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RYA Pathway Club
Queen Mary Sailing Club is an RYA Pathway Club
What is a Pathway Club?
The RYA is recognising clubs that deliver regular, high-quality race training in British Youth Sailing classes. At QMSC, this includes Topper, Techno, RS Tera, RS Feva and ILCA.
This new approach replaces the previous regional and national squad structure. Instead of progressing from club sailing into RTGs, young sailors will now develop through their club and Class Associations. This gives QMSC the opportunity to build a strong youth racing programme, helping sailors compete at events across the country while representing Queen Mary Sailing Club.
The Pathway
As an RYA Pathway Club, QMSC benefits from:
- An RYA Racing Tutor to support pathway development
- Discounted coach development courses, including the RYA Race Coach Level 2 course for racers and instructors aged 16+
- Access to RYA coaching resources and advice
- Selection opportunities for Zone Championships and regional events
The pathway programme focuses on these youth groups:
- Ospreys (entry level: Stage 3 or equivalent)
- Race Squad (selected from Ospreys)
- Windsurf Race Squad (selected by the Chief Windsurf)
To join one of our youth pathways, visit our Junior (8-17) Weekend Sailing & Youth Windsurfing pages.
Youth Select Membership
Youth Sailing or Windsurfing membership is available for ages 8–15, giving you the choice to develop as either sailors or windsurfers while enjoying a wide range of included benefits. Members have access to youth boats and boards, including Toppers, Fevas and RS Tera, with progression opportunities into ILCA classes.
Pathway coaching activities are included at no extra cost, with sessions such as Aqua Foxes (Stage 2), Ospreys (Stage 3) and the QM Race Squad for sailors, alongside Skimmers, Shredders and Race Squad sessions for windsurfers.
Membership also offers a 25% saving on all RYA courses, a 50% discount on RYA Start Racing course. Free use of wetsuits, helmets and buoyancy aids. With no maintenance or insurance costs to worry about, plus ongoing support and advice from an expert team, it’s a simple, hassle-free way to get on the water and progress with confidence.
Junior Open Series
Queen Mary is hosting a junior open series for all junior sailors in the area. taking part in the spring and summer opens qualifies you for winning the overall series, with a higher chance of winning if you compete in both!
Spring Junior Open - May 9th 2026
Summer Junior Open - July 11th 2026
Autumn Junior Open - The Junior Bloody Mary (Pursuit Race) - October 17th 2026
Start Racing (3-day course)
3 day course from 0930 to 1630 - An introduction to dinghy racing
Includes boat handling, race starts, mark rounding and theory