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.
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Junior Regatta 2026
75 young sailors took part in the National YC junior flag regatta of the year this wednesday in Optimist, RS Feva, Topper, ILCA and Terra. The spirit of the regatta was however surely "the Fairies team" sailing the NYC RS venture just about missing climbing on the podium of the PY fleet on gear failure.
The harbour fleet saw 21 sailors battling in two fleets under the leadership of Race officer Chris Moore. 3 races were completed in a lovely 8-10 kts North Easterly breeze. In the Optimist fleet, NYC young sailor Dylan Fahy finished strongly winning the final race and the regatta ahead of RstGYC Samuel McIntyre and NYC club mate Lily Ryan who was also top girl. In the PY fleet, NYC Toppers dominated with Ebhard Blaney edging out the singing master Jack O'Donnel. Royal Irish YC Michael Lehane completed the podium on his Terra.
Out in the bay, Larry Power ran 3 races too for the more experienced sailors split into 4 fleets. The Optimist fleet was very competitive with several Irish national team sailors taking part. The RstGYC took all 3 podium spots with Louis Tricket freshly returned from France were he competed at the French summer cup on top, just about edging out Ava Molloy and Ruairi Slattery. The RS Feva was equally competitive with 8 partnerships battling for Gold. Cian Farrell and Alex Hoban from the RstGYC took the win ahead of RIYC Harvey Bellamey and Rupert Ward. Stephanie Rock and Zoe O Hare completed the podium.
The ILCA fleet was dominated by Holly Cantwell freshly returning from the Optimist world championship showing no trouble progressing into the more powerful boat. RIYC Roan Keane just about edged out NYC Liam Beirne for silver.
Finally the PY fleet showed a good mix of dinghies.
It was to be the 29ers making the most of the conditions with George Julian O Leary and Dillon Kennedy edging out club mates Dan Moran and Jamie Keegan. The podium was completed by NYC Dylan Hall sailing his Topper.
The regatta concluded with the traditional BBQ and the awaited and well deserved ice cream courtesy of Haagen Dazs before presenting the 2026 podiums.
Sunshine, smiles, gentle breeze... All the ingredients were in place for an amazing 2026 regatta!
Next on the junior harbour racing: The Royal Irish junior regatta next Wednesday and of course the NYC junior September series starting mid Sepetember this year.
Results - Harbour Fleet
Results - PY Main Fleet
Results - Main Fleet Optimists
Thomas Chaix - Head Coach
World Championship Success for Patrick Hassett in the Netherlands
From the Sea to the Skies!
In 2027, the National Yacht Club Cruising Group is swapping the waves for a four-day adventure to Düsseldorf.
Experience the excitement of Boot Düsseldorf 2027—the world's largest yacht and watersports show—with a two-day pass included, explore one of Germany's most vibrant cities, indulge in a little retail therapy, and enjoy an exclusive visit to the spectacular Classic Remise Düsseldorf.
Great company, unforgettable experiences, and maybe just a little shopping... what's not to love?
If you are interested in joining the trip or woudl like more information CLICK HERE
or to book Click Here
Five men and a gal set out to rediscover the ‘Golden Age’ of sailing aboard the good ship Sanjula.
Step aboard Sanjula and experience an unforgettable sailing adventure with legendary yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and his crew.
From close encounters with dolphins and dramatic engine repairs to navigating the wild waters of Scotland and celebrating youth sailing in Ireland, this captivating blog brings every mile of the voyage to life.
Packed with humour, stunning scenery, maritime history, and the camaraderie that makes life at sea so special, it's a must-read for sailors, adventurers, and anyone who loves a great travel story.
Follow the journey as Sanjula rediscovers the true spirit of the Golden Age of sailing.
Coastal Dining – Surf & Turf is back!
Join us on Saturday, July 18th for an evening of delicious coastal-inspired cuisine, featuring a specially curated à la carte menu with the freshest seafood and premium Irish beef, all served in the beautiful surroundings of The National Yacht Club.
Whether you're a seafood lover, a steak enthusiast, or somewhere in between, there's something for everyone.
Reserve your table now and enjoy great food, great company, and great times.
We can't wait to welcome you aboard!
Conact Catering to reserve your table: catering@nyc.ie or phone (01) 2805725
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.