Women on Water - May 2026

Are you a woman looking to get into sailing or already taking part?

May is the perfect time to get out on the water, build confidence, and connect with a community of women who love sailing, windsurfing, and watersports. At Queen Mary Sailing Club, there’s a full calendar of welcoming, beginner-friendly and progression-focused events designed to help more women give it a go—whether you’re completely new or looking to sharpen your skills.

The month kicks off with Spelthorne Watersports Day on Monday 4th May, offering half-price taster sessions across a range of activities. It’s an easy, low-pressure way to try something new, bring friends along, and discover what you enjoy on the water.

For those interested in racing or teamwork, the May-Hem Keelboat Cup on Saturday 23rd May is a fantastic opportunity—especially with a call for an all-female crew. Free for Keelboat Select and Multi-Select members, this event is ideal if you want to build confidence, develop racing skills, and experience the buzz of competition in a supportive environment.

Then, on Saturday 30th May, there’s something for everyone. The Windsurf Open Day opens the door to anyone curious about getting started, with taster sessions and expert guidance available throughout the day. Alongside it, Wing Fest brings together enthusiasts, top brands, and industry experts for a vibrant celebration of wing surfing and wing foiling—perfect for inspiration, learning, and meeting others in the sport.

Whether you’re stepping onto the water for the first time or looking to take your sailing further, May at Queen Mary Sailing Club is all about opportunity, encouragement, and community. Bring a friend, try something new, and be part of the growing movement of women making waves on the water.

Fancy getting on the water in a friendly safe environment with likeminded women?

This is for you!

QMSC is looking to take women's sailing forward and drive an increase in women's membership. While programmes for women exist higher up the ability level such as the Magenta Project. QMSC is looking to increase the number of women learning how to sail and sticking with the sport.

Courses & Training

All Courses are bookable at the bottom of the page.

Women's Keelboating Day

With these successful days entering their third year, they are ever popular! Come and get sailing with a group of like minded women supported by female instructors.Open to all abilities, beginner to advanced. Book at the bottom of the page.

Women's Keelboat Racing Day!

Get out on the water for a day of race training with like minded women. The morning will be spent on race training exercises with an afternoon race series to get competitive.A great opportunity to develop as a women's racing team.

Access to Women's kit

QMSC is aiming to improve the access to women's kit, by introducing the following:

• Women's wetsuit section
• Women's salopettes in many sizes.
• Good spray tops available to cover your wetsuit.