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DOSC Members have the benefit of reciprocal arrangements with sailing clubs all around the world. We are currently working to formalise more of such arrangements. In the meantime, please click on the links below to find out more about each of the Clubs we currently have have arrangements with. Â
Orford Sailing Club:
Orford, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Orford Sailing Club, nestled in the picturesque village of Orford, Suffolk, overlooks the tranquil River Ore. Celebrated for its community spirit and sailing heritage, the club offers a perfect blend of competitive and leisure sailing experiences. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, it caters to sailors of all levels, from beginners to seasoned veterans.
The club’s calendar is highlighted by its annual regatta, a much-anticipated event that brings together the local sailing community. The clubhouse, a hub of social interaction, boasts panoramic views of the river. It’s a place where members gather to recount their sailing adventures and enjoy the local cuisine. The Orford Sailing Club stands as a beacon of maritime tradition and a cherished part of the local community, embodying the spirit of sailing in Suffolk.
Circolo Canottieri Jonica:
Catania, Sicily, Italy
Circolo Canottieri Jonica, situated in the vibrant city of Catania on the island of Sicily, graces the shores of the Ionian Sea. This esteemed club is celebrated for its rich history in water sports, particularly rowing and sailing, and its deep connection with the Sicilian maritime culture. The club is renowned for fostering a sense of camaraderie and excellence, welcoming water sports enthusiasts of all skill levels, from novices to seasoned competitors.
The annual highlight of the club’s bustling calendar is its prestigious regatta, an event that not only showcases top sailing talent but also unites the local and regional boating communities. The clubhouse, a central point for social gatherings, offers stunning views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna. Here, members and guests can indulge in the finest Sicilian gastronomy while sharing tales of nautical escapades.
Circolo Nautico “NIC”:
Naples, Campania, Italy
Circolo Nautico “NIC,” located in the historic and picturesque city of Naples, is a gem on the Campanian coast. Overlooking the breathtaking Bay of Naples, this club is deeply rooted in Italy’s rich maritime tradition. Renowned for its commitment to nautical sports, particularly sailing and yachting, NIC caters to a diverse range of members, from enthusiastic beginners to experienced mariners.
The club’s calendar is highlighted by its renowned regatta series, which not only showcases exceptional sailing skills but also fosters a spirit of unity and competition among the maritime community. The clubhouse, a focal point of the club, offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Members and guests can enjoy spectacular views of the bay, including the majestic Vesuvius, while engaging in lively discussions about their nautical adventures or simply enjoying the serene ambiance.
IL CLUB:
Riva del Garda, Italy
Founded in 1928 by Gabriele D’Annunzio, IL CLUB at Via Giancarlo Maroni 2, Riva del Garda, stands as a testament to sailing excellence. Located by Lake Garda, this club is a nexus for sailors of all levels, promoting a rich nautical heritage.
Consiglio Direttivo:
The heart of IL CLUB is its guiding council, the Consiglio Direttivo, which drives innovation and community through prestigious sailing events. The clubhouse offers a space for members to share stories and enjoy the lake’s beauty, fostering unity and respect for maritime traditions. Under the Consiglio Direttivo’s leadership, IL CLUB champions the spirit of sailing, making it a beacon of community and excellence in Riva del Garda.
Royal Dart Yacht Club:
Kingswear, United Kingdom
The Royal Dart Yacht Club, situated in Kingswear England, sees views down the River Dart towards Dartmouth castle. The club, which boasts 150 years of rich sailing tradition hosts a lively social calendar, year round, and is the main base for the port of Dartmouth royal regatta in August. Visiting members are welcome to use the club house, with members bar and lounge along with the club restaurant serving locally soured foods.
Yacht Club Adriaco
Trieste, Italy
In the early months of 1903, a group of yachtsmen of the “Society of Regattas”, driven by the desire to encourage seafaring life and the sport of sailing, decided to set up a sailing company called the Adriaco Yacht Club. Driven by a strong irredentist spirit, the first members choose green and red as social colors which, waving on the social guiding, in the midst of the white of the sails, reproduced the beloved Italian tricolor which, at that time was looked after by the watchful Austrian gendarmerie .
On June 25, 1905, the first real headquarters was inaugurated: it is a “pielego” (suitably modified work boat) which is moored under a bora wind at the root of the Sartorio pier.
Puerto Galera Yacht Club
Puerto Galera, Philippines
In the year 1988, a collective of sailing enthusiasts bound by their love for the sea established the Puerto Galera Yacht Club in the Philippines, marking a cornerstone for yachting culture in the region. The founders selected blue and white to represent the club’s colors, echoing the surrounding seas and skies. The inauguration of its clubhouse swiftly turned the PGYC into a hub for sailors from around the world, fostering a community that thrives on a shared passion for maritime life and the joys of sailing.
Yacht Club Venezia
Venice, Italy
Established in the heart of Venice, Yacht Club Venezia is a prestigious and historic yacht club renowned for its rich heritage and elegant atmosphere. This club, founded in the early 20th century, is situated along the iconic Venetian canals, offering a unique backdrop for its members. It boasts a sophisticated clubhouse adorned with Venetian art and architecture, a private marina with deluxe berthing facilities, and exclusive access to some of the most picturesque waterways in Europe. The club is also known for hosting prestigious sailing events and regattas, making it a hub for sailing enthusiasts and a symbol of Venetian maritime tradition.
Annapolis Yacht club:
Annapolis, USA
The Annapolis Yacht Club is a full service, year-round premier private yacht club founded in 1996 and hosts 2000 members. The club actively offers a multitude of sailboat racing opportunities, cruising for sailors and power boaters, a vigorous junior sailing program, social events, along with first class dining and banquet facilities.
Royal Danish Yacht Club
Hellerup, Denmark
(Danish: Kongelig Dansk Yachtklub; shortened KDY) is a Danish yacht club in Copenhagen that was established 1866 under the name Dansk Forening for Lystsejlads. It is the oldest yacht club in Denmark, and has been under royal patronage since Christian IX’s approval in 1891. It has about 2,200 members. The club house has been situated in Tuborg Havn since 2007.
The Royal Danish Yacht Club was originally based in the Langelinie Pavilion in Copenhagen. The building was destroyed by schalburgtage during World War II. The club has later moved to their new purpose-built headquarters in Tuborg Haven.
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club:
Hong Kong
The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club was founded in 1890 and is primarily based on Kellett island, Hong Kong. Along with their clubhouse on Kellett island, the club has an additional two club houses on middle island and shelter cove which offer views of Hong Kong coastline. Along with these, members of The Royal Hong Kong yacht club have access to the clubs BBQ terrace and private beach, along with unequalled access to the Hong Kong harbour
Southport Yacht Club:
Queensland, Australia
Southport Yacht Club, which was established in 1946, is the Gold Coast’s award-winning premier sports club. The club is home to multiple club houses, a 300-berth Marina and award-winning boating facilities. Additionally, it offers members the exclusive use of the private Dux anchorage at Sth Stradbroke Island.
The False Bay Yacht Club was founded in 1958 and moved into its present clubhouse in 1984.Visiting international and local cruising yachts are most welcome and vessels up to 22M (±20 Tons) can be accommodated. The annual INTASURE sponsored Spring Regatta, which is sailed in September, is regarded as the premier offshore keel boat regatta in South Africa
Norddeutscher regatta verein:
Hamburg, Germany
Norddeutscher Regatta Verein is one of the largest German sailing clubs that sees a panoramic view of the Alster tributary in Hamburg. The club, which was initially founded in 1868 and now has around 2000 members, hosts numerous prestigious sailing events such as the Rolex Baltic week, NRV champions week and the Helga cup (the largest all women regatta in the world).
Royal Forth Yacht Club:Â
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The Royal forth Yacht Club is an established water-sports club with an extensive 150 years of history. The club, which is based at Granton harbour, is within easy reach of Edinburgh city centre, and provides fast and easy access to the beautiful sailing waters of the Firth of Forth estuary. Their onshore facilities include a welcoming clubhouse, function room and patio with licensed facilities and hospitality.
Royal Cape Yacht Club:
Cape Town, South Africa
The Royal Cape Yacht Club was founded as the Table Bay Yacht Club in 1905 and sits at the foot of Africa. Described as a ‘quiet enclave tucked away in the bustle of Cape Town’s docks’, the RCYC is the prime location for sailors looking for respite from stormy weather. The club also hosts the country’s premier keelboat regattas and is home to a first-class restaurant and bar.
Little Ship Club
London, England
Our beautiful clubhouse is right on the Thames by Southwark Bridge in London. If members aren’t on the sea, they are in the club, enjoying good company, excellent food and a great social calendar.
Royal Varuna yacht club:
Pattaya, Thailand
The Royal Varuna Yacht Club, known as the ‘centre of sailing in Thailand’, is located in a secluded cove between Pattaya and Jomtien (a 2-hour drive from Bangkok). The club offers its 500 members full access to its clubhouse, restaurant, swimming pool, junior club house, and seaside accommodation.
Seaview Yacht club:
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Seaview Yacht Club was established in 1893 and hosts around 1800 members to date. The family-oriented club owns a fleet of 13 keel boats (nicknamed the Seaview Mermaids), available for charter for members. Additionally, the club is home to a fleet of 200 clinker-built dinghies founded in 1931, and also offers active Handicap, Optimist and Cruiser classes.
Toronto, Canada
National Yacht Club was established in 1890 with the first clubhouse on the west side of the Queens Quay Wharf. In 1904 it was moved to a more protected area on the east side of the wharf – currently the site of the old Loblaws warehouse (N.E. corner of Bathurst and Lakeshore). Over the past twenty years National Yacht Club has become known in the racing community through hosting events such as LYRA, the 1999 Mobility Cup, several NOOD Regattas (co-hosted with RCYC) and the annual C&C Owners Regatta.
Yacht Club de Cannes
Situated in the vibrant city of Cannes, the club offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling energy of the Mediterranean. Adorned with pristine white buildings and surrounded by azure waters, it is a picturesque destination for sailors seeking solace from the sea’s tempestuous nature.
Royal Lymington Yacht Club:
Lymington, United Kingdom
The Royal Lymington yacht club has excellent facilities, first class training, expert waterside services and a thriving social programme for all ages on and off the water. Its riverside location proves perfect for its regular dinghy and keelboat races which has resulted in an enviable record of success on the water for the club. At the pleasant and friendly clubhouse, members can enjoy RLYMYC’s exceptional restaurant, popular bar, and sun terrace.
Porto Montenegro Yacht Club:
Montenegro
The Club is now structured into distinct squadrons for sailing, motoryachting and rowing each with its own Captain to drive its competitive and informal leisure activity programme, allowing like-minded individuals, couples, families and friends to enjoy a rich mixture of entertainment afloat and ashore through a flexibly system of membership.
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Dublin, Ireland
Founded on loyal membership, we enjoy a family ethos and a strong fellowship which binds our members in a relaxed atmosphere of support and friendship. Bathing in the gentle waterfront ambience of Dun Laoghaire on the edge of South County Dublin, the National Yacht Club has graced the waters of the Irish Sea and far beyond for more than a century. Our famous burgee is a familiar sight in the sailing waters of Ireland, and the proud victory roll of our individual members and our Club is second to none. Facilities include a slipway directly accessing Dun Laoghaire Harbour, over eighty club moorings, platform parking, pontoons, fuelling, watering and crane-lifting ensure that we are excellently equipped to cater for all the needs of the contemporary sailor. Berths with diesel, water, power and overnight facilities are available to cruising yachtsmen with shopping facilities being a short walk away. The club is active throughout the year with full dining and bar facilities and winter activities include bridge, snooker, quiz nights, wine tasting and special events.
Royal Bombay Yacht Club:
Mumbai, India
The Bombay Yacht Club was founded in 1846 with Henry Morland as club commodore and 30 years later – on the recommendation of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse and patronage of Queen Victoria became known as Royal Bombay Yacht Club. The seafront clubhouse was built in 1881, and received a number of prominent visitors within its first ten years including: H.R.H. Prince Arthur, their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and American railroad tycoon and yachting enthusiast Mr. William Kissam Vanderbilt – also part owner of the 1895 America’s Cup winner, the 37.5m sloop: Defender.
The Royal Malta Yacht Club (RMYC)
Ta’ Xbiex, Malta
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA)
Rushcutters Bay, Sydney, Australia
Founded in 1944, the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) stands as a beacon of maritime prestige in Sydney, attracting members from budding sailors to veteran seafarers. This esteemed club is celebrated for its pivotal role in advancing the sailing and yachting culture within the vibrant maritime landscape of Australia.
At its heart, CYCA’s leadership embodies the club’s values of innovation, camaraderie, and competitive spirit. The club is renowned for organizing premier regattas, most notably the iconic Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, which showcases the prowess of its members and cultivates a strong sense of community. The clubhouse, exuding a welcoming atmosphere, serves as a gathering place where members share nautical experiences and celebrate their passion for sailing, reinforcing the club’s status as a center of maritime tradition and fellowship in Australia. Under this leadership, CYCA continues to chart its course, honoring the rich maritime legacy that unites its members.
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS)
Westhaven Marina, Auckland, New Zealand
Established in 1871, the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) is a cornerstone of maritime excellence in Auckland, drawing members from enthusiastic novices to seasoned sailors. This prestigious club is celebrated for its significant contributions to the sailing and yachting culture within New Zealand’s dynamic maritime scene.
At its core, RNZYS’s leadership embodies the club’s values of innovation, camaraderie, and competitive spirit. The club is acclaimed for organizing premier regattas, most notably the revered America’s Cup, which highlights the skill and determination of its members while fostering a deep sense of community. The clubhouse, with its inviting ambiance, serves as a hub where members exchange nautical tales and celebrate their shared love for sailing, reinforcing the club’s position as a bastion of maritime tradition and fellowship in New Zealand. Under this leadership, RNZYS continues to navigate its course, honoring the rich maritime heritage that bonds its members.
