We are privileged to take part in a sport where recreational
participation and competition is not bias towards a specific gender, age or
level of physical ability. One of RYA Scotland’s four values is Inclusivity.
This lies at the forefront of all activity either within
Participation and Development, Coaching and Qualifications or Performance.
RYA Scotland is passionate about existing within a healthy
community which promotes physical activity and mental wellbeing. Figures tell
us that women and girls are less likely to participate in physical activity
from the age of 13 onwards. RYA Scotland want to ensure this figure is not
reflected within the sailing and boating community in the future.
To create a more diverse sport, RYA Scotland cannot make
this difference alone. We need to collaborate with others who have the drive
and determination to explore ideas and opportunities to increase the activity
of women within the sailing community. Welcome to the Pioneer Project…
The Pioneer Project is in its early stages of development
and more information will be released soon. However for now we are very excited
to introduce you to the team:
Pioneers;
Sarah Green from Prestwick Sailing Club
Emma Hepplewhite from Sailingfast, Paddlefast and Loch
Lomond Sailing Club
Alice Lawrie from Castle Semple Sailing Club
Sami Poole from Port Edgar Watersports
Robyn Phillips from Aberdeen Sailing Trust and Aberdeen and
Stonehaven Yacht Club
Ann Roy from Helensburgh Sailing Club and Clyde Cruising
Club
Zoe Robinson from Cove Sailing Club
Youth Pioneers;
Oban Duncan from Sailing and Cruising Scotland and
Lancashire Powerboat racing club
Robyn Francis from Dundee Sailing Club
Max McLean from Glencoe Boat Club
Alison McDermott from Isle of Bute Sailing Club
Anna Miller from Annandale Sailing Club
Watch this space for more information and how you could get
involved in future project and initiatives…
If you want to inform us of something you are currently
doing and you wish to share with our Pioneer Team please contact us via the
office email: admin@ryascotland.org.uk