A volunteer-led sailing experience for veterans

Veteran Sailing:

Freedom, Fellowship

& the Healing Power of the Sea

Set Sail Towards Connection, Confidence & Calm

Veteran Sailing is a fully funded, volunteer-powered sailing initiative a proven pathway for veterans to reconnect with nature, with purpose, and with each other, through activities and the open waters. Whether you’re here to sail, support, or you belong on deck.

Veteran Sailing:

Freedom, Fellowship

& the Healing Power of the Sea

Set Sail Towards Connection,

Confidence & Calm

Veteran Sailing is a fully funded, volunteer-powered sailing initiative a proven pathway for veterans to reconnect with nature, with purpose, and with each other, through activities and the open waters. Whether you’re here to sail, support, or you belong on deck.

Because You've Carried Enough - Let the Wind Carry You Now

If you're a veteran ready to reconnect, you already know the value of true camaraderie.

You’ve experienced things few can understand, and that gives you a strength and perspective that’s unmatched.

This is your space to breathe, belong, and set sail with others who just get it.

No expectations. Just good people, good vibes, and the healing rhythm of the sea.

Because You've Carried Enough - Let the Wind Carry You Now

If you're a veteran ready to reconnect, you already know the value of true camaraderie.

You’ve experienced things few can understand, and that gives you a strength and perspective that’s unmatched.

This is your space to breathe, belong, and set sail with others who just get it.

No expectations. Just good people, good vibes, and the healing rhythm of the sea.

Become a Member

Joining Veteran Sailing as a member offers you continuous support and fellowship. As a member, you'll have access to regular sailing sessions, exclusive events, and a community that understands and shares your experiences.

Benefits of Memberships:

  • Regular sailing opportunities

  • Access to exclusive events​

  • Support and fellowship for the rest of your life

Become a Mentor

Share your skills and experiences by becoming a mentor. As a mentor, you'll support fellow veterans both on and off the water, helping them navigate their sailing journey and fostering a sense of camaraderie and purpose.

As a Mentor, you will:

  • Guide and support veterans during sailing sessions​

  • Share your knowledge and experiences​

  • Help build a strong, connected community

Feedback

Your voice matters, this is your project.

Your feedback helps shape the future of Veteran Sailing. Share your thoughts, your stories, and your ideas, because this space is better with you in it, and your voice is what makes Veteran Sailing truly special.

Why your feedback matters:

  • Help us shape future sessions and events

  • Celebrate what’s working and fine-tune what we can improve on

  • Inspire others with your story

Are you ready to get ALL of this?

Feel the freedom and breathe in the ocean’s energy as you rebuild confidence and camaraderie, share moments of joy, laughter, and purpose, connect with fellow veterans and experienced sailors, and become part of something that truly matters.

This initiative is led by passionate volunteers, many of them veterans, who understand the power of purpose, because they've rediscovered it themselves.


We believe in the healing strength of the sea, the importance of connection, and the truth that your most meaningful journeys are still ahead.

Are you ready to get ALL of this?

Feel the freedom and breathe in the ocean’s energy as you rebuild confidence and camaraderie, share moments of joy, laughter, and purpose, connect with fellow veterans and experienced sailors, and become part of something that truly matters.

This initiative is led by passionate volunteers, many of them veterans, who understand the power of purpose, because they've rediscovered it themselves.


We believe in the healing strength of the sea, the importance of connection, and the truth that your most meaningful journeys are still ahead.

Imagine This...

You come for the connection, the fresh air, the chance to be part of something good.


You leave with new mates, a clearer mind, and a feeling that stays with you.


This is what Veteran Sailing is about:
Good people. Real moments. And something to look forward to.


Join us, reconnect, reset, and be part of something that matters.

Imagine This...

You come for the connection, the fresh air, the chance to be part of something good.


You leave with new mates, a clearer mind, and a feeling that stays with you.


This is what Veteran Sailing is about:
Good people. Real moments. And something to look forward to.


Join us, reconnect, reset, and be part of something that matters.

About VEteran Sailing

Inspired by John Armfield's history and passion to make a difference to all Australians' Veterans

  • Former Navy Diver

  • 🇦🇺 Veterans Advocate

  • Father and Husband

About VEteran Sailing

Inspired by John Armfield's history and passion to make a difference to all Australians' Veterans

  • Former Navy Diver

  • 🇦🇺 Veterans Advocate

  • Father and Husband

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can book a sail?

Anyone, male or female, young or old.

How much does it cost?

It’s fully funded, thanks to volunteers and donors.

Do I need sailing experience?

Nope! Just a willingness to hop aboard.

What if I want to help but don’t sail?

We need all kinds of help, land-based support, admin, set-up, and more!

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