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RS Aero, Topper and ILCA Adult Training spring 2026 series – Saturday Mornings
Our Adult Single Handed Dinghy Training programme returns on Saturday 31st January and will run for 9 weeks
Dates: Jan 31, Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 21, Feb 28, Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 21, Mar 28
The sessions starts at 9.30 and debrief is expected to be completed by 13.00.
Full programme fee: âŹ240
per session fee: âŹ40
Head coach: Thomas Chaix
Other coaches: Alfonso Moreno, Ellie Cunnane, Lauren O Callghan, William Walsh, Eoin Byrne
Please note that boats will need to be removed after training and before April 5th to facilitate the annual lift-in
AIB DBSC SPRING CHICKEN SERIES 2026 – NOR & Entry Form
SUNDAY 1st FEBRUARY â SUNDAY 8th MARCH
A series of SIX races to be held on Sunday mornings organised by Dublin Bay Sailing Club. A progressive handicap on a time-on-time basis will be used. For keelboats, cruisers, cruising boats, one-designs and boats that do not normally race are very welcome.
First gun 10.10 hrs.
Entry fee âŹ60.00 â includes temporary membership of Dublin Bay S.C. and of the National Y.C.
Entries on line at www.dbsc.ie
Any problems with entry, contact Brian Mulkeen, Hon. Sec. at 087 2336197 or Fintan Cairns at 087 2439208
Sailing instructions will be available on Sunday 1st February and will be emailed to entrants beforehand. After sailing - draws, food etc. will be available to competitors in the National Y.C. who are kindly hosting the series. You have to be there to win! Last date for entries â Wednesday 28th January
Handicaps of late entries (and INCORRECT SAIL NOS.!) will be adjusted accordingly!
An Introduction to Sextant Navigation – 7th March 2026
An Introduction to Sextant Navigation is a hands-on course designed to introduce participants to the principles and practice of celestial navigation using a sextant. Ideal for sailors with an interest in traditional navigation techniques or those wishing to broaden...
An Introduction to Marine Electrics – starting 17th February at 18:00 for four weeks
An Introduction to Marine Electrics is a practical, beginner-friendly course designed to give participants a solid foundation in the principles and applications of electrical systems used aboard boats and small vessels. Whether you are a boat owner, aspiring marine...
An Introduction to Navionics – starting 17th March at 18:00 for four weeks
An Introduction to Navionics is a practical, hands-on course designed to help participants confidently use Navionics for marine navigation and passage planning. Ideal for boat owners, recreational sailors, and those new to electronic navigation, the course provides...
An Introduction to Marine Diesel Engines – Saturday 28th February
An Introduction to Marine Diesel Engines is a practical, one-day course designed to give participants a clear understanding of how marine diesel engines operate and how to care for them effectively. Aimed at boat owners, aspiring marine engineers, and anyone...
St Brigid Fun Regatta, 2nd Feb, First Gun at 11.00
NOTICE OF RACE & Entry Form
- The St Brigid Regatta will be a single fun race around Dun Laoghaire harbour.
- The regatta will be timed and scored under PY. Classes admitted are Optimist, Topper, ILCA4, ILCA6, Feva, Mirror, Aero 5, Aero 6, 29ers. Topper Charter boats for children who already charter for the Saturday training.
- This is a fun regatta and should be raced in the spirit of enjoyment for all, wither a beginner or a seasoned racer. The RRS will be applied with provision made on learning over âpunishingâ.
- The regatta is open to all juniors (U19)and instructors (U25). Entry can completed online below - Entry fee is 10EUR
- There will be two starts
- Slow PY will start in front of the club at 10.00 (warning signal at 9.55): Optimist, Topper, Mirror
- Fast PY will start in front of the club at 10.10 (warning signal at 10.05): ILCA 4, ILCA6, Feva, 29er, Aero 5, Aero 6.
- The course will be described at briefing at 9.20 just before launching
- The race will be umpired (no protest back ashore)
- Medals for the top 3 boats, prizes for the best dressed sailor, the best dressed boat (âŠ)
- Any queries: headcoach@nyc.ie