East Lothian Yacht Club upcoming events

Keelboats - White Sail Series (13:00) (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 1 (19:30) (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 1 - 19:30

If you wish to book a club boat, you should do so online using the registration button on the event itself. Please note that registration is only required if you are hiring a club boat. If you are using your own boat, you do NOT have to register.

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

2) All members should ensure they have appropriate equipment for the weather and conditions, to include personal buoyancy. Please also remember that it can get cold on the water, at any time of year.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

RYA Powerboat Level 2: 2/3 May 2026 (02 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 08:30:00 GMT

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course

Registration is essential for this event

This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge needed to operate a power driven vessel. This course includes:

Launching and Recovery
Boat Handling
Securing to Buoy
Coming Alongside
Man Overboard
Handling at Planning Speed
Anchoring
Towing
Weather and Tides
Chart work
Passage Planning
IRPCS

Following successful completion of the course, the trainee will achieve an RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate.

Important Information for Participants

1. Please bring suitable clothing and footwear for being afloat.

2. Please bring a passport sized photo.

If you have any questions, please email training@elyc.org.uk

Keelboats - Spring 2 (02 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Spring 4 (14:00) (02 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Spring 4 - 14:00

Trialing a later start time at 14:00. If you wish to book a club boat, you should do so online using the registration button on the event itself. Please note that registration is only required if you are hiring a club boat. If you are using your own boat, you do NOT have to register.

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - Midweek 2 (06 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 2 (19:30) (06 May 2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 2 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Fun Friday 1 - it's back! (08 May 2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Fun Friday is back!

Reminder: all club members are required to have their own buoyancy aids, but having replaced the club's training helmets this summer we will make the old helmets available for use - at your own risk.

Registration is mandatory for this event.

The key aim of Friday Sailing sessions is to have fun! Friday Sailing is a great opportunity to get out on the water and practice the skills you have learnt or have a relaxing sail at the end of the week in a safe, friendly, structured and controlled environment. Friday Sailing is run by a team of volunteers.

Important Information for Participants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

2) Please be on the beach rigged and ready to sail by 6:20pm as we will be launching at 6:30pm. To give yourself enough time, you should aim to be at the club by 5:45pm.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent form 2024/25 .

4) At this time of year it is easy to get cold very quickly. Please check out our recommended kit list .

Spring 5 (14:00) (09 May 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Spring 5 - 14:00 Start

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - White Sail Series (11:00) (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 3 (19:30) (13 May 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 3 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Fun Friday 2 (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Fun Friday!

Registration is mandatory for this event.

Important Information for Participants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

2) Please be on the beach rigged and ready to sail by 6:20pm as we will be launching at 6:30pm. To give yourself enough time, you should aim to be at the club by 5:45pm.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent form 2024/25 .

4) At this time of year it is easy to get cold very quickly. Please check out our recommended kit list .

Keelboats - Spring 3 / Burgh Trophy (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Burgh Trophy (13:30) (16 May 2026)

Sat, 16 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Burgh Trophy - 13:30

In this race both dinghies and keelboats complete on the same course - who'll win the coveted Burgh Trophy?

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - Midweek 3 (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 4 (19:30) (20 May 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 4 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Fun Friday 3 (22 May 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Fun Friday!

Registration is mandatory for this event.

Important Information for Participants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

2) Please be on the beach rigged and ready to sail by 6:20pm as we will be launching at 6:30pm. To give yourself enough time, you should aim to be at the club by 5:45pm.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent form 2024/25 .

4) At this time of year it is easy to get cold very quickly. Please check out our recommended kit list .

Keelboats - Elie/Bass Race (Lunch in Elie) (23 May 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Goalen 1 (13:30) (23 May 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Goalen 1 - 13:30

This is long distance race with longer legs, a chance to race over a broader course generally including an island enabling great views of the local sea birds.

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - White Sail Series (11:00) (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 5 (19:30) (27 May 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 5 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - Spring 4 (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Olympic Cup - Spring (13:30) (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Olympic Cup (Spring) - 13:30

This format sets short races, focusing on starts and close fleet racing helping to tune prior to Open Regatta.

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - White Sail Series (15:00) (03 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Spring 6 (19:30) (03 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Spring 6 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

ELYC Open Regatta 2026 (06 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

ELYC Open Regatta 2026

Noticeboard, NoR, etc. --> https://elyc.org.uk/regatta26

Keelboats - White Sail Series (10:00) (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Keelboats - Spring 5 (13 Jun 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Summer 1 (13:30) (13 Jun 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Summer 1 - 13:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - White Sail Series (15:00) (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Summer 1 (19:30) (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Summer 1 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Summer 2 (13:30) (20 Jun 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Summer 2 - 13:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

RYA First Aid Course 2026 (21 Jun 2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The RYA First Aid course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages.

In a medical emergency a little first aid knowledge and immediate action can save lives, especially in remote locations. This one-day course is a mix of theory and hands-on practice, designed for the specific demands of providing first aid afloat to people using small craft, or to support skippers.

The subjects specific to boating include:

the recovery position in a confined space
CPR, including the drowning protocol
cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure
seasickness and dehydration
medical assistance or advice by VHF
helicopter rescue

Please contact training@elyc.org.uk for any further details.

Included in the course cost is the RYA First Aid book that will come with your certificate.

Keelboats - Elie Stern Chase (Lunch in Elie) (21 Jun 2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Keelboats - White Sail Series (10:00) (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Summer 2 (19:30) (24 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Summer 2 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - Summer 1 (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Goalen 2 (13:30) (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Goalen 2 - 13:30

This is long distance race with longer legs, a chance to race over a broader course generally including an island enabling great views of the local sea birds.

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Cocktail Night! (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Cocktail Night!

Join us in the bar at 7pm for an evening of cocktails and mocktails expertly mixed by our master mixer, Iain.

Please note, as this event is in the bar and alcohol will be served, all cadets under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult (18+ years, does not need to be a member, parents welcome) who will take responsibility and have duty of care for the cadet for the duration of the event. An adult may take responsibility and have duty of care for more than one cadet.

Cadet Learn to Sail RYA Stage 1&2: 29 June-3 Jul 2026 (28 Jun 2026)

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Cadet Learn to Sail Week: RYA Stage 1&2

29 June-3 Jul 2026 (09:30-1600)

RYA Stage 1 & 2 Cadet Learn to Sail courses are aimed at complete beginners aged 10-16.

Following the RYA syllabus for Stage 1 & 2 Dinghy sailing, ELYC training programs are run by a professional team, supported by volunteers. This course aims to provide a basic understanding of sailing, and award an RYA dinghy sailing certificate.

Weather permitting, it is hoped that attendees will achieve a Stage 2 certificate, which will allow participation in further club activities. For more information on club activities click here.

This course is open to club members only. We welcome all new members.

Participants must take out an Annual Membership of East Lothian Yacht Club before or when applying for a course. If you are not already a member you can join here.

Please note that an Annual Membership is required to book this course. (Although there is an option to pay your membership monthly, please understand that you are committing to an annual membership).

Participants should be: between 10-16yrs, confident in the water and able to swim 50m in light clothing.

Participants are supplied with Buoyancy Aids and Safety Helmets but are required to provide their own wetsuits, boots, etc. The Course FAQs can also provide you with additional information.

Certificates are awarded through the RYA scheme, and only awarded when skills can be shown at the correct level. It should be noted that while the club will endeavour to support all participants to achieve their certificate completion is not always possible, as abilities and confidence vary and the weather can provide some challenging conditions.

By booking on to this course you accept our training booking terms and conditions.

If you have any questions please contact us on training@elyc.org.uk

Keelboats - White Sail Series (14:00) (01 Jul 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Mid Week Summer 3 (19:30) (01 Jul 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Mid Week Summer 3 - 19:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Summer 3 (13:30) (04 Jul 2026)

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Summer 3 - 13:30

Important information for registrants

1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent.

3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form.

4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them.

5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out.

6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached.

7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Keelboats - May-Bass Race (Low Tide) (05 Jul 2026)

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Keelboat Racing

Cadet RYA Improvers Course (Stage 3/4): 6-10 Jul 2026 (06 Jul 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Cadet Improvers Course Stage 3/4

Ages 10-16

Monday-Friday 09:30-1600

Also suitable for repeating cadets who would like to spend a week on the water this summer building their skills and confidence.

ELYC training programs are run by a fully qualified and certificated team, supported by volunteers.

This course is open to club members only. We welcome all new members, and have lots of year round activities on and off the water. Participants must take out an Annual Membership of East Lothian Yacht Club when applying for a course.

Participants should be: between 10-16yrs, confident in the water and able to swim 50m in light clothing.

Buoyancy Aids and Safety Helmets are supplied, attendees are required to provide their own wetsuits, boots, etc.

If you have any questions please contact our Training Admin by phone on 07983 896630 or on training@elyc.org.uk

Cadet Learn to Sail RYA Stage 1&2: 6-10 Jul 2026 (06 Jul 2026)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:30:00 GMT

Cadet Learn to Sail Week: RYA Stage 1&2

6-10 July 2026 (09:30-1600)