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Our program for our youngest sailors and sailors to be…. Fun on, in, and around the water, and the learning to sail follows.

Sea Squirts and Tigers and Lions are back! Immerse your children in our fun, friendly Sea Squirts, Tigers & Lions program with our Sunday sessions to give them a love of the sea and sailing, from an early stage.

Sundays commencing from April 19th 2026.

The Sunday Sessions will begin at 9.30am until 11.00am for Squirts, 11.30am until 1.00pm for Tigers 9.30 until 12.30 for Lions. RSGYC Members only.

(Please note Lions must have their own boat, or use of one. Club boats are available to rent).

Sailors must be fully dressed in appropriate and most importantly warm sailing clothing and ready to go afloat by 9.25am (Squirts and Lions) and 11.25am (Tigers).

Please note that places are limited, sailors should sign up ASAP to avoid disappointment.

For those who have sailed with us over the last few years, you know the drill – for those joining us this year, here is the score.

Ages (Squirts & Tigers) : 6 to 10 (no experience needed). Tigers, graduates of the Squirts or Tigers, and ready to make the move into sailing on their own in their boat. 

Lions – for those sailors graduating from Sea Tigers, with their own boat (or Club boat until they have their own), who are ready to take the next step in their sailing. The aim will be to learn the basics of sailing in the Optimist and prepare sailors to move up to the next Optimist training group. Lions will be able to move up when they can sail a triangle course safely, have demonstrated the confidence and ability to manage their boat in light to medium wind and wave conditions

Boats: we use a combination of Oppies, 1720’s, Stand Up Paddleboards, Ribs, and kayaks dependant on the conditions. 

Objective: a fun introduction to sailing, sea, and making friends at the Royal St George Y.C.

Required: wetsuit (full), life jacket, and suitable foot and headwear – a cag or waterproof coat too. If you need a wetsuit to get your sailor going, contact the Sailing Office and we will be able to rent a Club suit for May. 

Always on, even in bad weather, the programs will run – indoor and non-sailing activities such as kayaking and SUPing will happen in place of sailing.

Frequency: The key to learning sailing and water skills is the frequency, not the intensity of learning. This program does not substitute a Summer Sailing course but complements it perfectly by building confidence slowly and surely.

Our philosophy is all about giving your child a love of the sea and sailing while making friends in a fun environment. All the instructors are chosen because of their ability to connect with the kids and ensure learning in a fun /low-pressure environment.

WhatsApp

We know, not another WhatsApp Group! But to help us keep you up to date, please send your child’s name, your name, and your mobile number, and we will add you to the WhatsApp group for the Sea Squirts & Tigers to keep you up to date. 

Volunteers

Sea Squirts is run on 100% volunteer basis, and if you can support us, we would love your help. On our first Sunday morning, we can have a coffee and chat with the parents and share out the tasks.

Booking

Each month, you will get a booking link for the forthcoming 4/5 Sundays of the month. You can book as many or as few Sundays as you like. IF YOU HAVEN’T BOOKED, we will not be able to take your child sailing as we will have no waiver or proper contact details.

Sea Squirts & Tigers  – €20 Per Sailor p/ session
Sea Lions – €35 Per Sailor p/session

We look forward to meeting you again this year and to our Sea Squirts and Tigers having a brilliant season of fun, friendship, and sailing.

Please be advised: There will be no refund/s issued for missed sessions. Payments are non-refundable after one month of registration date due to the cancellation of courses in the event of bad weather.

Inquiries to: sailing@rsgyc.ie

Looking forward to seeing you on Sundays!

Please Book in advance.

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       East Coast Championship May 15th – 17th, 2026, Dun Laoghaire, Ireland

The RSGYC is looking forward to welcoming the Dragon Class back to Dun Laoghaire from May 15th to 17th. The Dragons continue to be one of the most competitive one-design yacht racing classes worldwide, with a tremendous history that the Royal St. George Yacht is proud to be part of. We look forward to this prestigious championship.

The Event

• Friday May 15th to Sunday May 17th

Entry Form

NoR

Official Notice Board 

Results

Hearing Request Form Used for a Protest, Request for Redress or Request to Reopen

Entry List

Event Program

Competitor Information (venue maps, tidal streams, etc.)

Dun Laoghaire Harbour Webcam

Parking at the Harbour (Each entry will receive complimentary parking for 1 vehicle for the duration of the event).

For further information, please contact:

Karin Ryan. RSGYC Sailing Manager Email:

Ronan Murphy. RSGYC Dragon Class Captain  Email: 

Peter Bowring. RSGYC Event Organiser Email:

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Last Sunday’s vintage car and bike rally at the Royal St. George was a resounding success, bringing together enthusiasts and spectators for a truly memorable day. The event began with a gathering of beautifully maintained classic cars at the club, creating a vibrant and nostalgic atmosphere.

From there, participants set off on a scenic drive to Greenan Maze in Co. Wicklow, enjoying the journey as much as the destination. The route showcased both the elegance of the vehicles and the stunning countryside, making for a highlight of the day.

Following the outing, everyone returned to the club where a delicious lunch was served, providing the perfect opportunity to relax, share stories, and celebrate the occasion. Overall, the rally was a wonderful display of community spirit, passion for vintage vehicles, and excellent organisation—an event that will surely be remembered and eagerly anticipated again next year.

For Photo Gallery Click Here

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Royal St George Yacht Club sailors delivered an outstanding performance at the Irish Sailing Youth National Championships, held last weekend in Ballyholme, with strong results across multiple classes in what proved to be a challenging and demanding regatta.

Competitors faced a testing mix of fluky breezes, very gusty and at times near‑gale conditions, combined with an unexpectedly sharp wind chill for the time of year. Nevertheless, the commitment, resilience, and benefits of a full winter training programme were evident throughout the event, as RSGYC sailors represented their club with pride, determination, and excellent spirit.

ILCA 6

RSGYC enjoyed a superb showing in the highly competitive ILCA 6 fleet, with club sailors claiming the top two podium positions.

• Conor Cronin sailed a consistent regatta to secure 1st place,
• followed closely by Marcus Shelly in 2nd place.

They were pushed hard throughout the series by fellow RSGYC sailors Max O’Hare, Rory Brennan‑Hobbs, and Jack Ives, all of whom delivered impressive performances in extremely testing conditions. Zita Tempany was the first RSGYC girl in the fleet, rounding out a particularly strong club presence. With challenging squalls and a deep, competitive fleet, the class provided tough days of racing — well done to all involved.

ILCA 4

In the ILCA 4 fleet, RSGYC once again featured prominently on the podium.

• Kate Spain produced a near‑faultless regatta to claim 1st place overall,
• while Tom Darcy finished an excellent 5th in a hotly contested fleet.

With four of the five races completed in a single demanding day, it was an exhausting but rewarding championship for the sailors, who certainly earned their rest afterwards.

29er

Under the guidance of coach Ellie Cunnane, the RSGYC 29er squad also enjoyed a very successful championship.

• Juliet Ryan and Ella Rock delivered a standout performance, finishing 1st all‑girls crew and 3rd overall in the fleet.

The club was further represented by Dan Moran and Cian O’Flannagain, who competed confidently at their first away event in the class, gaining valuable experience in challenging conditions.

RSGYC members also featured prominently on the overall podium, with

• Caolinn Gearty McDonnell and Eoin Byrne (NYC) finishing 1st, and
• Louise Hanley and Sebastian Wright (NYC) taking 2nd place in a very competitive fleet.

Topper 5.3

In the Topper 5.3 class, Cian Farrell was the sole RSGYC representative in one of the largest fleets at the championships. Against stiff competition, Cian sailed exceptionally well to finish a brilliant 5th place, only a handful of points from the leaders — an impressive result in a demanding fleet.

Optimist

RSGYC had a particularly strong presence in the Optimist class, with 20 sailors making up nearly half of the 44‑boat fleet. The club dominated the podium, achieving a clean sweep:

Congratulations to Emily Donagh, who was crowned 2026 Irish Sailing Youth National Champion (Optimist) at the Irish Sailing Youth Nationals, her twin sister Maeve finished 2nd overall, having won the same title in 2025. Following the event, Emily and Maeve have both secured places on the Irish Worlds Team and will represent Ireland at the 2026 Optimist World Championship in Tangier, Morocco (18th–28th June).

• Gold: Emily Donagh
• Silver: Maeve Donagh
• Bronze: Philippa Arthurs

Further excellent results followed, with Holly Cantwell, Ruairí Slattery, Felix Crinion, and Arthur Fegan finishing 5th, 6th, 8th, and 10th respectively.

Congratulations also go to all RSGYC Optimist sailors who represented Team George with distinction: Jess Walsh, Ollie Ryan, Ava Molloy, Louis Trickett, Kai Lawton, Kate Kovtun, Éabha Brennan‑Hobbs, Andrew Arthurs, Leo Smyth, Ben Smyth, Zoe O’Hare, Rian Foy Joyce, and Lucille Mullett.

In total, RSGYC sailors made up 45% of the Optimist fleet yet secured an impressive 58% of the available Irish team selection places, highlighting the depth, quality, and strength of the club’s youth programme.

Congratulations to all sailors, coaches, and supporters on a tremendous weekend of racing.
Royal St George Yacht Club can be immensely proud of this outstanding team performance at national level.

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Published by the Department of Transport, the Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreational Craft is an essential resource for anyone using the water for leisure. It provides practical safety information, advice, and best practice guidance for owners, operators and users across a wide range of craft operating in Irish coastal and inland waters.

The Code covers a broad spectrum of activities, including sailing craft, motorboats, angling boats, personal watercraft such as jet skis, rowing boats, canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, windsurfers, foiling and kitesurfing craft, as well as non-powered vessels.

A key feature of the document is the “Think and Prepare” safety checklists, designed to help users plan ahead before going afloat. These encourage individuals to consider their activity in advance, ensure they have appropriate training and safety equipment, and understand what actions to take in an emergency.

The Code is structured in a clear and practical format. It begins with a general introduction and safety checklists, followed by Part A outlining the legal requirements applicable to different types of craft. Part B provides recommended guidelines and best practice for safe operation. Additional appendices cover important topics such as radiocommunications, collision prevention, weather, lifejackets, passage planning, buoyage and anchoring.

The Code of Practice is available free of charge. You can download a copy here or please call to Irish Sailing office to pick up a hard copy. Clubs may order in bulk to distribute to their members- please contact Stephen O’Shaughnessy at stephen.oshaughnessy@sailing.ie to order, or for more information. 

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Darkness Into Light

The RSGYC is delighted to be participating in our fifth annual

Darkness Into Light Sail on Saturday 9th May!

If you would like to be involved please contact us by emailing here and we
can send you a link to the Google Sheets file that is forming the plan for the sail, adding helps us

plan.

Everyone is welcome – dinghy or keelboat sailor, rib driver, or a passenger on RIB or keelboat.

Sign up!
Volunteer!
Donate!
Pick a lighting scheme!
Welcome to RSGYC DIL2026 Team
Thanks to all the sailors, safety team, and donors!!

Click Here For Fundraising Link

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Join us for the Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland Plant Sale on 18 April from 11am to 2pm at the Royal St George Yacht Club, Carlisle Pier, Dún Laoghaire.

Discover a wide selection of rare plants, garden favorites, and something for every gardening enthusiast.

The Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland — Ireland’s leading gardening charity.

It was founded in 1816, with its inaugural meeting taking place on 30 September 1816 at the Rose Tavern in Donnybrook, Dublin. Its membership spans both professional and amateur gardeners. 

The Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland runs lectures, workshops, plant sales, flower shows, demonstrations and exhibitions. Members get free or half-price entry to more than 50 partner gardens around Ireland, plus garden visits and organised tours both in Ireland and abroad. They also publish the RHSI Journal, which focuses on gardening advice suited to the Irish climate.

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The Royal St. George Yacht Club is delighted to invite you to the St. George’s Day Gala Dinner

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Mitchells Wines Present An Evening of Wine Tasting, Spot Prizes and A Trivia Challenge 

All Tables will seat 10.

If you are booking for less than 10 we will allocate you to a Club Table.

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Date: Saturday 25th April 2026

Location: The Royal St. George Yacht Club, Dún Laoghaire, Co. Dublin,

A96 AY77

Start Time: 19:30

Dress Code: Smart or Reefer

To Book Please Click here

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Save the Date!

16th of May 2026

at 18.30

Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire

Dress Code – Black Tie/Maritime Elegance

RSVP – Naomh@atlanticshackelton.org

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