About the conference
The day is a fantastic opportunity for you to meet and network with other clubs, share ideas and success stories and discuss the current issues that are having an impact, both in clubs and the sport more widely. Places for this conference are free with lunch and refreshments provided at no cost. Due to limited capacity pre-booking is essential, so get in early to avoid disappointment.
This year's conferences are about 'Putting people first'. That means understanding what your members, volunteers and new sailors need, and putting that at the forefront of your decision making. Whether you want to grow your membership, increase your volunteer base, develop your instructors and race coaches or simply get better at retaining members of all ages, interests and abilities, you will leave with the ideas and information you need to make it happen.
The events include regional updates, guest speakers, and a suite of workshops and update sessions focusing on the key areas of your region's RYA Regional Plan, plus time for plenty of networking to ensure you get as much out of your day as possible. Find out too about the latest volunteer research the RYA has been conducting, as well as hearing lots of interesting case studies from clubs like yours.
Take a look at the conference agenda for the full range of workshops and speakers. This event is perfect for committee members, and we would love to see at least two people from each club come along. It would also be great if one of your club contingent could be an Affiliated Clubs Conference first-timer. If you would like more than four people from your club to attend please email steve.mitchell@rya.org.uk to confirm availability.
The day will be hosted by your Regional Development Officer Steve Mitchell and if you have any questions about the event please do not hesitate to drop them an email to steve.mitchell@rya.org.uk
We look forward to seeing you!
Kind regards,
Steve Mitchell
Regional Development Officer