REGULAR EVENTS

Most of our sailing at SYSC takes place as part of an established programme of races.  We enjoy our racing without taking it too seriously! There is keen but friendly competition, winners are congratulated and losers are just as likely to be offered advice or at least commiseration. This makes for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere which suits us and is ideal for families, youngsters and those new to racing a sail boat.

The regular racing programme is divided up into various series of races to cover different types of racing, times of year and likely weather conditions. They take place on Sunday afternoons (12.30 start) from Easter through to the end of November and on Wednesday evenings (6.30 start) from May to early September when there is sufficient daylight. Safety cover and an organising 'Officer of the Day' are provided at these times on a rota basis. Trophies for the various Series are awarded at the annual, end-of-season Laying-Up Supper.

In addition there are various ‘one-off’ events through the year, usually on Bank Holidays and almost always including a social event such as a barbecue.

Novice sailors (and sometimes more-experienced sailors too) may be a little nervous of the idea of racing. No need! It isn't compulsory! You are welcome to sail around and explore to your hearts content. With such a large stretch of water it's easy to keep out of the way of the racers. And the safety boat crew will take every bit as much care of you as of everybody else. And you'll be very welcome to join in if and when you're ready. Racing is an excellent way to develop and hone your boat handling skills.

Two classes of dinghy make up the majority of our fleet, Streakers (single handed) and Mirrors (sailed both single and/or double handed). SYSC is proud to be home to what is probably the largest Streaker fleet in the UK. There are several very actively sailed GP14’s and the club has its own GP which is available for the use of members and guests. Also represented are Toppers and Enterprises. You are welcome to sail your own boat, whatever the class.