Looking for the perfect Christmas present for the sailor, powerboater or watersports enthusiast in your life? From practical books and eBook subscriptions to training vouchers and stocking fillers, we’ve rounded up our favourite boating and sailing gifts to suit every budget and experience level.

Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned sailor or someone just starting their journey on the water, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in our boating Christmas gift guide. Start your Christmas shopping with the RYA today.

New releases

Give the gift of knowledge with one of our latest titles.

RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Notes

Recently updated with expanded guidance on motor cruising, voyage planning and practical coastal navigation.

RYA Safety Boat

An essential guide to safety boat operations, covering preparation, communication, and rescue techniques for sailing and watersports environments.

RYA Boat Handling for Sail and Power

This practical seamanship guide turns close-quarters boat handling in marinas and harbours into repeatable routines by teaching how wind, tide/current, prop walk, and momentum actually move a boat.

Recommended reading

Essential reading for anyone looking to improve their boating knowledge and confidence.

RYA Weather Handbook

A clear and practical guide to understanding weather systems, forecasts and their impact on boating.

RYA Collision Regulations

Understand the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) with clear explanations and detailed illustrations.

Reeds Nautical Almanac 2027

The trusted annual reference for sailors and motorboaters, packed with navigation data, harbour information, tide tables and safety guidance.    

Racing books

Help them get ahead on the race course with titles designed to build confidence, sharpen tactics and improve race results.

RYA Tactics

A practical guide to race strategy, helping sailors make better decisions before and during a race to gain a competitive edge.

RYA Racing Rules of Sailing 2025-2028

The essential rulebook for competitive sailors, club and race officials, containing the latest racing regulations.

RYA Handy Guide to the Racing Rules

This pocket guide is a concise, easy-to-follow reference that explains the key racing rules in a simple and accessible format.

Stocking fillers

Looking for a smaller gift? These practical and affordable favourites make ideal stocking fillers for sailors of all ages.

RYA Pocket Guide to Boating Knots

Learn the eight essential knots every boater should master with this compact and waterproof pocket-sized guide.

RYA Diary 2027

A popular annual diary designed for life on and off the water, with useful boating information throughout, including tide tables.

RYA Go! Sailing

Part of the popular RYA Go! series, this fun and engaging book is perfect for inspiring younger sailors to get out on the water.

eBooks

Give the gift of  access to a library of expert boating knowledge. RYA eBooks include interactive features, videos and animations, while our annual eBook subscriptions ensure readers have access to the very latest relevant content for the RYA training schemes.

Simply select the relevant boating type or interest and give the gift of knowledge this year.

Vouchers

Not sure what to choose? Let them decide with an RYA Voucher.

Available in £10, £20, £50 and £100 denominations, vouchers can be redeemed on the RYA shop and at more than 300 RYA training centres worldwide. Whether they're booking a course, buying books or starting an eSubscription, they'll find something they'll love.

Save on your Christmas shopping with RYA membership

RYA members receive 15% off RYA books, plus access to exclusive discounts from more than 80 Member Reward Partners covering clothing, equipment, holidays, insurance and much more. Find out more about RYA membership and join today.

Looking for more sailing gift ideas? Browse hundreds of titles and other boating gifts on the RYA shop.