Sailing into Wellness is a not for profit social enterprise born out of our passion to utilize the unique setting of the sea to help our communities. Our vision is for Sailing into Wellness to be a healthy natural solution for our communities to look after their physical and mental well-being and it is our mission to use the sea to inspire change in our communities.
Co-Founder & Business Development Manager
An expert by experience after a personal battle with addiction and depression and discovering the therapeutic value of sailing.
Co-Founder & General Manager
With 20+ years safely teaching and guiding new sailors, James is one of Ireland’s most experienced sail training professionals.
Counselling Psychologist
Inspired by the mental health benefits of working outdoors, Tessa combines her background in psychology, counselling and psychotherapy to our unique sail programs.
Instructor & Mentor
Instructor & Mentor
Skipper & Mentor
Instructor & Mentor
Instructor & Mentor
Instructor & Mentor
Our vision is a diverse board with broad skills & knowledge covering a geographical spread nationwide
Chair
Strategic planning and communications expert at 3Sixty
Joined Board Dec 2018
Strategy
Group Director of Procurement and Property at Flutter Entertainment
Joined Board Jan 2019
Education
Director Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre
Joined board May 2021
Finance
CEO Johnson & Perrot Motor Group
Joined board Dec 2021
Fundraising
Director, Wealth Management at Key Capital Private
Joined Board Jan 2021
Communications
Sales, Marketing, R&D Intern at Enterprise Ireland,
Joined Board March 2021