Junior Sailing
U25 Crew Attend Calves Week 26
4 dinghy sailors made the voyage to join our Commodores past and present in beautiful Schull for a few days racing William Walsh, Ben OâShaughnessy, Eoin Byrne and Oisin Pearse with Simon Hanley for the delivery trip sailed from Dun Laoghaire to Cork on the August...
Transition Year 2026/2027 – Final Reminder
The deadline for the Expression of Interest for the TY Sailing Programme was 30 June and has passed. However, to make sure we have not missed anyone, we are opening up the application again for a brief period only.
If your TY student is interested in being part of the 2026â27 programme, we encourage you to complete the expression of interest form by the 30th of July.
Please click HERE to register your interest.
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
Junior Regatta 2026
The 2026 Junior regata is around the corner! Summer has finally reached Ireland and juniors are hitting the water in Dun Laoghaire with great smiles progressing their skills, seamanship and simply having fun afloat.
The NYC Junior regatta is open to any dinghies sailed by sailors under the age of 19 by the end of the year... Wether seasoned racers ready to enjoy the more relaxed atmosphere of our main fleet out in the bay or new comers to racing testing their newly acquired skills in the harbour fleet, there is an opportunity for everyone to take part, enjoy the competition and chase a first finish, a personal best or the top prize. Dont missout and be on the startline on Wednesday, July 15th.
Entry links: https://www.smartclubcloud.com/events/eventlist.aspx?c=6807a1d1-b7a9-44f6-ad35-3d95686c7ff0
Junior Summer Course Booking – Now Open
Our junior summer courses are now open for booking.
The fee per course is âŹ350 for the first full course, non-members âŹ400
Advanced Sailing â Keelboats âŹ450, non-members âŹ500
Advanced Sailing â Kites & Wires âŹ350, non-members âŹ400
The Harbour Hoppers and Mini Mariners courses are a one week half day course (morning or afternoon; no supervision over lunch) following the Taste of Sailing syllabus for 6-8 year olds getting out on the water in different types of boats and gaining confidence. No experience required.
The fee for this course is âŹ130.00 per child. Please also note our cancellation policy.
Members must book via SmartClub App
Non-members please click Here
Course 1 2nd June â 12th June
Course 2 15th June â 26th June
Course 3 29th June â 10th July
Course 4 13th July â 24th July
Course 5 27th July â 7th August
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 harbourâideal for sharpening skills in a safe, dynamic environment. And itâs not just about results: coaching, encouragement, and fun are at the heart of every race.
Highlights include:
- âGirls at the Helmâ Evening (June 12th) â celebrating female sailors with special prizes and spotlight races
- Post-race BBQ & Prizegiving (June 19th) â 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.
9ers Easterns 2026 – NOR
The National YC is looking forward to welcome the Irish skiffs over the weekend of the 25th and 26th of April. The 9ers Easterns will launch the season for 29ers, 49er FX and 49ers.
It is also the final selector for the 29er worlds 2026.
You can enter via this link
(Discounted entry fee available until April 19th)