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Diesel Engine Course

Diesel Engine Course

Our Cruising Club invite expressions of interest in a Diesel Engine Course.

Please click on the link and register your interest : Register Here

One Day Course - Cost €250

The course syllabus includes the following;

  • The principles of diesel engine operation
  • The systems and parts of the engine
  • Fault finding
  • Rectification of common problems
  • Bleeding the fuel system
  • Changing the impeller
  • Routine maintenance
  • Winter lay up procedures

Most engine problems can be avoided by taking simple precautions, and you don’t need detailed mechanical knowledge. This course teaches you how your engine works, how to keep it healthy by using basic checks and maintenance procedures, and how to get it started again in the event of a breakdown.

23 Apr, 2025 | 1 min read

Pre-Launch Safety Demonstration

Pre-Launch Safety Demonstration

Our Cruising Committee have put together a day Vital Information, Live Demonstrations & Life-Saving Skills for a Safe and Enjoyable Season

🗓 Saturday, April 5th

⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Join us for an engaging and informative safety demonstration ahead of the season. We have an exciting program planned, featuring:

  • Offshore Safety Gear Demonstration – Ian from Viking Marine and Tom from Solas Marine will showcase the latest advancements in offshore safety equipment.

  • Man Overboard Night Rescue Presentation – Kenny Rumble will share insights from a real-life “man overboard” rescue during the Around Ireland Race.

  • Live Search & Rescue Simulation – A joint demonstration by the Coast Guard and RNLI, highlighting their cutting-edge equipment and interagency coordination.  This will include a live rescue simulation, featuring the Coast Guard drone and collaboration between the Dun Laoghaire Coast Guard and RNLI units.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your safety knowledge and see these critical rescue operations in action!

28 Mar, 2025 | 1 min read

Shore Based Navigation Course

Shore Based Navigation Course

The National Yacht Club is offering a Shore Based Navigation Course over 2 days on Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd of March

Understanding marine charts, Marine chart colours, Depth, soundings and isobaths

Click Here To Book

Places are limited so please book early.
Cost: €265 per person

Maximum student in the course : 8

22 Feb, 2024 | 1 min read

Members Information Evening

Members Information Evening

*** REMINDER ***
Don't forget to come along to our information evening this Thursday.
Discover everything your club has to offer you.
From Cadet to Super Seniors, Be part of Your Club, Be part of The Action.

06 Feb, 2024 | 1 min read

NYC Adult Sailing Courses – Course 1 – May 2023

NYC Adult Sailing Courses – Course 1 – May 2023

We believe sailing is a wonderful gift in life.  If you wish for it to be a part of yours or to improve your existing skills to enjoy it more or to learn so as to enjoy the sport with your Junior Sailor(s) – NYC Adult Sail Training can provide the opportunity.

We are running Adult Sailing courses for members and non-members alike to cover the basics, more complex stuff and racing roles.

Registration is now open for Course 1 - 4 Sundays half-days in May!

For further details and to register, please click here

16 Mar, 2023 | 1 min read

National Powerboat Certificate Course – May 2022

National Powerboat Certificate Course – May 2022

Due to popular demand!

The National Yacht Club is organising a ‘National Powerboat Certificate’ course open to all over 16s.

The course is held over 3 evenings:

> May 26th  5.30pm - 10.30pm

> May 27th 5.30pm - 10.30pm

> May 30th 5.30pm - 10.30pm

NYC Members Special Pricing: €190.00 (plus payment processing fees)

Maximum 9 participants on a first come first served basis
(Please be aware that we need to have a ratio of 1 instructor for 3 candidates and that the pricing is only covering costs so we need groups of 3,6, or 9 candidates)

Please register Here

17 May, 2022 | 1 min read

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