Mission and Goals

Our Mission

Our mission is to advance the sport of accessible sailing by offering programs for leisure and competitive sailing for everyone.

Our Vision

To become the premier organization in Alberta dedicated to promoting the independence and well-being of disabled and able-bodied persons through the sport of accessible sailing.

Our Purpose

The Disabled Sailing Association of Alberta exists to serve the needs of Albertans with disabilities by providing opportunities and programs that allow the:

• Access to and enjoyment of sailing;
• Promoting independence;
• Safety & Education; and
• Community Inclusiveness

Our Goals

• To provide sailing opportunities for Albertans regardless of disabilities or age.
• To provide unique, enjoyable experiences for its participants which include opportunities for social, recreational, rehabilitative and competitive activities.
• To build confidence, self-esteem and enhanced independence for people with mobility or other impairments.
• To facilitate integration of disabled and able-bodied recreation and competition.

Our goals, therefore, are both rehabilitative and recreational. As has been demonstrated in DSA sailing programs across North America, there is a notable increase in self-esteem and confidence when our stakeholders find themselves sailing independently along with other able-bodied sailors.

DSA-Alberta relies on both corporate and private sponsors to deliver its programs to the community. We strive to promote partnerships that benefit both our sponsors and our association.