Sailability Bendigo
Sailability Bendigo is a partnership program, between Bendigo Yacht Club, Cairn Curran Sailing Club, and Sports Focus. Sailability provides sailing opportunities for people with disabilities, developmental differences and neurodivergence in the Greater Bendigo region.
Sailing provides a valuable sense of freedom to the participants, enabling them to enjoy the peaceful water at Lake Weeroona with one of our volunteer co-sailors.
Season dates: Our season runs from September – April.
Cost: $15 per sailing booking.
Sailing times: 30 minute sailing bookings, available between 10am-2pm.
Address: Lake Weeroona, Bendigo, Victoria (Near the Rowing Club).
Bookings & enquiries: Contact Sports Focus at 5442 3101 or admin@sportsfocus.com.au
Below is a case study, featuring Simon Bibby. Simon is a Bendigo sailing athlete, a volunteer within the Bendigo Sailability Program, and a recent competitor at the 2025 Hansa World & International Championships. The interview discussed Simon’s sailing journey, his time with Bendigo Sailability, and his experience living with a disability.
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