The ASF Group
To realise our vision of ‘access for all’, we’ve established a growing network of not-for-profit Andrew Simpson Centres and specialised centres across the UK, delivering our charitable programmes, RYA courses, subsidised activities, and clubs to young people from all backgrounds and abilities. We also operate through our two subsidiary charities, Sail Training Trust and Horizons.
Andrew Simpson Centres
Our not-for-profit centres are a nationwide network of specialist watersports facilities dedicated to making sailing, water and land-based activity accessible for all.
Andrew Simpson Yachting
Our not-for-profit specialist training centre delivering exceptional yachting instruction from beginner level through to advanced qualifications.
Performance Academy
The pinnacle of our performance sailing pathway, where promising young sailors are supported in reaching their full potential.
Our partners
At the Andrew Simpson Foundation (ASF) we believe partnership working significantly expands and diversifies opportunities in and around the water for young people. We work with partners in our communities who are aligned to our vision to help us expand access, reach new communities, and deepen our impact.
Swim England
RNLI
Bournemouth University
Sail GP
BUSA
Henri Lloyd
Decathlon
Neilson
PGL
Boatfolk
Portsmouth City Council
Birmingham City Council
West Berkshire Council
Dorset Council
Sport Birmingham
Bartley Sailing Club
Tideway Wealth Investment
Our collaborations
We believe collaboration is key to creating truly accessible pathways. The projects below are delivered in partnership with others to expand reach, deepen impact, and open up more opportunities on and off the water.
Into the Green & Blue
An ambitious community collaboration that aims to offer year-round access to blue and green activities that support health, wellbeing, and opportunity across Birmingham.
