IN ACTION
Making an impact
As an RYA member, you’re doing far more than just supporting your own time on the water. Each year, your membership fuels avenues for training, environmental action and national advocacy. Which means you’re helping our waters remain safe and accessible for generations to come.
Your membership has enabled the RYA to be involved with everything from protecting the seagrass and seahorses in the very special Studland Bay area, to working to get more people on the water with our refreshed Together on Water initiative. As always, you can find out more about the impact you make at rya.org.uk/membership/your-impact
As an RYA member, you’re doing far more than just supporting your own time on the water. Each year, your membership fuels avenues for training, environmental action and national advocacy. Which means you’re helping our waters remain safe and accessible for generations to come.
Your membership has enabled the RYA to be involved with everything from protecting the seagrass and seahorses in the very special Studland Bay area, to working to get more people on the water with our refreshed Together on Water initiative. As always, you can find out more about the impact you make at rya.org.uk/membership/your-impact
From pathway
to possibility
The RYA pathway is about more than developing young sailors for competition – it opens the door to where sailing can ultimately take them. Jemima Lines is a brilliant example of that journey. In 2027, she’s set to make history as the first British woman to compete in the America’s Cup for 90 years. Jemima’s progression through the sport – from kitefoiling on the British Sailing Team to becoming Team GB’s reserve for Paris 2024 – shows how foundations built early in a career can develop into opportunities on the world stage.
Thomas Roy’s story is another great example of how boating can offer a world of possibilities. He appeared in our winter 2025 issue, just before he set off on one of sailing’s toughest challenges, at the age of only 18: the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Thomas, who’s been sailing since he was very young, completed the full 40,000-nautical-mile circumnavigation, sailing on Team Tongyeong. They finished fifth, with impressive results along the way, including a victory in the Tongyeong stage and a close second place in stage 12.
For young sailors, the message is clear. The skills, experience and confidence gained on the water can create new possibilities – whether that’s competing for your country, pursuing a career, sailing around the world or simply discovering a lifelong passion.
Find out more at rya.org.uk/racing/british-sailing
Jemima Lines is set to make history in 2027.
Jemima Lines is set to make history in 2027.
Thomas Roy at the start of the Clipper Race
Thomas Roy at the start of the Clipper Race
Jemima Lines is set to make history in 2027.
Jemima Lines is set to make history in 2027.
From pathway
to possibility
The RYA pathway is about more than developing young sailors for competition – it opens the door to where sailing can ultimately take them. Jemima Lines is a brilliant example of that journey. In 2027, she’s set to make history as the first British woman to compete in the America’s Cup for 90 years. Jemima’s progression through the sport – from kitefoiling on the British Sailing Team to becoming Team GB’s reserve for Paris 2024 – shows how foundations built early in a career can develop into opportunities on the world stage.
Thomas Roy’s story is another great example of how boating can offer a world of possibilities. He appeared in our winter 2025 issue, just before he set off on one of sailing’s toughest challenges, at the age of only 18: the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. Thomas, who’s been sailing since he was very young, completed the full 40,000-nautical-mile circumnavigation, sailing on Team Tongyeong. They finished fifth, with impressive results along the way, including a victory in the Tongyeong stage and a close second place in stage 12.
Thomas Roy at the start of the Clipper Race.
Thomas Roy at the start of the Clipper Race.
For young sailors, the message is clear. The skills, experience and confidence gained on the water can create new possibilities – whether that’s competing for your country, pursuing a career, sailing around the world or simply discovering a lifelong passion.
Find out more at rya.org.uk/racing/british-sailing
Tickets on sale soon!
Calling all dinghy sailors, windsurfers, wingsurfers, foilers and paddleboarders: the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show has something for you. Returning to Farnborough International from 20 to 21 February 2027, it promises an action-packed weekend for beginners, experienced sailors and families.
Discover the latest boats, boards and equipment, with more than 180 exhibitors and the biggest names in marine retail under one roof. Enjoy interactive family activities, watersports displays, live demos, expert talks and coaching sessions, plus the opportunity to get hands-on in the Interactive Zone.
Whether you’re trying something new or looking to develop your skills, come and be inspired by a weekend celebrating all things sailing and watersports.
RYA members and children aged 15 and under go free! Adult tickets start at £15 – buy in advance to save. For more details and ticket sales, visit rya.org.uk/dinghy-show
Help shape the future of the RYA Foundation
Could you join the Board of Trustees overseeing the work and future direction of our charity arm, the RYA Foundation? The Trustees share the RYA Board’s vision of making boating accessible to as many people as possible. With plans to strengthen fundraising and increase grant-making, the Foundation aims to support more boating activity providers and young people who need financial assistance to pursue the sport. The Trustee Board is seeking to recruit two new members, with applications welcomed from people with experience of the RYA, voluntary sector, charity governance or financial management. The Trustees are particularly keen to meet people with experience of volunteering with Sailability groups and activities, or those with lived experience of disability. For details and an application form, email foundation@rya.org.uk, with ‘Trustee Vacancies’ as the subject.
We need to receive completed applications by 26 October, and will interview those shortlisted in the week beginning 16 November (in Hamble or London). The new appointees will take up their role at the Trustees’ meeting in Hamble on 3 December.
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