The club offers racing and social events. Originally founded by a handful of local enthusiasts in 1969, the club operates from a base on the North Quay in Arklow town, on the east coast of Ireland. Arklow Co., Wicklow, Ireland

A family club which offers racing, junior sailing and social activities. Baltimore Sailing Club was founded in 1956 as a summer sailing club. From its inception it has been successfully developing leisure and competitive sailing in Baltimore Harbour. The Club over the years has continued to expand and teach safe sailing skills to young people from all backgrounds. With a function room, kitchen and bar it is very active in the summer months running sailing events, courses and many social activities. Situated in West Cork on the edge of Roaringwater Bay. The clubhouse is on the pier and close to all facilities. Baltimore, West Cork, Ireland

The sailing club is based on the Abbey Road as you enter Bantry. The club organises many events throughout the year and offers Sailing Yacht Training Courses and racing. Bantry Bay Sailing Club was founded in the late 19th century, the exact date is unknown. Bantry, Co. Cork, Ireland

Blessington Sailing Club is located on the shores of the 5600 acre Pollaphuca Reservoir, near Blessington, County Wicklow. The sheltered bay, with its two slips and sandy beach, faces east and is protected from the prevailing winds. Dinghy sailing predominates in the Club. There are strong fleets of Lasers, GP14's, Catamarans, and Toppers in which many of our younger members begin their sailing careers. There are also some small cruisers and day boats based at the Club. Blessington Sailing Club is family orientated and its location is safe and secure for younger family members. Blessington Co., Wicklow, Ireland

Bray is a picturesque and easily accessible traditional seaside resort a few miles South of Dublin. The sailing club overlooks the harbour, which is at the North end of the promenade. The club is more than a hundred years old, and many former members have earned national and international reputations. We cater for both cruisers and dinghies, with a full program of racing, cruising and an active sea school providing training courses for adults and juniors. Bray Co, Wicklow, Ireland

Clifden Boat Club is a small Club situated on the West Coast of Ireland. The committee and members of the club have been working hard to provide some great yacht racing and sail training over the years. Clifden, Connemara, Ireland

Formed in 1875, the club offers cruising, racing, fishing, sail training for juniors & adults, and social activities. Clontarf, Dublin, Ireland

Like many sailing clubs we have two sections. Dinghy’s and Cruisers (moored boats). The Club is set up to encourage the enjoyment of sailing and provide training in many aspects of the sea. This training is for the whole family to assist during the season, and importantly, be prepared for many situations within and outside the club environment. South Beach, Courtown, Wexford, Ireland,

The club is based in Cobh, County Cork and we sail in and around the magnificent Cork Harbour. The club organises a comprehensive cruiser racing program through May-Sep. each year. Cove SC's Dinghy Park at Whitepoint is where sail training is available for Junior members on Saturdays. During the Summer ISA accredited courses are available and mixed fleet dinghy racing is held on Wednesdays and at the Weekends from June-Aug. New Members are always welcome. COBH County Cork, Ireland

Crookhaven Harbour Sailing Club was founded in 1979. The summer based club has a large member base who sail in the beautiful setting of Crookhaven from June to September each year. CHSC is primarily a summer sailing club. The club runs an annual 3 week Junior sailing course in July. Club racing takes place at weekends which is generously sponsored by businesses in Cork and the locality. All club members are eligible to compete in a range of fleets including Laser, Mirror, Topaz, Optimist and more. Crookhaven, Co. Cork, Ireland

The Cruising Association of Ireland - A merry band of sailors with the common interest of cruising. All bound together with a love of the water, memories and friendships to last a lifetime. Around 2002, some active cruising sailors felt a need for a broadly-based organisation to encourage and support non-competitive sailing at Howth Yacht Club, founded an independent voluntary association and devised rules and a constitution. The CruisingAssociation of Ireland was formed. CAI operates in Ireland, working withIrish Sailing (I.S.) the equivalent in Ireland of the UK based Royal Yachting Association-RYA. Many members own yachts or motor yachts from 25 ft up to 60 ft+ with the average boat being around 32 ft. We welcome all sailors, particularly those with less experience and who may have family members aboard. Membership is open to all who share our interests. Dublin, Ireland

Cullaun is a welcoming mixed fleet dinghy club in a great location. An Irish Sailing Accredited Training Center for Kids Summer Camps. Adult Training and TRY SAILING days troughout the sailing season for all ages. Members Mixed fleet club racing and regatttas. Perfect for Learning in a fun and friendly social environment. Formed in 1979, nestled among the trees on the shore of Lough Cullaunyheeda in east Co. Clare. We are an Irish Sailing accredited Training Center and follow the relevant national syllabus for Kids Easter and Summer Camps. Come and have a go, Try Sailing events run throughout the season for all ages. The club runs weekly Club racing for seasoned sailors of all ages, competition is fierce. Member's regularly compete in regattas around Ireland and abroad. If You want a bit of adventure and get in touch with the elements, why not give sailing a Try. Kilkishen, Co. Clare, Ireland

A Sailing and Powerboating Club in the Centre of Dingle, Co.Kerry. Sailing and powerboat lessons for all ages and levels. Learn a new skill this summer and take advantage of Dingle's natural amenities and beautiful landscape! Dingle, Co. Kerry, Ireland

Founded in 1884. Dublin Bay Sailing Club is the largest yacht-racing organisation in Ireland and arguably in these islands. With thirteen hundred elected members, the Club provides regular weekly racing for upwards of 320 yachts, ranging from ocean-going forty footers to single-handed dinghies. It operates from Dun Laoghaire, a major marine recreational centre and ferry port six miles to the south of Dublin. Dublin, Ireland

Founded in 1965, the Dun Laoghaire Motor Yacht Club caters for all types of craft and for all types of people – the only common denominator being that they get their enjoyment from boating. So if your leisure pleasure is serious sailing or just ‘messing about in boats’ and if you are looking for friendly companionship which will last a lifetime – Welcome aboard! Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland

Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club is situated on the South East coast of Ireland, approximately mid way between Cork and Rosslare harbours. Dungarvan Bay is sheltered allowing safe sailing for both racing and junior sailing and training. The clubhouse has a spacious bar and function area and has all the facilities expected of a modern clubhouse. Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Ireland

Dungarvan has always been noted for its sailors and its great sea-faring families and the tradition of the bygone days of the coastal schooners is reflected there today in the strong active sailing club which was founded at a public meeting in the Town Hall on Friday 2nd August 1946. Davitts Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Ireland

Welcome to Foynes Yacht Club, located in the South West of Ireland on the Shannon Estuary. Please navigate our website to find out more about our award winning sailing academy, weekly dinghy and cruiser racing, our club history, social events, membership information and much more. Our facilities include a modern clubhouse with bar, dancefloor, toilets and showers.We have a pontoon which can accommodate approximately 8 visiting boats, 4 club boats, the club crashboat and 12 dinghies. Foynes, County Limerick, Ireland

The club offers racing for dinghies & cruisers, training courses, a restaurant & bar, and social activities. Galway Bay Sailing Club is based in Renville Oranmore, approximately 10 Km from Galway City. The club is renowned for the warm welcome it extends to its members and visitors alike. It organises and facilitates the racing and sailing of dinghies, cruisers and multihulls for adults and junior members. We also offer training and instruction to adults, juniors and non-members. Rinville, Co. Galway, Ireland

Galway City Sailing Club aims to promote and facilitate the sport of sailing in the community of Galway City and surrounds, with special emphasis on families and youths including the disadvantaged or disabled and those with no previous experience of the sport. Galway City Sailing Club is a new dinghy sailing club based at the Galway Ocean Sports Club in the Galway Harbour Enterprise Park. We are open for membership, all welcome. Harbour Enterprise Park, Galway, Ireland

GHYC has grown from humble beginnings into a very busy sailing club, while holding on to its informal family focus. Thanks to the great efforts of our members we now have a club house and pavilion, coming a long way from when we had to meet in the local pubs and run our operations from a container on the pier. GHYC offers racing for dinghies, keelboats and cruisers, junior sail training, and social activities. Glandore, County Cork, Ireland

Greystones Sailing Club offers exciting and enjoyable dinghy racing for all ages and abilities in a variety of dinghy classes. Over the years, it's sailors have competed successfully in many open events at both national and international levels. The Club has an active training and sailing program providing sailing instruction for about 100 local children and 30 adults every year. Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland

Our members own a selection of boats from 6m to 12m in length and spend many of the summer weekends cruising the Eastern Irish Sea and beyond, as well as racing. East Pier Howth Co Dublin, Ireland

Howth Yacht Club was founded as Howth Sailing Club in 1895. Howth Sailing Club later combined with Howth Motor Yacht Club, which had operated from the West Pier since 1935, to form Howth Yacht Club. The current modern clubhouse was built and completed in 1987 and further extensions have since been made to the building, grounds and marina to facilitate activities of one of the largest sailing memberships in Ireland and the UK. The club organises and runs sailing events and courses for members and visitors all throughout the year and has very active keelboat and dinghy racing fleets. In addition, Howth Yacht Club prides itself as being a world-class international sailing event venue and hosts many National, European and World Championships as part of its busy annual sailing schedule. Howth, Co. Dublin, Ireland

The club offers racing for cruisers, a lecture series and social activities. The Club was founded in the late sixties and is comprised mainly of a sailing cruiser fleet. Mountshannon, Co. Clare, Ireland

The Club has 550 members. Most of them live in Ireland and Northern Ireland although there are members living in many parts of the world. They are joined together by their mutual love of the sea and sail boat cruising. The Club has no premises but regular functions are arranged so that members can meet, and of course many rallies are held on the water both around Ireland and abroad.

Welcome along to the Irish National Sailing Club. Based in Dun Laoghaire, we are the largest sailboat training provider in Ireland and have been getting people on the water since 1972. There is something for everyone here at the Irish National Sailing Club, our courses will provide everybody with a challenge. The Irish National Sailing Club is an Adult Sail Training, Powerboat Tuition, Shorebased Course and Group Outings provider based on the West Pier, Dun Laoghaire, in county Dublin. Our fleet stands at over 200 boats, consisting of 83 Topper Dinghies, 40 Laser Pico Dinghies, 24 Optimist Dinghies, 6 Laser II Dinghies, 8 Squib Keelboats, 6 Cork 1720 Sportsyachts and a fleet of over 25 Powerboats, made up of Tiller Arm and Rigid Inflatables. West Pier, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland

The principal aim of the association is to introduce persons of all ages background and abilities from any part of our Island to the outdoors and to environmentally friendly beach sports. FISLY ( The Federation of International Sand and Land Yachting www.fisly.org) is the internationally recognised world governing body for all sand & land yachting as well as kite buggy and land board since it was formed in 1962 .Ireland is a full member of FISLY since the late 70's and the Irish Power Kite and Sandyacht Association ( IPKSA ) is the internationally recognised Irish Governing body for these sports since 1980. Sandyachting or Landsailing as its called if you live inland is what it says – sailing on sand or land! Three wheels, a sail and Gods foot on the accelerator and you are off on a clean, green and environmentally friendly excursion.

ISORA (Irish Sea Offshore Racing Association) is the Association that has been running offshore yacht racing on the Irish Sea since 1971. The Association is run in conjunction with all the leading yacht clubs on the east coast of Ireland and on the west coast of Wales and England and the Isle of Man. Dun Laoghaire Co. Dublin, Ireland

The club offers one-design & cruiser racing, junior sailing, a marina facility and social activities. Club members, of which there are more than 600, race Cruisers, One Design Keelboats and Dinghies. The club runs inshore and offshore races, has an active cruising scene, a nascent powerboat section and most significantly for any real club, a strong and dynamic junior training programme. Kinsale, Co. Cork, Ireland

Lough Derg Yacht Club (LDYC) was formed in 1835, making it one of the oldest in this country. Lough Derg Yacht Club is located on the eastern shores of Lough Derg, in Dromineer. Lough Derg is the largest lake on the River Shannon. LDYC is a Members Club with an active Sailing, Fishing and Junior Sailing Membership. The whole ethos of our Club can best be summarised as "Enjoying Sailing & Fishing on Lough Derg". We are located on our own grounds in Dromineer on the Tipperary shore of Lough Derg, near Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Dromineer, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, Ireland

Founded in 1770, Lough Ree Yacht Club is the second oldest sailing club in the world. From its earliest days it was known as Athlone Yacht Club and was renamed Lough Ree Yacht Club in 1895. Ballyglass, Coosan, Athlone, Ireland

Lough Swilly Yacht Club is based in Fahan Creek on the shores of Lough Swilly in County Donegal, three miles from Buncrana and ten miles from Derry. Our membership consists of IRC and other racing and cruising sailors as well as powerboat enthusiasts and some keen dinghy sailors. All club members enjoy spending time pottering about on the lough and many like to venture further afield; either to cruise or to represent the club in competition. Lough Swilly Sailing School is an accredited Irish Sailing Association Sailing Centre. Fahan, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, Ireland.

Malahide Yacht Club was established in 1958 with the objective of "promoting and encouraging sailing" and in the years since its formation, it has been one of the most successful sports clubs in a town rich in sporting heritage. The Club is proud of its contribution to introducing the sport to hundreds of children and adults over the years. MYC is unique in the sailing world in that it has two separate clubhouses and two distinctly different sailing waters. The inland Upper Estuary – known as the Broadmeadow Water – provides ideal, non-tidal conditions for dinghy sailing, racing and sail training. Facilities there include a large and secure dinghy storage pen (housing over 140 boats) and a modern, state-of-the-art clubhouse which was re-built and re-opened in 2012 as the Club’s Dinghy Sailing Centre. The Broadmeadows is widely recognised as the best place to learn to sail in Ireland. The older clubhouse at St. James's Terrace overlooking the tidal Lower Estuary is built on the site of the Club’s original wooden pavilion. It is the base for the Club's cruising and keelboat racing enthusiasts and also houses the Club’s bar, catering and function facilities. Malahide, Co Dublin, Ireland

A thriving vibrant club with a diverse range of sailing activities going on throughput the season. Whether its big boat racing on a Thursday night, junior and senior dinghy racing on a Tuesday night, or leisurely cruising around the west coast or more adventurous transatlantic crossings our members are doing it all. Since its establishment in 1976, MSC has earned a good reputation in both cruising and racing. There are currentlymore than 250 members, covering cruiser racing and cruising, dinghy racing and tuition - and members of all ages taking part in activities during the season. Co. Mayo, Ireland

Moville boat club is situated on the northern shore of Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula. Yacht racing members take part in club races which are run every Sunday during the season, with informal Women’s Sail Training on Wednesday nights. Go to our Sailing Programme for details of racing and events this year. We are also running Adult Dinghy sail training and Junior Dinghy sail training. Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal, Ireland

The club began in 1963 as Mullaghmore Yacht Club (MYC) and ran mainly as a dinghy and cruiser club under the guidance of a founder member, the late Paddy Malone. Initially MYC was composed largely of members from outside the area. However, in the seventies and eighties, there had been a subtle change in the sport of sailing which encouraged the sport to embrace all. This was reflected in a change of the club's name to Mullaghmore Sailing Club. The new Clubhouse was opened in 2000 and an emphasis was placed on Junior Sailing and Special Needs Sailing with a view to building up a strong youth base to enable the future development of MSC. Membership numbers have increased significantly since then with a broad base of support from the local region and further afield. It wouldn't be a club without regattas and MSC is no exception. Also offering Adult Sailing Courses and Social Events. Mullaghmore, County Sligo, Ireland

The Mullingar sailing Club has progressed from its humble beginnings, when members had to change into and out of sailing gear in the open air beside their cars and then, shortly later, nearly having to close due to too few members. From this we have grown to a thriving and popular club for both members and welcomed visitors alike. Its enthusiastic committees and membership will ensure that the club will continue to thrive for many years to come. Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, Ireland

National Yacht Club - Formed in 1870, NYC is particularly active in dinghy and keelboat one design racing. The club also offers junior sail training, dining & bar facilities and a varied social schedule. East Pier, Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin, Ireland.

We have an extensive range of on the water activities throughout the year. Some are regular events and others happen annually. From our very active racing fleet on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s, our Junior & Cadet section, Championship racing, Adult Training Evenings, a wide range of Training Courses, extensive inter-club Racing and Social Programme, Cruiser and Powerboat groups, we are sure you will find something to help get you on the water. We also run our own 100 berth marina facility. Dublin, Ireland

The Royal Cork Yacht Club is based in Crosshaven, Cork, Ireland and is the world's oldest yacht club founded in 1720. The Royal Cork Yacht Club is one of the World's leading Yacht Clubs, and is in the forefront of all branches of sailing activity. It is the organiser of the biennial Cork Week, widely regarded as Europe's premier sailing event. The club encompasses a wide variety of sailing activities from Optimist dinghies to racing National 18s and 1720s, Toppers, Lasers, RS Fevas and more. Crosshaven, Co. Cork, Ireland.

Founded in 1831, in Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin. The Royal Irish Yacht Club is situated in a central location in Dun Laoghaire Harbour with excellent access and visiting sailors can be sure of a special welcome.

Founded in 1838. Members participate in a wide range of national and international racing and cruising events and enjoy a broad spectrum of vibrant junior, club, one-design inshore and offshore racing activities. Our Clubhouse offers fine and casual dining and plenty of space to unwind after a day on the Bay or in the office. We like to refer to our Club as 'home from home' for our members and guests. Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland

Based at the Kilrush Marina, Kilrush, Co Clare, the Royal Western Yacht Club of Ireland is a traditional yacht club nestled in the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way and we welcome you to our website. Established in 1827, the club continues to this day to run yacht and dinghy sailing and racing events. These events are mainly based on the extensive waters of the Shannon Estuary. We welcome all sailors to our Club and Marina, both to compete in our events and to cruise on the waters of the Shannon Estuary and the wonderful west coast of Ireland, along the Wild Atlantic Way. Kilrush, Co Clare, Ireland

Rush Sailing Club was founded in 1954 by a group of passionate local enthusiasts who built their own boats and launched them off the beach. Still passionate about our sport, we can now boast superb facilities, while proudly maintaining the volunteering spirit and sense of community that has got us where we are! Our primary aim is to promote sailing and water sports in general, including motor boating, rowing, diving and kayaking. We have a variety of club dinghies for training, and run regular courses for beginners in the summer. We have a thriving junior section, which runs training courses. Linkside, Rush, Co. Dublin, Ireland

Skerries Sailing Club (SSC) is a vibrant sailing and boating club set in scenic island-studded waters off the coast of north County Dublin. Dinghy and keelboat racing for adults and juniors takes place up to three times weekly in season. A wide variety of classes are represented. Cruising is also encouraged and many visiting craft head for an enjoyable stopover at Skerries. Piloting, mooring and other guides are available in our Cruising section. Offers dinghy racing, cruising activities, junior sail training and social functions. Skerries, County Dublin, Ireland

Originally formed in 1821, Sligo Yacht Club is home to enthusiastic sailors of all ages. We have strong Junior and Adult dinghy fleets, a growing competitive Cruiser class and great sail training courses. The Club has a long history of running many National and International regattas with a sheltered inner bay and arguably some of the most accessible sailing waters in the country. Rosses Point, Co. Sligo, Ireland

The club organises cruising, training, coaching and racing activities throughout the year alongside a very active social programme. Junior Sailing has been part and parcel of Sutton Dinghy Club since the very early days. As can be seen from the extensive list of achievements down through the years, the Clubs commitment and support of junior dinghy sailing has brought recognition and respect to the Club from all areas of Ireland sailing community. Sutton, Dublin, Ireland

Swords Sailing & Boating Club is situated on Broadmeadow Estuary in a quiet, safe, sailing friendly environment. We are a very active club for both the young and the young at heart! The club runs an extensive Sailing Programme and is family friendly. The club runs social events throughout the year. Malahide, Co. Dublin, Ireland

Tralee Bay Sailing Club is located 20 minutes from Tralee, in the beautiful village of Fenit. Perched up high on the cliff top it overlooks the bay and all the surrounding beauty it has to offer. Tralee Bay Sailing Club caters for both dinghy and keel boat sailing. The club members regularly compete in competitions nationally and internationally. However, it is not all racing, as our Sunday cruises around the south-west coast allow our members to take in the beauties of the Irish Wild Atlantic Way. Fenit, Co Kerry, Ireland