24.03.2026

THE FINAL COUNT DOWN IS ON WITH JUST SEVEN DAYS BEFORE THE START OF THE FIRST RACE OF 2026

…….and it really is time to enter if you are planning to be on the start line on Wednesday 1st April

DON’T DELAY ANY LONGER, YOU CAN ENTER HERE NOW

The Club Racing Programme, Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions can be found at https://rtyc.org/club-racing-2026/ and the Duty Rota for club racing has now been published

REFRESHER TRAINING FOR FORTHCOMING CHAMPIONSHIPS

There are two more volunteer training sessions planned for this weekend volunteers.

Saturday 28^th at 9.30 am – Practical Rib refresher sessions on the water, meet in Training Room.

Sunday 29^th at 9.30 am – Practical session on the Harbourside and meet in the Billiard Room.

FREE Tea and Coffee will be available at all sessions

All aimed at developing and learning new skills and building confidence and teamwork. Each session will be tailored to those attending.

To find out more or sign up please email events@rtyc.org or WhatsApp Bob Penfold

If you would like to know more, get involved with club racing and especially if you are able to offer help at a specific championship or event, please do get in touch with Bob Penfold events@rtyc.org Mobile 07970353660

Details and date of all events are on the club website https://rtyc.org/championships-2026/

A wonderful morning sailing on Saturday 21^st, our first day on the water this year
Perfect conditions for a shake down sail and to welcome several new young sailors and their families to SQ13.
We have sessions coming thick and fast over the next few weeks, with some racing planned as well for the kids.
If you are able to help or would like to know more please contact Ian Mills ian_h_mills@hotmail.com

Please encourage entries and help to spread the word and share with your sailing friends both locally and around the country,

The event will be now be part of the Sailjuice Summer Series as well as the first ever Melges 15 National Championship.

The Notice of Race for the Torbay Dinghy Regatta is now published and Entry is open at https://rtyc.org/event/torbay-dinghy-regatta-2026/

Entries are now open for the Torbay Royal Regatta

The Torbay Royal Regatta is shaping up to be a great event this year with two separate race areas and multiple classes choosing Torquay for their championships. We will be hosting the IRC South West Championship, Impala Nationals, and both the J/24 and RS21 Nationals. We are hoping to see strong Sportsboat entry especially from the SB20 class with their World Championships coming to Torquay in 2027.

The Notice of Race can be found here https://rtyc.org/event/torbay-royal-regatta-2026/

CLUB TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Getting ready for the coming season and looking to learn new skills or update and refresh your current skills. Take a look at these courses and see how they can help build confidence and keep you safe on the water.

RYA Powerboat Level 2 – June 2^nd/3^rd

https://rtyc.org/event/rya-powerboat-level-2-11/