Considered one of sport’s toughest tests, only four countries have ever won the America’s Cup. It blends cutting-edge design, ...

Britain’s biggest festival of boating features everything the leisure marine industry has to offer, from paddleboards to dinghies, classic boats, RIBs, yachts and even superyachts. RYA members can ...

The RYA Yachtmaster® Certificate of Competence is often the ultimate aim of aspiring skippers. It is a well known, highly respected qualification worldwide, proving your experience and competence as a ...

If you have never tried sailing before, welcome! You will find sailing a breath of fresh air, meet fantastic people and learn loads. Sailing is great for mind, body and soul. Be inspired, find out ...

Flag etiquette is a combination of law (what you must do) and maritime tradition (expectations of behaviour within the sea faring community). Being ill-informed of your obligations could lead you to ...

Regional sailing events from April to October for children and young people aged 18 or younger. Events vary from 1 day to 2 days and run across the North West. This year two of the events are joint ...

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Make sure you are properly equipped before going on the water. For Pleasure Vessels of less than 13.7 metres in length there are no statutory requirements for safety equipment other than those ...

The RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate (SRC) is the minimum qualification required to operate marine VHF radio equipment on a UK flagged vessel. It is obtained by successfully completing an SRC ...

RYA powerboat courses are primarily for those using small powered craft such as RIBs, dories and sportsboats that don't generally undertake long or offshore passages. The types of commercial craft ...

The RYA recognises that the protection of the environment is an integral part of our business. We believe that environmental damage is avoidable so will do everything reasonably practicable to prevent ...

Connected is a series of conferences and development workshops specifically designed for RYA clubs, class associations and other affiliates. This year our focus will be on creating a safe and ...