Stage schedules
From performance skills and technical know-how, to wellbeing, racing rules and career pathways, our talks schedule offers something for every age, ability and discipline.
There are three stages, the Sunsail Main Stage, Knowledge Zone and the NEW NextGen Zone for young sailors and riders. All wiill be packed with content, with show hosts Lee Timothy, Rafferty Read, James Hardy and Mia Adcock on hand to guide you through.
British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters will also be covering a number of talks throughout the weekend. All talks are marked on the schedule with (BSL) or you can check in at the Para Sailing Hub (K6) to find out more.
Find out more about our speakers.
*All talks and timings may be subject to change
Quick links
Saturday
Sunsail Main Stage | Knowledge Zone | NextGen Zone
Sunday
Sunsail Main Stage | Knowledge Zone | NextGen Zone
Saturday
Sunsail Main Stage
| 10.15 - 11.00 | Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series prize giving (BSL) |
| 11.00 - 11.45 | Sunsail's Funding the Future initiative Find out how you can win up to £6,000 of funding for your club! |
| 11.45 - 12.30 | Pathway to success (BSL) Four-time Paralympian and triple World Champion sailor, Hannah Stodel joins top British para and youth sailors as they reflect on a standout year, from record breaking achievements to World Championship golds. |
| 12.30 - 13.15 | The starting line for growth As we celebrate milestone anniversaries for some RYA National Classes, Dougal Henshall, explores how they’ve shaped the world’s most diverse dinghy scenes. |
| 13.15 - 14.00 | Eyes, apps, then eyes again Expert meteorologist, Simon Rowell and iQFOiL coach, Sam Ross, delve into the visual weather cues every sailor should know. |
| 14.00 - 14.45 | How Champions rise World Champions, Emma Wilson and Andy Brown, along with Islay Watson and coach Sam Ross, share inspiration, resilience and the journey to the 2026 iQFOiL Worlds in Weymouth & Portland. |
| 14.45 - 15.30 | Small boats, big escapes - adventures in dinghy cruising Simon Conway and Roger Barnes, discuss their sailing adventures. Later joined by, Steve White, to launch the new RYA Dinghy Trails, helping you discover scenic routes and freedom on the water. |
| 15.30 - 16.15 | Champions on the charge (BSL) We bring you an exclusive update from inside the Emirates GBR SailGP Team as they kick off their Championship title defence this season, and share what's in store when the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix returns to Portsmouth this July. With special guests SailGP commentators Stevie Morrison and Hannah Diamond. |
| 16.00 - 16.30 | Athena Pathway - foiling into the future Find out about opportunities for young sailors to get into foiling and the wider Athena Pathway programme with Youth AC sailor, Matt Beck. |
| 16.30 - 17.00 | Treasure Hunt prize giving (BSL) |
| 17.00 - 17.30 | Yachting Journalists' Association Awards (BSL) The Yachting Journalists’ Association will be unveiling the winners of its coveted Yachtsman of the Year and Young Sailor of the Year Awards for 2025. |
Knowledge Zone
| 11.00 - 11.45 | ILCA performance secrets James Parker-Mowbray takes a deep dive into the 5 skills that most sailors get wrong, and how to help you level up your ILCA speed and consistency. |
| 11.45 - 12.30 | From the numbers to the know-how Tom ‘Mozzy’ Morris and guests, discuss all things data and how to turn the numbers into better on-water decisions. |
| 12.30 - 13.15 | Wing racing is taking off! Hear from James Hardy, Rafferty Read and Tris Best on how to kick-start racing at your club, build an inclusive community and boost performance. |
| 13.15 - 14.00 | Getting the most from your boating budget (BSL) Adam McGovern and Susie Moore, explore smarter choices with your kit and practical ways to keep you on the water for less. |
| 14.00 - 14.45 | Talking as a team (BSL) Jonny McGovern, British Sailing Pathway Head Coach and special guests, reveal how clear effective communication between helm and crew can transform your performance. |
| 14.45 - 15.30 | 10 easy wins to improve your windsurfing Windsurfing legend, Peter Hart, is joined by British Sailing Team iQFOiL sailors, Emma Wilson, Andy Brown and Islay Watson, to identify the most common windsurfing mistakes and how to fix them. |
| 15.30 - 16.15 | Sail setting for speed Show favourite, Michael McNamara, gives you exclusive hands on tips to improve your sailing set-up this season. |
| 16.15 - 17.00 | Paddle power - equipment choices and technique tips Paddleboarding and fitness expert, Holly Bassett, covers board choice, kit and essential paddle techniques helping beginners and improvers paddle smarter and stronger. |
NextGen Zone
| 11.00 - 11.45 | Protest like a pro Join Sian Reynolds and Izze Webb for an interactive session, designed to boost your understanding of racing rules and confidence to protest effectively. |
| 11.45 - 12.15 | Power of the group British Sailing Pathway Head Coach, Jonny McGovern is joined by British Sailing Team iQFOiL sailors, Emma Wilson, Andy Brown and Islay Watson, to talk about how the environment you create in your group or club can influence your success. |
| 12:15 - 12.30 | Meet and greet Come and say hello to British Sailing Team iQFOiL sailors, Emma Wilson, Andy Brown and Islay Watson. |
| 12.30 - 13.30 | Without limits - where skills become careers Hosted by Hannah Diamond, Chair of the RYA’s Female Futures Group, this session gives young sailors a chance to connect with people across the marine world, explore a range of career opportunities, and discover what to do or learn. |
| 13.30 - 14.15 | Exploring performing under pressure Join Sports Psychologist, Kirstie Urwin (Sun) and Performance Lifestyle Coach Tom Evans (Sat & Sun) as they unpack mindset techniques that build confidence, resilience, and strong on‑water decision‑making under pressure. |
| 14.15 - 15.00 | Boat to board - why mixing it up makes better sailors Trying different disciplines builds transferable skills and makes you a faster, more adaptable sailor. Hear from the British Sailing Team's top ranked Formula Kite riders about their journey from boat to board. |
| 15.00 - 15.45 | Prepare, recover, perform (BSL) In this interactive session, Holly Bassett, helps you learn how to activate, recover and look after your body to make the most of your time on the water. |
| 15.45 - 16.30 | Progress faster on the foil An expert-led boardsports session with James Hardy, Rafferty Read and Sam Ross, focused on easy wins that translate across speed, jumps, waves, downwind and gybes. |
| 16.30 - 17.15 | Training with purpose British Sailing Pathway Head Coach, Jonny McGovern, offers advice on how to review your performance, set goals and plan smarter training. |
Sunday
Sunsail Main Stage
| 11.00 - 11.45 | Closing the loop - circular solutions for kit and equipment Explore how sailing can embrace circularity to reduce waste and protect our waters. |
| 11.45 - 12.30 | Pathway to success (BSL) Four-time Paralympian and triple World Champion sailor, Hannah Stodel joins top British para and youth sailors as they reflect on a standout year, from record breaking achievements to World Championship golds. |
| 12.30 - 13.15 | The starting line for growth As we celebrate milestone anniversaries for some RYA National Classes, Dougal Henshall, explores how they’ve shaped the world’s most diverse dinghy scene. |
| 13.15 - 14.00 | Eyes, apps, then eyes again Expert meteorologist, Simon Rowell and iQFOiL coach, Sam Ross, delve into the visual weather cues every sailor should know. |
| 14.00 - 14.45 | How champions rise World Champions, Emma Wilson and Andy Brown, along with Islay Watson and coach Sam Ross, share inspiration, resilience and the journey to the 2026 iQFOiL Worlds in Weymouth & Portland. |
| 14.45 - 15.30 | Small boats, big esacpes - adventures in dinghy cruising Simon Conway and Roger Barnes, discuss their sailing adventures. Later joined by, Steve White, to launch the new RYA Dinghy Trails, helping you discover scenic routes and freedom on the water. |
| 15.30 - 16.00 | Champions on the charge (BSL) We bring you an exclusive update from inside the Emirates GBR SailGP Team as they kick off their Championship title defence this season, sharing what's in store when the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix returns to Portsmouth this July. With special guest SailGP Chief Umpire Craig Mitchell. |
| 16.00 - 16.30 | Treasure Hunt prize giving (BSL) |
Knowledge Zone
| 11.00 - 11.45 | Paddle power - equipment choices and technique tips Paddleboarding and fitness expert, Holly Bassett, covers board choice, kit and essential paddle techniques helping beginners and improvers to paddle smarter and stronger. |
| 11.45 - 12.30 | From the numbers to the know-how Tom ‘Mozzy’ Morris and guests, discuss all things data and how to turn the numbers into better on water decisions. |
| 12.30 - 13.15 | Wing racing is taking off! Hear from James Hardy, Rafferty Read and Tris Best, on how to kick-start racing at your club, build an inclusive community and boost performance. |
| 13.15 - 14.00 | Getting the most from your boating budget (BSL) Adam McGovern and Susie Moore, explore smarter choices with your kit and practical ways to keep you on the water for less. |
| 14.00 - 14.45 | Talking as a team (BSL) Jonny McGovern, British Sailing Pathway Head Coach and special guests, reveal how clear effective communication between helm and crew can transform your performance. |
| 14.45 - 15.30 | ILCA performance secrets James Parker-Mowbray, takes a deep dive into the 5 skills that most sailors get wrong, helping you level up your ILCA speed and consistency. |
| 15.30 - 16.15 | Sail setting for speed Show favourite, Michael McNamara, gives you exclusive hands on tips to improve your sailing set-up this season. |
NextGen Zone
| 11.00 - 11.45 | Protest like a pro (BSL) Join Sian Reynolds and Izze Webb for an interactive session, designed to boost your understanding of racing rules and confidence to protest effectively. |
| 11.45 - 12.15 | Power of the group British Sailing Pathway Head Coach, Jonny McGovern is joined by British Sailing Team iQFOiL sailors, Emma Wilson, Andy Brown and Islay Watson, to talk about how the environment you create in your group or club can influence your success. |
| 12.15 - 12.30 | Meet and greet Come and say hello to British Sailing Team iQFOiL sailors, Emma Wilson, Andy Brown and Islay Watson. |
| 12.30 - 13.30 | Without limits - where skills become careers Hosted by Jess Libby, RYA 420 Youth Squad Lead Coach, Advanced Research Engineer and member of the RYA’s Female Futures Group, this session gives young sailors a chance to connect with people across the marine world, explore a range of career opportunities, and discover what to do or learn. |
| 13.30 - 14.15 | Exploring performing under pressure Join Sports Psychologist, Kirstie Urwin (Sun) and Performance Lifestyle Coach Tom Evans (Sat & Sun) as they unpack mindset techniques that build confidence, resilience, and strong on‑water decision‑making under pressure. |
| 14.15 - 15.00 | Boat to board - why mixing it up makes better sailors Trying different disciplines builds transferable skills and makes you a faster, more adaptable sailor. Hear from the British Sailing Team's top ranked Formula Kite riders about their journey from boat to board. |
| 15.00 - 15.45 | Prepare, recover, perform (BSL) In this interactive session, Holly Bassett, helps you learn how to activate, recover and look after your body to make the most of your time on the water. |
| 15.45 - 16.30 | Progress faster on the foil An expert-led boardsports session with James Hardy and Rafferty Read, focused on easy wins that translate across speed, jumps, waves, downwind and gybes. |
(BSL) - a British Sign Language interpreter will be covering this talk
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RYA members and children 15 and under go free! Adult tickets start at £15, buy in advance and save.
