What’s on? The virtual RYA Dinghy Show has something for everyone. Whether you are a seasoned pro or enjoy cruising around the harbour, you’ll find plenty of experts to guide you throughout the weekend.
forecast to help you on the water, whether you are a racer or cruiser, and Michael McNamara returns with his top tips on rigging for all conditions. Sailing Superstars Get your questions at the ready as we meet some of the Tokyo 2020 Team GB sailors on the Suzuki Main Stage and join RYA Racing Director Ian Walker as he chats with some of the biggest names in Olympic sailing. Get inspired and hear the inside story from Rio 2016 Nacra 17 gold medallist Santiago Lange, London 2012 Laser Radial gold medallist Xu Lijia, 1984 Finn gold medallist and America’s Cup star Russell Coutts and double gold medallist Shirley Robertson.
What’s on the Horizon? Don’t miss our first live talk at the start of the show when host Hannah Diamond, RYA Director of Sport Development Rob Clark and Lee Timothy from Rockley Watersports reflect on the impact the past year has had on sailing and windsurfing and the opportunities that lie ahead for our sport. Expert Tips Whatever your ability, you’ll find experts on hand to help you get the most out of your sailing. Mark Rushall will be talking tactics and explaining the new ‘Racing Rules of Sailing’, whilst performance psychologists Chelsea Orme and Suze Burton-Wylie will discuss how to manage stress and pressure whilst out racing. British Sailing Team meteorologist Simon Rowell returns to share his knowledge of how to use a
Throughout the show, the RYA will be on hand with a wealth of knowledge and information to help you get the most out of your time on the water…
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Ask the RYA RYA staff will be available to answer any questions you may have on club development and funding opportunities, support for clubs, training courses, legal information and general guidance.
