first episode of the RYA 150 Podcast. ⛵ "I developed the universal tiller joint from falling out of the Finn trying to emulate Paul's smooth, speedy roll tacking." 🌊 "I don't think the sailors of today have the challenge of finding out how to improve themselves, partly because so much improvement has been made." Watch the full episode now with Olympic Royalty, Keith Musto OBE. Link in our bio 👆 #RYA150

Summer on the water with RYA Competent Crew ⛵⛵⛵ Make this summer unforgettable with our RYA Competent Crew course at Flying Fish! Whether you’re new to sailing or looking to build confidence, this course gives you hands-on experience offshore, teaching essential sailing skills in a fun and supportive environment. What you’ll gain: ⚓ Practical sailing experience and confidence on the water ⚓ Knowledge of boat handling, safety, and navigation ⚓ The chance to meet like-minded people who love advent

🌟 We’re recruiting for the RYA Futures Lab! Are you 16–25 and passionate about sailing, sport, or the outdoors? Join our new youth ambassadors programme and help shape the future of boating. You don’t need to be an experienced sailor — just someone who wants to make a difference. As part of the Futures Lab, you’ll: ⭐ Join monthly online “labs” to share ideas and create solutions ⭐ Help shape RYA projects, events, and youth programmes ⭐Take part in a national leadership academy run by Unloc ⭐ Bu

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Since first teaming up in 2009, Musto has been the heartbeat of the British Sailing Team, working with the athletes to develop high-performance technical clothing. Today, we are thrilled to announce that the world's leading sailing brand has renewed its partnership with the British Sailing Team for another four years, extending support through to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games and expanding to become an Official Partner across the wider RYA. RYA members, and accredited RYA instructors, will