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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

Dinghy racing at Staunton Harold Sailing Club

RYA Affiliation 2026 is now open

Renew your affiliation and reconnect with the guidance, tools and community that support you

Merle Nieuwland at Cardiff Bay YC with the Welsh Young Sailor of the Year trophy (c) RYA CW

Merle Nieuwland named Welsh Young Sailor of the Year

Accolade follows Youth Sailing World Championships gold medal

RYA Cymru Wales blog - get set for the new season!

Check out all the latest opportunities and diary dates to kickstart your year with our RYA Cymru Wales blog for January 2026…

RYA Cymru Wales run a number of events throughout the year. Find out more information on the BIG Days Out, Regional Junior 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.