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Sail Our Way- RS Feva Female Participation Project program 2025

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This activity received grant funding from the Australian Government.

Overview

Australian Sailing is excited to announce applications for the ‘Sail Our Way’ Female Participation Feva Project program open 9th of April 2025. 

First round closing 1st of June 2025.

‘Sail Our Way’ Female Participation RS Feva Project – Encouraging Female Participation in Sailing 

Australian Sailing and Sailing Raceboats have partnered to deliver the RS Feva Female Participation Project, a subsidised equipment opportunity for Discover Sailing Centres (DSCs), made possible through funding from the Australian Government’s Play Our Way initiative. 

This initiative provides subsidies for double-handed RS Feva dinghies, supporting the growth of female participation in sailing. The RS Feva class offers both social and competitive pathways for sailors of all ages, and this program will help grow RS Feva opportunities for women and girls through DSC programs, coaching, and competitive pathways across Australia. 

How the RS Feva Equipment Subsidy Works 

The subsidy is specifically designed to increase female participation in sailing. DSCs can apply for significantly discounted, purpose-fit RS Feva boats to enhance their programs, including: 

  • Dinghy programs 

  • OutThere Sailing 

  • Green, Intermediate, and Advanced Fleet Participation Programs 

Funding & Availability 

The subsidy is funded by the Australian Government under the Play Our Way initiative. 

  • The RS Feva Program will run for three rounds under this grant initiative. 

  • A limited number of boats are available under this scheme. 

  • Through the RS Feva Female Participation Project, Australian Sailing and Sailing Raceboats will subsidise over 30% of the cost of each RS Feva. 

Pricing & Package Details 

Successful DSC applicants will be able to purchase an RS Feva at a total subsidised price of $10,249.30 (incl. GST) per boat, plus freight to their club (Current RRP $15,399). 

Each RS Feva package includes: 

  • Custom Dacron mainsail and Dacron jib,  

  • Spinnaker pack 

  • Top cover & trolley 

  • Optional extras (race packs, wind indicators, race jibs, etc.) available at a discounted rate for successful applicants. 

Click here for more details on the RS Feva. 

Application Process & Next Steps 

  • Compete the Application Form.

  • The first shipment to successful applicants will leave RS headquarters in June to be ready for the 2025/26 summer season. (This first round closes 1st of June)

  • Payment must be complete before shipment. Freight costs and arrangements will be coordinated between Sailing Raceboats and successful clubs. 

Beyond the subsidy, Australian Sailing and Sailing Raceboats will collaborate on additional support to grow the RS Feva class and increase female participation through: 

  • Coaching clinics 

  • Webinars 

  • RS Feva-specific training resources 

  • Marketing support 

Have Any Questions?

Please get in touch with Kate Hyde (National Participation Coordinator)

 kate.hyde@sailing.org.au 

1. DSC Details

2. Boat Details

3. Female Participation Program Information

How the DSC retains female participation and continues to develop individuals through a pathway and into future club members.

Please provide a breakdown of female participants by:

Feva Grant Use & Impact

4. Marketing

(eg. In the name for your female participation programs in Rev Sport)

Provide links to all tool/ platforms used for Female participation Program Promotion (Including your website, Social media and any other community engagement platforms)

5. Application Confirmation

  1. I have authorisation from my DSC to apply for this Program. 2. I confirm the DSC understands the financial arrangement, including the requirement to pay the DSC's 70% of the boat price to confirm the order (plus GST and shipping costs within Australia). 3. The DSC agrees to own the boats for a period of 5 years. 4. The DSC agrees to supply Australian Sailing with images of the boats being used in the DSC's Participation Programs. By submitting these images the DSC gives permission to Australian Sailing, Sailing Raceboats and Department of Health to use such photographs for promotional or other sailing and boating development and marketing purposes without my further consent being obtained. 5. The DSC agrees to provide information and course details for case study purposes. 6.The DSC agrees to sign the Sail Our Way womens charter if successful.