Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) Information

The Academy is a multifaceted business. The driving force and focus are the sailing events, but to sustain the facilities and business the WPNSA has several other revenue streams; • Squad training through the RYA and class associations • Other sporting events such as cycling, triathlons and running • Meetings facilities including conferences and corporate days • Functions such as; weddings, parties, dinner dances and awards • Boat hoist and dry storage • Membership WPNSA has close links with the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) working with them in many significant events such as the Sailing World Cup and Youth National Championships. In addition, WPNSA is the training base for the British Sailing Team. Leading sailors from around the globe discovered what those closer to home have long been aware of: the combination of clean winds, sheltered waters and weak tides in the area is unique and provides an unrivalled location for thrilling sporting competition. WPNSA primarily offers its superb venue for events and training, but
 also has onsite partners that operate a successful sailing school, windsurfing school and a large members’ community catering for all abilities from complete beginners to Olympians. Facilities on-shore include a licensed function room, conference/meeting rooms, various slipways, a 16-tonne boat hoist, extensive dinghy parks, three permanent cranes and storage for all types of boats. Our magnificent venue lends itself perfectly as an outstanding choice 
of venue for functions, business meetings, weddings and conferences.