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Reduce the risk and boost your skills

13 Mar 25

The RYA, MCA, RNLI and Irish Sailing launched a campaign to boost boat users’ skills in preparation for season ahead.

Recognising the incredible legacy of Andrew Cassell

27 Mar 25

BSKA recruits sailing yachts on the Solent during the Academy's inshore training weekend.

New recruits making waves with British Sailing Keelboat Academy

26 Mar 25

Are you making the most of your RYA affiliation?

19 Mar 25

Reflections On Water

A campaign shining a light on you

Reflections on Water is about all the people, clubs and communities who make our waters so vibrant while addressing the barriers that prevent others from joining in.

About the RYA

The Royal Yachting Association is the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft, and is a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising in the UK.

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Supporting people who love being on the water, join a community of over 100,000 like-minded members and enjoy exclusive benefits while protecting the sport you love.

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The International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft is intended to provide evidence of competence when requested by officials in foreign countries. It is historically known as the International Certificate of Competence.

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