Sailing
Platform Clearance for the Lift-in 2025!
Dear Winter Platform Parking users.
The Winter Platform Parking Season is coming to an end on Sunday 6th April and we need a total platform clearance of all the dinghies and other types currently on the deck and / or on racks to make room for the lift-in which is scheduled for Saturday 12th April.
If your boat is not in use in one of the Club organised training anymore please make sure to come and collect it as soon as possible as the boathouse staff needs to reconfigure the platform well in advance of the lift-in and to reposition, or partially dismantle the racks used by the Opis, Toppers, Lasers and RS Aeros.
ALL dinghies must be removed by Sunday 6th April 18:00 at the very latest.
Please note that we do not have room to store any boat even temporarily on the Carlisle Pier until the platform reopens for the Summer parking season and cannot facilitate any such request.
The Committee is currently reviewing the demand for platform space from the various user groups this summer (junior dinghy sailors / adult dinghy sailors / single handed / 2 handed boats / keelboats dry sailing) and will have to limit the various classes of boats to strict numbers.
The Boathouse will allocate Parking Spaces on the Platform based on historic demand and any current assumptions that may impact that. This means that the number of parking spaces for each type of craft will be pre-determined and that a number of rounds of allocations based on priority rules soon to be published will take place successively.
The online summer platform parking application form will open on Friday 4th April from 18:00 for certain categories of membership-
For full details and the set of rules governing access to the Club platform this summer and to apply for platform parking, please visit: https://nyc.ie/summer-platform-parking-form/
Get involved! Volunteers wanted to help run NYC 2025 events!
From Regional Junior Events to National Championships to the Dun Laoghaire Volvo Regatta and the ILCA Under 21s World Championships, there are so many ways to Get Involved!
We are looking for Club members to help us run a huge amount of events this summer so don't hesitate, pick up your agenda, book the day(s) and be part of the action on or off the water!!!
Are you already involved with events? Are you a keelboat owner? Are you an expert mark layer or an instructor, or a TY looking for RIB hours? Do you owe your own RIB? Are you a non sailing member keen to help out on the shore? We need all sorts of skills and good will to support events on and off the water!!
Use the form below to indicate your initial availability - you will receive an email with a link where you can modify it at any time!
Remember, your Club cannot host events without an active participation from its Members! Thanking you so much in advance for your help, your time and your expertise!
To view all the planned hosted events for this year and to put your name down for any role, Please Click Here
Craning & Hull Wash Special Offers 2025!
Attention all Yacht owners!
To celebrate the return to our sailing season, the Boathouse is delighted to extend 2 amazing special offers on our 'lift for a quick wash' services!'
We extend the following pre-pay offers for 2025 (please note the pre-paid lifts cannot be carried over into next year)
5 lifts for the price of 4 + 20% additional discount
OR
4 lifts for the price of 3 + 10% additional discount
The actual powerhosing (on hot water) will be made by a member of staff, so not even necessary to get dirty and wet!
These amazing offers will be of interest not just to all racers but I'm sure to all owners taking proud of a clean hull and sailing their boats at their true potential...
For further details and costs and to register your interest, Please Click Here
Mark O’Connor – Mini Transat Speaker Supper & Fundraiser
The National Yacht Club is proud to host NYC Member Mark O'Connor for an insightful presentation on the upcoming Mini Transat, "Race for Orbis," followed by a special fundraising dinner.
Wednesday 14th May @ 19.30pm
At 26 Years old, Mark is the skipper and founder of MOC Ocean racing. He graduated with a Masters of Electronic & Computer Engineering from University College Dublin, and has always showed a passion for sports and the sea. He moved to France in 2023 to realise his dream of racing across the Atlantic Ocean solo as part of the âMini Transatâ race in 2025.
Since moving to âSailing Valleyâ, he has gained over 10,000 kilometres (5,000 Nm) with the Mini 6.50 class and immersed himself in the offshore sailing industry. This has allowed him to gain invaluable experience. He precipitated in the âMonnoyeur Duo For a Jobâ 2024 VendĂ©e Globe Campaign, preparing their IMOCA for the round the world race.
Most importantly Mark is passionate about his project and determined to make his dream a reality.
After 2 years of hrad work, he has now qualified for the 2025 edition of the Mini transat!
Mark has now partnered with Orbis Ireland to launch the campaign âRace for Orbisâ
Orbis Ireland, an independent affiliate of Orbis, has set an ambitious goal: to eliminate avoidable blindness in Ethiopia. Focusing on a region of over 4.5 million peopleâwhere the prevalence of blinding diseases like trachoma is among the highest globallyâOrbis Ireland is tackling the three leading causes of avoidable blindness: trachoma, cataracts, and refractive error. Through a combination of hands-on medical training, telemedicine, and partnerships with local health systems, Orbis builds sustainable eye care programs that put treatment within reach for all.
You can donate to Marks charity GoFundMe here, donations will also be taken on the night.
Join us for an evening of adventure, inspiration, and support for a great cause.
Members, please book via Club App.
Non-members please click here to book.
Pre-Launch Safety Demonstration
Our Cruising Committee have put together a day Vital Information, Live Demonstrations & Life-Saving Skills for a Safe and Enjoyable Season
đ Saturday, April 5th
â° 10:00 AM â 4:00 PM
Join us for an engaging and informative safety demonstration ahead of the season. We have an exciting program planned, featuring:
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Offshore Safety Gear Demonstration â Ian from Viking Marine and Tom from Solas Marine will showcase the latest advancements in offshore safety equipment.
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Man Overboard Night Rescue Presentation â Kenny Rumble will share insights from a real-life âman overboardâ rescue during the Around Ireland Race.
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Live Search & Rescue Simulation â A joint demonstration by the Coast Guard and RNLI, highlighting their cutting-edge equipment and interagency coordination. This will include a live rescue simulation, featuring the Coast Guard drone and collaboration between the Dun Laoghaire Coast Guard and RNLI units.
Donât miss this opportunity to enhance your safety knowledge and see these critical rescue operations in action!
Sail In Company – Greystones Marina
Following the success of last year, weâre kicking off the new sailing season with a Cruise in Company to Greystones Marina on Sunday, 4th May, returning Monday, 5th May.
We'll muster at 13:30 in Scotsmanâs Bay, aiming to arrive in Greystones Marina before 16:30 / 17:00. Once weâre docked, weâll come together for a drink to celebrate the start of what we hope will be another great season on the water.
Berths will be assigned in advance, and details will be shared prior to departure.
To help with planning, please complete the below Jotform to let us know:
- Whether youâll be attending as crew or bringing your own boat
- If youâre a skipper, whether youâre happy to take on additional crew for the passage and/or overnight stay
As itâs a bank holiday weekend and dining options can be limited for larger groups, we suggest that each skipper organises their own dinner plans for themselves and their crew.
Looking forward to a great start to the season â hope to see many of you there!
Regards
The Cruising Subcommittee
Rib Drivers needed â all welcome â Information evening 27th March
Do you have a powerboat certificate and want to put your skills to good use? Dublin Bay Sailing Club is looking for RIB drivers to assist with our summer 2025 sailing programme, offering a great opportunity to gain experience on the water and be part of an exciting sailing community.
We will be holding an information evening for interested individuals as below
Location: Royal St George Yacht Club
Date: Thursday 27 March
Time: 7pm
Light refreshments will be provided
For more information and to RSVP, please click here