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Sail Our Way Case Study: Concord Ryde Sailing Club
Sail Our Way Case Study: Concord Ryde Sailing Club
Club: Concord Ryde Sailing Club
Location: Putney, NSW
Contact: Carolyn Talbot | cltalbot@optusnet.com.au
About the project
Concord Ryde Sailing Club (CRSC) delivered a new program, Building Capacity of Women and Girls, a two-part initiative designed to develop skills, build confidence, and support long-term participation pathways for women and girls in sailing.
The first event was a skills development and coaching session held on 13 December 2025. Delivered by an Australian Sailing qualified female instructor, the session focused on improving starting techniques and light wind sailing through targeted on-water drills. The session was supported by three volunteers and a club powerboat, providing a structured and supportive learning environment.
The second event focused on building instructor capacity, with funding used to support two young women in completing their Dinghy Instructor qualifications. Both participants had been assistant instructors at the club for several seasons and regularly contributed to the delivery of Australian Sailing Start Sailing 1 and Start Sailing 2 programs.
Participation
- 8 participants in the coaching session
- 2 participants undertaking instructor training
- 1 qualified instructor and 3 volunteers supporting delivery
Outcomes and impact
The program supported both immediate skill development and long-term capacity building within the club:
- Skill development: Participants built confidence in starting techniques and light wind sailing through structured coaching and on-water drills.
- Confidence and progression: Women and girls developed greater confidence on the water and in their sailing abilities.
- Pathway development: Two young women progressed towards becoming fully qualified Dinghy Instructors, strengthening female leadership pathways within the club.
- Increased accessibility: The addition of qualified female instructors will help make future programs more welcoming and accessible for women and girls.
How the funding helped
The Sail Our Way grant enabled CRSC to employ an experienced, Australian Sailing qualified female instructor to deliver the on-water training session and to support two young women in completing their instructor qualifications. This funding was critical in both enhancing the quality of instructing delivered and building long-term capability within the club.
