Join us for an evening with the RYA London & South East team hosted by Steve Mitchell at Island Barn Reservoir Sailing Club to share valuable insights and take away practical tools to strengthen your activities for the future. 

Open to all RYA-affiliated clubs, classes and organisations, these free workshops will begin at 7pm with a short plenary session full of the latest updates. Next, attendees will explore one of the following topics before a group wrap up at the end of the session.  

Engaging and Retaining Juniors and Families 
Explore practical ways to attract, engage, and retain young sailors and their families. Learn how structured training, the RYA OnBoard programme, transitioning to a racing pathway and volunteering opportunities can create a sense of belonging and progression. Leaving with actionable steps to build a thriving junior membership. 

There will be time to enjoy some informal networking for 45 mins before the session as well as during a short break. Light refreshments will be available throughout the event, such as tea, coffee and biscuits.  

Do come along with more than one representative from your organisation, where possible, to make the most of the opportunities provided.  

The majority of our venues are accessible. However, if you have any specific requirements, please let us know when booking. 

If you have any questions in the meantime, please get in touch by contacting Steve Mitchell. 

Regardless of which region your organisation is based in, you are welcome to join any of our RYA Connected Workshops. Take a look at the other regional overviews or the RYA Events page. 

We look forward to seeing you!