Sailing

Wherever the wind takes us!

Wherever the wind takes us!

Dear Cruisers,

As you can see from the following schedule the cruising group has an extensive plan for this upcoming year. It does help us with the planning if we have some indication of the level of interest and destination preferences.

At present, we are focusing on the June bank holiday weekend cruise, “wherever the wind takes us”. You may remember last year we tried to sail to the Isle of Man, but ultimately, we had great support (and great fun) at the alternative destinations. This year we have decided not “to tempt fate!”, so instead will decide much closer to the time a likely destination, taking into account the forecasted wind and weather conditions and preference of members.

Adult Sail Training Courses – Registrations now open for our 3 courses this Summer!

Adult Sail Training Courses – Registrations now open for our 3 courses this Summer!

Learn how to sail or improve on your sailing skills through the Adult Sail Training programme at the National Yacht Club!

Now taking registrations for our Adult Sail Training courses running each for 4 Sundays in May, June and September...Choose between Sunday morning or afternoon sessions...

For course details, pricing and registration please click here

Hurry, places are limited to make best use of our two Club J80s and our brain new ECHO90 ketch!

Powerboat Courses: Level 1 course and Safety Boat course – March 2026

Powerboat Courses: Level 1 course and Safety Boat course – March 2026

We are running 2 different powerboat courses over the extended weekend of St Patrick's Day:

Introduction to Powerboating (level 1)
March 16th, 2026
Course Title : Introduction to Powerboating (level 1)
Course Times : 1-day, 10am-5pm
Course Fees : €120pp
Minimum Age : 16 years
Max number of participants: 6 

No previous experience required! If you have never driven a powerboat before and are looking for an informative and exhilarating day on the water this is for you.:

  • Preparation of powerboat for going to sea
  • Starting the engine and safety checks
  • Basic manoeuvres and ropework, e.g. parking and tying up to a dock
  • Undertaking a RIB trip
  • High Speed Handling
  • What to do in a Man Over Board situation
  • 3 students to 1 instructor per boat

Safety Boat Course:
March 15th, 16th and 17th
Course Title : Irish Sailing Safety Boat Course
Accreditation : Irish Sailing (Irish Qualification)
Cost : €180pp
Course Times : 15th: 6 to 9 pm (shore-based) / 16th: 9.00am to 5pm / 17th: practical assessment in situation: 10.00am to 2pm
Max number of participants: 3
Minimum Age : 17

Participants must hold a National Powerboat Certificate (Level 2) or an equivalent certificate and well over 20 hours of driving experience following qualification. It is strongly recommended that participants hold a VHF radio operators certificate and a first aid certificate.

  • Preparation of boat for use
  • Basic boat handling
  • Race management (sailing boats)
  • Approaching and assisting sailing dinghies, windsurfers, canoes & kayaks, kite-surfers
  • Towing
  • Boat types
  • Incident management and medical emergencies.
  • Part of the course involves simulating dinghy rescue and you may get wet.

Please CLICK HERE to register below for either course

Patrick Hassett – 2.4mR

Patrick Hassett – 2.4mR

Patrick Hassett and his 36 companions in the 2.4mR first competition of the season in Lavacourt France.

Competing over 3 days, starting today, on the Seine in beautiful, sunny weather.

However, sailing conditions are not ideal for Patrick, more used to stormy conditions in Dunlaoghaire, with low winds expected for the 3 days.

Competitors hail from GBR, France, Germany and 7 other Nations with Patrick the sole Irish representative.

NYC Sailing Awards 2025…”and the winners are!”

NYC Sailing Awards 2025…”and the winners are!”

The National Yacht Club has awarded Fourteen Annual Awards for outstanding sailing achievements by members of the Club as well as the Commodore's Cup, left at the discretion of the Commodore.

These awards are presented to the winners at our annual Sailing Awards Dinner on Saturday 28th February 2026 (this function is Booked Out!)

This promises to be one of the highlights of the year.

Congratulations to all the winners.

Please see all the winners here

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