Supporting clubs 

Affiliated clubs and class associations, and the volunteers within them, are the bedrock of sailing, powerboating and inland boating in the UK. 

The RYA works to support clubs in a number of ways including

Legal and administrative advice on the running of clubs

•     Child protection/CRB checks
•     Health & Safety Advice
•     Disability Discrimination advice
•    In-house lawyers familiar with club issues

Support for club race management

•     Locally based rules advisors
•     Easy to use disputes process
•     Online Portsmouth Yardstick

Supporting club growth with advice and help on

•     Where to find grant aid and other funds
•     Setting up training courses and events