What We Do
Vision & Mission
Our Mission is to bridge the gap between the funding received from Sport Ireland and the actual cost of running world-class high performance programmes.
Our Values
Empowering
Empowering talented and ambitious sailors to represent Ireland at the highest level of sailing.
Dynamic
The world of High-Performance sailing is continually evolving. The Irish Sailing Foundation recognises and understands the need to continually adapt and progress.
Inclusive
The ISF is committed to ensuring that High-Performance sailing in Ireland is inclusive to all those who wish to succeed at the highest level in the sport, regardless of background or gender.
Efficient
As a Not-For Profit organisation, we are committed to the highest standard of governance and to ensuring that our organisation is lean in its approach.
Performance Pathway
The Irish Sailing Pathway focusses on the development of sailors from ages 15-23. The Irish Sailing Foundation aims to ensure greater support across the Pathway for talented sailors.
Step
1
ILCA 4 & Topper Squads - Age 14-16
Squads are selected for the Irish Sailing Winter & Summer Squads in the Topper and ILCA4 classes, based on performance at Irish Sailing Youth Nationals and other competitive regattas. The focus is on training to compete at international level.
Step
2
Academy - Age 16-18
Athletes are selected based on performance to date as well as behaviour, attitude, motivation and ambition. The programme is more intensive and involves competing in a series of international regattas annually.
Step
3
Development Squad - Age 18-23
Athletes at this stage of the Pathway are required to make a major change in their level of training commitment, at a time when life is changing for them – leaving school, going to university.
Step
4
Senior Squad (23+)
At this stage of the Pathway, athletes are committing to an Olympic campaign if they have not already done so. Ideally, there will be several teams competing at this level.
Governance
Sporting Organisations in Ireland are not considered charitable entities. The Irish Sailing Foundation is recognised as a Body for Public Good.
The ISF is registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee and is audited independently on an annual basis. All audited accounts are publicly available.
