In January 2026, SE Yachts Director Simon Rosier travelled to Oman to be Head of Training at the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships.

The event formed part of World Sailing’s Para Inclusive Strategy 2024–2029 and brought together sailors from across impairment groups, classes and competitive pathways. Its aim was to create a championship that reflected both the inclusive values of the sport and the highest standards of performance and racing.

More than 30 nations were represented, with sailors competing across the Hansa 303, RS Venture Connect, Visually Impaired Fareast 28 and Intellectual Impairment ILCA classes. Racing followed a full championship format, supported by international race officials, juries and support teams, and delivered consistently challenging conditions throughout the week.

Simon’s role at the championships was not connected to his work with SE Yachts and was undertaken independently. It was also not about profile or making a statement. It was about sailing, sharing knowledge and raising standards – exactly where Simon is most at home.

“Some people don’t just understand sailing – they understand its purpose,” said Hannah Stodel, Para World Sailing Manager at World Sailing.

“Simon was my coach during my Paralympic sailing days, long before I ever had a job title or a seat at the table. He shaped how I think, how I prepare and how I lead.”

“In inclusive sailing, the challenge is never about lowering expectations. It’s about working intelligently with what you have, adapting well and still demanding excellence. Simon understands that instinctively. He brings clarity, structure and belief, without ego or agenda, and that support matters enormously when you’re trying to build something meaningful and lasting.”

With decades of experience racing, cruising, coaching and advising owners across a wide range of yachts and conditions, Simon brought a depth of practical understanding that proved invaluable. When sailors are pushing boundaries physically, mentally and technically, there is no room for theory without practice. You need someone who instinctively understands boats, wind, balance and decision-making, and who can assess a situation quickly and know what will work.

Throughout the championship, Simon worked closely with sailors and coaches, focusing on fundamentals that apply at every level of the sport: preparation, clarity, structure and confidence in decision-making. Inclusive sailing, at its best, is not about lowering expectations. It is about adapting intelligently, working with what you have and still demanding excellence. That mindset resonated strongly throughout the fleet.

For Simon, this work is personal. He believes sailing should be accessible, challenging and rewarding for anyone who wants to be on the water. Not because it is fashionable, but because the sport is stronger and richer when more people are able to participate seriously and safely. His contribution in Oman reflected that belief – practical, grounded and rooted in real seamanship.

That same approach defines how Simon works with SE Yachts clients every day. Helping someone find the right yacht is not about brochures or brand names alone. It is about understanding how a boat will be used, how it will feel at sea and how it will support the ambitions of the sailor on board. Experience matters when those decisions count.

Whether preparing for serious offshore sailing, stepping up to a new level of performance or simply looking for a yacht that truly fits the way you sail, our team brings real-world knowledge to every conversation. Simon’s time in Oman is a reminder of what sits behind that advice – decades of sailing, clear judgement and a genuine commitment to doing things properly.

At SE Yachts, we believe good boats deserve informed owners. And informed owners deserve advice from people who really know how to sail.

Photo credits: Hannah Stodel / Oman Sail