News
Brains of the Bay Returns
Our popular fortnightly table quiz series returns on Wednesday, 21st October 2026 at the usual time of 8:00 PM sharp!
All club members are warmly invited to join â whether for a single night, several, or the full series. The quiz nights will run throughout the winter, concluding on Wednesday, 24th March 2027.
đ Quiz Dates:
2026
- 21 October
- 4 November
- 18 November
- 2 December
- 15 December (đ Christmas Dinner & Quiz) (NB: this quiz takes place on a Tuesday night)
2027
- 13 January
- 17 January
- 10 February
- 24 February
- 10 March
- 24 March (đ Final Dinner & Quiz)
đ¶ Entry Fee:
âŹ15 per table per quiz night
đ Prizes:
- Prizes awarded each night
- The overall series winner earns the prestigious âBrains of the Bayâ trophy!
Come along, test your knowledge, enjoy the fun, and maybe even claim the title!
Adult Dinghy Training
After seeing the cream of the cream of ILCA sailors amazing skills around Dublin bay, it is almost time to get back to our own sailing and progressing skills in the NYC Autumn training. Lets make the best of the Autumn and restart our own program on September 19th. Sessions will run each saturday morning from 9.30 till 12.30 before enjoying the famous NYC brunch. You can sign up by the session on the club Smart club app. As per previous years, non members are welcomed to join the training and can sign up via the non member CLICK HERE
The sessions are geared up towards ILCAs and Aeros but other dinghies are welcome to contact Thomas at headcoach@nyc.ie to check suitability. some of the sessions will certainly manage other types of dinghies.
All levels are very welcomed, however early sign up will allow us to gauge the need for one or several coaches on the day. The majority but not all the sessions will be conducted inside the harbour and on short courses keep the group tight and giving a chance to the coach(es) to give effective feedback despite teh different classes in action.
Sailors will be very welcomed to handover feedback themself so coaches can adjust their session and input to the need of the sailors.
And dont forget that the best way to test your progress is to take part in the amazing interclub sailing on offer with the DMYC frobites and the INSS Aero super series.
Looking forward to yet another great Autumn!
Introducing The Wine Table
We are delighted to introduce The Wine Table at the National Yacht Club, beginning this October for a series of relaxed and enjoyable evenings celebrating great food, excellent wines and good company.
Taking place on alternate Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm sharp, each evening will feature a short presentation from a well-known wine presenter, offering an entertaining and informative introduction to the wines and the eveningâs theme.
Our chefs will create a specially themed menu for each evening, carefully designed to complement the wines being served, making each gathering a unique dining experience.
If youâre a wine enthusiast, a lover of good food, or simply looking for a great night out, come along, pull up a chair and join us at The Wine Table. If youâre a regular or joining us for the first time, a warm welcome awaits.
Diary Dates Wine Table Theme
October 14th Autumn Harvest
October 28th Taste of Italy
November 11th Around the World in 3 Courses
November 25th French Bistro Night
December 16th Christmas Supper Club
February 17th Valentine's Without the Valentine
February 3rd Spanish Night
March 3rd A taste of the Sea
March17th A taste of Ireland
Contact Catering to book your table: Email: catering@nyc.ie / manager@nyc.ie Phone: (01) 2805725
Flying 15 Frostbites 2026
Keep the sailing season going and finish the year racing in Dublin Bay!
The Flying 15 Frostbites 2026 kicks off on Saturday 17th October, following annual lift-out, and runs over five Saturdays with a target of 10 races â two each Saturday.
The entry fee includes platform requirements for all five weekends. If you plan to remain on the platform after the Frostbites, you will need to apply separately for winter parking.
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW â spaces are limited!
đ Members Book via the SmartClub app
đ Non-Members please click HERE
Women on the Water â End of Season SupperÂ
As the 2026 summer sailing season comes to an end, join us for a relaxed evening of good food, great company and plenty of sailing stories!
đ
Saturday, 3 October 2026
đą 7.30pm
đ National Yacht Club
đœïž âŹ37 per person â 2-course meal
Open to all women sailors from Dun Laoghaire and beyond â whether youâve been sailing with Women on the Water all season or would simply like to join us for the evening.
Come along, celebrate the season and enjoy a night together off the water!
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW â spaces are limited!
đ Members Book via the SmartClub app
đ Non-Members please click HERE
Coaching Opportunities – Autumn Sailing Programme
Our autumn sailing programme gets underway on Saturday, 19 September, running every Saturday, and we are looking for enthusiastic and reliable coaches to join the team.
We are seeking Lead Coaches for both Adult Sailing (Aeros & ILCA/Laser), running from 9.30amâ12.30pm, and Junior Dinghies (29er, ILCA & Toppers), running from 1.00pmâ5.00pm. Lead Coaches must be able to commit to more than 50% of the scheduled sessions.
Junior sailors will be divided into three groups, with coaches focusing on their preferred class where possible, while also being prepared to move between groups as required. Where numbers are low, groups may be combined and sessions adapted to focus on general boat handling skills.
We are also looking for keen and dependable coaches who can step in when available to support the programme. Preference will be given to coaches with relevant skills and experience who submit their availability and preferences promptly.
As part of the programme, the coaching team will also have the opportunity to take part in 2â3 free coach development days, arranged on mutually suitable dates.
Get involved, give back to the club and develop your coaching skills.
Please complete the availability form as soon as possible to register your interest via the below link.
If you have any questions please email Thomas: headcoach@nyc.ie
Volunteers Needed
Beneteau 31.7 Nationals
19-20 September
We are looking for Mark Layers & Committee Boat Helpers
If you can help, please email Thomas - headcoach@nyc.ie and let him know your availability.