Friends, Amis, Amigos, Amici,

We are thrilled to announce a unique sailing experience in a specially designed and built Catamaran from Port Solent. Mike Wood and his enthusiastic crew at the Disabled Sailors Association will be waiting to welcome you at the Port Solent Marina.

There’s a qualified skipper and mate to sail with you, full safety gear [including auto inflating life jackets for everyone] and fully accessible toilet and washing facilities!

The Plan: Arrival time 09.45 am. Meet and greet and a full safety briefing. Then it’s out through the lock to enjoy a trip down Portsmouth Harbour, before cruising the open seas of the Solent. The route and itinerary will be dictated by the wind and the tides on the day, but what is certain is that you’ll love the experience.

All the controls are wheelchair accessible, so everyone gets to experience the joy, the fun, the exhilaration of sailing this amazing yacht! And if it’s cool outside – it’s warm and dry in the saloon.

Don’t Miss out – Make sure you Book Now!

And remember that with Sportability anyone within our remit can participate free of charge.

Please mention at time of booking if you are a wheelchair user and whether you use an electric or manual chair.

You don’t need special clothing, anything that is comfortable is OK. Tracksuits are ideal, but any casual trouser, jeans, tee-shirts and sweatshirts or fleeces are fine. Ladies, do not wear dresses or skirts as the life jackets use crutch straps.

It will always feel cooler on the water, so it is a good idea to bring an extra layer.

Tea and coffee are available on board, but please bring your own packed lunch and drinking water. And some sun cream/block.

The address is: Port Solent, PO6 4TH. That’s on the A27 between Portsmouth and Fareham, junction 12 on the M27. Full directions will be provided on booking.

The marina is fully accessible and there is roll on, roll off wheelchair access to the boat.

So just to recap on those details:

Catamaran Sailing – Thursday 17th September, meeting at the Port Solent Marina. Arrive for 9.45 am. Finish [dependant on the route and weather] approx. 3.30/4pm.

So, if you want to join us, then contact Valerie at info@sportability.org.uk and please mention at time of booking if you are a wheelchair user and whether you use an electric or manual chair.

And beware: You may get totally hooked!