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RYA videos that explain how people enjoy sailing regardless of a physical disability

by Magnus Smith 1 Dec 2023 23:59 UTC

These videos were produced by the RYA's Sailability team, and tell of how you can enjoy your time on the water regardless of a physical impairment.

You can find more videos by searching their channel for the word "sailability" - youtube.com/@RYA1875/search?query=sailability - as there are lots more on Paralympic racing events, sailing club guidelines, and webinars.

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