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Get up close to the action: Sail and spectate the Clipper Race Start

15 Jul 25

Boost for young sailors as RYA announces youth and junior class investment

04 Sep 25

RYA Northern Ireland Cruising Conference: Register here

03 Sep 25

Applications open for Nominated and Independent Director role on RYA Northern Ireland board

02 Sep 25

Reflections On Water

A campaign shining a light on you

Reflections on Water is about all the people, clubs and communities who make our waters so vibrant while addressing the barriers that prevent others from joining in.

About the RYA

The Royal Yachting Association is the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft, and is a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising in the UK.

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Supporting people who love being on the water, join a community of over 100,000 like-minded members and enjoy exclusive benefits while protecting the sport you love.

ICC Application

The International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft is intended to provide evidence of competence when requested by officials in foreign countries. It is historically known as the International Certificate of Competence.