Sailing for All Abilities
Sailing for All Abilities
Sailing offers people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds the opportunity to enjoy being on the water, develop new skills and participate in recreational or competitive sailing. Australian Sailing is committed to making the sport welcoming, accessible and inclusive so everyone can experience the benefits of sailing.
Clubs and class associations play an important role in creating environments where people of all abilities feel welcome, can participate in ways that suit their needs and interests, and have opportunities to progress through the sport.
Creating an Accessible & Inclusive Club
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SailabilitySailability programs help people of all abilities experience sailing by providing additional support, dedicated volunteers and, where available, suitable boats and equipment. Clubs offering Sailability can provide an accessible introduction to the sport, opportunities for social connection and pathways into recreational or competitive sailing. |
State Sailability Organisation
Contact your state or territory Sailability organisation to learn more about existing programs and opportunities to establish or develop a program at your club.
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Resources
Explore the following resources to help your organisation improve accessibility, support participants and develop inclusive sailing opportunities.
| Including Autistic Children in Tackers |
| Social Script for Tackers at the Beach |
| Social Script for Tackers at an Inland Lake |
Further Information
Explore courses and practical resources to help your club improve accessibility, support sailors of all abilities and create inclusive sailing experiences.
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Accessiblity Champion Course Build your confidence and understanding of accessibility to help create more inclusive community sporting environments. |
Disability Inclusion Resources Explore practical resources to help your club improve accessibility and support participation for participants of all abilities. |
Intellectual Disability Factsheet Learn practical coaching strategies to support athletes with intellectual disability and create positive, inclusive sporting experiences. |








