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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

Five young sailors dressed as pirates on shore at Bala Sailing Club at the 2026 Welsh Sailing OnBoard Festival.

Sunshine and smiles at Welsh Sailing OnBoard Festival

Bala hosts youth and junior pirates for weekend of fun and racing

Merched Y Môr take on keelboat challenge

A chance invitation to compete at the Copa Del Rey MAPFRE regatta in Palma provided an unexpected opportunity to explore the world of keelboat racing...

Jac Bailing & Ben Sinfield sending it on a breezy day at the 29er Worlds 2026 (c) Sander van der Borch Photography

Welsh youth sailors impress on world stage

Top level results at international 29er and 420 championships

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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.