Activity Info
Sailing is the art of controlling a sailing vessel. By changing the rigging, rudder and dagger or centre board, a sailor manages the force of the wind on the sails in order to change the direction and speed of a boat.
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Hints / Stunts / Tips
Paralympic SailingBBC sport provides a good introduction to events and format of sailing at the Paralymic games – even though the results may be slightly out of date!
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BBC Sport Jargon GuideThis BBC jargon guide is a great starting point for those wanting to increase their understanding and enjoyment of the sport of sailing. The website boasts a comprehensive, alphabetically arranged list of definitions of many of the most common nautical terms.
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Rooster SailingThe hints and tips section of the Rooster Sailing website consists of a host of great information in a variety of multimedia forms including videos, articles and information sheets.
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Get Involved
Sailing and Yacht Club DatabaseThis is a large directory of UK sailing and yacht clubs provided by noble marine insurance. Search by postcode, region, county, or name to find a club near you.
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Sea CadetsThe Sea Cadets is a maritime youth charity with 400 units based throughout the UK. The cadet corps is open to young people aged 12 to 18 and provides many opportunities to get involved in a wide-range of land and water based activities – including sailing!
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RYA SailabilitySailability is a RYA programme aiming to make sailing and boating accessible to those with a disability and their website makes an excellent starting point. The website’s club directory allows you to search by postcode or town to find your local Sailability Centre.
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Hilary Lister Sails Around BritainTelegraph TV video about quadriplegic Hilary Lister’s attempt to sail solo around the British Isles.
RYA SailabilityThis is a video introduction to The RYA Sailability programme, what it is and how to get involved.
Women’s Yngling (Beijing 2008)Short clip of Sarah Ayton, Sarah Webb and Pippa Wilson, three of Britain’s biggest sailing stars, clinching gold in the Yngling class at the Beijing Olympics.
Sailing and RacingSailing and Racing is a group dedicated to the competitive side of the sport. A place to discuss major sailing events and to share your own racing experiences.
UK SailingThe most popular sailing group on MySpace. A place for enthusiasts to chat about the sport they love.
Disabled Sailing/SailabilityThis group is intended to members of any Disabled Sailing Scheme or Sailability to Programme to discuss what does and doesn’t work.
Women in SailingThis is a small group based on the Yachting NSW Women’s Coaching Scholarship Program aiming to promote the sport of sailing to women all over the world.
Facebook International Dinghy Sailing & Yacht ClubHuge group with over 5000 members. Boasts loads of discussion topics, the potential to organise local events, and even member discounts at a number of sailing stores!
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RYA Sailability Equipment DirectoryThe RYA Sailability equipment directory provides information on where to purchase specialist sailing equipment required by sailors with a variety of disabilities.
Boats'n'BitsOnline stockist of Gill clothing for all your sailing attire needs. Has a particularly useful ‘what to wear section’ for those looking for a little guidance.
Marine MegastoreA one stop shop for sailing and water sports enthusiasts, boasting over 75,000 marine products and product advice and comparison features. If you’re looking for something nautical there is a good chance you’ll find it here.
Hilary Lister BlogHilary Lister is a quadriplegic who sailed into the record in 2005 by sailing solo across the English Channel. Learn about Hilary’s extraordinary sailing career and keep up to date with her latest challenges by reading her blog.
Yot BlogFree weblogs for sailors and yachtsmen. Some of the many features available include your own sailing blog or a free website for your yacht. Yot Blog is a great online community for all those interested in anything boaty.
Personal Blog of Ellen MacArthurFollow the online blog of hugely successful and world renowned record breaking sailor Dame Ellen Macarthur.
Sailing NetworksA sailing based social networking site where you can meet and chat with other sailors. Also hosts many other useful features including crew finder, marine events calendar, second hand marketplace and global marine directory.
The Daily SailThe Daily Sail is packed full of sailing news articles. As well as this there are loads of photos, interviews and race blogs for your entertainment.
Disabled Sailing in the UKThis disabled sailing forum is intended to make it possible for disability to sailors to make contact and exchange information, experiences and opinions as part of an online community.
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