THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
53° 17.635’ N 006° 07.770’ W
THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
The National yacht club welcomes you
Welcome to the official website of the National Yacht Club — a home for sailors, families, and enthusiasts alike on the beautiful shores of Dublin Bay.
Our Story
Located at the historic East Pier in Dún Laoghaire, our club has enjoyed a rich maritime tradition and community atmosphere for well over a century. We pride ourselves on blending serious sailing — dinghy racing, offshore adventures, keelboats — with the warmth of a welcoming social club.
What We Offer
- Superb sailing facilities: slipway directly from the clubhouse into the harbour, over eighty club moorings, platform parking, pontoons, fuelling, water, crane-lifting — all the essentials for modern boating.
- A full calendar of events year-round: competitive racing on Dublin Bay and beyond, cruising opportunities, training for all levels, and a lively social side with quiz nights, wine dinners, and more.
- A sense of community: we value a family ethos, support, and fellowship, whether you’re a lifelong sailor or just discovering the sport.
Join Us
If you’re intrigued by life by the water — sailing, socialising, or simply enjoying the spectacular outlook over Dublin Bay — we’d love to hear from you.
Membership offers full use of club facilities, from the vibrant activity on the water to the welcoming clubhouse by the pier.
Explore the rest of our website to find out more about our sailing programme, club history, events calendar, and how you can become part of this active, friendly club.
Fair winds and we look forward to welcoming you on board.
FEATURED ARTICLES
U25s Wine Appreciation Evening – Sip, Learn & Socialise!
Good wine, great company and new friends!
Join us for a relaxed wine appreciation evening designed for young adults over 18.
Discover new flavours, enjoy guided wine tasting and learn a little more about wine in a fun, social setting.
📅 Thursday, 12 November | 7:30pm
💶 €25 per person
STRICTLY OVER 18s
✨ Limited places available – book now via Smartclub App and bring your friends! 🥂
NYE Gala Ball
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 in timeless style at the National Yacht Club’s spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala Ball.
A long-standing Club tradition, this is a night to dress up, come together and welcome the New Year in unforgettable surroundings.
🥂 Drinks Reception @ 7.30pm
🍽️Elegant Dinner @ 8.30pm
🎶Music & Dancing Until Late
Gather friends, raise a glass and dance your way into the New Year at one of the Club’s most anticipated nights of the year.
Black Tie | A Night to Remember
Book now via SmartClub App
Ring in the New Year in style at the National Yacht Club! 🥂
Quiz News!
The Brains of the Bay quiz season was exhumed on Wednesday 21st October, when 19 teams returned (or participated for the first time) for an exciting and pulsating quiz, which went to a tie break when Quiztopher Columbus and Answers Aweigh finished level on points. First-time participants Answers Aweigh prevailed to set up the remainder of the season as a challenge to the existing bulwarks of the Dun Laoghaire harbour intelligentsia. We welcome Answers Aweigh, Thin Quizzy, and the returning The Quizzly Bears to the quiz. In the absence of reigning Brains of the Bay Wizard, it was an opportunity for many teams to get a head start. However, seasoned campaigners Enchantress, Corner Boys, Celtic Boys and Chancellors could not make an impact, putting paid to the claim of ‘a year older, a year wiser’. Still, T.B.M. and Quiztopher Columbus kept the newbies honest. The next round is hotly anticipated.
IN CONVERSATION WITH BRIAN UNIACKE
40,000 nautical miles. Five oceans. One extraordinary adventure.
Join us at the National Yacht Club for a special evening with Brian Uniacke, First Mate aboard Team Tongyeong in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, hosted by fellow Clipper Race adventurer Damien Payne of Team Power of Seattle.
From challenging ocean crossings and unpredictable weather to life at sea, leading a crew and the unforgettable moments of sailing around the world, Brian will share first-hand stories from one of sailing’s greatest endurance challenges.
Hosted by Damien, the evening begins with dinner, followed by an engaging conversation with Brian and a Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to hear the stories behind the adventure and put your own questions to him.
Whether you’re a passionate sailor, an ocean-racing enthusiast or simply curious about what it takes to sail around the world, this promises to be a fascinating evening of adventure, insight and inspiration.
Dinner, stories from the high seas and a chance to hear from two sailors who know what it takes to go the distance.
📅 Thursday, 5 November
🕖 7.00pm
📍 National Yacht Club
💶 €40 per person
Book now via the SmartClub App.
Non-Members Click Here to book
Transition Year Introduction To Match Racing
As part of the waterfront transition year students activities, the National YC is offering an introduction to Match Racing on the club Eliotts. Wether you have dreams to be in the next Dublin world tour line up and battle with the best Match racers or you simply want to enjoy growing sailing skill, teamwork, rules knowledge and have great exciting fun in the process, the course is for you!
National YC head coach Thomas Chaix will run the sessions along with his team. 3 of the days will be dedicated to grow the necessery skills practicing starts, the course and the teamwork in delivering solid boathandling. The final day will deliver a fun and friendly competition putting all into practice...
The Eliotts are perfect for Match racing. These small keelboats usually sailed with 3 onboard (sometimes 4) are highly manoeuvrerable and will challenge young sailors progressing all the necessery skills. Sailors can register as a team or individually. the coaching team will ensure everyone interested is able to sail.
Sign up is on nyc.ie smart club: https://www.smartclubcloud.com/events/eventlist.aspx?c=6807a1d1-b7a9-44f6-ad35-3d95686c7ff0
Places are limited to 4 teams or 12 sailors, ideally with 4 keen skippers as we have a 4 boats operation.
Discover our amenities
2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship
2026 ILCA 6 Women's World Championship
Club boats issues
To report any club boat issues, fill out the club boat issue reporting form.
Club Merchandise
Browse a great selection of clothing and other NYC branded items for all occasions!.
Book a Club Boat
From our large selection of crafts, for your enjoyment!
Adult Sailing Courses
We are running Adult Sailing courses for members and non-members alike to cover the basics, more complex stuff and racing roles.
Join the club
The National Yacht Club is currently accepting membership applications.