RQYS Recruits Mentor for Juniors

The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron has recruited local aspiring Olympic sailor Jared West as a mentor for the Sailing Academy’s Junior Sailing Program.

The Junior Sailing Program provides a fun and exciting environment for getting kids into sailing.

Jared will be assisting Sailing Academy Coach Carl Webster as a volunteer coach, guest speaker and fitness trainer.

This role comes naturally to Jared, who shares a passion for helping juniors get active in sport.

Jared has a Masters degree in Human Movement Studies and has worked extensively as a strength and conditioning coach with junior athletes. Jared is also one of the top dinghy sailors in Australia and is a member of the 2010 Australian Sailing Development Squad and inaugural Queensland Academy of Sport sailing program.

“I look forward to sharing my experiences to help inspire our kids towards a lifelong participation in the sport.”

For more information, contact Carl Webster at the Squadron’s Sailing Academy on 07 3396 8666 or visit http://sailingacademy.rqys.com.au