South Yorkshire Sailing Club welcomes anyone interested in sailing, whether they have enjoyed sailing before or are new to the sport. The age of our current members ranges from youngster to those at the end of their sailing career. We give a friendly welcome to everyone and will offer help if and when it is needed.

There is a gratifying rise in club membership since we have moved to our new, improved premises. The median age of members and boats is dropping fast, which will ensure more competition on the water. In addition, we have had numerous enquiries, probably because we are so much more visible than we used to be. Many people use the Underbank reservoir area for recreation and are showing an interest in the sailing club.

We also have a fine new sign on the Stocksbridge bypass, which has attracted attention, and our Home of South Yorkshire Sailing Club sign on the Yorkshire Water board at the top of the car park has finally arrived. We hope this will make it still easier to find us. Sheffield City Council were asked to move the Sailing Club sign from More Hall to Midhopestones several months ago, but it seems some things take a very long time. If you are struggling to locate the Club, follow signs for the Mustard Potfrom the Stocksbridge bypass. Continue past it and turn first left. This is Oaks Lane, a narrow, winding lane, which brings you to Underbank. For more information, see the 'Find Us' page.

Some members of Ulley Sailing Club are also joining us while repairs are carried out to the damage done in the big floods of two years ago. They are very welcome, bringing as they do, a wealth of experience and good humour.

The Mustard Pot is beginning to feature in our social life, with some sailors stopping for a drink and discussion after sailing on Sunday evenings. We had a Club meal there recently which was a pronounced success, both in terms of numbers able to attend and the tasty meal we enjoyed.

There is a BBQ after sailing on Bank Holiday Sunday. Bring your own food, drink and BBQ, with a salad or pudding to share.

Wednesday evening suppers have restarted also and are as good as ever, especially for hungry sailors.

Membership charges, which are outlined below, are in line with other clubs in the area. They are reviewed annually. As you will see, there are various categories of membership. These are fully explained on pages 1 & 2 of the SYSC Rules (see panel to right):

Membership Charges for 2010 Season

See the Constitution for full details of the membership categories.