Sailing

Sailing participation overview

Sailing is the 22nd most popular female activity, ahead of canoeing and kayaking, with around 19,400 women sailing at least once a week.

 

Just about 1% of female sailors are from a BME group and only 15% are from low income households.

Sailing is more popular with men than women; however participation in sailing does appear to be declining.

 

45,300 women sail every at least once every four weeks.