From racing to cruising, Newport Yacht Club is home to a wide variety of sailboats. Not only do we have Irondequoit Bay to sail but Lake Ontario is a short distance away. The bay offers a unique opportunity as the afternoon thermals provide great wind into the evening.
NEW! Beginner Keelboat Racing Educational Series, starting May 13.
If you’ve ever thought:
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“Racing looks fun, but I don’t know where to start”
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“I’ve crewed before but never really understood what’s going on”
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“I’d like to try it, but it seems a little intimidating”
👉 This is exactly what this program is for.
📅 Schedule (All sessions start at 6:30 PM)
Classes (Wednesdays @ 6:30 PM in clubhouse):
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May 13 — How Racing Works
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May 20 — Starts & Boat Handling
⭐ Thu, May 21 (6:00 PM) — First Start Night (Beginner Racing)
Your first real start — no pressure, beginner-only environment
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May 27 — Rules & Simple Strategy
On-the-Water Nights:
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Wed, June 3 (6:00 PM) — Intro Race Night
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Wed, June 10 (6:30 PM) — Intro Race Night 2 (Maybe?)
🎯 What to Expect
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Learn just enough to get started
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Get on the water quickly
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Build confidence in a relaxed setting
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No experience required
By the time Thursday racing starts on June 4, you’ll already have:
✔ Done a real start
✔ Sailed a course
✔ Been part of a race crew
👉 If you’re interested and haven’t responded yet, email our Race Chairman Jeff with the link below and let him know you’re in.
Looking forward to seeing some new faces out there this season.
Questions? Contact Race Chairman Jeff Heidman,
Brown Jug Regatta 2026
- The Brown Jug is being hosted at the Newport Yacht Club this year (2025).
- More details to follow.
LASER REGATTA June 20, 2026
BRIODY REGATTA 2026 CANCELLED
- Notice Of Race
Club Racing
Newport Yacht club has a variety of racing events planned for 2025!
Thursday Nights feature our entire fleet racing on the Bay!
Saturday mornings the Cruisers and Catalina 22s race on the lake, weather permitting.
Sunday afternoon is our primary small boat racing, although the Cruisers often show up as well!
See details for each series below.
If you are interested in participating, contact our Race Chair, Jeff Heidman, at Racing@NewportYachtClubRoc.com
2025 Newport Yacht Club Racing Schedule
Thursday Night Bay Racing
Location: Irondequoit Bay
Fleets: All Fleets
Cruising Fleet
Spring Series: May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26, July 3
Summer Series: July 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14
Fall Series: August 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18
Saturday Afternoon Lake Racing
Location: Lake Ontario (or Irondequoit Bay depending on conditions)
Fleets: Cruisers, Catalina ’22
Start Time: 1100 (2-3 races, depending on conditions)
Spring Series: May 24, 31, Jun 7
Fall Series: August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 27
Sunday Bay Racing
Location: Irondequoit Bay
Fleets: All Fleets
Start time: 1300 (2-3 races, depending on conditions)
Dates
Spring Series: 6/9 – 7/7
Summer Series: 7/14 – 8/25
Fall Series: 9/1 – 10/20