Join us at the WOW Festival – Women on Water!
The WOW Festival is a fantastic opportunity for women to experience a wide range of on-water activities in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you're completely new to boating, looking to build confidence, or a seasoned sailor who's explored the world, this event is for you.
It’s an open-entry festival that brings together women of all experience levels who share a love for nature, adventure, and community. It's the perfect chance to develop your skills, try something new, and connect with others who are just as passionate about being on the water.
You don’t need to have completed a WOW program before - just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm to learn more about boating.
Scheduled activities include:
Dinghy Sailing
Keelboat Sailing
Powerboating
Windsurfing
Paddleboarding
No prior experience is necessary—it’s a day focused on learning, laughing, and connecting. This event is designed for adults, and buoyancy aids will be provided for those who don’t have their own. Full event details will be shared once ticket sales close.
Your ticket includes:
All activities, a delicious lunch, a goodie bag, and best of all—a fun-filled day making memories with a great group of women.
If you would like to know more info please contact jessica.penney@rya.org.uk
Please state any dietary requirements in your registration.
Please book your ticket in advance to avoid disappointment, tickets will close on the Sunday 24th of May, to enable the sailing club, event organisers and volunteers to prepare for the event.
Notes:
All activities will run within the clubs safety operating procedures and guidance.
Additional registration and preparation may be necessary and will be detailed in advance.
Should there be a case of bad weather the event will be cancelled and participants will receive a refund.
Refunds/Cancellation policy
We expect you to read and understand this RYANI policy before booking
https://www.rya.org.uk/rya-regions/rya-ni/about-us/Pages/policies-and-procedures.aspx
Applied to wow festival - Cancellation of a booking notified in writing or email (ryani@rya.org.uk) to the RYA Northern Ireland Office, at least seven days before the date of the event to receive a refund.
For GDPR purposes, information is held in line with RYANI Privacy & Data Protection Policy
https://www.rya.org.uk/legal/privacy-security-and-data-protection
No prior experience is necessary—it’s a day focused on learning, laughing, and connecting. This event is designed for adults, and buoyancy aids will be provided for those who don’t have their own. All equipment, specialist clothing and lunch will be provided. Full event details will be shared once ticket sales close.
| Cost | ||
|---|---|---|
RYA Member |
£35.00 | |
Non RYA Member |
£45.00 |
Ballyholme Yacht Club
Seacliff Road
Bangor
BT20 5HT