The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is the UK's recognised national association for sailing, windsurfing, motor cruising, sportsboats , personal watercraft and powerboat racing.
The RYA was formed as the Yacht Racing Association in 1875. Its initial aim was to harmonise the right-of-way and handicap rules for yacht racing. It became the Royal Yachting Association in 1952.
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