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Integrated sailing opportunities

The Andrew Cassell Foundation enables individuals with physical disabilities and impairments to race competitively in sailing on an equal level playing field with and against able bodied sailors, in an inclusive and equal environment in all classes.
Find out more about how you can join in racing for the disabled.

© Ian Wyllie / @acfsailing

Come sailing with ACF

ACF uses Stack Team App, a sports team management App to get people on the water safely and organise bookings. Stack Team App is free, safe and works on desktop, Android and iOS devices.

In memory of Andrew Cassell 1942-2025

Some reading related to Andy’s story and this Foundation…

History of the Foundation

Read more: History of the Foundation

Andrew Cassell’s Biography

Read more: Andrew Cassell’s Biography

Andy’s Experience of the Notorious 1979 Fastnet Race

Read more: Andy’s Experience of the Notorious 1979 Fastnet Race

© Paul Wyeth

Be social with @acfsailing

Instagram from the Andrew Cassell Foundation

Thank you to our supporters

Joliffes Chandlery, support ACF
Logo of Spinlock
Paul Wyeth, photographer, supports ACF
Ramsey & Lapthorn, Sailmakers, support ACF
East Cowes Sailing Club
Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club, support ACF

Andrew Cassell Foundation (Racing for the Disabled) is a Charity in England and Wales: 1057742

Supports people with disabilities (mainly physical & sensory) to take part in yacht racing and cruising and to encourage the integration of sailors with disabilities with able bodied sailors