The Even Keel Project also serves groups and individuals for rehabilitation purposes and acts as a training ground for those who want to sail competitively or sail just for fun. We think this is a great idea. Only few sports can provide both a tranquil ride coupled with an adrenaline racing, physically and mentally demanding activity while seated and teaching coordination out on the water. Small boat sailing fits this bill entirely. For their match races, an abled bodied pro sailor is teamed up with a less abled body amateur to compete for their own award cup.
This group is located in England and is currently working with people from all over England and Wales. Check out this video below from the Artemis Even Keel Challenge a couple of years ago. It explains more about their races and programs.
We think this group is doing great things to support and build the sailing community in new ways. If you are interested in being a participant or donating to their program click on the link below and it will take you to their website.
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