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Beaumaris Yacht Club, Ontario, Canada

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Beaumaris Yacht Club

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The Beaumaris Yacht Club is a strictly private, family-oriented club located on Lake Muskoka, in Ontario, Canada. The Club of today has its roots in the early 1900's. The Beaumaris Golf and Tennis Association was formed in 1911 by local cottagers (mostly from Pennsylvania at the time) to lease a 5-hole golf course and tennis courts from the nearby Beaumaris Hotel. A new clubhouse was built in 1912, and the golf course was expanded to 9 holes. New tennis courts were completed in 1916, and by 1919, the golf course had expanded to 18 holes. At about the same time, the Beaumaris Yacht Club got its start. Originally founded (in about 1912) by US Congressman James Francis Burke, it operated as a sailing club until 1921. The BYC's present building was purchased in 1921, and the Club became a centre for social activities for the surrounding summer community. Despite ups and downs resulting from changes in ownership, two world wars, and the Great Depression, the two "clubs" were consolidated in 1946, and today, the Beaumaris Yacht Club offers its membership a variety of activities including golf, tennis, weekly sailing races, and social entertainment. In addition to top-notch golf and tennis teaching professionals, the Club staff also provides instruction in sailing, swimming, and lifesaving.

1197 Beaumaris Road

705-764-1116

[email protected]

http://www.beaumaris.org/

Welcome to the Royal Anglesey Yacht Club.

Based in the beautiful town of Beaumaris overlooking the Menai Strait and mountains of Snowdonia on the North Wales Coast, our family-friendly yacht club has been in existence since 1885, when Queen Victoria granted the Royal Warrant.

We have a strong fleet of Conwy Fife One Design and Menai Strait One Design boats, which are unique to the club. Racing takes place regularly during the summer season. We have also recently welcomed the Bangor University Sailing team, who race Firefly dinghies from the club during the winter.

Also part of the club is Beaumaris Rowing Club, who enjoy sea rowing on the Menai Strait and regularly attend rowing events elsewhere in Wales.

We welcome new members to join us on or off the water – whether for sailing, rowing or social events.

We hold youth training sessions in sailing and rowing sessions on a regular basis. Check out our training page for more information.

The Club also holds RYA Recognised Training Centre status and offers the RYA Powerboat 1 and 2 and Safety Power boat training courses.

Join us… click here for membership details costs and an application form.

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Beaumaris Yacht Club

Score sheet position
Significance of events
Depth of competition
Overall consistency in performance;
Recognition and/or ranking achieved outside Ontario and Canada;
Versatility or scope of achievements;
Degree of inspiration to others both on the water and on shore;
Overall contribution to the quality and recognition of Ontario sailors;
A role model to others in the sailing community.
Actual race results with particular regard to:
Noticeable improvement in performance during the current year, indicating the potential for future international results;
The recipient will normally be in the 23 & under age category;

The Female Junior Sailor of the Year is presented to a female athlete who has achieved results on at least a Provincial and National level (could be International, but not necessary) that demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their discipline. Must be 18 years or younger as of December 31st in the year ending. SELECTION CRITERIA:

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Hunter Dejean 2018 Hunter Dejean 2017 Clara Gravely 2016 Clara Gravely 2015 Clara Gravely 2014 Not Presented 2013 Olivia Mew 2012 Ali ten Hove 2011 Violet Stafford 2010 Meredith Megarry 2009 Sarah Douglas 2008 Brenda Bowskill 2007 Helen Dam 2006 Emily Hill 2005 Joanne Prokop 2004 Alessandra Herrera Reimer 2003 Erin Kestenbaum 2002 Yolande Gooderham & Katherine MacLennan 2001 Caroline Kaars Sijpesteijn

Female Sailor of the Year is presented to the female sailor who has achieved results on a Provincial, National, and/or International level, which demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in her discipline. SELECTION CRITERIA:

No age guidelines;

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 2019 Jodi Munden 2018 Sarah Douglas & 2017 Sarah Douglas 2016 Danielle Boyd & 2015 Brenda Bowskill 2014 Brenda Bowskill 2013 Brenda Bowskill 2012 Violet Stafford 2011 Meredith Megarry & Emily McIlquham 2010 Claire Merry 2009 Joanne Prokop 2008 Katie Abbott, Martha Henderson, Jen Provan 2007 Alanna Foscarini and Alison Ludzki 2006 Victoria Crowder 2005 Amy Cada 2004 Jen Provan & Nikola Girke 2003 Victoria Crowder & Claudia Strobele 2002 Claudia Strobele 2001 Jen Provan & Nikola Girke 2000 Jen Provan

This award is presented to a (current) certified Sail Canada Instructor/Coach who has shown exceptional leadership in a learn-to-sail or racing program. NOMINATION PROCESS:

In order to be considered, a nomination form must be completed and a letter supporting the nomination must be submitted to [email protected] and come from one of the following:

Employer, Club or Head Instructor (The club/school must be members of OSA/Sail Canada and teach CANSail levels and award CANSail certificates and seals);
A student or athlete;
Certified coach from another club, (or Provincial or National Coach);

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Demonstrates and exudes sportsmanlike behaviour in him/herself and expects the same of her/his athletes/students,
Is a primary factor in improving the skills and results of his/her students,
Is a team player and works well with fellow coaches/instructors and supervisors,
Volunteer contribution to her/his community and/or school may be considered (in a bonus category).

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Ryan Perry & Kristina Harris 2018 Max Robinson 2017 Lauren Laventure 2016 Nigel Crosscombe 2015 Geordie Miller 2014 Max Crothers 2013 Rob Frost 2012 Rob Frost 2011 Cam Lymburner 2010 Ethan Holtzer 2009 Graham Fraser 2008 Samara Crothers 2007 Corey Lynam 2006 Roslyn Dakin 2005 Ashley Lethbridge 2004 Karen May 2003 Will Abbott 2002 Darin McRae 2001 Tim Bishop 2000 Rob Fox

This award is presented to a Member Club or Organization that ran a regatta of exceptional quality during the past year. NOMINATION PROCESS:

n order to be considered, a nomination form must be completed and a letter of recommendation must be submitted to [email protected] and come from either an athlete or a coach who participated in the event.

Race management (must be certified Race Officer as PRO, Level 2),
Pre-regatta information package, i.e. Notice of Race
Reception, registration, billeting, hosting, food & refreshment
Value for registration fee
Overall component of fun and fellowship that may include entertainment or special events.

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Blind Fleet Racing World Championship @ Kingston Yacht Club 2018 Canadian Youth Championships @ The Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2017 J24 World Championships @ Port Credit Yacht Club 2016 Sailfest @ Sarnia Yacht Club 2015 Lightning Worlds 2014 2.4mR Worlds 2013 GHRYA 2012 Kingston Yacht Club – Shark Worlds 2011 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club and Burlington Sailing & Boating Club – Mobility Cup 2010 CORK – National Qualifying Regatta 2009 Disabled Sailing Association of Ontario – Mobility Cup 2008 Nepean Sailing Club – Ontario Summer Games 2007 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club- Youth National Championships 2006 Oakville Yacht Squadron – Ontario High School Championships 2005 Sarnia Ontario Sailing 23 & Under Provincial Championships 2004 Brockville OSA 16 & Under Single Handed Championships 2003 Etobicoke Yacht Club – J35 North American Championships 2002 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club – 2002 Europe World Championships 2001 Grand Bend Yacht Club – Canada Games 2001. 2000 Toronto Sailing & Canoe Club – Millennium Regatta

In an effort to recognize the great history of sailing in this province, Ontario Sailing is proud to present the Legends of Ontario Sailing Award … “Honouring the Past to Inspire the Future”. PURPOSE:

To acknowledge and recognize the outstanding contribution of an individual or a group of individuals who through his/her and/or their efforts, have inspired participation in the recreational and/or competitive sport of sailing in Canada.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

A Canadian or Canadians whose primary residence is in Ontario.
Someone who has donated significant time and energy to improve the quality of and/or participation in the recreational and/or competitive sport of sailing.
Present members of the Canadian Sailing Team
Present members of the Ontario Sailing Team
Anyone currently holding a board position with Ontario Sailing

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Larry MacDonald 2018 Not Presented 2017 The Abbott Family 2016 Jean & Bernie Luttmer 2015 Alex McAuley 2014 John Osborn 2013 “The 12 Founders of CORK”: Roger Green, Bill Cox, Paul Henderson, Lynn Watters, Sandy McPherson, Bart Dalton, Cam Jones, George Goodfellow, Russ Scrim, Harry Jemmett, Jack Orgill and Doug Keary. 2012 The “Ontario-Based, Canadian Flag-Bearing, Olympic Medal Winners”: Terry Neilson, Terry McLaughlin, Hans Fogh, John Kerr, Steve Calder, Frank McLaughlin, John Millen, and Mike Wolfs. 2011 The “Builders of C&C Yachts”: Rob Ball, Erich Bruckmann, George Cassian, George Cuthbertson, George Hinterhoeller and Ian Morch. 2010 The brave crews of Evergreen (RHYC) and Magistri (RCYC) that survived and endured the great storms that hit the 1979 Fastnet race.

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2021 Wendy Loat 2019 Tim Irwin 2018 Not Presented 2017 Pat Lymburner 2016 Edward Graham Dougall 2015 Nicholas Thompson & Ashley Hum 2014 Donna Scott 2013 Irene McNeill 2012 Lynne Beal & Doug Creelman 2011 Marilea McAllister & Ethel Thayer 2010 Carolyn Gagnon 2009 Bernie Luttmer Sr. 2008 George Blanchard 2007 Ron Kobrick 2006 Al Will 2004 2005 Alex McAuley 2004 Mike Vollmer 2003 Laurel Connell 2002 Alan May 2001 Peter Van Buskirk 2000 David Sprague 1999 Keith Hobbs 1998 Leo Reise 1997 Easter Seals Regatta, RCYC

The award has no criteria other than what the title implies. The selection is made by the Executive Director with the approval of the Executive Committee. This award is not open to nominations. If you would like suggest a nominee, please send an email to [email protected]

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 TBA 2018 Andree Gauthier 2018 Jay McKinnell 2017 Tom Bolland 2016 David Starck 2015 Barbara Lyon-Stewart and; 2015 Ben Rabinovitch; YMCA Camp Kitchikewana 2014 Alan Johnson; Windsor Yacht Club 2013 Gary Howard; Canada Summer Games Team 2012 Mike Milner 2011 Derek Hatfield and VELUX Canada 2010 Paul Davis 2009 Laura Jarvis 2008 Rick Watters & Audrey Kobayashi 2007 John Miolla 2006 John Weakley 2005 Linda Waddell & Jenny McEwen-Hill 2004 Lynne Beal 2003 Allan Sparrow 2002 Bruce Bussin 2001 Brian Knoll 2000 Jon Matthews 1999 Tommy Wharton 1998 Loren Richter, Eastgate Ford

To acknowledge and recognize the outstanding contribution of Ontario Sailing volunteers. The contribution can be related to activities over a period of years or to a specific event or program during a particular year. The selection is made by Ontario Sailing representatives.

This award is not open to nominations. If you would like suggest a nominee, please send an email to [email protected] .

Someone who has demonstrated leadership qualities
A Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Ontario.

EXCLUSIONS:

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Katie Coleman Nicoll 2018 Not Presented 2017 Mark Searle 2016 Wendy Loat 2016 Kevin Corcoran 2015 John Weakley

To acknowledge and recognize the multi-dimensional aspects of running a club. Criteria such as financial management, policies, governance and community outreach as well as the sailing components of running a club are considered in selecting a club that is demonstrating successes in different ways.

The nominated club must be a member in good standing with Ontario Sailing.

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2019 Cedar Island Yacht Club

This award is presented to the Club with the best Overall Results from the Ontario Sailing Grand Prix Development Series. To see the regattas included in the results, please see the current year’s Grand Prix Development Series regattas.

NOTE- This award is not open to nomination. It is based on results

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2018 TBA 2017 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2016 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2015 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2014 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2013 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2012 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2011 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2010 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2009 Kingston Yacht Club 2008 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2005 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2002 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2001 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1998 Royal Canadian Yacht Club

This Award is presented to the Club with the best results in single handed classes in the Ontario Sailing Grand Prix Development Series. To see the regattas included in the results please see the current year’s Grand Prix Development Series regattas

NOTE- This award is not open to nomination. It is based on results.

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2018 Britannia Yacht Club 2017 Royal Canadian Yacht Club & Port Credit Yacht Club 2016 Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club & Royal Hamilton Yacht Club 2015 Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club 2014 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2013 Port Credit Yacht Club 2012 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2011 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2010 Port Credit Yacht Club 2009 Port Credit Yacht Club 2008 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2005 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club 2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2002 Island Yacht Club 2001 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club 2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1998 Island Yacht Club

This award is presented to the Club with the best result in the double handed classes Ontario Sailing Grand Prix Development Series. To see the regattas included in the results please see the current year’s Grand Prix Development Series regattas

WINNERS INCLUDE: 2018 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2017 Oakville Yacht Squadron & Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2016 Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club & Bronte Harbour Yacht Club & National Yacht Club 2015 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2014 Bronte Harbour Yacht Club 2013 Kingston Yacht Club 2012 Kingston Yacht Club 2011 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2010 Burlington Sailing and Boating Club 2009 Kingston Yacht Club 2008 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2007 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2006 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2005 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2004 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2003 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2002 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2001 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 2000 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1999 Royal Canadian Yacht Club 1998 Royal Canadian Yacht Club

This award is presented to the winners of each class in the Ontario Sailing Grand Prix Development Series.

WINNERS INCLUDE:

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Keefer's Bistro

Keefer’s Bistro is located on the upper level of the Clubhouse. Boasting lovely, picturesque views over Beaumaris Bay and beyond, our restaurant offers excellent food and professional, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere.

Whether you’re visiting for a special occasion or a casual get together, good food and service are guaranteed.

Thanks to its beautiful setting and easy access, Keefer’s Bistro is also a popular venue for all kinds of functions, from weddings to corporate events and everything in between.

The menu changes frequently according to seasonal availability of produce so we can use the freshest ingredients. Just ask our friendly staff what’s on the menu this week when making your booking.

The restaurant is named after Keefer’s Boatshed, our neighbouring building of many years. The shed was established in the early 1900s by Charles Keefer as a boat hire business and later as a mussel farm, before being destroyed by fire in 1984.

BMYS members offered to facilitate the reconstruction of this historic landmark. They allowed access through the Club’s grounds to enable both the Keefer’s site to be cleared, and the boat shed and facilities to be rebuilt in time for the next crop of mussels to be harvested the following October. Unfortunately however, the reconstruction did not eventuate.

Chef Armin Pfister

Our chef Armin Pfister operates his own catering company, Catering by the Sea. As the sole BMYS contract caterer for several years now, Armin is sensitive to the specific culinary preferences of the club members while also maintaining a fresh approach to event client needs.

With catering experience spanning decades, Armin has brought a new level of sophistication to the function and event offerings at BMYS. He has held executive positions at Jupiters Casino, Crown, and more recently as Executive Chef at Lobster Cave in Beaumaris. Armin is also well-known in the area for having operated Citrus restaurant for many years.

As a creative chef, Armin will gladly explore whatever theme or style of cuisine you wish to incorporate into your event. Each week he sets out to showcase some of these innovations and changes during our weekly Bistro service. We invite anyone considering hosting a large-scale event at BMYS to book a table one Friday evening and sample some of our menu options.

Member's Bar

The Member's Bar is located on the lower level of the clubhouse and flows outside into the picnic area, BBQ and Children's playground. The open fire is a real attraction during the cooler months.

A great place for sporting enthusiasts with a TV to watch the footy and other live sporting events in a relaxed casual environment. The Member's Bar has an adjoining Games Room with a billiards table, KidZone entertainment centre and another TV. The Member’s Kitchen is on the same level and is really good for those family picnics.

Opening on Thursday and Friday nights from 5.00 pm and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 12 pm.

The Member's Bar is a perfect place to enjoy a drink or two and take in the views with family and friends.

Beach Road, Beaumaris (opposite Cromer Road) view on Google Maps
PO Box 45, Black Rock VIC 3193
Call: 03 9589 5156

Opening Hours

Thursday: From 4pm
Friday: From 4pm
Saturday: 12pm - 6pm
Sunday: 12pm - 7.30pm
Thursday: Bookings from 5.30pm
Friday: Bookings from 5.30pm
Saturday: Available for private functions
Sunday: Available for private functions
Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm
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Beaumaris Life Saving Club is a family focused club providing a safe environment to learn water skills and have fun.

FAMILY FOCUSED

Beaumaris Life Saving Club is a family focused club providing a safe environment to learn water skills and have fun. We have a popular Nippers Program from ages 5 and above.

Many of our teenage members serve as qualified members holding qualifications such as the Surf Life Saving Certificate, Bronze Medallion, IRB Crew and Driver Awards and Senior First Aid.

OUR MISSION

Our main mission is to patrol the local Beaumaris Beach from Ricketts Point to Table Rock. We help the people who use the beach throughout the summer months.

Our second mission is to train members in swimming and lifesaving skills such as water safety, resuscitation, radio communications, rescue techniques, as well as boat, ski and board.

STAY IN THE LOOP

Team APP is the primary source of communications at Beaumaris Life Saving Club. It enables us to connect effortlessly with our team and club members.

The app is available free to download from iTunes and android . Simply download the app and search for Beaumaris Life Saving Club.

We will approve your request to join and then you can stay connected with our events, news and specialist information today!

We occupy one of the best beaches on the Bay, offering:

A shallow sand bar just off the beach where the water warms up.
Ideal for young children, or adults who just want to paddle, sit or play ball games.
A native woodland backdrop, with walking paths, shielded from road noise.
A reef at each end with great snorkelling.
Regular visits from Pelicans and other bird life.
Rock pools at low tide to walk over and explore.

Our History

Beaumaris Life Saving Club was formed in 1958 by members of our local community. A meeting was held on March 31st 1958 in the clubrooms of Beaumaris Yacht Club by the Beaumaris Parents and Citizens Association. At the meeting 68 children and 12 adults stated their interest in joining the newly formed club. It was one of many Life Saving Clubs that were part of a network known as The Royal Life Saving Society.

The clubs first office bearers were:

President – Mr J Austin Secretary – Mr L Plowman Treasurer – Mr E Seals and Committee Members – Mr R Laurie, Mr D Wilson, Mr P Redmond, Mr A Heffeman, Mr J Humphries and Mr A Eslick.

The Beaumaris Yacht Club was used as the clubhouse until the club obtained one of their own. The club’s first training night was held on April 15th 1958 and was attended by approximately 50 members.

In March 1961 the first stage of the current clubhouse was officially opened.

During the season of 1977-78 the club entered Royal Life Saving Carnivals and won the State B Grade Premiership. The following season BLSC came fifth in the state A Grade Premiership and the juniors won the Bright-Sands Junior Championship. It was these two seasons that were the start of many ongoing awards and success the club would achieve in the years we competed.

In 2002, the Victorian branch of The Royal Life Saving Society Australia and Surf Life Saving Victoria merged together to form Life Saving Victoria of which there are 57 clubs. We abide by their regulations and rules.

Ricketts Point to table rock

BLSC’s primary mission is to prevent aquatic related incidents, injury and death. We patrol the local Beaumaris Beach from Ricketts Point to Table Rock and assist the people who use the beach throughout the summer months. The second mission of the Club is to train members in lifesaving skills such as water safety, resuscitation, radio communications, first aid, rescue techniques, IRB and board skills.

Our Nipper Program teaches young children water safety skills that one day could save their lives. We have been privileged over the years to have many fantastic role models that have volunteered their time to instruct our Nippers to respect the sea at all times. We will continue to challenge our younger members by encouraging them to follow their dreams whether it be by learning water safety skills, volunteering to patrol our beach in the future or by competing at carnivals.

The strength of Beaumaris Life Saving Club has been its ability to retain a strong family involvement. Our club is interested in the welfare of our members and many true friendships have been forged over the years.

We are proud of our heritage and wish that Beaumaris Life Saving Club will continue to prosper in the future whilst serving our local community.

Marine Care

We have a long association with Marine Care who act as custodians and a conservation watchdog for the Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary. More information is available from their website .

MEET THE DREAM TEAM

KEN BATEMAN

Ken has been a member of Beaumaris Life Saving Club (BLSC) since 1997. He has held many roles within the club including: President, Vice-president, Coach & Training Officer and Member Protection Officer.

He enjoys watching the kids learn new skills and seeing them develop. His favourite part of our club is the peace and quiet by the pole, “a favourite place to sit and watch the club from the water”.

MELISSA JOY

Vice president.

ANTHONY JOYCE

CLUB CAPTAIN

Dave has been a member of BLSC since 2015.

He loves nothing more than helping our Lifesavers improve their skills and ensuring the club runs smoothly. When he isn’t keeping a watchful eye on beachgoers he like tinkering with the IRB and ATV.

SECRETARY: JODIE STEVENS CLUB INSTRUCTOR: MEG CAIRNS YOUTH COORDINATORS: TARA GRAVES NIPPER COORDINATOR: KAY DAVIS HALL HIRE COORDINATOR: MARGARET HEWETT SPORTS & COMPETITION: KATRINA BATEMAN SOCIAL: CHANTAL CAIN & AGATHE LISE PRONOVOST GRANTS: ADAM PERARA

QUICK LINKS

Ricketts Point, Beach Road, Beaumaris VIC 3193

(03) 9589 3377

Mon – Fri: 8am – 6pm

Sat – Sun: 9am – 1pm

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Beaumaris Life Saving Club recognises the Traditional Country of the Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation in Victoria and extends its respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.

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I spoke with the President of Club Leaders Forum, David V. Smith, about the selection, and he says, “we created an alphabetical selection this time as opposed to by rank because we felt that it was challenging to compare a yacht club in Ireland with a yacht club in Singapore, as amenities, location and facilities do vary quite a lot. The yachting and boating world is a different and unique culture, typically a little more relaxed and not as formal as country clubs and golf clubs. However, many of the world’s finest yacht clubs have wonderful history and traditions, with a great sense of camaraderie among their members. Certain yacht clubs were selected by the Panel not necessarily for their facilities and amenities but in their recognition of hosting world class sailing regattas and events.”

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Chicago Yacht Club

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Grosse Pointe offers a 261-slip certified Clean Marina, state-of-the-art Marine Activity Center, newly renovated Bowling Recreation Center and Family Recreation Center, new Fitness Center, and Olympic-sized pool. The 75,000-square-foot Clubhouse features Italian Renaissance architecture and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2015. Initiation fees can go as high as $12,500 with $650 monthly dues

Larchmont Yacht Club

Located in Westchester County, New York, the Club has been in existence since 1880 when it was purchased by Benjamin A. Carver, a railroad magnate. The original Carver residence was much smaller than the present clubhouse – the east and west wings were added following the purchase. The Junior Clubhouse was the Carver stable: the basement was the cow barn, while the first floor housed the horses.

Lauderdale Yacht Club

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Naples Yacht Club

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Newport Harbor Yacht Club

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Palm Beach Yacht Club

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Pelican Isle Y acht Club

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Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club

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San Diego Yacht Club

In June of 1886 a group of local boating enthusiasts joined together to found what has become this cornerstone yacht club. The racing history of SDYC is as significant as the history of its location. Several members were winning races all over the country in the early to mid-20th century, however, SDYC reached a turning point starting in the 1980s when Dennis Conner won the America’s Cup. In the early 1980s, Dennis Conner won the cup once and then lost it the next time to New York Yacht Club. In 1987, Dennis won again on behalf of San Diego Yacht Club. The America’s Cup was won a third time by SDYC in 1992 by Bill Koch on the yacht, America .

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San Francisco Yacht Club

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Savannah Yacht Club

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St. Francis Yacht Club

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Tampa Yacht & Country Club

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Royal Victoria Yacht Club

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Royal Cork Yacht Club

Sometime in the early 1600s, sailing for private pleasure started to to become popular in the Netherlands. Later that century, during the Cromwellian years, King Charles II of England was in exile in the Netherlands and while there he became aware of this new and exciting pastime. According to Royal Cork Yacht Club, “By 1720, interest in the sport had progressed so much that his great-grandson, the 26 year old William O’Brien, the 9th Lord Inchiquin, and five of his friends got together to formalize their activities and in so doing established ” The Water Club of the Harbour of Cork.”

This club is known today as the Royal Cork Yacht Club and it is the oldest yacht club in the world. It was originally located on Haulbowline Island before moving to the town of Cobh and finally establisged in it's current location in Crosshaven.

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The Royal Thames Yacht Club is one of the oldest yacht clubs in the world, founded in 1775. The exclusive Knightsbridge Clubhouse has two bars, an acclaimed restaurant, and accommodations for those staying overnight. Anyone looking to join must be recommended by current members.

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Yacht Club de Monaco

Founded by Prince Rainier III in 1953, the Yacht Club De Monaco is a prestigious club that holds a unique position on the international yachting scene with more than 1600 members drawn from 66 nationalities.

The reigning Club President since 1984 has been His Royal Highness, Prince Sovereign Albert II, and a suitably formal dress code for day and evening wear is enforced at all times. Membership is limited and very, very exclusive: prospective candidates must submit an application form to the club committee and be introduced by two sponsors, both of whom must be existing members. The successful applicant will be welcomed with an ice-breaking cocktail party and gala dinner in their honor.

The futuristic clubhouse was redesigned in 2013 and overlooks Port Hercules, it offers up very popular cocktail bar and Mediterranean restaurant.

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Pestovo Golf club is built in accordance with international standards and it doesn’t have any analogs in Moscow and Moscow Region. The championship course is prepared for games at the highest level — it can host prestigious major tournaments. Professional coaches of the Golf academy can teach a beginner or give valuable advice to already experienced golfers and children Academy will develop the potential of the youngest golfers.

Membership in the private closed club «Pestovo» is a lifetime privilege opening multifaceted opportunities of sports and cultural life of modern golf community.

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Pestovo golf club is situated in a picturesque place on the shore of Pestovo reservoir. Here is no city noise but only fresh air, landscapes and cozy country houses. Its nature and developed infrastructure turn Pestovo into a quiet corner for family vacation.

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With care of your recreation

There are all the necessary things in our country complex for comfortable rest of your entire family. This is not only a championship golf course but it’s also a club house, restaurant, fitness club and yacht club. Qualified staff puts the life in the country club on a new level.

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Learn to sail programs at beaumaris yacht club.

Beaumaris Yacht Club provides a number of comprehensive training courses. The Club is a Yachting Australia approved “Discover Sailing Centre”.

The courses are conducted as per the Yachting Australia “Discover Sailing” syllabus, by qualified instructors. Club boats are provided, Pacers for seniors and Optimists and Minnows for juniors.

Rescue boats are always on the water with the training fleet, and an observer is always present in the Club tower to monitor the training. Buoyancy jackets are provided by the club.

The club usually hosts two Discover Sailing days in a season, where visitors to the club get the opportunity to go for a sail with club members and experience the joy of sailing firsthand. For information about the next Discover Sailing Day check our Club Calendar.

The Comprehensive Guide to Moscow Nightlife

Posted on April 14, 2018 July 26, 2018
by Kings of Russia
8 minute read

Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.