We are putting out a request to anyone who may be able to donate old sails that they will not need anymore. Any donated sails will be repurposed by a fashion designer which she will use for her final year collection in fashion design. Any donation will be gratefully appreciated If you think you can […]
Sailing News
RSGYC Webinar Series Proudly Presents – Winning Races In Dublin Bay, Top Tips From North Sails Ireland’s “Prof”
The Royal St George Webinar Series is proud to present: “Winning Races In Dublin Bay – Top Tips From North Sails Ireland’s “Prof” Join Maurice “Prof” O’Connell on Wednesday, February 24th at 19:30 on Zoom for an engaging talk based on racing, and most importantly, winning in Dublin Bay “Prof” from North Sails Ireland never […]
Some great shots were submitted for the Photo Competition
Here are the photos that were submitted by Club members last week for our photo competition. As you will see there are some wonderful shots in a variety of settings. We are reliably informed that the jury are meeting soon to confirm all votes and the winning photo which will be announced here. Thank you […]
The Irish Times features the RSGYC and our Sailors
We had a weclome visit from a reporter with the Irish Times last week who wanted to see how Covid- 19 has impacted sailing in Dun Laoghaire. Fortunately some of our Club members were on hand to give their views. Click here to view the piece on the Irish Times website. From Feb 6th 2021 […]
Irish Sailing Dinghy Instructor course April 5th – 9th 2021
April 5th to 9th 2021 From 8.30am – approx 6.00pm each day BOOK HERE Course Fees: €325 RSGYC members, €360 Non- RSGYC members Pre-Requisites Required o ISA Instructor Pre-entry Assessment Certificate o ISA National Powerboat Certificate o Log of 20+ powerboat hours on Console and Tiller o Current Emergency Care Certificate or Equivalent o Garda […]
2021 Elmo Trophy – 28th and 29th August 2021
This is a Team Racing Event. Team must consist of 6 members from the same club or dinghy association with all team members aged 19 or under on 31st December 2021. NOTICE OF RACE- Click here: Fee is: €90 (entry deposit is €150) Book HERE Elmo Trophy Dinner / Starts 18:30 hrs €15 per person […]
RSGYC Club member & North Sails Maurice ‘Prof’ O’ Connell on the Amercias Cup and more
Our very own ‘Prof’ was interviewed with Fergal Keane of RTE Radio 1 for the Amercias Cup last week. Click here to listen to the full interview on RTE Radio 1 Tonight at 10:30 tune in for a chat on all things Vendee Globe and the America’s Cup with Maurice “Prof” O’Connell on RTE Radio […]
Sailing Instructors wanted for 2021
Instructors wanted We are Seeking Dinghy Instructors Advanced Instructors Assistant Senior Instructor Keelboat Instructors (To start in April- Weekday evenings and weekends depending on your availability). Sailing Coaches for weekends and holidays Team Racing /Skiff / 29’er coaches The Royal St George Yacht Club is currently looking to recruit a number of committed sailing instructors for […]
Have You Instructed Sailing in the Past?
Have you instructed sailing in the past, maybe worked as an Instructor once upon a time? Would you like to get back out onto the water? If so, we want to hear from you. At the RSGYC, we realise that there are many excellent sailors and past instructors who would like to sail or instruct […]
Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta Notice of Race and Online Entry for 2021
We are delighted to announce the return of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta for 2021!!! This fantastic event will run over two weekends and will launch under a new and exciting format for 2021 under the Chairmanship of Don O’Dowd. The 2021 Regatta dates: One Designs […]