Meet Josef

Born with a rare neurological condition, 24-year old Josef is developing his communication skills and learning how to work as part of a crew. Cowes Sailability Club has been an amazing opportunity for Josef, enabling him to do things that he wouldn’t otherwise...

Meet Richard

Being a member of Cowes Sailability Club gives stroke survivor Richard a positive reason to leave his house. I’ve just finished my first season as a member of Cowes Sailability Club and I will definitely be signing up again next year. It’s been a great summer,...

Meet Isabella

Invincible! 9-year old Isabella was emboldened by the opportunity to helm a motorboat. My daughter Isabella has Down syndrome and gets easily overwhelmed in social situations. The trips organised by Cowes Sailability Club are so good for her, because they help her...

Meet Oliver

Boat trips are a great adventure for 7-year old Oliver, who has had 13 surgeries in his young life. Life can be tough for Oliver who was born with several significant and life-altering anatomical malformations, resulting in a condition known as VACTERL association. ...

Meet Tristan

A young adult with autism, Tristan has developed a love of all things boating! Tristan helming one of Cowes Sailability Club’s Drascombe Longboats My son Tristan loves being a member of Cowes Sailability Club, as it gives him the opportunity to go sailing...

Meet Phil

After the sudden onset of a disabling illness left him feeling suicidal, Phil found fun and friendship at Cowes Sailability Club. Read why Phil says ‘Cowes Sailability Club saved my life’ I was working for the ambulance service on the Isle of Wight when I was struck...