Barnt Green Sailing Club

Huge congratulations to our very own Fred on a fantastic weekend of racing! ⛵️💨

While we’ve missed him here at Barnt Green, Fred has been putting in the hard yards. After completing intense training at the ILCA skills weeks in Weymouth and Draycote, he headed to Paignton last weekend for the ILCA Rooster Regional Youth Series (South).

After Saturday’s racing was blown out by blustery conditions, Sunday turned into a grueling 4 race marathon. The wind started mild but quickly ramped up to a heavy 20 knots, with gusts pushing 25! 🌊

Despite being completely exhausted by the fourth race, Fred navigated the windward/leeward course brilliantly, pushing through the fatigue to secure an amazing 3rd place in the ILCA4 fleet, tying on points with 2nd! 🥉🔥

We are incredibly proud of your hard work, grit, and determination. Welcome home to Barnt Green for a well-earned rest!

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Training ,Saturday 26th - Sun 27th Sept

OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS AND MEMBERS

This course provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence.
It aims to teach boat handling and seamanship in powerboats. It focuses on low speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations. The course can be taken at an inland or coastal location. It may be conducted in a variety of boat types, both planing and displacement. The certificate issued will be endorsed to show the type of boat in which the training took place.

Book here: https://www.sailingbarntgreen.com/event/powerboat-level-2-course-march-2

A really successful Junior Training Week saw young sailors taking to the water to learn new skills and test their abilities in a variety of conditions. Thank you to the hard working Coaches and Instructors who's energy made it a really successful week.

HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Martin Wrigley and Bettine Harris on being crowned the 2026 470 World Champions! 🏆⛵️

We are absolutely thrilled to see Martin, who started his journey right here as a Barnt Green Optimist and youth sailor reach the pinnacle of the sport alongside Bettine. Going from the local sailing club to taking on the very best in the world is an incredibly inspiring journey for all our young sailors! 🌊🌍

A massive well done to our newly crowned World Champs. We are so excited for your future and can't wait to cheer you on as you set your sights on Los Angeles 2028! 🥇

British sailors Martin Wrigley and Bettine Harris have taken Gold in Japan and put them in a very strong position for the 2028 Olympics

Full article:https://www.sailingtoday.co.uk/racing-events/british-sailing-pair-win-470-world-championship-2026/

Summer sun 🌞at the Arden Estates Wednesday Evening Pursuit Race this week.

Photos courtesy of Ollie Heartland.

We’ve had one of our busiest weeks yet with 88 participants on the water across the country 💙

Last month we had one of our busiest weeks ever since we first launched in 2024. Thank you to everyone who joined us – we hope you had a fantastic time!

Find out more about RNSA Youth Crew and how you can join us on the waves here: https://rnsayouthcrew.org.uk/

Sailing fun for all the family last Sunday at the Arden Estates Summer Series.

If you'd like to get involved come along next Sunday and speak to our friendly members.

Happy United Nations' International Youth Day! ⛵️🌍

Here at Barnt Green Sailing Club, we are incredibly proud of our young sailors who bring so much energy, passion, and talent to the water. From those just learning the ropes to our competitive Youth Squad Racers, you are the future of our club and the sport of sailing!

Here is to making waves, building confidence, and fostering the next generation of champions.

Jon Emmett Sailing

Summer fun 🌞 at the Arden Estates Summer Series last Sunday.

Photos courtesy of Mike Atkins.

Wind,sun and smiles at last night's Arden Estates Wednesday Evening Pursuit Race.

Fantastic photos by Matthew Brown Photography