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Sarasota Yacht Club

Organized in 1907 and established in 1926, Sarasota Yacht Club is a Distinguished Elite Club, a Platinum Club of the World, and a Platinum Club of America. The Club offers impressive amenities including indoor and outdoor dining, a pool and pool bar, a 110-slip marina, and a fitness center, all with panoramic views of Sarasota Bay.

Enjoy the quintessential Sarasota experience by taking advantage of our kayak and paddleboard rental fleet, enjoying a poolside cocktail, or indulging in an artfully prepared meal with the perfect sunset view. Whether you’re seeking adventure or craving an award-winning culinary experience, Sarasota Yacht Club prides itself on exceeding expectations for both members and reciprocal members.

• Swimming Pool

Waterfront casual and formal dining with banquet capacity up to 500 persons 110-slip marina Swimming pool Fitness Center Watersports Rentals Including: Kayaks and Paddleboards

• Dress Code Casual and formal dining.
• Age Restriction -No Age Restriction
• Dogs -In Designated Outdoor Areas Only
• Smoking -In Designated Outdoor Areas Only

Opening Hours

• Clubhouse & Front Desk:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed (May – September

Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00am – 7:00pm

• Porthole & Waterfront Terrace Dining:

Tuesday: Closed (May – September)

Tuesday – Sunday: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 08:30pm

• Spinnaker Bar & Grill:

Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday: 11:30am – 7:30pm

Friday & Saturday: 11:30am – 08:30pm

• Happy Hour:

Wednesday & Sunday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday: 5:30pm – Close

More Information

Additional Charges Service charge: 20%, sales tax: 7%.

Parking Covered and Uncovered Parking Available, Tesla Charging Stations on-site

• Tel +1 941 3654191
• Fax +1 941 3730121
• Web http://www.sarasotayachtclub.org
• Mail [email protected]

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How Much Do Yacht Club Memberships Cost? (5 Helpful Examples)

Joining a yacht club is an important milestone in your life. It marks a certain degree of success and allows you to enjoy plenty of luxurious amenities. Setting sail on a yacht is the ultimate way to unwind from a hectic work week while you try to climb the corporate ladder.

Fortunately, there are yacht clubs all over the country that would love to welcome you as a brand-new member. You can enjoy an afternoon on the water with a beautiful yacht in exchange for a small sum of money.

But how much do Yacht Club memberships generally cost?

Prices for Yacht Clubs will vary based on your location, the fleet, and even the amenities that are offered at the marina. The average annual membership price is between $900-$4,000 depending on your level of luxury and needs.

To give you an idea of what you could expect to pay for your yacht club membership, here are some numbers gathered from across the country:

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What Does Each Yacht Club Offer?

Each yacht club is going to offer something that sets it apart from the others on this listing. To give you a better idea of where your money is going, here is a brief synopsis of what you can expect at each location.

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Charleston Yacht Club

Charleston is a premier cruising destination with plenty of waterways for you to explore. They offer a launch hoist, dry slips, day dockage, free parking, and a long list of events scheduled throughout the year.

You also gain privileges at other yacht clubs around the world. If you don’t own your own yacht, they have plenty of members who often have room on their boats to accommodate a few extra passengers.

Florida Yacht Club

The Florida Yacht Club is a relatively exclusive club that features amazing amenities like fine dining and an array of aquatic activities.

You can play tennis, enjoy a spa treatment or massage, or get in a rousing game of croquet from the shore. They also host events and permit you to extend your privileges to other locations scattered around the Florida coast.

Atlanta Yacht Club

The Atlanta Yacht Club is primarily geared toward sailors who are interested in racing. They have a fleet of more than thirty different boats that are designed to help you further your knowledge of sailing.

If you still have a lot to learn, you can even take classes at this location. Prospective members must be sponsored and co-sponsored by two club members for entrance.

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Chicago Yacht Club

Members of the Chicago Yacht Club will find plenty of opportunities to get involved. With more than forty different committees, you can find a circle of friends that have common interests beyond just sailing and racing.

You also receive transient docking at both the Belmont and Monroe harbors, exclusive invites to private events, and reciprocity at more than 900 clubs across the country.

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California Yacht Club

The California Yacht Club is home to both national and world championship regattas.

They host plenty of events from scuba club to book club to wine tastings. If you want to find a true community of like-minded sailors, this could be the place for you.

One of the best features is the reciprocity at locations not just across the United States but across the world. You can feel free to travel the world with your yacht and experience some of the same fellowship globally.

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What are the Cheapest Yacht Clubs?

The cheapest yacht clubs charge just under $1,000 per year for membership. While this does give you access to different types of experiences, you may be disappointed by the overall amenities.

Some yacht clubs are known for their extravagant country club styles that help you to embrace a particular lifestyle. They include Olympic-sized swimming pools, state-of-the-art tennis courts, and fine dining.

Everything has a beautiful waterfront view. It can feel like you are in the middle of an idyllic paradise without ever even having to leave the shore. If this is what you can gain from the most expensive yacht clubs, you should set your expectations much lower for the cheaper yacht clubs.

The cheaper yacht clubs lack the community aspect of these exclusive options. They feature dry slips and the occasional party, but not much more.

Some of them may have the feel of a county park with some picnic benches, outdoor grills, and a moderately sized swimming pool. Expect a much more casual atmosphere when you choose to go with a cheaper yacht club.

It is even possible that they are simply “paper yacht clubs” that do not even maintain a physical building of their own.

How Much Do the Most Expensive Yacht Clubs Cost to Join?

The most expensive yacht clubs can vary a great deal in price. Most of them will cost between $3,000 and $4,000 per year. However, you can certainly find more exclusive clubs that will cost above and beyond this.

Keep in mind that these more expensive clubs generally are not open to the public. They are offered by invitation only and you must have a member sponsor you to be considered for entrance.

When you are paying for a more expensive yacht club, you should make sure that you are really going to get your money’s worth. These expensive clubs promote a certain type of elegant lifestyle.

Make sure that you are planning to take advantage of all the amenities available from one of these clubs before you sink too much money into the membership fees. The social aspect of these expensive yacht clubs is extremely important.

If you plan to simply rent a boat from time to time, you might be able to go with a cheaper yacht club.

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What Is Generally Included in the Membership Fee for Yacht Clubs?

Have you been wondering why you should join a yacht club? Many potential members want to know what they can expect from their membership fees before they commit to a year-long contract. There are many advantages to signing up for a membership with a well-known yacht club.

Amenities and Activities

First and foremost, you get access to activities and cruises planned by board members. These might be various sailing activities, dinners, get-togethers, tennis matches, or other events that take up a lazy Sunday afternoon.

You also gain access to any amenities that surround the yacht club’s marina. For many programs, this means a fitness center, pool, and tennis courts. Several locations also offer fine dining, meeting rooms, and more.

It is like a private oasis where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the regular world. Time moves slowly when you’re enjoying the amenities here.

Many yacht clubs have programs that introduce children (and adults!) to sailing. Take classes to learn more about improving your technique, sailing safety, and other important aspects of life on the open water.

Access to the Fleet

The main reason why most people join yacht clubs is to be able to rent out boats instead of purchasing their own. Joining a yacht club may give you access to an entire fleet of yachts that can be reserved for a day or weeks at a time. Some yacht clubs allow you to rent boats for up to ten days at a time.

Others do not allow you to rent out ships. They are primarily geared toward individuals who already own a yacht or will own a yacht in the future. Make sure you know the difference in advance.

Are There any Additional Costs Besides the Membership Fees?

Unfortunately, the membership fees are not the only cost associated with joining a yacht club. Most of the clubs in the United States also have a one-time initial fee that tends to cost thousands of dollars. Many will range from $1,500 to $5,000 depending on the location and the exclusivity of the yacht club.

This one-time fee should be the only additional money you pay except for fuel. Most yacht clubs do not cover the cost of the fuel used in the ship during your rental if renting is an option. Be prepared for what this could cost you.

If you cause damage to the ship, you can also expect some out-of-pocket costs. Insurance should cover the damage, but you will likely be asked to cover the cost of the deductible.

Be sure to inquire about how much you may be on the hook for before you sign up for any particular yacht club. Accidents can happen, even to the most experienced sailors. Make sure that you can afford the mishap in advance.

Is a Yacht Club Membership Right for You?

Understanding what the real cost of a yacht club membership is can be the first step toward determining if this is right for you. Many people love the luxuries available through the more expensive yacht clubs, but they may not be able to afford it. Consider what is most important in a club to you before deciding to sign on the dotted line for an annual membership.

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 MEMBERSHIP

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Unlimited use of 45-holes of challenging golf, two driving ranges with complimentary range balls, 7-day advance golf tee time reservations, private locker in the Member Clubhouse and complimentary golf bag care, storage and transfers. HarTru tennis courts, five restaurants and two lounges, beach and poolside facilities (four chairs and two umbrellas, complimentary daily), The Spa, Fitness Center and Mind & Motion Studio, an open invitation to attend Club events and activities and access to Marina Village amenities. $150,000 Initiation Fee plus tax $16,800 Family Dues (2023/2024 Club Year) $13,650 Single Dues (2023/2024 Club Year)

Unlimited use of 45-holes of challenging golf, two driving ranges with complimentary range balls, 3-day advance golf tee time reservations, private locker in the Member Clubhouse and complimentary golf bag care, storage and transfers, five restaurants and two lounges,  beach and poolside facilities (four chairs and two umbrellas, complimentary daily), The Spa, Fitness Center and Mind & Motion Studio, an open invitation to attend Club events and activities and access to Marina Village amenities. And tennis, 24 times per year from May through November. Tennis court fees will apply and usage is subject to availability. $140,000 Initiation Fee plus tax $16,800 Family Dues (2023/2024 Club Year) $13,650 Single Dues (2023/2024 Club Year) *Prices are subject to change at any time and without notice

Unlimited use of Har-Tru tennis courts, five restaurants and two lounges, beach and poolside facilities (four chairs and two umbrellas, complimentary daily), The Spa, Fitness Center and Mind & Motion Studio. An open invitation to attend Club events and activities, and access to Marina Village amenities. Tennis memberships are invited to play golf 24 times from May – November, and 10 times December – April. Greens fees and cart fees will apply and usage is subject to availability. Two-day advance golf tee time reservations. $110,000 Initiation Fee plus tax  $7,087 Family Dues (2023/2024 Club Year) $6,615 Single Dues (2023/2024 Club Year) *Prices are subject to change at any time and without notice

Unlimited use of five restaurants and two lounges, beach and poolside facilities (four chairs and two umbrellas, complimentary daily), The Spa, Fitness Center and Mind & Motion Studio, an open invitation to attend Club events and activities, and access to Marina Village amenities. Social memberships are invited to play golf 24 times from May - November and 10 times December - April, and are also invited to play tennis up to 24 times per year from May - November. Tennis court, greens and cart fees will apply and usage is subject to availability. A Two day advance tee time reservation is required. *Prices are subject to change at any time and without notice $100,000 Initiation Fee plus tax $6,563 Dues (2023/2024 Club Year)

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2018 Labor Day Regatta CANCELED

Because of "Red Tide". See the News & Notices section on the regatta web site for more information.

• Notice of Series (NOS)

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Non Spin 1 Zephyr – Chad Weiss 2 Raegan-E – Rolf Hahn 3 Solitude – Dave Wilson Spinnaker 1 Shark Rider – Bob Harkrider Cruiser 1 Fruition – William Gately 2 Silver Lining2 – Bob Armstrong 3 WindCaller – Joe BMcClash Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber Multihull 1 Sunspot – Bill Johnsen 2 Triple Threat – John Novack 3 MyTri – Edgar harden

WFPHRF Annual Membership Meeting and Boat of the Year trophy presentation - see Calendar

• Registration & NOR
• Notice of Race & Registration
• Online Registration
• NOR and Registration
• NOR & Registration
• Event web site
• Notice of Series
• Current Standings

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Non Spin 1 Raegan-E – Rolf Hahn 2 With Envy – Chris Palmer 3 Solitude – Dave Wilson Spinnaker 1 Shark Rider – Doug Fisher Cruiser 1 Fruition – William Gately 2 Silver Lining2 – Bob Armstrong 3 WindCaller – Joe BMcClash Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber Multihull 1 Triple Threat – John Novack

• Notice of Race
• Cherry Pie NOR
• MUST register online by Fri, Mar 11 at 12noon! NO late entries accepted!
• Friday 11th March at 6pm: Skippers Meeting & Beer Party at Sarasota Sailing Squadron>
• Event web site & NOR

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Spinnaker None qualified Non Spin 1 Solitide – Dave Wilson 2 Zephyr – Chad Weiss 3 In-Tune – Doug Dearden Cruising 1 Spindrift – Dave Ettinger 2 Silver Lining2 – Bob Armstrong 3 Fruition – William Gately Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber Multihull 1 Triple Threat – John Novack

• Registration
• Windjammer NOR
• Sailing Instructions
• (fillable) Entry Form
• Register Online - you MUST register online by Thursday 11th March!
• Shark Feeding Frenzy Feeder Race

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Spinnaker 1 Zephyr – Chad Weiss 2 Fruition – William Gately --> Non Spin 1 Whoops – Bill Brooker Cruising 1 Spindrift – Dave Ettinger 2 Spray – John Lynch 3 Silver Lining – Bob Armstrong Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber Multihull 1 Triple Threat – John Novack

WFPHRF Annual Membership Meeting and Boat of the Year trophy presentation - TBD St. Petersburg Yacht Club Regatta Room 11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel:(727)-822-3873 West Florida PHRF will provide a complementary keg and hors d’ oeuvres. The Club bar will be available for those wanting other beverages. Non-reciprocal guests can pre-purchase a guest card on line at the Club web site, SPYC.org . Click on Sailing, scroll down and click on Guest Card. Parking is available in the SPYC garage for $7 per car. Tell the attendant you are there for WFPHRF meeting. Parking is also available at street meters around the Club. Street meters are enforced all day Saturday.

• Windjammer NOR and SIs
• NOR and Entry Form
• Welcome Letter
• Register online, or mail in this form

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Spinnaker 1 Zephyr – Chad Weiss 2 Fruition – William Gately Non Spinn 1 In Tune – Doug Dearden 2 Scots and H2O – Blair McCracken Cruising 1 Silver Lining – Bob Armstrong 2 Spray – John Lynch Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber 2 Solitude – Dave Wilson Multihull 1 Triple Threat – John Novack

WFPHRF Annual Membership Meeting and Boat of the Year trophy presentation to be held Saturday June 29, 2018 beginning at 2PM at: St. Petersburg Yacht Club Regatta Room 11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel:(727)-822-3873 West Florida PHRF will provide a complementary keg and hors d’ oeuvres. The Club bar will be available for those wanting other beverages. Non-reciprocal guests can pre-purchase a guest card on line at the Club web site, SPYC.org . Click on Sailing, scroll down and click on Guest Card. Parking is available in the SPYC garage for $7 per car. Tell the attendant you are there for WFPHRF meeting. Parking is also available at street meters around the Club. Street meters are enforced all day Saturday.

• Labor Day Regatta: Sep 1-2
• Windjammer NOR and Registration

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Spinnaker 1 Quinessential – Marvin Quinn Non Spinn 1 Solitude – David Wilson 2 In Tune – Doug Dearden Cruising 1 Silver Lining – Bob Armstrong 2 Spindrift – Dave Ettinger Pocket Cruising 1 Green Flash – John Huber

WFPHRF Annual Membership Meeting and Boat of the Year trophy presentation to be held Saturday June 30, 2018 beginning at 2PM at: St. Petersburg Yacht Club Regatta Room 11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel:(727)-822-3873 West Florida PHRF will provide a complementary keg and hors d’ oeuvres. The Club bar will be available for those wanting other beverages. Non-reciprocal guests can pre-purchase a guest card on line at the Club web site, SPYC.org . Click on Sailing, scroll down and click on Guest Card. Parking is available in the SPYC garage for $7 per car. Tell the attendant you are there for WFPHRF meeting. Parking is also available at street meters around the Club. Street meters are enforced all day Saturday. In accordance with the By-Laws , the meeting agenda, 2016-17 proposed budget, minutes of last year’s meeting, and proposed slate of officers, directors and rating committee members will be posted on the web site wfphrf.org by May 18, 2016.

• Labor Day Regatta: Sep 1-3
• Registration and NOR
• Cherry Pie Regatta NOR
• Around Egmont Flyer
• Final Standings
• Labor Day Regatta: Sep 3-4
• BYC Kick Off Regatta: Sep 17-18
• Scratch Sheet
• SYC Invitational: Nov 5
• Pursuit Start Times
• Photos of Windjammer by Jim Fenn (VSS)
• Windjammer Race Report
• Shark's Tooth Cup: Apr 8
• Register Online
• Current Registrants
• Bone Island Regatta: May 10-13

Congratulations to the following skippers for finishing top of their divisions: Spinnaker 1 In Tune – Doug Dearden 2 Raegan E - Rolf Hahn 3 Flash - John Lynch Non Spinn 1 Spars and Stripes – Gregg Knighton 2 Solitude – David Wilson 3 Hot Tuna – Rudy Reinecke Cruising 1 Spindrift – Dave Ettinger Pocket Cruising 1 Miller Lite – Bob Miller 2 Green Flash – John Huber

Boat of the Year trophy presentation and WFPHRF Annual Membership Meeting to be held Saturday June 18, 2016 beginning at 2PM at: St. Petersburg Yacht Club Regatta Room 11 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Tel:(727)-822-3873 West Florida PHRF will provide a complementary keg and hors d’ oeuvres. The Club bar will be available for those wanting other beverages. Non-reciprocal guests can pre-purchase a guest card on line at the Club web site, SPYC.org . Click on Sailing, scroll down and click on Guest Card. Or get a guest card at the membership desk on June 18. In accordance with the By-Laws , the meeting agenda, 2016-17 proposed budget, minutes of last year’s meeting, and proposed slate of officers, directors and rating committee members will be posted on the web site wfphrf.org by May 18, 2016.

• Labor Day Regatta: Sep 5-7
• BYC Kick Off Regatta: Sep 18-20
• Photos from Bayshore Bay Regatta
• View Registrants
• Around Egmont Key Classic Regatta NOR & SI
• Shark’s Tooth Cup
• Shark Feeding Frenzy
• Sarasota Bay Cup
• The Sarasota Bay Cup on 04/25/2015 will be hosted by the Sarasota Sailing Squadron Flyer Online Registration Notice of Race
• Shark's Tooth Cup on May 2 Flyer Entry Form Notice of Race Sailing Instructions Shark Feeding Frenzy - Feeder Race NOR & SI
• Final Standings Note: SYC was not scored because it was not sailed on the scheduled date.
• Windjammer Long Form
• Windjammer 3D Replay!
• Around Egmont Key Classic
• Feb 9, 2014 Cherry Pie NOR & Registration(PHRF & One Design)
• Feb 22 & 23, 2014 Windjammer NOR & Registration
• Mar 8, 2014 Egmont Key flyer
• May 2 & 3, 2014 Shark's Tooth Cup: NOR and Entry Form
• Challenge Cup Results
• May 8, 2011 Sarasota Bay Cup Results
• Feb 26-27, 2011 Windjammer Results
• Nov 6, 2010 SYC Invitational Results
• Oct 9, 2010 Cortez Cup Results
• May 8, 2010 Sarasota Bay Cup Results
• Apr 17, 2010 Shark's Tooth Results
• Feb 20, 2010 Cherry Pie Results
• Feb 5-7, 2010 Windjammer Results
• Nov 28, 2009 Turkey Run Results
• Nov 7, 2009 SYC Invitational Results
• Oct 10, 2009 Cortez Cup Results
• Sep 26-27, 2009 BYC Kickoff Regatta Results
• Sep 5-6, 2009 Labor Day Regatta Results
• BOTY Participation

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2023 Sarasota RC Laser Winter Regatta

March 1, 2023, notice of race, 2023 rc laser southern circuit (the real) sarasota rc laser winter regatta.

HOST: Sarasota Model Yacht Club

LOCATION: Green Parrot Lake, 5700 Athletes Drive Sarasota FL

RULES: The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in the current edition of Racing Rules of Sailing as modified by Appendix E, the sailing instructions, the AMYA RC Laser Class rules and by local conditions as necessary.

ENTRIES : 30 boat maximum. Skippers can enter online at www.rclaser.org, or by the direct entry form link: https://form.jotform.com/200086556177963/

ELIGIBILITY: The regatta is open to all RC Laser owners.

FOOD AND DRINK: Lunch and beverages will be provided.

SCHEDULE: Wednesday March 1, 2023

FORMAT: Will be announced at the event depending on the number of boats. Single fleet or Gold/Silver fleets.

ENTRY FEE: The entry fee will be $25.00. Lunch, Skippers Gift and Awards are included.

SCORING: The event will be scored under the Low Point System described in the Racing Rules of Sailing Appendix A. There will be one throw out race after the first six races have been scored. Ties will be broken according to Appendix A section 8.1 and 8.2.

Skippers who have won three or more 1st Place Silver Fleet awards shall be moved to the bottom of the Gold Fleet if they fail to qualify for the Gold Fleet. The skipper will keep all points earned in the seeding races. The last place skipper in the Gold fleet will have the option to stay in the Gold Fleet or move to the top of the Silver Fleet.

PRIZES: The number of awards given will reflect on the number of participants.

INFORMATION: Jerry Wheeler: [email protected] Nick Mortgu: [email protected] 609-820-0509

All vendors must have written approval of county and RC Laser NA two weeks prior to event.

All RC Laser logo or image merchandise sales must have written approval of “Out There Technology” and RC Laser NA two weeks prior to event.

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