Boating is so accessible - Afterall it is one of the few sports that creates a level playing field, whoever the sailor is...

A few key points to consider:-

COMMUNICATION = SUCCESS

- Never assume anything, just ask.

- Emphasise the ability, NOT the disability

- Offer empathy, NOT sympathy

- Build trust

- Learn very basic sign language

Useful downloads:-

 Top 10 tips for teaching people with disabilities

RYA Sailabilty awareness training:-

Syllabus contains:

- The needs of sailors with disabilities

- Improving communication skills

- The use of current terminology to explain disability

- The use of specialist equipment & adaptations

- Moving, handling and transfer techniques.