About Us
Since 1994, the ASAA’s program objectives have been:
- to provide sailing opportunities for people with disabilities
- to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with disabilities
- to promote the ongoing development of sailor’s skills
- to promote the integration of disabled sailors into able-bodied sailing activities
- to enable high-level quadriplegics to sail independently.
Without the accessible equipment and support we provide, many of our clients would not be able to have the opportunity to get out on the water and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of sailing. There are two streams of programming that we provide during the operational year: Community Sailing and Individual Sailing. The priority of both streams is to provide a safe and inclusive environment for sailing. Sailing is a unique sport as it allows our members to leave their disability on the dock and experience independence and freedom in a way that would not otherwise be available.
I can’t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”
- Jimmy Dean
Opportunity
Able Sail provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in the rehabilitative benefits of sailing and engage with the sailing community in Alberta.
Accessibility
Able Sail provides and maintains a fleet of accessible boats with power assisted equipment to remove any limitations.
Independence
Our focus is the growth and well-being of the individual to experience the therapeutic benefits of sailing.
What We've Achieved
Provided therapeutic and rehabilitative sailing opportunities to a variety of individuals and Community Partners for individuals with disabilities.
Engaged members of the community to get involved and volunteer.
Hosted and participated in Mobility Cup promoting the shared benefits of sailing nationally.
Involvement in the integration and inclusion of people with disabilities within the sailing community in Alberta.
