RYA Connected Workshops in the South West region
Join us to explore the topics that matter most to your organisation at a local level
Get set for the season ahead with our RYA Connected Workshops
Following on from the RYA Connected Conferences, we have lined up a series of free workshops during January and February 2026. Focused on coming together at a local level and exploring hot topics you’ve told us are important to you.
For 2026 we will be focusing on the following topics
- Embedding a safeguarding culture in your organisation
Safeguarding isn’t just a policy — it’s a culture.
Led by a designated Welfare Officer from your local Active Partnership, gain practical guidance on integrating safeguarding into every aspect of the organisation, from activities to governance. Share experiences with peers and learn how to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and empowered.
- Developing people: Local solutions for instructor training and development
Collaborate on practical, grassroots solutions for workforce development.
You’ll explore how to build local capacity, share best practices, and work together to create tailored workforce development plans that empower each organisation to run its own courses and shape its future.
- Strengthening your safety management systems
This session revisits what a robust safety management system looks like and helps you identify and address gaps.
Through shared best practices and real-world examples, you’ll leave with actionable ideas to enhance safety across all your on-water activities.
Hosted by the RYA South West team, these evenings will provide local opportunities for us to learn together. You’ll be able to catch up with the latest insights and take away actionable ideas to inform your planning and activities for the coming year and beyond.
Open to all RYA Affiliated clubs, classes and organisations, our 2½ hour workshops will focus on essential themes and include time for you to network with other attendees.
Check out all our upcoming workshops and book your place now, to make the most of these valuable opportunities for us to get together in person and;
- Gain valuable knowledge for your development planning
- Share experiences and best practice with peers
- Take home practical ideas to strengthen your organisation
- Meet your local RYA team and find out how they can help you
2026 programme
Saltash - 12 January 2026
Time: 19.00 – 20.30
Agenda:
- Safeguarding
Saltash - 14 January 2026
Time: 19.00 – 20.30
Agenda:
- Developing People
Saltash - 9 March 2026
Time: 19.00 – 20.30
Agenda:
- Safety Management Systems
Saltash - 12 March 2026
Time: 19.00 – 20.30
Agenda:
- Environmental Insights
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.
