Sailing
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!
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!
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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.
Winter Keelboat Storage â Expression of Interest
As our sailing season now draws to a close, we invite members who are considering winter keelboat storage at the Club to register their interest in advance of the formal application process.
Registering your interest at this stage will allow our Boathouse Team to begin planning and preparing for the winter storage period.
Please note: this is an expression of interest only and does not guarantee winter storage. Further details regarding applications, availability and arrangements will follow in due course.
If you are considering winter storage, we encourage you to register your interest now to assist us with our planning.
The ILCA 6 Womenâs World Championship has arrived!
The National Yacht Club is incredibly proud to be part of this prestigious World Championship, welcoming some of the very best female ILCA 6 sailors from around the world to Dun Laoghaire.
Over the coming days, the fleet will battle it out across the challenging waters of Dublin Bay, with World Champions, Olympic medallists and rising stars all competing for the coveted ILCA 6 Womenâs World Championship title.
And, of course, weâll have a very special sailor to cheer on.
Our very own Annalise Murphy returns to the ILCA 6 fleet to compete on home waters. An Olympic silver medallist and one of Irelandâs most celebrated sailors, Annalise began her sailing journey here at the National Yacht Club. We couldnât be prouder to see her competing at this level on Dublin Bay and the whole club is firmly behind her. Go Annalise!
Read the full ILCA preview and discover who to watch at the 2026 ILCA 6 Womenâs Worlds: