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St. Augustine’s School visit NYC
The National Yacht Club was honoured to once again welcome students from Saint Augustineâs Special School to the Club last week.
Saint Augustineâs School is part of Saint John of God Community Services for people with an intellectual disability.
The school provides a Vocational Development Programme to prepare students for their transition from St Augustineâs, whether to further training or to the world of work.
Wine Appreciation Spring Course
Last few places remaining on our Spring Wine Appreciation Course - Book Now and don't miss out!
We are delighted to announce that, following the phenomenal success of our first course, the dates are now confirmed for our second course this spring.
The course will run for seven weeks, from February 6th to March 20th.
We are now inviting bookings, with places limited to 18 participants and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you wish to attend, please reserve your place as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high demand, we kindly ask that you ensure the full course schedule works for you before booking.
Please click HERE to book
We look forward to welcoming you.
Junior Awards Dinner 2025
Itâs nearly time for our annual Junior Awards evening.
On the night our allstar sailors take over the dining room for a 3 course meal, and parents are banished to the JB Room! đ
Details:
đĄ Arrive: 6:30pm
đœïž Dinner: 7:00pm sharp (parents and kids)
đ Dress code: Smart
đ€ Entertainment: Provided by our brilliant instructors (more info soon!)
đ Awards Presentation: 8:00pm
đïž Raffle: All proceeds to the RNLI
*Please book today places fill fast*!
We’re Open – Monday 22nd December
Weâre open on Monday 22nd December on our normal weekday catering hours and would love to welcome you.
Drop in for a relaxed morning coffee, enjoy a cosy lunch by the fire, or join us later for a delicious evening dinner.
Whether youâre catching up with friends or taking a well-earned break, we look forward to seeing you.
New Year’s Eve – LUNCH
Join us for a New Yearâs Eve lunch as we celebrate the start of a brand-new year.
Limited tables still availableâbook now!
Bookings phone: (01) 2805725 or email: manager@nyc.ie
Christmas Quiz Update
Ho ho hole lotta fun was had on Wednesday night at the Christmas quiz dinner. Yule never believe who won. Well, you will believe, but that wouldnât have worked as a pun. T.B.M. compounded their good early season form and their recent win, with another win ahead of erstwhile champions Wizard. The T.B.M. team must have studied hard on Christmas related topics because they scored 62 out of a total of 66 questions, a truly tremendous performance. The Salopettes got into the festive spirit with a much-improved return of 3rd place, and Quiztopher Columbus and The Dirty Ruckers filled the remaining places.
In the standings for overall lead in the quiz series, Wizard continue to force the pace, but T.B.M. are effectively tied. A sobering up Corner Boys share 3rd place overall with Quiztopher Columbus. Tango get this weeks mention for a continued improvement in their showing.
The quiz will return on January 21st 2026. The Quizmaster would like to take this opportunity to wish Sara, Michael, all the club staff, and all the quiz participants a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous and joy-filled new year. Next yearâs questions are already being craftedâŠ
The Quizmaster
Mark O’Connor – Fireside Chats
Join us for an unforgettable fireside chat with Mark OâConnor on January 15th.
Hear first-hand tales from one of Irelandâs most inspiring sailing achievements as Mark recounts his incredible Mini Transat adventure â a race widely regarded as one of the toughest solo ocean challenges in the world.
Mark took on the Atlantic alone, racing a 6.5-metre boat across thousands of miles of open ocean with no outside assistance, no weather routing, and no support â just skill, resilience, and determination. Battling relentless seas, shifting winds, exhaustion, and isolation, Mark pushed himself to the absolute limit.
His journey culminated in an extraordinary 20th-place photo finish after 17 intense days at sea, making Mark the youngest Irish Sailor to cross the Atlantic Solo, a testament to razor-thin margins, mental toughness, and relentless focus.
From moments of pure exhilaration to the harsh realities of solo life offshore, Mark will share what it truly takes to survive â and compete â in one of sailingâs most demanding races.
Expect gripping stories, hard-won lessons, and an honest look at courage, preparation, and perseverance on the Atlantic Ocean.
January 15th @ 7.30pm