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Southampton International Boat Show 2025 is back with discounted RYA Member tickets

27 May 25

Exclusive limited time offer – tickets now live

RYA becomes the Official Community Impact Partner for the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Portsmouth

RYA named Official Community Impact Partner for Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Portsmouth

05 Jun 25

New British Sailing Talent Academies open for applications

04 Jun 25

RYA Award winners Sheila and John Robinson from Ullswater Yacht Club

Family, friendship and 40 years of giving back

03 Jun 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.

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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.