Emsworth Radio Sailing taster day for women 2026

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Emsworth Radio Sailing taster day for women 2026

by Jeremy White 17 Feb 13:22 GMT 16 February 2026

Emsworth Radio Sailing taster day for women © Don Manson

Emsworth Radio Sailing (ERS) had a taster day for women to try their hand at RC sailing. It was a great success!

On February 16th in glorious sunshine and a chilly fresh breeze six ladies turned up at Emsworth Slipper S.C to try their hand at radio controlled sailing.

All had never tried RC boats before, and one was learning to sail.

This was a initiative by ERS to encourage more women to join one of the fastest growing sports in the UK.

After a short briefing by top coach David Cockerill, each participant was partnered by a competent sailor with a boat, and spent an hour sailing around Emsworth Millpond.

The smiles afterwards were contagious, and definitely some converts!

David Cockerill and Team run R.C. Training every Monday (rain or shine!) so do pop by.

More photos: photos.app.goo.gl/26ffia9h9XhJBd8JA

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