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1) Try a new watersport If you’ve ever fancied swapping sail for power or a board for a foil, there’s no better excuse than a new year to embrace a fresh challenge. Our easy ...
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RYA Northern Ireland gets ready for Cruising Conference
The Conference, which includes an interesting line-up of speakers, will take place on Saturday 28 January 2023. Tickets prices are £30-£35 and include a two-course lunch. On the day there will be sessions with ...
Spotlight Feature Jack Kennedy
He understands what it’s like for those who are joining the sport for the first time and has made it his goal to tailor training to their needs. In a special feature, Jack reflects ...
European Council to lift border controls with Croatia
The European Council have announced that from 01 January 2023 checks on persons at internal land and sea borders between Croatia and the other countries in the Schengen Area will be lifted. Checks at ...
40 years of the European Boating Association
Founded in 1982, the European Boating Association (EBA) has been marking its 40th anniversary with a look back on some of its achievement and milestone events. From maritime tourism to the future means of ...
Applications open for RYA Team Racing Nationals
The RYA National Team Racing Championship is back with teams invited to get set for the return of the event at Spinnaker Sailing Club this autumn. The championship was blown off in 2019 due ...
RYA proposals for further Returned Goods Relief policy changes refused by Government
At a recent meeting with HMRC (14 December 2022), the RYA, British Marine, Association of Brokers and Yacht Agents, and the Cruising Association were informed of the Government’s decision to reject a proposal by ...
RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show set to inspire as first speakers announced
The 2023 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show (25-26 February 2023) is set to showcase a world of on-water possibilities as the first of its guest speakers are unveiled today. Expert advice and motivation are ...
End of year reflection… and optimism for 2023
As we reflect on the many achievements of our sport and boating community during the last year, it is clear that UK boating has seen a huge surge in popularity as we all adapt ...
Northern Ireland Blog December 2022
This news is for club committee members and club members – anyone who is interested in what work the RYA is doing in NI – please share. Dear Boating Community, The team and I ...