Club Racing

The Royal Torbay Yacht Club is an incredible place for sailing enthusiasts in Torquay and the surrounding areas. With a wide range of club racing opportunities, they cater to sailors of all levels and interests. Whether you're into IRC Yachts, Cruisers, Sportsboats, SB20s, PY Dinghies, or Junior Classes, this club has got you covered.

One of the best things about the Royal Torbay Yacht Club is their welcoming attitude towards new members and boats. They encourage everyone to join their regular racing programme, which runs from April all the way to New Year's Day. If you're new to sailing or looking to try out new boats, they even offer crewing opportunities for new members, especially on Yachts and Sportsboats.

The club is passionate about both developing existing classes and introducing new ones. Wednesday evenings are particularly popular for racing, and juniors can get involved on specified Saturdays throughout the year. On Sunday mornings, the bay comes alive with racing for IRC, Cruisers, and Sportsboats.

Not only does the Royal Torbay Yacht Club offer their own racing events, but they also encourage participation in regattas organised by local clubs. This includes exciting events like the POSH at Paignton Sailing Club, the Torbay Royal Regatta, and the Torbay Dinghy Regatta. For those looking for more adventurous racing, there are coastal opportunities available through the Torbay and Dart Combined Clubs Series.

One of the highlights of the racing season is the Offshore Week, held in July. It's a fantastic and sociable sailing week for IRC and Cruiser classes, featuring races to the Channel Islands and the ports of Brittany and Normandy. It's an experience not to be missed.

As the racing season comes to a close, the Royal Torbay Yacht Club holds their Annual Club Prize Giving dinner in November. It's a special evening where everyone comes together to celebrate the achievements of the past year. The much-coveted Champion of Champions Trophy is also presented, making it an event of great excitement and anticipation. And let's not forget Squadron 13, who hold their own special evening in October, adding even more excitement to the calendar.

If you're a sailing enthusiast looking for a welcoming and thriving community, the Royal Torbay Yacht Club is the place to be. They offer incredible racing opportunities, a diverse range of classes, and a lot of fun. So why wait? Come and join the sailing action at the Royal Torbay Yacht Club!