RYA Training Conference

Supported by Gallagher

Friday 21 February 2025 | Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre

The RYA Training Conference supported by Gallagher is our annual conference for RYA instructors, appointment holders and training centre principals.

Join us for the latest updates from the RYA and wider industry, with the added opportunity to connect with other delegates. Discover more about the conference through our agenda and session descriptions.

Join us, in-person or listen-in online, and be inspired!

Following your feedback, this year, with upwards of 35 different topics, we aim to give you as much choice as possible so you can customise your experience.

There will be a choice of longer sessions taking a deeper dive into topics, and shorter (15-minute) carousel talks to pick up bite-sized top tips. We know how much the networking is valued so have included plenty of opportunity to catch up with old friends and to make new contacts.

Attend in-person

In-person conference bookings open on 28 October 2024 and close on 3 February 2025.

Listen-in online

Listening-in conference bookings open on 25 November 2024 and close on 18 February 2025.

attendees smiling as they listen to a a lecture about training in sailing (probably sailors)

Attendees listening with rapt attention about sailing and training

wide shot of a large crowd of attendees at last years training conference

candid shot of an exhibitor talking to an attendee about the amazing things going on in sailing and training

Prices

Rate for the day is £92, which includes a delicious buffet lunch, teas and coffees, and a drinks reception to finish.

Due to the limited capacity of the venue, we advise registering early to secure your place and avoid disappointment.

2025 Highlights

Learn more about the RYA’s role in the Clean Water Sports Alliance with Phil Horton, RYA Environmental Sustainability Manager
Listen in to Frank Fletcher as he shares the lessons The Ellen MacArthur Trust have learned as they work on building inclusivity
Work with other Trainers to check and refresh your instructor course programme
Explore how connecting with our blue spaces can enhance your student’s experience afloat with Myles Farnbank
Embrace #DigitalFirst across the RYA schemes to ensure your practical and shorebased courses are fit for the future
Find out about the proposed Sport and Pleasure Code and how the changes will affect your centre with the RYA’s Niall McLeod.

Delegates will receive an exclusive conference discount on RYA Publications, saving up to 50% on books and eBooks.

Training Conference agenda, speakers, and sessions

Browse our conference agenda and speakers to see what we will be covering throughout the day.