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RYA Cymru Wales

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About us

Learn more about the RYA Cymru Wales team, volunteers, committees, Strategy and find our Policy documents.

Initiatives

Discover some of our key initiatives such the Clean Watersports Alliance, Impact Awards and Merched Y Mor

Club & Centre support

Support for clubs, organisations & training centres in Wales, including forums, workshops and events

Racing

Whatever your racing experience or level, we have information and guidance to support and help you develop as a club or individual.

Latest news

Sharon & Graham Davidson Guild with their RYA CW Impact Awards at Trearddur Bay, North Wales.

Impact Award for Welsh Sailing volunteers

Recognition for Sharon & Graham Davidson-Guild of Trearddur Bay Sailing Club

Young sailor on the sea in the sunshine for a Dragon Series event at Port Dinorwic SC in Wales with coach boat nearby, blue waters and sky and beautiful shoreline in the background.

Welsh Sailing blog - May 2026

With a number of key awareness campaigns relevant to our sport this month, check out our top three to support your sailing and boating this season...

Coach aboard one of RYA CW's new VSRs providing support for junior sailors afloat at Port Dinorwic SC's Dragon Series 2026 event.

Two new safety boats for Welsh Sailing thanks to major grant

Welsh Government Capital Grant supported by Sport Wales funds VSRs to support training and events

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RYA Cymru Wales run a number of events throughout the year. Find out more information on the BIG Days Out, Welsh Club Championships, Dragon Series Events, OnBoard Festival, BIG Weekend and the Welsh Youth & Junior Championships.

Merchandise

Support RYA Cymru Wales, Welsh Sailing & Merched Y Mor by purchasing some merchandise.

Long shot of group of sailors being given an introduction to a sailing course

Instructor, coaches & trainers

Learning together from shared knowledge and experiences to ensure we get the most from every session we deliver.

Clubs & Centres

Find support and more information for your Club or Centre.

Race officials

Interested in becoming a judge, mark layer, race officer, measurer or umpire? More information on each role and qualification can be found here.

Impact Awards

Celebrating individuals and organisations who go the extra mile. Nominations can be submitted any time of year – come and find out more and see our past winners of the award.