RYACW AWARDS
With support from the Youth LAB we have been developing a number of new awards.
Arwr y Dwr/ Hero of the Water
To be awarded to Welsh sailor(s) (U19) who are selected to compete or medal at the highest level-
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Selected for the Youth Commonwealth Games
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Selected for the World Sailing Youth World Championships
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Selected for the Optimist World or European Championships (other class events are open for attendance)
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Medalled at a Class World or European Championships
Welsh Young Sailor of the Year
To be awarded to the Welsh sailor(s) (U19) who achieves the highest outcome result from the Arwr Y Dwr Award Criteria.
Welsh Sail/ Hwyl Cymru
Think Welsh Rugby Cap but instead we've gone for Welsh sail/ Hwyl Cymru. Whenever you win, compete, are selected for, or volunteer at certain events, you will be eligible for the sails below. The aim is to collect and display them (on a free keychain) with pride to show off your sailing achievements.
Arwr Y Dwr (Hero of the Water)
To be awarded to Welsh sailor(s) (U19) who are selected to compete or medal at the highest level-
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Selected for the Youth Commonwealth Games
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Selected for the World Sailing Youth World Championships
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Selected for the Optimist World or European Championships (other class events are open for attendance)
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Medalled at a Class World or European Championships
Team Wales
For sailors who represent Wales at an event, for example; the Eric Twiname Championships, the Celtic Cup or the Youth Commonwealth Games and sailors selected for the Welsh National Sailing Team.
Volunteer
For anyone who volunteers at our RYA Cymru Wales events
National
For any Welsh sailor who competes at a UK National Championships in any class
GBR
For any Welsh sailor who competes at a World or European Championships in any class
If you are eligible for a Welsh Sail/ Hwyl Cymru (meeting the criteria's above) fill in the form HERE
Coaching Chain Impact Award
To be awarded to volunteers, coaches, individuals who have been part of a Youth (U19) Welsh sailor's journey, who has achieved a considerable performance outcome.
A considerable performance outcome would be:
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Medalled at the Youth Commonwealth Games
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World Sailing Youth World Championships selection
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Medalled at a Class World or European Championships
The sailors will be asked to nominate up to 3 coaches from the areas below-
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Club coach- who will have had the initial engagement and influence on the sailor.
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Junior Coach- who will have helped set the foundations with the sailor and started to foster a performance mind set.
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Youth Coach- who will have helped refine the sailor's skills and campaign management.
Impact Awards
The RYA Cymru Wales Impact Awards shine a light on those who deserve recognition for going above and beyond to support activities afloat in Wales.
We are inviting nominations! Who do you think deserves recognition for going above and beyond in supporting activities afloat in Wales? The awards are wide ranging and open to those at the heart of our sport in Wales, including participants, staff and volunteers; instructors, coaches and race officials; clubs, classes and training centres.
Nominations may be a personal thank you to those who have made a difference to you, or a wider recognition of the impact and contribution made by an individual, team or organisation.
There is no closing date and nominations will be reviewed every other month by the RYA Cymru Wales team.
Check out the list of Impact Award winners below and read their stories.
Nominate HERE
