Royal Victoria Yacht Club

11/29/2024

We appreciate the enthusiasm and support you have shown for RVYC Sea of Lights in the past. This year, the Sea of Lights Sail Past will not be held as a public event, and the boats will remain docked.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.🎄🛥️

09/11/2024

2024 Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame Induction | Intronisation 2024 au Temple de la renommée de la voile canadienne

Today, meet 2024 Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame inductee David Cook (posthumous), 1996 Paralympic Silver Medalist in Sonar from Victoria, B.C.

🎫Get your tickets for the 2024 Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame Induction to be held Saturday, October 5th, at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club: https://www.sailing.ca/product/2024-canadian-sailing-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony/.

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Aujourd'hui, rencontrez l'intronisé 2024 au Temple de la renommée de la voile canadienne David Cook (à titre posthume), médaillé d’argent paralympique en Sonar en 1996 de Victoria, C.-B.

🎫Procurez-vous vos billets pour l'intronisation 2024 au Temple de la renommée de la voile canadienne qui aura lieu le samedi 5 octobre au Royal Vancouver Yacht Club : https://fr.sailing.ca/produit/ceremonie-dintronisation-du-temple-de-la-renommee-de-la-voile-canadienne-2024/.

Royal Victoria Yacht Club
BC Sailing
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club (Official)
Canadian Paralympic Team
Great Lakes Museum

08/20/2024

Step back in time at the Victoria Classic Boat Festival and meet Dorothy - a 127-year-old beauty built in Victoria in 1897!

She's the oldest Canadian sailboat still sailing and has been lovingly restored to her former glory.

Don't miss the chance to see this vintage gaff-rigged sloop from August 30-September 1 at the Inner Harbour.

06/19/2024

We were honoured to have HRH The Princess Royal visit Royal Victoria Yacht Club on Sunday, May 5, 2024!

Her Royal Highness Princess Anne graced us with her presence to meet the talented local youth sailors who participated in the Spring Dinghies Regatta. Among them were members of the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets, showcasing their impressive skills and dedication. As Admiral of the UK Sea Cadet Corps, The Princess Royal’s visit highlighted our Club’s strong ties with the Royal Canadian Navy and our esteemed Royal honourific.

Our Club, renowned for having one of the finest sailing programs in Canada and recognized by Sail Canada for excellence and innovation, was abuzz with excitement and activity. The weekend was truly special with regatta participants and various events, making the visit a memorable experience for all involved.

Photo credits: Thomas Hawker & Kendic Grasby

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05/16/2024

Take a look at these smiling faces enjoying our 132nd Opening Day! Thank you to all who attended the kick off of our 2024 sailing season.

05/07/2024

Local celebrity, Emerson the elephant seal, paid the club a visit to sunbathe and moult for the day.

PC: Thomas Hawker

03/25/2024

02/03/2024

BC Sailing and the Royal Victoria Yacht Club are hosting a Coastal Personal Survival Course in Victoria BC on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

The Coastal Personal Survival Course is a 1 day course for experienced sailors who are participating in World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) Category 3-4 passages or events such as the Southern Straits Yacht Race, Patos Island Race, Swiftsure International Yacht Race, and Cascadian Convoy.

The course includes classroom and practical sessions and is Sail Canada approved.

Coastal Personal Survival Course topics include inspecting personal safety equipment, heavy weather sails, obtaining and interpreting local weather forecasts, hypothermia and cold water immersion, crew overboard recovery, emergency signals and communications.

This newly scheduled Sunday, March 24th class expands availability of the Coastal course, with classes also offered on other dates at West Vancouver Yacht Club and Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club.

Complete information on this course and the registration system links for upcoming classes are online at: https://www.vicmaui.org/sas-1day

Online registration for the Sunday, March 24th class will commence at 7:00 am Pacific Time on Monday, February 5th. First come, first served.

01/18/2024

Closed for the day!

01/17/2024

📢 Attention Royal Victoria Yacht Club Members 📢

Due to the inclement snowy weather, the clubhouse will be closed for the rest of the day. Your safety is our top priority, so please stay indoors and take necessary precautions. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We'll keep you updated on any further developments. Stay warm and safe! ❄️

Photo Credits: RVYC General Manager