THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
The National yacht club welcomes you
Welcome to the official website of the National Yacht Club — a home for sailors, families, and enthusiasts alike on the beautiful shores of Dublin Bay.
Our Story
Located at the historic East Pier in Dún Laoghaire, our club has enjoyed a rich maritime tradition and community atmosphere for well over a century. We pride ourselves on blending serious sailing — dinghy racing, offshore adventures, keelboats — with the warmth of a welcoming social club.
What We Offer
- Superb sailing facilities: slipway directly from the clubhouse into the harbour, over eighty club moorings, platform parking, pontoons, fuelling, water, crane-lifting — all the essentials for modern boating.
- A full calendar of events year-round: competitive racing on Dublin Bay and beyond, cruising opportunities, training for all levels, and a lively social side with quiz nights, wine dinners, and more.
- A sense of community: we value a family ethos, support, and fellowship, whether you’re a lifelong sailor or just discovering the sport.
Join Us
If you’re intrigued by life by the water — sailing, socialising, or simply enjoying the spectacular outlook over Dublin Bay — we’d love to hear from you.
Membership offers full use of club facilities, from the vibrant activity on the water to the welcoming clubhouse by the pier.
Explore the rest of our website to find out more about our sailing programme, club history, events calendar, and how you can become part of this active, friendly club.
Fair winds and we look forward to welcoming you on board.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Junior Friday Night Series 2026
Six Friday evenings. One harbour. Endless opportunity.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Dun Laoghaire Harbour, the Junior Summer Series 2026 is where young sailors come to race, learn, and have a seriously good time on the water.
This much-loved series brings together the next generation of sailors for a perfect mix of competition, camaraderie, and summer energy.
From Optimists to ILCA6s, Toppers to RS Fevas, the racing is open, inclusive, and designed to challenge sailors of all levels under 19. Whether you're chasing podium finishes or building confidence on the start line, this series is about progression as much as performance.
Each Friday evening features two short, exciting races sailed on a triangle course inside the harbour—ideal for sharpening skills in a safe, dynamic environment. And it’s not just about results: coaching, encouragement, and fun are at the heart of every race.
Highlights include:
- “Girls at the Helm” Evening (June 12th) – celebrating female sailors with special prizes and spotlight races
- Post-race BBQ & Prizegiving (June 19th) – a relaxed finale to wrap up the series in style
- Medals & Fun Prizes across all classes and categories
A welcoming atmosphere, and a focus on learning through racing, the Junior Summer Series is the perfect way to make the most of long summer evenings on the water.
Ready to race?
Entries are open now via the SmartClub App or Non-Members click HERE
Grab your boat, bring your crew, and be part of one of the highlights of the junior sailing calendar.
Race hard. Learn fast. Have fun.
Thursday Night Sailing Supper
Thursday Night Sailing Supper
Just finished racing? Head ashore and join us at the National Yacht Club for a relaxed, buffet-style supper every Thursday evening.
No fuss, no planning — just good food, great company, and a chance to unwind after a great sail.
🔥 Hot food
🍴 Easy dining
🌊 All sailors welcome
Come in, warm up, and eat together.
Summer Platform Parking 2026 – Applications now open – Important Guidelines Apply!!
All members wishing to park a boat (or more than one) on the Club platform for the summer should immediately apply to do so after reading the important updates & guidelines below which we had to put in place following the postponement of the annual keelboats lift-in from April 11th to April 18th...
THE PLATFORM WILL PROGRESSIVELY REOPEN ON A PHASED BASIS FOR PARKING FROM WEDNESDAY 22nd APRIL AS PER THE SCHEDULE BELOW:
- From Wednesday 22nd @ 2.00pm the platform will reopen for Flying Fifteens and SB20s intending to take part in the first DBSC race on Thursday 23rd April
- On Friday 24th from 2.00pm we will readmit dinghy’s intending to take part in sailing activities that weekend (no coaching but DBSC Racing resumes for dinghies), including 29ers and 49ers entered in the 9ers Eastern.
- We invite all other dinghy owners to only bring back their dinghy’s on the deck from Monday 27th April
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding, and please comply with the above schedule...apologies for inconveniences caused.
FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND TO APPLY FOR SUMMER PLATFORM PARKING FOR YOUR BOAT(S) PLEASE CLICK HERE
Bridge Gin Cup 2026
The annual inter club Bridge competition took place on the 26th March in National Yacht Club.
Attending a the the dinner were Flag Officers:
Peter Sherry - Commodore, National Yacht Club
Matthew Wimmiams - Vice Commodore, Royal St. George Yacht Club
Hugh Kelly - Rear Commodore House, Royal Irish Yacht Club
There were teams of 16 players from each club. Immediately after a delicious dinner we played Bridge.
The National Yacht Club team won and were delighted to bring the cup back to the National to place in hte cabinet.
Thank you to all who supported.
Jackie.
Sailing Sippers Wine Club
Following on from the tremendous success of our two wine appreciation courses, we are delighted to launch the National Yacht Club’s brand-new Sailing Sippers Wine Club!
This exciting new venture is all about bringing members together once a month to continue building on the knowledge from our courses—while, of course, enjoying a fabulous selection of wines in a warm, social, and relaxed setting.
Expect lively chats, plenty of laughs, and the chance to connect with fellow members who share a love of wine and good company.
Open to all members, Sailing Sippers promises to be a highlight of the club calendar.
Registration for our first evening, led by Neville Whisker on Thursday the 23rd is now live on the Smart Club App, booking is essential — so gather your crew, secure your spot, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of sipping, socialising, and sailing-inspired camaraderie.
Discover our amenities
2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship
2026 ILCA 6 Women's World Championship
Club boats issues
To report any club boat issues, fill out the club boat issue reporting form.
Club Merchandise
Browse a great selection of clothing and other NYC branded items for all occasions!.
Book a Club Boat
From our large selection of crafts, for your enjoyment!
Adult Sailing Courses
We are running Adult Sailing courses for members and non-members alike to cover the basics, more complex stuff and racing roles.
Join the club
The National Yacht Club is currently accepting membership applications.