Instructors, coaches and careers
Whether you aspire to teach, coach, or support activity on the race course, RYA Scotland's recently launched Aspire Programme has been developed to help you along your way.
At its core is the Aspire Portal – a dedicated hub of resources, opportunities, and guidance for aspiring and developing instructors, coaches, and officials. Explore the portal to access training materials, career pathways, mentoring, and more, all designed to help you grow, connect, and progress your journey.
Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Gaining a qualification is just the start of your instructing journey. By continuing to build knowledge and develop your skills with the help of CPD, you will ensure you maintain the highest standards and deliver the very best sessions. Explore a range of CPD resources and opportunities within RYA Scotland's Aspire Portal
Race Coaches
Information for current or aspiring race coaches. There are extensive opportunities to get qualified or progress your coaching skills with CPD, club visits or mentoring.
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Race Officials
Racing is held together by Race officials. They play a vital role in organising and managing events. The RYA runs a range of training courses to suit individuals in various roles supporting local clubs as well as international classes on the world stage.