ASTO Conference

Each January we bring together more than 150 sea-going and shore-based staff, volunteers, trustees and sector partners from across the UK.

Credit: Max Mudie

Bringing the Sail Training Community Together

We welcome people from across sail training and related sectors who share our commitment to safe, inclusive and effective experiences at sea.

It’s an opportunity to share best practice, learn from each other and build a network of people who understand the challenges and rewards of sail training. Expert guest speakers bring fresh perspectives and inspiration, alongside practical sessions on the issues that matter to our community. As the representative body for UK sail training, ASTO connects its members with expertise, support and a collective voice.

Our conference puts those connections into practice, helping organisations feel supported and equipped to deliver the best possible voyages. Delegates leave with ideas to share, relationships to draw on and renewed confidence in their work.