Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy Olympic Year Brochure 2012

Official Brochure 2012

The Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy Part of the venue for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing events

Contents 5 Welcome 6 Development and History 9 Foreword 9 Key Staff 11 Membership 12 Facilities Available 15 Boat Launching and Storage 16 Sailing Events and Training 19 Sailing School 21 Learning to Windsurf 23 Events and Training Centre 25 Disabled Sailing 27 Infrastructure for Major Events

29 Events Calendar 2012-2013 46 Race Management 31 Olympic Games and 47 Live Event Tracking Paralympic Games 49 Weddings, Functions and Seminars 32 Olympic Sailing Classes 34 Paralympic Sailing Classes 35 Olympic and Paralympic Sailing Programme

52 Osprey Quay Therapies 54 Legacy at WPNSA - The Chesil Trust Programme

36 Sail for Gold 37 Passage to Portland 39 Sunsail 41 Information for Visitors 43 Other Sporting Events 44 Portland Harbour Sailing Guide

55 Green Credentials 57 Testimonials 58 WPNSA Sponsors 61 How to Find Us 62 Contact Us

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Welcome Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour are widely recognised as some of the best sailing waters on the planet. This, together with the development of the new purpose-built, on-shore facilities, have resulted in the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) being selected as part of the venue for the sailing competition at the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

Leading sailors from around the world will discover 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.

Spectators, meanwhile, will marvel at the spectacular backdrop to the action, with our modern world-class facility set in the centre of the Jurassic Coast, the only natural World Heritage Site on the UK mainland.

WPNSA primarily offers its superb venue for events and training, but also operates a successful sailing school, windsurfing school and a large members’ community catering for all abilities from complete beginners to Olympians.

Our magnificent venue lends itself perfectly as an outstanding choice of venue for functions, business meetings, weddings and conferences.

First and foremost, though, we are a place for sailors run by people with a passion for sailing.

Our commitment to young sailors is absolute and through an associated charity called the Chesil Trust, we have introduced thousands of local children to the sport with the ‘Sail for a Fiver’ scheme.

WPNSA has a commitment to stewardship of the environment and in striving to play our part in making our industry more sustainable the Academy has won several prestigious awards.

Whether you wish to run a major championship event, try sailing for the first time or simply enjoy sailing for the fantastic and fun sport that it is, we think you will find our services unbeatable.

The Games will not be a one-off, but a springboard to ensure there is a continuing and lasting legacy in Dorset and the United Kingdom. The Academy has hosted conferences with business leaders and senior figures from the sailing world aimed at ensuring we remain a key destination on the sailing map far into the future.

Our purpose is to effectively promote the sport of sailing to all levels of competence and ability, through courses, training and national as well as international events, whilst supporting and working closely with the local community.

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.

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Development and History From the earliest days of sailing ships, experienced sailors have known of the particular qualities of the local sailing waters. Henry VIII recognised the importance of the area and built two castles to protect the area. The Royal Yachting Association had been trying for decades to secure a suitable site locally to make the most of these natural advantages, but the opportunity came when in 1999 it was announced that the Royal Naval Air Station at Portland was to be closed.

A group of local people established a not-for-profit company to take the vision of a National centre of excellence for the sport of sailing forward and with the support of the Royal Navy, the Royal Yachting Association, the South West Regional Development Agency, Sport England and all the local authorities in the area, this idea started to take shape. The Academy started sailing operations on the site in March, 2000.

After initially operating from the disused military buildings and facilities, in 2003 the Academy was in a position to start construction work on redeveloping the site. At the same time the London bid to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games was gathering momentum and the Academy was selected as part of the sailing venue in the bid to the International Olympic Committee.

Construction works were completed in the Spring of 2003 and HRH The Princess Royal formally opened the new Academy buildings on 9th June, 2005. Less than a month later London was selected as the venue for the 30th Olympiad. This impressive facility had therefore moved from starting sailing operations on the site to being part of an Olympic venue in slightly more than five years.

Once the decision had been made to award the 2012 Games to London, plans were put in place to further enhance the facilities to bring them up to the standard required by the IOC. The Olympic Delivery Authority then funded further marine works to meet these standards. These works, consisting of additional reclamation of the harbour, new slipways, construction of a breakwater and pontoons were finished in 2008, on time and on budget, making the Academy the first of the 2012 venues to be completed.

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The Academy also provided training facilities for the GBR team in the run up to the 2008 Games, where an impressive haul of four golds, one silver and one bronze medal was achieved.

Development of the Academy has provided first class facilities including 220 metres of slipway accessible at all states of wind and tide as well as 600 dinghy spaces and 125 protected marina berths for ribs and yachts.

The combination of clean winds, sheltered waters and small tidal range in the area is unique.

World-class facilities set in the centre of the Jurassic Coast, the only natural World Heritage Site on the UK mainland, provide an unrivalled venue for training and sailing competitions.

WPNSA is also committed to promoting the sustainable legacy of the Games through social and environmental programmes.

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foreword Wow! Here we are in 2012. This year the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy will be part of the venue for the sailing competition at the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games. It seems only yesterday that the decision was made that London would be the venue for the 30th Olympiad, but a great deal has been going on at the Academy in the intervening period to ensure that the venue is brought up to the ‘World-Class’ standards necessary for this event.

We continue to develop and improve the Academy – we are delighted to be hosting a new base for Sunsail this year and they will be introducing a very exciting racing and training programme. This will further extend the range of experience and activity at the venue. We are also unveiling an extended balcony this year, which will provide better opportunities for that vital coffee or drink with the fantastic views over the Harbour.

Our existing on site partners continue to offer excellent facilities to suit all maritime interests, be they dinghy sailing or tuition, windsurfer sailing or other forms of watersports.

So whether your interest is in corporate activity, competitive sailing or just a bit of ‘messing about in boats’ we are confident we can provide exciting experiences for all, respective of experience or ability.

2012 will be a ‘Summer like no other’, so be part of it – come aboard and make the most of these fantastic facilities, which are not just for the Games, they are for everyone!

John Tweed Chief Executive

Key Staff

Rachel Sadler Assistant Chief Executive Head of Finance

Chris Knight Business Manager

Phil Gollop External Operations

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Membership The Sailing Academy welcomes new members. Membership is open to recreational sailors who wish to use the extensive facilities on a regular basis. Members are able to store equipment on site permanently or simply launch their boat/board if they wish.

Temporary day membership is also available to all who wish to use WPNSA’s facilities. The fee covers launching, parking and use of the changing and social facilities, with overnight storage available if required. Temporary membership can be purchased for up to a maximum of two weeks per annum.

Please note all members must also pay harbour dues, this is a small fee that Portland Harbour authority charge to all those using the area in order to maintain the harbour.

We do not have any overnight accommodation on site, but can advise of some of the accommodation options available in the area. We do have some limited space for campervans and caravans.

Membership types are as follows Social/Family Membership Available to people who do not wish to launch a boat or tender, but wish to support the Academy by being a member.

Social Sailing Membership Available to people who keep their boat elsewhere (i.e. Weymouth Marina or another sailing club), who DO NOT wish to launch a boat or tender from these facilities, but wish to use the WPNSA pontoons for occasional use whilst using the social facilities. A limited area will be available for this purpose, and boats must not remain on the pontoon overnight.

Single Membership Available to owners of a single-handed dinghy that is used by that person only.

Boat/Quest or Family Membership Available to owners of double-handed dinghies or power boats who wish to use the facilities to launch.

Storage Available to Single or Boat/Family Members only.

The membership subscription year runs from 1st April to 31st March.

Please contact us at the WPNSA office on 01305 866000, or email reception@wpnsa.org.uk for an application form.

Because of the security requirements of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, there will be a period during the year when Members will not be able to gain access or store their boats at the Academy. We have tried to minimise the disruption that will be caused to members and we have made arrangements for an alternative storage area for craft elsewhere on Osprey Quay. We recognise, however, that the normal rights of members will be affected during this period and, for members renewing by 31st March, there will be a discount available on the normal membership fee to reflect this.

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Facilities Available The venue has been extensively developed over the 10 years that WPNSA has been in operation.

Inside facilities include Full disabled services including lifts at both ends of the building, disabled changing/shower rooms and a ramp into the dinghy park First Aid/Medical Suite Changing corridor with toilets, showers/changing rooms and a drying room WPNSA Cafeteria opens every day serving hot and cold snacks and drinks Meeting rooms of various sizes 1 Boardroom with sea views for up to 15 people 6 Small Lecture/Meeting rooms for up to 20 people 2 Large Lecture/Meeting rooms for up to 70 people “Spinnakers� Function Room with a fully-licensed bar and catering facilities. Capacity of up to 150 people. New for 2012 is a substantially extended balcony giving great views of all the activity on site and over Portland Harbour.

Event hall with a licensed bar and catering facilities and a capacity of up to 450 people. Can be used for exhibitions or sporting events. We can even dress the room up with wall lining, up lighters, a stage and music system for a more formal affair

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Outside Facilities Include 2 dinghy slipways (220m width in total) accessible at all states of the tide 125 pontoon spaces for event mooring 1 deep water vehicle launching slipway Rigging area for windsurfers Disabled access points on pontoons via personal hoists 3 fixed cranes for boats up to 4 tonnes Fully submersible boat hoist for boats up to 16 tonnes/4.5m beam Storage for members for dinghies, keelboats and powerboats Long term storage and winterisation for yachts and powerboats Parking areas for approximately 300 vehicles Overnight parking for campervans/caravans (with hook up points to electricity) available for those using the WPNSA facilities during events All facilities are fully accessible to wheelchair users and those with other types of disabilities Electronically-controlled access gates and extensive CCTV system in operation Space for corporate entertaining, media centre, marquees etc.

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Boat Launching and Storage WPNSA prides itself in offering a fully-submersible boat hoist facility available to both members and non-members. The ‘Wise Slipway Hoist’ is completely adjustable and able to carry boats of up to 16 tonnes in weight and 4.5m in beam using slings which cradle the boat.

We have ample space available on site, offering very competitive rates, whether you require a mid-season wash off, one-hour yacht survey or short to long-term winter storage. Excellent on-shore facilities are available including pressure washing and electricity.

To book lift out or storage please contact us in the first instance to confirm availability by calling 01305 866000 or via email: reception@wpnsa.org.uk Once availability is confirmed, please download and complete the Booking Form which is available on our website. Please also take the time to read our Codes of Practice attached to this form.

The website also has a very handy and easy-to-use six step calculator for determining the cost of your boat hoist storage/movements.

Visit www.wpnsa.org.uk/boat-hoist-storage and choose the boat size which relates to the length of your craft: 18-31 feet, 32-41 feet or 42-50 feet.

Simply work your way through the steps making sure you click on the “Get Cost” button after each section and press the total button to ascertain the overall cost.

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Sailing Events and Training Annually the Academy hosts local, national, European and World dinghy and windsurfing events. The venue is capable of hosting more than 1,000 competitors at a time racing across a number of different disciplines.

facility and deep water race course in easy access of Portland Harbour out to Weymouth Bay. The new development works include a mini marina with a total capacity for 125 boats.

The 2011 season was another active and successful one for the Academy, kicking off with UK Windsurfing Association’s National Championships at the end of March. Over this same weekend the waters of Weymouth and Portland were crowded with the much loved Sigma 38 yacht racing class, as crews of nine competed for their national title.

In June, Sail for Gold returned to the 2012 sailing venue with 62 nations being represented. This was the 6th leg of the International Sailing Federation World Cup and was the largest event ever held at the Academy

The J109 yacht racing fraternity, now renowned internationally for big fleet racing, then headed to the Academy for their annual National Championship Event at the end of May. The Academy is fast becoming the international yacht racing destination of choice due to the re-developed marina

The award-winning disabled facilities at the Academy were put to excellent use when the International Federation for Disabled Sailing (IFDS) held their World Cup with us at the start of July. This is the most prestigious annual event in the disabled sailing calendar and perfect preparation for WPNSA being part of the venue for the Paralympic Games in 2012.

July also saw the Contender World Championships. Dubbed as the world’s most popular single-handed trapeze sailing dinghy, this class is steeped in history and routinely generates a following of hundreds.

Britain won six medals in the ten events held at the test event at the beginning of August, the perfect tonic ahead of the real thing when the Olympics comes to Weymouth and Portland in July 2012.

The serious racing continued in the latter half of August with the RS Games.

525 boats and 879 competitors made the RS Games one of the biggest dinghy racing events of the 2011 calendar and a huge festival of all that’s good about dinghy racing. The regatta included nine of the RS classes competing for their UK National Championships and the RS500 for their world title as well. Records fell with the RS200 producing the biggest Nationals for a two-man boat this century.

September was no less memorable with the Laser National Championships followed by the International 14 World Championships. Incredibly, this skiffstyle of boat dates back to the late 1800s but is constantly re-vamped to thrill the latest racing generation.

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The highlight of this (or any other) year for the WPNSA is obviously being part of the venue for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

But there is a whole host of other events taking place (see the events calendar later in this brochure) and we will also be the start and finish point of Round Britain 2012 in June. Dubbed Britain’s biggest multi-faceted land, sea and air event - RB12 is predicted to involve 75 powerboats, 100 super and vintage cars, as well as 50 aircraft with more than 1,000 contestants and 1,500 supporting crew.

The Sailing Academy is a very popular base for training and coaching at all levels. Fully-equipped lecture rooms, safety ribs and marks are available for hire, supported by excellent catering facilities. The British Olympic Sailing Team regularly train at WPNSA, and many have become members intending to make it the base for the majority of their sailing programme.

The Artemis Offshore Academy uses the world-class facilities at the WPNSA as one of the venues for the UK excellence training programme.

The Academy will be working closely with the Artemis Offshore Academy supporting a UK training programme of excellence for British short-handed sailors, providing a structure to bring talented sailors up through the ranks.

The centre has also taken the step of inviting foreign Olympic teams to train at the site and contracts have been signed with several teams including Italy, USA, Canada and Australia.

For event bookings and training please contact reception@wpnsa.org.uk or telephone 01305 866000.

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Sailing School The sailing school at WPNSA is operated by SailLaser, who ensure our fantastic facilities can be accessed and used by all. They work closely with charities, schools, and governing bodies to drive participation within the sport.

SailLaser offers a comprehensive range of RYA-approved courses with options for all ages and abilities. Courses are taught by a highly qualified team of instructors and coaches and conducted in brand new kit from the brand leaders LaserPerformance. All boats are up to date and renewed on an annual basis. Powerboat training, instructor training, corporate days and dinghy hire are also available through SailLaser.

As well as introducing people to the sport of sailing, SailLaser is committed to supporting regular participation, particularly for the local community that surrounds the Academy. Many schools visit both in and out of curriculum time to gain certification and compete in regattas. They have weekly clubs for both children and adults, allowing people to enjoy the water at minimal cost.

If you want to come as a family, there is the option to learn together, or separately, so your children can enjoy the learning experience with their peers while you learn along with other adults, with all members being rewarded with an accredited certificate upon completion of your course.

For those keen on racing, video analysis can be provided with an experienced instructor on hand to point out tips to help you increase speed on the water and thereby improve your results.

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Learning to Windsurf The OTC Windsurfing School

The Official Test Centre (OTC) is a purpose-built centre with the clear goal to showcase the modern sport of windsurfing, and provide access to windsurfing for everyone. Housing all the major windsurfing brands under one roof, the concept of the centre is to enable its clients to test and compare the latest designs for themselves in favourable conditions.

With more disciplines and brands appearing every year, the range of boards and sails available on the market has become overwhelming for many, making the decision on which board or sail to buy very complicated and confusing. Tests and reviews of windsurf kit go a long way to clarifying the situation, but ultimately there is no substitute for trying the equipment for yourself. You can test-drive a car before you decide to invest; you try clothes on to check they fit...you even smell a perfume or aftershave to see if it suits. Well now, at long last, the same opportunity to ‘try before you buy’ is available for windsurfers.

With its affiliated RYA-accredited windsurfing school (The Osprey Training Centre) OTC can also teach windsurfing at every level, from the complete beginner to those wishing to hone their advanced techniques. The centre puts windsurfing firmly on the map on one of the prominent stages in the marine leisure industry today.

There are eight different board categories available for use at OTC UK. These are: 85L Crossover, 95L Crossover, 100L Freestyle, 100L Slalom, 105L Crossover, 115L Freeride, 125L Freeride and 145L Freeride.

If you get the windsurfing bug, consider taking part in the Harbour Dash, a fantastic windsurfing event held in October that has been running annually in Weymouth for more than 30 years. It was founded in memory of Brian Matthews, a popular local windsurfer who took up the sport in his fifties.

Brian died in January 1986, the day after his 60th birthday. 2011 was a special year for this event, with three entrants smashing the course record set back in 1994. The new record for the race from Overcombe to Portland Harbour is held by Nick Dempsey at 16 minutes and 40 seconds.

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Events and Training Centre The Sailing Academy is fortunate to have a wide range of facilities which give visiting events and training classes an array of room sizes to choose from.

These range from private classrooms that can cater from between 12 to 30 people through to the large events hall which can be used for larger briefings, physical testing or equipment scrutineering.

The events hall has a capacity of up to 350 people seated banquet style and 450 buffet style. It also includes a large bar and catering facilities.

This flexible space has been used previously for other wide-ranging events such as BMX displays, charity balls and promotional boxing exhibitions, with an impressive ceiling canopy available to allow the room to be transformed for special occasions and create just the right atmosphere.

If you have got an event or function and are keen to impress your clients, delegates or guests and make the right impression, the Sailing Academy should be placed at the top of your list of potential venues.

WPNSA is always looking for ways to make best use of its superb facilities while promoting and supporting the local community and one such example is the Wedding Fair we are hosting on 8th April 2012 between 11am-4pm.

Incorporating many companies from the local area, it includes a live catwalk show at midday and 2pm, a dance show and interactive workshops. There will also be a dedicated ‘Men’s Zone’, a creche to make the day even more enjoyable, and one lucky couple could win a wedding!

Another event being planned is a ‘Winter Wonderland’ in December.

We would be delighted to give you a your of the facilities, please call us to arrange a visit or for further information.

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Disabled Sailing The academy has been developed with access for all in mind. Whilst being the training base of choice for the Team GBR Paralympic squad the same facilities are open to all disabled sailors.

The site and building is fully accessible to wheelchair users with a lift at either end of the building All changing facilities are fully accessible whilst a special needs changing area caters for those needing additional assistance

“I love training in Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour as they offer a wide range of sailing conditions. The Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy is an unbeatable venue for disabled sailors with new, purpose built, facilities. For example, there are disabled access hoists on the pontoons, providing the safest access to tidal waters for people with disabilities anywhere in the UK. I don’t know of any other sailing venue where the needs of sailors of all abilities are so well catered for.”

All signage around the building is tactile and subtitled in Braille and there is a portable induction loop for use within the building

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Infrastructure for Major Events Weymouth and Portland is now the natural venue of choice for major marine events. In addition to the quality of the waters for competition, there has been an enormous investment in sailing and transport infrastructure that sets WPNSA apart.

The Academy has 125 pontoon berths available for events and we have the opportunity to spill over into the newly-constructed Portland Marina if this is required.

For the smaller keelboats, the Academy has three cranes between 2.5 tonnes and 4 tonnes capacity, so large fleets of small keelboats can be sailed on a daily dry sailing basis.

The Academy provides world class race management, so whatever the nature or size of your event we are able to provide ready-made, tried and tested solutions.

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Good food served every day • Sunday roasts • Fresh locally caught fish Real ales • Car parking • Folk band every Thursday Quiz every Monday • Live Bands outside.

Details of our menu and daily specials can be found on our website www.thecovehouseinn.co.uk We are able to cater for functions and are licenced for weddings. Please contact us on 01305 820895

91, Chiswell Portland,Dorset, DT5 1AW

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Events Calendar 2012-13 2012

2013

Topper National Winter Regatta 25th-26th February 2012 RYA Spring Series National Ranker event 10th-11th March 2012 Laser 4.7 Event 17th-18th March 2012 Laser World Qualifier 24th-25th March 2012 Solo 2 day Event 22nd-23rd April 2012 UKWA Event 28th-30th April 2012 USA Match Racing Event 2nd-4th May 2012 UKWA 3 day Cup 7th-9th May 2012 IAPS Regatta 17th-18th May 2012 Endurance Life Event 20th May 2012 Match Racing Event 26th-31st May 2012 Skandia Sail for Gold Regatta 1st-9th June 2012 SB3 Nationals 14th-17th June 2012 Small Ships Event 15th-17th June Start of the RB12 21st June 2012 Musto Skiff Europeans/World Championships 23rd-30th June 2012 SW Biathlon 23rd June 2012 Finish of RB12 30th June Topper Ranker Series Event 7th-8th July 2012 NSSA Regatta 7th-13th July 2012 Olympic Period 13th July-13th September 2012 Bustin Skins Triathlon 23rd September RYA South Zones Championships 29th-30th September UKWA Event 6th-7th October 2012 Speed Week 6th-12th October 2012 National Ranker Event 13th-14th October 2012 BSA Event 13th-14th October

Topper National Winter Regatta Dragon National Edinburgh Cup Feva Grand Prix Flying Fifteen Nationals RS Tera World Event Topper Nationals Allen 30/30 Open Event Dragon Worlds Event

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9th-10th February 2013 29th June – 3rd July 2013 6-7th July 15th-21st July 2013 28th July -2nd August 2013 3rd-9th August 28th August -1st September 2013 5th-13th September 2013

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Ferrybridge Marine Limited is situated on the causeway to Portland. Our boat storage compound provides Park & Launch facilities all year round and is ideally suited for winter lay up for yachts.

The site has two slipways, a hoist suitable for lifting vessels up to 35 tonne, Mercruiser/Mariner Main Dealer, swinging moorings in Portland Harbour and The Fleet.

We have ample parking for boatyard customers, a café, and a shop stocking a range of outboard engines, inflatables, parts and consumables.

We are the only authorised jet ski launch site within Portland Harbour.

Water taxi service available.

The Boatyard, Portland Road, Weymouth, DT4 8JZ Tel: 01305 777350 Email: info@ferrybridgemarine.co.uk

5A Kent Close.

Granby Ind Estate Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9TF

Auto and Manual Transmission Specialists

Manual and Automatic Gearbox Repair Specialists

Reputedly small, reliable family run business for that personal touch, we don’t just do gearboxes - We also

care for all your car needs including:

• Servicing & general repairs • MOT’s prearranged • Automatic & manual gearboxes rebuilt & restored • Electronic Diagnosis • Air conditioning • Tyres supplied & fitted • All makes & models of any age 10% discount to all Weymouth and Portland Sailing Academy Members on proof of membership (not including o/e parts)

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Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Olympic Sailing

29th July-11th August – Olympic Games The waters of Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour will play host to 10 exhilarating Sailing events during the London 2012 Olympic Games.

At London 2012, the different Olympic Sailing events for men and women will feature a variety of craft, from dinghies and keelboats to windsurfing boards. Each event consists of a series of races. Points in each race are awarded according to position, the winner receiving 1 point, the secondplaced finisher 2 points, and so on. Following a series of races, just those in the top ten places then compete in the medal race – for which the points are doubled.

Led by triple gold medal-winner Ben Ainslie CBE, Team GB has topped the Sailing medals table at the last three Olympic Games. British Sailors will be hoping to repeat the feat at London 2012, battling their rivals in Weymouth Bay.

Paralympic Sailing

1st-6th September – Paralympic Games A total of 80 athletes will be sailing for gold in the waters of Weymouth. At the Paralympic Games, athletes compete in three mixed events: the SinglePerson, Two-Person and Three-Person Keelboat competitions. The design of the keelboats used in Paralympic competition provides greater stability, and the boats have open cockpits to allow more room for the sailors.

Classification is used to level the playing field where there are a variety of disability levels.

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Olympic Sailing Classes

49er

Class of boat: dinghy Crew number: 2 Raced by: mixed crew The 49er is the fastest two person one-design monohull dinghy and the only sailing class in the 2012 Games where the crew does not have to be the same sex. Both crew members are tethered to the boat by means of a wire, known as a trapeze. The helm steers the boat and generally makes the tactical decisions, while the second crew member is responsible for controlling the sail. Great Britain won silver when the 49er made its Olympic debut at the Sydney Olympics in 2000 and repeated the achievement four years later.

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Finn

Class of boat: dinghy Crew number: 1 Raced by: men This class was made famous first by Iain Percy, who won gold for Great Britain at the 2000 Sydney Olympics and latterly by WPNSA’s own Ben Ainslie, who is looking for a third successive gold medal in this class having won the event in Athens in 2004 and again in Qingdao four years ago. A single-handed, cat-rigged dinghy, it has been in every Summer Olympics since first being raced in 1952 when Charles Currey won silver for Britain in Helsinki.

470

Class of boat: dinghy Crew number: 2 Raced by: men and women The 470 (Four-Seventy) gets its name from the fact that it is 470 centimetres in length. It has been an Olympic class since the 1976 Games in Canada. Originally an open class, there have been separate events for men and women since 1988. Great Britain has won three silver medals in this discipline, by John Merricks and Ian Walker in 1996 and by Nick Rogers and Joe Glanfield in 2004 and 2008. Good teamwork is essential for success in the 470, which is equipped with spinnaker and a trapeze, which is a wire connected from the mast to one of the sailors.

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Laser

Class of boat: dinghy Crew number: 1 Raced by: men A very popular one-design class of sailing dinghy, manufactured by Laser Performance, which is enjoyed by more than 250,000 sailors worldwide. Tight restrictions on design makes for very competitive racing. Lasers only have a mainsail and require sailors to be very fit and agile. Ben Ainslie won the gold in this class for Great Britain at the Sydney Olympics in 2000, having won silver at the Atlanta Games four years previously. Paul Goodison maintained those impeccable standards by also winning gold at the 2008 Games.

Laser Radial

Class of boat: dinghy Crew number: 1 Raced by: women The Laser Radial returns for its second Olympic Games having first been raced in the 2008 Games in Qingdao, China. A one-design class of small sailing dinghy, this popular single-handed boat has a shorter mast and reduced sail area, allowing light sailors to sail in heavy winds and thereby making it more suitable than the standard Laser class for racing by women sailors.

Elliott 6M

Class of boat: keelboat Crew number: 3 Raced by: women The Elliott 6m is making its bow at the summer Olympics, having replaced the Yngling class in which Britain won gold at the last two Games, first with Shirley Robertson, Sarah Webb and Sarah Ayton in Athens in 2004 and then with Webb, Ayton and Pippa Wilson four years ago. The Elliott 6m carries a spinnaker pole and symmetric spinnaker which is considered more suitable for match racing, where competitors race against an opponent rather than against the rest of the fleet.

Star

Class of boat: keelboat Crew number: 2 Raced by: men The Star is making its farewell appearance having not been picked as one of the craft for the 2016 Games.

A mixed event until 2000, it became an event for men only from 2004 when women raced instead in their own Yngling class. Great Britain has an excellent recent pedigree in this event, having won gold twice, through Michael McIntyre and Bryn Vaile in 1988 and Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson in 2008. A Star has its mast towards the front of the boat, a very large mainsail and a jib, a triangular staysail set ahead of the foremast.

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RS:X

Class: windsurfing/sailboard Raced by: men and women The RS:X replaced the Mistral One design class as the sailboard of choice at the 2008 Summer Olympics. While the board is always the same size - 286 cm in length and 93 cm in width – it is rigged differently for men and women with the men employing a slightly taller mast (17ft compared to 16ft) and a larger mainsail. Bryony Shaw claimed a bronze medal for Great Britain at the 2008 Olympic Games, while Nick Dempsey also took bronze in the Mistral One class in 2004. Both will be representing Team GBR again in their home Olympics.

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Paralympic Sailing Classes

2.4 One-person

Class of boat: Keelboat Crew number: 1 Raced by: men and women The 2.4 Metre, which originated in Stockholm in 1983, is an ideal craft for disabled sailors. In the 2.4mR, the helmsperson sits down into the boat facing forward with all the trim controls within arms’ reach.

Because the crew weight is always close to its centre of gravity, the 2.4mR is insensitive to differences in the size of the helmsperson.

Instead, 2.4mR racing focuses on sophisticated sail trim, tactics and strategy.

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SKUD 18 Double-handed

Class of boat: Keelboat Crew number: 3 Raced by: men and women Paralympic sailing continues to grow with the introduction of a new strictly one-design class, the SKUD-18, which made its first Paralympic appearance at the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing.

Sailed by two disabled crew, with at least one female on board, the SKUD-18 is designed with the 49er skiff in mind. The SKUD-18 boat was an exciting addition to Paralympic competiton having made its European regatta debut at the 2006 Skandia Sail for Gold regatta.

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SONAR Three-person

Class of boat: Keelboat Crew number: 3 Raced by: men and women Designed in the 1980s by American Bruce Kirby, and sailed in the Paralympics since 2000, the Sonar has become a top choice for Paralympic racing.

The keelboat’s crew-friendly configuration allows disabled sailors to sail efficiently and safely and enjoy a high level of performance. The racer has a well contoured sit-in cockpit and when the wind gets up and sailors are sitting on the side deck.

Sailors face into the boat and whether up on the deck or sitting down on the seats, the sailor’s backside is always higher than their feet. In competition, the Sonar is sailed by three people with a fourth crew member available in case one sailor is unable to take part in the race.

Olympic and Paralympic Sailing programme Olympic Sailing timetable

There are 10 different Olympic Sailing events, featuring a variety of craft from dinghies and keelboats to windsurfing boards. Some 380 athletes, 237 men and 143 women, will be taking part. A series of races takes place over 14 days from Sunday 29th July to Saturday 11th August to decide the medal winners.

Racing in the men’s and women’s windsurfing is in the RS:X class, while the sailing is either in the form of a fleet race (three or more competitors racing against each other) or a match race (two competitors racing head to head, with slightly different racing rules that allow aggressive tactics). All but one of the classes involves fleet racing, the exception being the women’s Elliott 6m class.

The time allocated for racing is from noon until 6pm on each of the 14 days of competition and the calendar is as follows: 29th July Men Finn, Star Women Elliott 6m 30th July Men 49er, Finn, Laser, RS:X, Star Women Elliott 6m, Laser Radial, RS:X 31st July Men 49er, Finn, Laser, RS:X, Star Women Elliott 6m, Laser Radial, RS:X 1st August Men 49er, Laser, RS:X Women Elliott 6m, Laser Radial, RS:X 2nd August Men 49er, 470, Finn, Star Women 470, Elliott 6m 3rd August Men 49er, 470, Finn, Laser, Star Women 470, Laser Radial 4th August Women 470, Elliott 6m, Laser Radial, RS:X 5th August Men 49er, Finn (medal race & victory ceremony), RS:X, Star (medal race & victory ceremony)

Women RS:X 6th August Men 49er, 470, Laser (medal race & victory ceremony)

Women 470, Laser Radial (medal race & victory ceremony) 7th August Men 470, RS:X (medal race & victory ceremony)

Women 470, Elliott 6m, RS:X (medal race & victory ceremony) 8th August Men 49er (medal race & victory ceremony) Women: Elliott 6m 9th August Men 470 (medal race & victory ceremony) Women: Elliott 6m 10th August Women 470 (medal race & victory ceremony), Elliott 6m 11th August Women Elliott 6m (medal race, victory ceremony)

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Paralympic Sailing

A total of 80 athletes will be sailing for gold in the waters of Weymouth Bay over six days from Saturday 1st September to Thursday 6th September, 2012 for medals awarded in three mixed events.

The time allocated for racing is from noon until 6pm on each day of competition and the calendar is as follows: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th September Single-Person Keelboat, 2.4mR: 2 races per day Two-Person Keelboat, SKUD18: 2 races per day Three-Person Keelboat, Sonar: 2 races per day 6th September Single-Person Keelboat, 2.4mR: 1 race & victory ceremony Two-Person Keelboat, SKUD18: 1 race & victory ceremony Three-Person Keelboat, Sonar: 1 race & victory ceremony

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Sail for Gold The Sail for Gold programme encourages clubs and centres to celebrate and capture the excitement of London 2012 by holding activities and events at their venue in the build up to the Games. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) provides dates and resources to help make this happen and is seeking to inspire new and existing sailors to get out on the water, make clubs the focal point for members to join in the spirit of the Olympics, and show the nation’s support for the world’s most successful Olympic Sailing team; the British sailing team.

The Dorset Cultural Olympiad

The RYA’s major Sail for Gold event for 2012 is ‘Push the Boat Out’ day on Saturday 21st July, where everyone on a boat is being encouraged to take to the water.

Further information

While clubs around the UK’s waters will be doing their bit to promote the Olympic spirit, Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy will be the focus of attention for the sailing community with a major event taking place before the Games themselves arrive.

The Cultural Olympiad is a collection of independent celebrations, festivals and events that have been inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

They represent an opportunity for local communities and businesses to get involved, celebrate and participate in non-sporting events linked to the London 2012 Games. The Cultural Olympiad will be made up of a series of independent events including Quest, B-Side, Inside Out, Nowhere Island and the Jurassic Coast Earth Festival.

For all FAQs regarding DORSET2012 please visit: www.dorsetforyou.com/dorset2012 For more information on sailing areas, berthing and anchorage during the Games go to www.harbour.weymouth.gov.uk

The 2012 Skandia Sail for Gold Regatta is the seventh running of the regatta which is held at WPNSA. It is the sixth and final regatta of the 2011-2012 edition of the ISAF Sailing World Cup. In 2011 the Skandia Sail for Gold Regatta welcomed a record entry of more than 1,000 sailors and the event is expected to attract even more interest in the lead-up to the 2012 Olympic Games.

Diary date: 1st-9th June 2012 Sail for Gold Regatta at WPNSA For more details of Sail for Gold events, registering your interest and seeing how your club can get involved, visit: www.rya.org.uk/programmes/sailforgold/pages/default

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Passage to Portland 2nd – 5th June, 2012

It also promises a behind-the-scenes look at the Skandia Sail for Gold regatta, as well as the chance to join in with celebrations for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

As part of the weekend’s activities and celebrations you can enjoy watching the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant on large TV’s either at The Boat That Rocks or in the Spinnaker Room of WPNSA.

In the evening Portland Castle becomes the perfect setting for the fantastic Queen’s Diamond Jubilee dinner and party.The evening will be hosted by popular sailor and author Tom Cunliffe and with a red, white and blue ‘British Street Party’ theme it promises to be a night to remember.

Taking place from 2nd-5th June 2012, participants will make their own way by boat to Portland - where there will be pre-booked berths waiting for them for three nights at Portland Marina - before enjoying the activities of the long weekend.

There will be an after-dinner talk from Stephen Park OBE, RYA Olympic Manager, providing you with insight into the team’s preparations for the Games, as well as the opportunity to meet a number of members of Skandia Team GBR.

To kick-start the weekend, during registration (3-8pm), there will be welcome drinks, providing the perfect opportunity to meet other participants. You’ll also have the optional choice of enjoying a barbecue or A la Carte meal at the marina’s The Boat That Rocks bar and restaurant.

On Monday spectator boats will be available to go and watch all the racing on the first day of the Skandia Sail for Gold Regatta. Double Olympic gold medallist Sarah Ayton will be providing the race commentary, giving you the a perfect opportunity to watch the sailing team race on the Games race course before the big event begins in July with the added insight from a sailing champion. The weekend ends with farewell drinks and hog roast at WPNSA with a round-up of the day’s racing from Tim Hall, Skandia Sail for Gold regatta manager.

Passage to Portland is a unique event aimed at sail and motor cruisers, providing an exclusive opportunity to tour part of the Olympic and Paralympic sailing venue ahead of the Games.

There is a packed schedule of events lined up throughout Sunday. You will have the chance to tour the Olympic and Paralympic sailing venue (WPNSA), hosted by RYA Racing Manager John Derbyshire, OBE. You can also take a look at the remarkable ‘Boat Project’, a 30ft seafaring vessel made from donated wooden items. For a lucky few there may even be the opportunity to be taken for a sail on this boat, which is one of 12 public art commissions from across the UK celebrating the London 2012 Cultural Olympiad.

If you would like to register your interest, please complete the online enquiry form at www.rya.org.uk/go/p2p or email your name, full postal address and RYA membership number (if applicable) to P2P@rya.org.uk.

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HarbouR Times there’s no present like the time…

RYA TRAINING CENTRE & SEA SCHOOL

Portland Marina 14a Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1DX, tel: 01305 861250, mob: 07790 902610 bob@quality-time.info, www.quality-time.info

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8 Trinity Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TJ

Harbour Times started business in 1998.

It is situated on the old harbourside in Weymouth, Dorset.

We specialise in gold, silver and titanium jewellery and have over a thousand different models of watches plus a large range of clocks in all shapes and sizes.

RYA practical and shore based training courses from beginner to Yacht Master Powerboat Courses and ICC Certificates VHF/DSC radio courses Own boat tuition

Large selection of sailing & sports watches

We have original art work, prints and photographs of Weymouth and the surrounding area.

Boat deliveries by sea and assisted passages Competent Crew and Day Skipper sail Rib and Cruiser Charter Dive Charter

Boat delivery by road Trailer sales/hire

We also sell a selection of gifts including metal wall plaques, figurines and holiday souvenirs.

FREE DELIVERY ON ALL ITEMS • DISCOUNTS ON SELECTED ITEMS Harbour Times, 8 Trinity Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TJ

Tel: 01305 772184 Email: info@harbourtimes.co.uk www.harbourtimes.co.uk

Yacht Training with Sunsail From March to June and September to October 2012 a fleet of Sunsail F40s will be based at The Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, the country’s premier sailing venue with world-class facilities. With direct access to the London 2012 sailing area of Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay, amateur medal racing doesn’t get any better than this!

The Chase the Gold Regatta (1st March to 4th March) is a perfect way to experience the best of the South Coast waters. Leg 1 is a race from Portsmouth to Poole where you’ll get a unique opportunity to visit the RNLI Headquarters and experience some thrilling in-port racing. Leg 2 you’ll race to Weymouth, home of the sailing events of the 2012 Games and enjoy a gala dinner at the county’s premier sailing venue. The final day will include high adrenalin racing in Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay to battle it out for a podium place followed by the prize-giving ceremony.

The Gold Medal Regatta (4th – 6th May) is a two-day regatta in Weymouth for competitors to enjoy a full race programme and become champions of Weymouth.

The Medal Racing Programme (March-June and September-October) offers the ultimate opportunity to experience a taste of London 2012, with teams battling it out for Gold, Silver and Bronze. The day starts with a motivational talk before close racing around the cans. Tailor your event by choosing which bespoke medal package your event will require.

Our Yacht Charter packages will be available for a day, weekend or week. Or why not join the RYA Passage to Portland for a weekend of celebration and support the GBR sailing team.

We’re also offering RYA Sailing Schools courses from Weymouth or improve your race skills with our dedicated Race Training Weekend.

Call 0844 463 6851 or visit www.sunsailracing.com for more details.

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MARLBORO

Seventyseven is situated just

a short walk from The National Sailing Academy. We offer quality accommodation that is convenient for business and leisure, exploring the Jurassic Coast and Ferries to France and the Channel Islands. ¾ guest lounge ¾ roof terrace ¾ free Wifi in all rooms ¾ all bedrooms en-suite

Contact: Mark Jackson 77a Fortuneswell Portland Dorset DT5 1LY tel.+44(0)1305 826082 www.portland77.co.uk email:

Seventyseven

Bed & Breakfast Apartment Gallery* and Cafe*

Of course there’s much more than just fish-and-chips at the Marlboro’ for an extensive choice of deliciously hot meals from our take-away or in our licensed restaurant, Our friendly staff pride themselves on a good old-fashoned welcome, nothing less than you would expect from a family business - the same family that first opened the Marlboro’ back in the 70’s. Being situated at the Town Bridge, many of our customers thoroughly enjoy buying their meal from our take away, eating while sitting on the harbour side wall and watching the boats sail by.

WEYMOUTH TOWN BRIDGE - PHONE 785700 - FAX 760319

*due April 2012

The Royal Breakwater Hotel A magnificent grade 2 listed Victorian building nestled in the heart of the famous Portland Harbour. With an intimate and relaxed atmosphere.

It’s the place to stay!

Accommodation Bistro Restaurant

The Marlboro’ is one of Weymouth’s longest-established, traditional fish-and-chip shops, having first opened 35 years ago

OPEN ALL DAY, EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK

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Come along and try our Spectacular Food starting with Breakfast from 7.00 a.m. Homemade Bar Meals and Local Fresh Fish when available.

Check our website for details of events and live gigs or like us on facebook. We are located just behind Portland Castle, less than ten minutes stroll to the Sailing Academy.

Licenced Restaurant and Take Away

Real Ales Bar Meals

Phone 01305 820476 www.royalbreakwaterhotel.com Email rbhlimited@t alktalk.net Castletown, Portland, DT5 1BD

Information for Visitors Opening times Monday- Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday & Sundays: 8am-6pm Entry to the site An access code will be required to enter the site which you can obtain from our reception, or you can call our reception in advance (01305 866000). This will allow you to enter the site to drop boats or campervans off out of our working hours. These codes have valid to and from dates which usually span the weekend, so please remember to gain this code each time you visit.

Car parking Parking is free and we ask that cars are parked in the designated car parking spaces to the rear of the academy building. The dinghy park must be kept vehicle free for the safety of all pedestrians and to maximize boat space.

Classrooms If you have booked or wish to book a classroom please speak to our receptionist, she will provide you with an access code for entry, and we do have projector equipment available and televisions in selected rooms. We ask if you leave any valuable equipment in the lecture rooms that you ensure the door is shut behind you.

Launching We have 220 metres of slipway accessible at all states of wind and tides.

The slipways inside the compound are for manual launching. For vehicle launching we have a separate designated slipway, based between WPNSA and Portland Marina. Please ask at reception.

Day membership/weekly We invite everybody to share our fantastic facilities, you can do this in a number of ways, by taking out a membership in the form of daily, weekly or an annual membership. For further information please ask at reception.

Drying room After you have been on the water feel free to use our drying room, located opposite the changing rooms this will be left open for your convenience.

Please note that leaving items in here is done at your own risk.

Lockers Before you head out on the water, feel free to use our lockers to keep all your valuables safe. You can obtain a locker key from reception. You will be required to leave a ÂŁ10 refundable deposit.

Galley opening hours Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday: 8am-6pm These times are subject to bookings, during events and training if instructed the cafeteria can be open later for evening meals. We also have an onsite bar which again can be opened during the busy times of events and functions.

Times will be subject to booking details.

If you are a coach visiting our facilities for training you must come to reception to fill in a risk assessment on each day of your training and collect information regarding movements on the local waters.

Campervanning It is possible to park your campervan/caravan at the Sailing Academy, however tents are not allowed on site. Access to the clubhouse showers and changing rooms is provided 24/7. We do have some limited availability of pitches with access to electricity or you can bring your own generator. All campervan bookings can be made via our website.

Chandlery Over in the marina a short walk from the academy you will find Bussells our local chandlery open all year round. Contact 01305 785633 for more information. Or email info@bussells.co.uk

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For all your boating needs, Everything you would expect from a chandlers including...

• Service and repair of all makes of outboard • Inflatable boat and trailer repairs • Rigging and splicing specialists 30 Hope Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TU, and Unit 10, Portland Marina, Osprey Quay, Portland,Dorset DT5 1DX www.bussells.co.uk | info@bussells.co.uk | 01305 785633 A friendly welcome and personal service are Guaranteed Browse with no obligation.

Other Sporting Events With the outstanding facilities we have here at WPNSA we can accommodate any big sporting event. In the past we have been successful in hosting: • Triathlons Marathons and sea swimming events • Team building events • Corporate Sailing days • Offshore racing stopovers, starts and finishes Whether your event needs access to the water for swimmers and vessels or large amounts of outside space in which to erect marquees, the WPNSA is able to accommodate your needs. There is also a large car parking area to complement the extensive event facilities.

Our flexible approach to prospective events, the meticulous attention to detail and professionalism of our staff, together with our experience of hosting major national and international events makes us a winning choice.

Our physical location also makes it a great transitional centre for events that can take advantage of the stunning natural resources of Dorset. We have immediate access to the national coastal path and excellent additional outdoor pursuits on our doorstep.

For enquiries into using WPNSA as your sporting venue please email reception@wpnsa.org.uk or telephone 01305 866000.

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Portland Harbour Sailing Guide Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay are the main areas used for sailing.

The harbour covers an area of 8.6 square kilometres (2,125 acres), and is ideal for sailing as it is exposed to reliable winds from most directions, but is sheltered from large waves and currents by Chesil Beach and the breakwaters.

Race Area For 2012, it is the intention to have four courses in Weymouth Bay - one in Newton’s Cove, two along the northern shore of the bay and one - the most tidal - towards the southern side of the bay. Courses, most likely for the RS:X windsurfers and 49ers, will also be used inside the harbour walls. Because of this flexibility in the courses, there are options to move races around in the event of bad and difficult weather.

Sea State and Tide The location is dominated by the long, arching shingle crescent of Chesil Beach of the Jurassic Coast, which stretches from West Bay in the northwest to Portland in the south. The beach is only 200m at its widest and rises to about 11m above sea level. On the seaward side it shelves steeply away for 300m until it levels off to a depth of about 18m. At the tip of the Beach, Portland Bill juts out, where a tidal stream runs very strong and eddies of great extent form in the bays on each side of the peninsula. The streams run south for the majority of the time and there can be violent turbulence off the Bill, where these currents meet the east and west-going coastal ones.

Portland Harbour has a lot of things in its favour. It is sheltered from the predominant south-westerly winds by Chesil Beach; added breakwaters give protection from the south-easterlies. These features also stand as barriers against strong winds, large waves and currents. Together with the strong limestone of the Isle of Portland, they affect tides in Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour, where the maximum tidal range is small, less than 2.5m at springs and less than 1m at neaps.

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Tidal streams in Portland Harbour are irregular; the spring tide rate is approximately one knot and extends for only a short distance into and out of the harbour. But there are eddies off the heads of the breakwaters. Inside the harbour, tidal streams are imperceptible.

Inside Portland Harbour because the prevailing south-westerly wind comes over Chesil Beach, the water inside the harbour is offered some protection and tends to be quite flat. There is also the option to take racing outside Portland Harbour and into Weymouth Bay, though there is tide across this stretch of water. The strong feature of Weymouth and Portland is that it has ‘clean winds’. The prevailing south-westerly and westerly winds blowing across Chesil Beach give a limited ‘fetch’. Weymouth Bay is a relatively sheltered basin with clean winds and small waves. This means that sailing conditions for the venue are almost neutral, so that local knowledge is of no great importance.

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Race Management WPNSA have built up a long established reputation for running major championship events.

With many years of “hands on� experience, the WPNSA race management team has evolved to become an extremely efficient and professional operation.

Together with world class waters for sailing, large dinghy and car parks, we offer superb on-shore facilities enabling us to cater for regattas of up to 600 boats all year round.

The fully-licensed clubhouse provides a complete catering service if required with menus to suit all tastes and can lay on a mouth-watering spread which will satisfy competitors, officials and guests whatever the occasion, from barbecues right through to formal prize-giving black-tie dinners.

WPNSA offers everything from basic event facilities to a complete race management package personalized to suit the individual class association.

For further information or a quote please email reception@wpnsa.org.uk or call 01305 866000.

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Live Event Tracking Event organisers at Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy now have the option to access pay-as-you-go tracking infrastructure which will make the on-the-water action more accessible and more attractive to sailors, clubs, spectators, coaches and sponsors. The technology can be put in place to be used by major events, training days, small weekday events, youth activities or fun races.

This exciting development has come about after the Academy signed a collaboration agreement to work closely with TracTrac, the leaders in live sports tracking.

TracTrac already tracks the excitement and action at most major sailing events, recently working closely with 2011 Skandia Sail for Gold to deliver a fantastic tracking experience both on the web and at venue via a 25-foot big screen. In addition to the WPNSA race management services on offer for race events on the site, this technology will now be available at an affordable rate within a fully-managed operation.

TracTrac live tracking will present a number of benefits for event organisers using WPNSA facilities. Participants and coaches will be able to analyse and replay the race, compare themselves against their competitors and visualise key moments of the race. TracTrac can assist race organisers in course setting, improve safety, support jury decisions and display results. And on top of all this spectators can live the excitement, understand the competition and feel close to the action.

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Hotel Aqua

The Aqua Cafe and Wreck Bar Open to all

Free Wifi

Short walk from the Marina

Function Room hire

Great Food, Great Value 25 En-Suite rooms refurbished 2011

Drying room & kit showers Free Parking

“The Aqua’s clean, comfortable and affordable rooms and close proximity make it a great accommodation option when the Artemis Offshore Academy squad train at WPNSA” Artemis Offshore Academy “We had the most fantastic stay at the Aqua Hotel, I booked 23 of us in from the Exe and our every whim was catered for, from drying our kit to providing us with a hearty breakfast and serving the finest whiskey.

All we had to do was get on and enjoy the sailing because we knew the Aqua had got it covered.”

Debbie Woodcock, Trio Captain Exe Sailing Club Host to numerous International Sailing Federations and Clubs Hotel Aqua, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1BD +44(0)1305 860 269, www.hotelaqua.co.uk online bookings: www.hotelaqua.co.uk

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Weddings, Functions and Seminars Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) has a wide selection of well-appointed rooms available for private hire.

From business meetings, seminars and workshops to weddings, parties and corporate functions, our experienced and courteous staff are here to provide a first class service to make it a day to remember.

WPSNA can cater for almost any occasion. Our functions and seminars coordinator will tailor your package to your own unique requirements. We regularly host: • Seminars and workshops • Weddings • Formal dinners • Parties • Balls and proms • Exhibitions • Socials and parties • Meetings/interviews • Corporate days • Christmas parties • Christenings • Funeral receptions WPNSA boasts a variety of different rooms all with disabled access.

Equipment can also be provided – such as flipcharts, projectors and screens and there is free Wifi available throughout the building.

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Our rooms

• Small lecture/meeting room with a capacity of 10-15 people • Medium lecture/meeting room with a capacity of up to 30 people • Large meeting/briefing room with a capacity of up to 70 people • Event hall with a capacity of up to 350 people seated banquet style and 450 buffet style. It also includes a large bar and catering facilities.

• ‘Spinnakers’ our main function room with a capacity of up to 150 people seated banquet-style and 200 buffet-style with its own servery and bar. It now has a built-in projector and screen to make your presentations even more professional and appealing. New for 2012 is a substantially enlarged balcony boasting magnificent views across Portland Harbour, Weymouth Bay and beyond to the Jurassic Coast.

Our produce is locally sourced, prepared and cooked by our top class catering team. The same attention to detail is given to all our menus, from a finger buffet to a large celebration banquet.

For more information or a chat to discuss your function please contact us by calling 01305 866000 or by email: reception@wpnsa.org.uk

Corporate Entertaining

The Academy is the perfect place to host corporate functions or events.

Situated overlooking some of the finest sailing waters in the world, with the stunning backdrop of the Jurassic Coast, we can guarantee a memorable experience for your staff and clients.

Corporate days run by WPNSA work so well because of the extensive facilities which are available both on water and on land. As well as the worldclass sailing boats, the Academy is able to offer conference and meeting rooms and a fully-licensed restaurant and bar allowing you to combine work with pleasure. Whether you want to try dinghy sailing, experience big boat sailing at its most exciting or simply enjoy a leisurely cruise around the world-famous waters we can arrange a bespoke event which best suits your individual needs.

For more information contact us via email at reception@wpnsa.org.uk or by telephone by calling 01305 866000.

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INJURY CLINIC

A number of different treatments and therapies are now available at WPNSA.

On-site physiotherapy Osprey Quay Therapies provides physiotherapy for injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Soft tissue therapist Samantha provides the very best in assessment, treatment and rehabilitation advice within professional ‘world class’ surroundings. Sam is keen to promote the message that sports massage is not solely for the sporting individual but for anyone suffering muscle or joint pain.

Whether you are 9 or 99, an elite athlete or have never stepped inside a gym, we will provide the very best rehabilitation to help you through your recovery post-injury, accident or illness and help you reach your optimum potential.

Are you a keen sportsperson requiring regular maintenance sessions to aid recovery, reduce your chance of injury, enhance your performance and have the edge over your competitors? …A soft tissue treatment might be just the remedy you’re looking for.

Are you hosting an event at the wpnsa?

Samantha can organise soft tissue treatments at your event. Discounts for pre-arranged group bookings.

Quay Therapy is currently open Samantha: Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays and Saturdays Katherine: Tuesday’s Thursdays Friday and Saturday Phone: 01305 788224 Mobile: 07773359556.

Please feel free to call Samantha for a no obligation chat and to discuss your treatment needs.

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Katherine is an experienced physiotherapist registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Health Professions Council and Acupuncture Association of Physiotherapists.

The Physiotherapy Clinic is open 1.30pm to 5.30pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. We are happy to arrange home visits outside these times.

Katherine is happy to have a no-obligation chat about your requirements and treatment options.

Tel: 07968 810883 Email: katherineknight@btinternet.com How to find us on site Quay Therapy is situated on the first floor at the WPNSA providing easy wheelchair access. There is free car parking on site and a spacious treatment room with a hydraulic couch and en suite toilet facilities.

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Legacy at WPNSA – The Chesil Trust Programme The Chesil Trust is an independent registered charity which enables children and young people with disabilities, and those experiencing disadvantages or social exclusion to develop practical and leadership skills through the delivery of subsidised sailing training courses, ranging from introductory days through to qualification courses. These courses are delivered through schools and other organisations.

Over the last six years, The Chesil Trust has helped almost nine thousand children and young people to participate in the initial ‘Sail for £5’ introductory course, many of whom went on to further develop their skills in the certificated RYA Level 1 & 2 continuation courses.

By providing access to training facilities for sailing and seamanship, The Chesil Trust works with young people including those at risk of involvement in drugs, alcohol, crime or exclusion from school, offering them new skills in teamwork and leadership, diverting them to a more constructive life and employment paths. The Trust works with Dorset’s schools to identify children and young people who would benefit from this form of training. Many are at risk of exclusion from traditional career paths because of physical disability or low educational achievement.

The Chesil Trust is also working with underprivileged children from East London schools and are also welcoming children with disabilities from across the nation.

Children taking part in the ‘Sail for £5’ Chesil Trust Programme have the opportunity to try sailing in the same location where Team GB train and where the four GB gold medallists trained prior to Beijing 2008. Legends such as Ben Ainslie, Sarah Dempsey and Iain Percy have all trained at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy and understand the importance of inspiring new generations into the sport of sailing.

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Sailing Academy’s philosophy,” Ben Ainslie, also a WPNSA Director, said.

“We are committed to helping less privileged Dorset children try water sports at the venue and continue to support them through to racing events.

A Sail for a Fiver child today may be a medal winner by 2016 and it is our job to ensure this opportunity is given to the young people and people with disabilities’.

For the youngsters who show talent there is also ongoing support from the Chesil Trust through a talent development scheme. Taking a child to a different dinghy regatta every weekend can be costly so the scheme is essential, so far it is has helped seven individuals who have gone on to win three Youth World Championships.

The Trust relies entirely on voluntary contributions for its funding. If you can help, please contact: Tom Grainger, c/o Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1SA.

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Green Credentials WPNSA has a commitment to stewardship of the environment and has been described by Natural England as ‘an example of best practice’. We have achieved the Sustainable Event Certification (BS 8901), a management system standard designed to help organisations in the events industry improve the sustainability of their event-related activities, products and services.

The award-winning building was designed to be energy efficient and has the largest photovoltaic array for the generation of solar energy yet installed in South Dorset. Working with SSE Energy, the extended photovoltaic installation now generates 20 per cent of the electricity requirement.

The venue, in conjunction with SSE won the 2008 Sport Industry Award for ‘Environmental Concern in Sport’. In 2009 the WPNSA won the International Olympic Committee recognised architectural award ‘the IPC/IAKS Distinction for Accessibility’ for excellent disabled access.

We also won an acclaimed Environmental Award from Britain’s best-selling yachting magazine in 2011. The Practical Boat Owner Green Awards selected WPNSA as winner of the ‘Marine Service and Support’ award. The PBO Awards recognise marine businesses that have taken steps to reduce the environmental impact of leisure boating and thereby make the industry more sustainable.

‘Power Perfector’ technology is fitted, reducing power consumption by a further 10 per cent. The green Power Perfector technology was introduced to the UK market in 2001 and works by improving grid-supplied power quality and adjusting voltage to optimum levels for equipment on site so it works more efficiently and wastes less energy.

In addition to this, there is also the recovery of ‘grey water’ from the roof which is used for boat washing in substitution for mains water and an active recycling programme in place recently extended to recycling old sails and batteries as well as the installation of motion-sensitive lights throughout the complex.

Marine litter is also taken seriously, last year a Marine Litter Summit in conjunction with the Dorset Coast Forum was hosted on site to highlight the issue and enforce strict policies at the site.

In April 2011, the Academy also hosted a conference promoting clean and sustainable seas and oceans with a number of very prominent national and international figures.

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Testimonials “I just wanted to say a big thank you for all your support and help over the last weekend. All the feedback we’ve received has been hugely positive, much of which has stemmed from the fact that we were using a great venue, and you provided such a warm welcome. I’ve passed on to the team who will be looking after the regional Selection Event that they’re going to have a ball down in Weymouth & Portland!”

Andrew Newman, London 2012

“We could not have asked for more of the venue or the staff. We just hope that we can replicate this event in all of the other regions we are visiting to the same kind of standard. This certainly set the bar high and with the help and support of your team made the whole day a complete success!”

Rebecca Carr, London 2012

“I couldn’t have hoped for a better forum in which to discuss the Government’s aspirations for the tourism industry, or for a more fitting arena in which to focus on the excitement and potential which the 2012 Games offer to Dorset, and indeed the whole of the UK. John Penrose and I were both extremely impressed with the state-of-the-art facilities at the Academy and with the smooth and professional running of proceedings.

Please convey my thanks to all of your staff who contributed.

The tour of the venue sites you provided really helped to bring to life the scale of the operation being undertaken locally in preparation for the Games and the true enthusiasm and energy being poured into the project by a huge number of people from across the region.”

Jeremy Hunt MP Secretary of State for Culture, Olympics, Media & Sport

“In my mind, Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour are the finest sailing areas in the UK. With the development of the new purpose-built, on-shore facilities at the Academy, it’s in an unbeatable place to train, whatever your level.”

Sarah Dempsey, double Olympic Gold Medallist

“Very able, willing and friendly staff. Excellent race management and a good set of volunteers.”

Heather Chipperfield, RS Class Association

“I just wanted to thank you, the Academy and in particular the Race Officer for yet another superb event this weekend. Organisation, both on and off the water, was first class, and the little touches were much appreciated.”

Mike Ball, Solo Association

“We’ve had an absolutely FANTASTIC weekend at WPNSA/SailLaser Weymouth. Our customers/competitors have had a brilliant weekend and I think it’s true to say that everybody left with a smile on their face yesterday afternoon.”

Katie Ashworth, the then Marketing Manager, LaserPerformance Europe Ltd

“My huge thanks to you both for facilitating and running an excellent Burton Event for the National 12 Class over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Feedback from all those who participated has been unanimously positive as was clearly evident at the final prize-giving on Tuesday afternoon.”

Tim Gatti, National 12 Class Chairman.

“Everything was fantastic!! Amazing! Thank you so much to everyone!”

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WPNSA Sponsors Gold Level Sponsor

Scottish and Southern Energy, now known as SSE Energy, is one of the largest energy companies in the UK. It is involved in the generation, transmission, distribution and supply of electricity; energy trading; the storage, distribution and supply of gas; electrical and utility contracting; and telecoms.

Scottish and Southern Energy have been involved with the Academy for many years and have contributed significantly to the development of community sailing programmes, particularly in respect to the Sail for a Fiver Scheme.

In addition to providing financial support to the Academy their assistance with energy-reduction schemes such as the installation of photovoltaic cells has helped the Academy achieve outstanding environmental credentials which were instrumental to WPNSA winning the 2008 Sport Industry Award for Environmental Concern in Sport.

Silver Level Sponsors

Charles Russell LLP are a top-50 full service City legal practice. They have the expertise and size to advise on complex, cross-border transactions and to project-manage the input of an international network of major law firms. They also recognise their responsibility in every aspect of operations; from the way they operate their business to the ways in which they contribute to the community and manage their impact on the environment.

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Charles Russell LLP are a long term supporter of the Academy, their involvement has also been invaluable in the running of reduced rate community sailing programmes and the development of a positive legacy.

The distinctive Jaffa Tour Bus can often be seen at WPNSA handing out juicy oranges to everyone on site. Their sponsorship has enabled us to upgrade our event management capabilities and a ‘Jaffa Regatta’ has been held on site.

Since 1965 when Musto was founded by Keith Musto, a British Olympic sailor and engineer, their clothes have been keeping athletes warm, dry and comfortable even in the most extreme conditions.

Today Musto is the world’s leading sailing and country sports clothing brand, and is further extending into lifestyle outdoor clothing.

Musto provide all the WPNSA clothing worn at the Academy, keeping the staff warm and dry when they are working outside and looking smart when they are inside!

Bronze Level Sponsors

Cadbury, the iconic British brand, is a new sponsor of WPNSA. Sports participants and spectators at the venue will now be able to enjoy the taste of Cadbury with hot chocolate during the winter months as well as a range of the muchloved Cadbury products available all year round.

Cadbury has a strong connection with British society providing treats, bringing a moment of fun and a smile to everyone’s faces. They hope to give a moment of pleasure and inspiration to Weymouth and Portland’s local communities and global water sports enthusiasts, bringing the spirit of fun, enthusiasm and excitement to all.

BAE Systems are a global defence, security and aerospace company committed to working effectively with sponsorship and charitable partners to benefit their customers and the communities in which they operate.

As well as charitable giving, BAE Systems commit significant engineering resources and technologies to support British athletes hoping to achieve sporting success at the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, World and European Championships. BAE Systems provide sponsorship to both the Academy and The Chesil Trust.

Icom is regarded as one of the world’s leading radio manufacturers. Years of dedication have produced a range of marine products that are unsurpassed for quality, excellence and reliability.

Icom supports WPNSA with the provision of radios necessary to ensure the safe and smooth running of events and training.

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How to Find Us Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy is located in Portland, Dorset, four miles south of Weymouth town centre. For satellite navigation purposes our postcode is DT5 1SA.

Directions

By Car

From Dorchester Take the A354 to Weymouth.

From Poole and Bournemouth Take the A352, which then becomes A353, to Weymouth.

From Bridport Take the B3157 to Weymouth.

When you arrive at Weymouth Take the A354 to Portland. This will bring you to the causeway linking Weymouth and Portland. Halfway along the causeway you will reach a miniroundabout. Turn left, we are signposted ‘Sailing Academy’.

By Sea There are high-speed Condor ferries to and from Guernsey, Jersey and St Malo from Weymouth (via the Channel Islands) and cross-Channel ferries from Poole.

By Air Bournemouth is the nearest local airport, while there are other regional airports at Southampton, Exeter and Bristol. It is possible to catch public transport to Portland from any of these locations, as it is from Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Taxi information There are many taxi ranks around Weymouth town centre (some will be waiting outside the train station) and there are taxis lined up along the sea front available for hire. Alternatively if you would like a list of taxi numbers, please contact us on 01305 866000 or reception@wpnsa.org.uk

By Bus Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy has its own bus stop. Local bus services serving the Academy are provided by First Buses and South West Coaches.

By Rail There are frequent daily services linking Weymouth to London Waterloo and to Bristol and the south-west.

Direct hourly service to/from London Waterloo (2hrs 40mins) Direct regular service to/from Bristol Temple Meads (2hrs 45mins) Direct frequent service from Southampton Parkway & Southampton Central (approx 1hr) For train journey times and information please see www.nationalrail.co.uk or call National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50 Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

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Contact Us We look forward to welcoming you to Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. If you have any questions or would like further information, then please do not hesitate to contact us.

WPNSA Osprey Quay Portland Dorset DT5 1SA Telephone: 01305 866000 Fax: 01305 866001 Email: reception@wpnsa.org.uk Website: www.wpnsa.org.uk You can also interact with us on Facebook and Twitter: Twitter: twitter.com/WPNSA Facebook: www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=11377750141

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