Sailing
Join the NYC Cruising Group at BOOT DĂŒsseldorf 2027!
Experience the world's largest indoor boat show with fellow National Yacht Club members from 25â28 January 2027.
Your trip includes flights, 3 nights' accommodation, breakfast, a 2-day BOOT DĂŒsseldorf pass, transfers, and more â all from approximately âŹ1,075 per person.
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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
World Championship Success for Patrick Hassett in the Netherlands
From the Sea to the Skies!
In 2027, the National Yacht Club Cruising Group is swapping the waves for a four-day adventure to DĂŒsseldorf.
Experience the excitement of Boot DĂŒsseldorf 2027âthe world's largest yacht and watersports showâwith a two-day pass included, explore one of Germany's most vibrant cities, indulge in a little retail therapy, and enjoy an exclusive visit to the spectacular Classic Remise DĂŒsseldorf.
Great company, unforgettable experiences, and maybe just a little shopping... what's not to love?
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Five men and a gal set out to rediscover the âGolden Ageâ of sailing aboard the good ship Sanjula.
Step aboard Sanjula and experience an unforgettable sailing adventure with legendary yachtsman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and his crew.
From close encounters with dolphins and dramatic engine repairs to navigating the wild waters of Scotland and celebrating youth sailing in Ireland, this captivating blog brings every mile of the voyage to life.
Packed with humour, stunning scenery, maritime history, and the camaraderie that makes life at sea so special, it's a must-read for sailors, adventurers, and anyone who loves a great travel story.
Follow the journey as Sanjula rediscovers the true spirit of the Golden Age of sailing.
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
NYC Regatta & WATH Regatta
The fifth Women at the Helm (WATH) Regatta 2026 (WATH) took place at the National Yacht Club over the weekend of June 12th-14th, with the Water Wag WATH Regatta race held on Wednesday June 10th in keeping with the Wag tradition of holding each clubâs regatta race on the previous Wednesday.
The WATH Regatta was held in conjunction with the National Yacht Club Regatta on Saturday June 13th with WATH racing continuing on Sunday June 14th. Event organiser Ann Kirwan, along with her organising committee aimed to deliver a fun-filled, female-led, event on and off the water.
The WATH Regatta, kindly supported by Sia, kicked off with a speaker supper on Friday evening with Bryan Dobson in conversation with leading sports psychologist Kate Kirby, and offshore sailors GrĂĄinne Costigan and Pamela Lee, both of whom are competing in the round Ireland race which starts on Saturday June 20th. The speakers inspirational stories enthralled the packed NYC dining room.
Over 60 women took the helm in the regatta on boats ranging from 44 footers to Flying Fifteens and Water Wags. Many more female crews partook â well over 150 of them. Saturdayâs NYC and WATH racing was run by Race Officers Con Murphy, John McNeilly and Suzanne McGarry, while Mairead NiCheallachain ran Sundayâs WATH racing aboard DBSC committee vessel Freebird. Saturdayâs race took place in moderate to breezy conditions, while Sundayâs race took place in sunny conditions with light easterly winds. Entries included 2 boats from Wicklow, while sailors from HYC crewed on NYCâs Echo 90, and offshore Sailor GrĂĄinne Costigan and her French team mate sailed on NYC J80 Jay-Z.
Newly elected NYC Commodore Rosemary Cadogan presented the WATH Regatta prizes in glorious sunshine on the NYC platform on Sunday afternoon.
As well as the class prizes, the two premier prizes were presented. The inaugural Woman at the Helm overall prize - the OâConnor family trophy, was awarded to Sarah Cooney on J80 Joyride. The Roy Family Trophy was awarded to the winning 3-boat team of NYCâs J80 Sea Jade helmed by Clare Gorman, DB21 Oola helmed by Jean OâDriscoll, and Ruffian 23 Bandit helmed by Ann Kirwan.