Queen's Award for Voluntary Service Recipient

Sailing for Everyone

Sharing the joy of sailing with people who have disabilities through recreation, training and racing at Rutland Water

Proudly honoured with the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service – the highest award for volunteer groups in the UK

Happy sailors at Rutland Sailability

Making Waves, Changing Lives

At Rutland Sailability, we believe everyone deserves to experience the freedom and joy of sailing. Based at the beautiful Rutland Water, we provide accessible sailing opportunities for people of all abilities.

Our dedicated team of volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that disability is never a barrier to enjoying the water. Whether you're looking for recreation, training, or competitive racing, we have something for everyone.

Fully Accessible Facilities
Trained Volunteers
RYA Approved Centre
Adapted Boats


Learn More About Us

What We Offer

Comprehensive sailing experiences tailored to individual needs and abilities

Adults with Disabilities

Regular sailing sessions designed for adults with physical or learning disabilities, providing both relaxation and adventure on the water.

Youngsters with Disabilities

Specially adapted programmes for young people, building confidence and skills while having fun in a safe environment.

RYA Training

Accredited Royal Yachting Association courses for all levels, from beginners to advanced sailors seeking qualifications.

Racing

Competitive sailing opportunities for those who want to test their skills against other sailors in a supportive environment.

Volunteer Opportunities

Join our amazing team of volunteers – no sailing experience needed! We provide full training and support.

Special Groups

Bespoke sessions for care homes, schools, and organisations looking to give their members a unique experience.

See Us in Action

Watch how we make sailing accessible and enjoyable for everyone

Our Fleet

A diverse range of boats adapted for all abilities

Hansa Fleet

Hansa Fleet

Stable, accessible dinghies perfect for beginners

SKUD 18

SKUD 18

Paralympic-class racing keelboat

RS 21

RS 21

Modern keelboat for group sailing

Drascombe Longboat

Drascombe Longboat

Traditional boat for group experiences

Ready to Set Sail?

Whether you want to try sailing for the first time, improve your skills, or volunteer with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Find Us

We're based at the beautiful Rutland Water

Get in Touch

Location

Rutland Sailing Club
Gibbet Lane, Edith Weston
Rutland, LE15 8HJ

Sailing Days

Thursday & Saturday
April to October

Email

Visit our contact page for enquiries