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INTRODUCTION Sailability began in Australia in 1991. Sailability is a non-profit organisation dedicated to increasing sailing opportunities for all disabled people, regardless of age, ability or sailing experience. Australian disabled sailors have competed here and overseas in Hobie catamarans, Yinglings, 2.4mRs, Sonars and Access dinghies.
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| Patrons of Sailability include HRH Princess Anne, Kay Cottee AO, John Bertrand and David Adams. Sailability enjoys support from State and sporting authorities such as NSW Academy of Sport. Sailability works closely with a variety of disability organisations around Australia, ensuring that people with disabilities have the opportunity to sail in safety and experience adventure and freedom - building mobility, self confidence and pride through achievement. | |
SAILABILITY IN MANLY In Manly, Sailability is integrated into Manly Yacht Club. Our sailing days provide social sailing with some opportunities for competition for our more able sailors. We currently have 8 Access dinghies. The Access Dinghy design features allow total novices of any ability to sail. On Wednesdays during the sailing season, the following groups enjoy sailing from MYC:
SAILING SCHEDULE Click on the following link MYC Calendar. ELIGIBILITY People of all abilities are welcome to join our group. Please call Eli Demeny (02) 9976-2747 if you are interested or are taking care of a disabled person. VOLUNTEERS The number and quality of our sailing days is dependent on an excellent team of willing volunteers. We welcome all volunteers but particularly those who have knowledge of sailing or have the qualifications to drive a power rescue boat. If you are able to assist please contact one of the following: - • Patrick Alexander (02) 9971 5988 • Peter Hamilton (02) 9975-1434 • Bob Ronai (02) 9983 9057 • Eli Demeny (02) 9976 2747 • Evelyn Shervington (02) 9976 2134 WEBSITE Visit our website at www.manlysailability.com.au |
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