More than 300 sailing venues get set to Push the Boat Out

by RYA on 11 Apr 2015 No fewer than 320 sailing venues across the UK will be giving people of all ages and abilities, the opportunity to get on the water and discover a new sport this May as part of RYA Push the Boat Out 2015 (09-17 May).

RYA Push the Boat Out is a nationwide event which will see clubs and centres opening their doors to offer free or low cost sailing and windsurfing ‘have a go’ taster sessions. For the first time ever it will be running over nine days.

“We’re delighted to have so many clubs and centres signed up for this year’s PTBO which we hope will inspire even more people to get afloat. With two weekends and five weekdays there will be even more events showcasing what our sport has to offer from the freedom of being on the water to the fact that sailing really is inclusive and accessible” explains RYA Club Support Advisor, Jackie Bennetts.

“RYA Push the Boat Out is all about people connecting with their local sailing club or provider and discovering just how easy it is to get involved so why not tell all your non-sailing friends and family to give it go! You can find all events, venues and dates using the brand new Push the Boat Out event finder with map on the PTBO website”.

Each open day or taster session will be different depending on the venue but all you need to bring is suitable clothing, soft soled shoes and maybe a waterproof depending on the weather. The clubs and centres will provide everything else you need. Booking is essential for some of the events.

In 2014, the nation’s sailing clubs gained more than 1,000 personal memberships through Push the Boat Out with more than 500 families also becoming members of the clubs they visited.