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How She Sails: Claire

Published Mon 11 May 2020
How long have you been in the sport of Sailing?
35 years

What Club, Association or company are you involved with?
Australian Sailing, Darwin Sailing Club, Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association

What Part do you play in our sport?
Sailor; Club Volunteer; Sport Promoter; National Sporting Organisation; Marine Industry

Tell us how you first got involved with Sailing.
Sailing with mum & dad on an S80 and on my own in Lasers.

There are many pathways in sailing, where has your journey taken you?
I have worked at watersports resorts and adventure centres in Greece, Ireland, England & Australia.
I have done deliveries throughout Mediterranean, Middle East, Indian Ocean, New Zealand, Australia and Asia.
I have competed in a variety of events across Australia, Asia & Europe.

Whatever part of sailing you belong to, tell us about what you enjoy about your sport?
Travel, friendships, family & fun ..You can have them all whilst sailing :)
 
What would you say to someone thinking about getting into sailing?
Its not just a sport its a past time and can become a way of life.
 
 
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How She Sails Age Group: 35-44 Sailor Club Volunteer Sport Promoter National Sporting Organisation Marine Industry