The RYA has been busy: here’s a quick round up of what’s new

Double gifts in February with RYA Refer a Friend

Throughout February, RYA members are being encouraged to spread the word about the benefits of RYA Membership with their friends and family, and for every new member they refer that signs up they will receive not one, but two special thank you gifts – an RYA branded flask and RYA branded Overboard dry bag. New members will also enjoy a 25% discount on their first year’s membership. To find out, more visit here.

Earn a little extra in February with RYA Joining Point

Throughout February, RYA affiliated clubs, recognised training centres and marine organisations signed up to the RYA Joining Point programme can take advantage of double commission for every new RYA member they sign up. Joining Points will receive £20 commission for every family membership or £15 for every personal membership they sign up during the month, double the standard commission values, which can be fed back into their organisation. If you’re not already an RYA Joining Point, signing up is completely free and easy to do, simply visit rya.org.uk/go/joiningpoint to get started.

RYA release new edition of best-selling tactics title

The much anticipated, third edition of RYA Tactics is now available to purchase in both print (G40) and eBook (E-G40) formats. Written by race strategist and Olympic Coach, Mark Rushall, it’s essential reading for those looking to win their next race on the water. New material includes expert advice on analysing weather conditions, high-speed racing, and positioning as strategy. It also discusses strategy building and looks at all parts of the race in detail, recommending specific tactics for each stage. RYA Tactics costs £17.99 (RRP) and is available to buy on the RYA web shop or through the RYA Books App. RYA members can take advantage of a 15% discount on all RYA publications. Alternatively, download the eBook via Apple Books or Google Play Books.