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RestartSailing Regatta 1
he RestartSailing Group came together at the start of C19 pandemic lockdown, with the sailing community working together to help get sailing restarted once restrictions were eased to allow a return to the water. Two of the key objectives of RestartSailing have been to support activity to get people back to sailing at their local clubs and supporting the marine trade, so we are pleased to announce the inaugural RestartSailing Regatta on 30th August
Published 13:27 on 9 Jun 2020
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RestartSailing Webinar 2
3 part webinar with Self Coaching guru, Jon Emmett and #restartSailing Founder Simon Lovesey, explore how this new C19 sailing world is evolving. Stand by for a special announcement tomorrow, via Facebook Live Wednesday 27th May 2020, 3rd June and 10th June https://www.facebook.com/restartsailracing/videos/
Published 18:40 on 4 Jun 2020
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#RestartSailing Webinar - 1
3 part webinar with Self Coaching guru, Jon Emmett and #restartSailing Founder Simon Lovesey, explore how this new C19 sailing world is evolving. Wednesday 27th May 2020, 19:00 (BST), 3rd June, 10th June https://www.jonemmettsailing.co.uk/
Published 15:54 on 30 May 2020
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Restart Sailing Survey Findings
The UK government's easing of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions has brought relief to many aspects of life and, particularly certain sports. Sailing is one of those fortunate past-times that is now allowed in England, along with all other forms of watersports practiced on open waterways , including windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing, paddle-boarding and the use of privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority). Sarah Treseder, Royal
Published 10:10 on 21 May 2020
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RYA welcomes Government guidance on outdoor recreation
Enjoy the benefits of being outside, while protecting yourself and others The RYA has today welcomed Government guidance that sets out the key principles of enjoying the benefits of being outside, while protecting yourself and others from coronavirus. The risk of the coronavirus being passed on to others outdoors is considered to be low as long as people maintain social distancing . In England you can leave your
Published 20:28 on 13 May 2020
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Boating officially open says DEFRA
DEFRA has finally clarified some of the concerns about whether recreational boating was classed as permissible. In an update to its website this morning, the Government department says: "All forms of water sports practiced on open waterways, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing, paddle-boarding and the use of privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority) are allowed." The RYA is
Published 11:03 on 13 May 2020
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RYA and RNLI pave the way for safe return to boating
Safety is paramount as watersports are set to resume Following changes in Government guidance for England, which allow people to travel to the coast and use the water, the RYA is engaging with the RNLI and representatives from the ports and leisure marine industry to help ensure a safe return to recreational boating activity. The Government has announced that it wants to encourage people to spend time outdoors and
Published 18:46 on 12 May 2020
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RYA issues guidance for English Sailing Clubs
In response to Sunday's Government announcement that unlimited outdoor activity will be permitted in England, the RYA has issued guidance for English Affiliated Clubs that are considering a safe plan to restart their boating activity. The guidance has been created as part of the RYA's ongoing support for Affiliated Clubs during the Covid-19 pandemic. It includes advice on how clubs may be able to facilitate activity while minimising the risk of transmitting
Published 10:06 on 12 May 2020
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Sailing to Restart
Sunday's PM announcement on the easing of Covid-19 lockdown measure brought a pleasant surprise with grass roots activities including sailing given the go ahead to resume this week under self distancing measures. The media talk the previous week had been of a return of elite sport, including the Premier League being given priority. It seems that even with matches played behind closed doors, there are still many issues to be overcome, notwithstanding the need for
Published 06:13 on 12 May 2020
