Social Sailing
BCYC evolved from as a dinghy racing club. Today’s members enjoy racing alongside social sailing and cruising. The club has a growing group of enthusiastic social sailors who meet regularly to improve their sailing skills, go cruising and sailing in company both at Cheddar Reservoir and at a variety of different locations.
Social sailors are welcome on the water at any time – there’s plenty of room for everyone! We offer social sailing and informal coaching from experienced club members on the second Saturday of the month.
Email socialsailing@bcyc.org.uk Add your name to the social sailing mailing list – www.bcyc.org.uk/subscriptions
Book Your Free Powerboat Introduction Course
All Members over the age of 18 are eligible for the BCYC Powerboat induction course. A must for new members to get to know the club, meet the team and other club members and get out on the water. You are encouraged to book your slot as soon as you join the club. This is an immensely popular course and spaces are limited each month.
The course is free to all members and runs on the first Saturday of the month. Discover more and book you place here
New Members Welcome
BCYC are actively seeking new members, beginner sailors to experienced racers, SUP enthusiasts and paddlers, adults and families. Under 26 – it is scary how cheap it is to join – no excuses.
We offer training courses – including free training to use the club safety boats – and a buddy system – where new members team up with an existing member, share their first duty day and have a point of contact for any questions.
Want to know more – read a new members blog – Here
Racing at BCYC
Bristol Corinthian is known for its great fleet racing on our expansive 265 acres of water.
Whether you are an experienced racer looking for a new club, or a lapsed sailor looking to get back into a boat, BCYC offers racing all year round on Sundays and Wednesday evenings from April to September.
We welcome visitors to come and have a go. You can visit BCYC three times to meet our members, join in the racing and try the facilities yourself. All we ask is that you ensure your boat is washed down at the club hose, and you pay a Short Term Membership fee. Just introduce yourself to the Officer of the Day and enjoy our facilities.
Stand Up Paddleboarding
We offer Sunday Evening SUP Sundowner Sessions. These are 2 hour BSUPA Ready to Ride courses, starting at 18.00 every Sunday. Suitable for all ages, maximum 6 per session – Discover More and Book Here
Club members can use the club SUPs for £5 an hour – just turn up and enjoy! Non members cannot hire club equipment but can book tickets for lessons, taster or SUP Yoga sessions.
Windsurfing at Cheddar
The club has an active windsurfing membership. Our Junior T15 Axbridge Animals were the 2017 National Champions!
Access to Cheddar Reservoir is available seven days a week to BCYC members in the summer, with a buddy system to allow watersports when there is no duty cover. For RYA Windsurfing instruction visit the Windsurfing Page.
Have a Go at Cheddar!
Want to have a go at watersports but not sure where to start? Come and enjoy a Watersports Experience. Choose from a two hour sailing taster, half day windsurfing taster, or stand up paddleboarding session. Available seven days a week, for individuals or groups. Corporates and team building sessions also available. Visit the Learn At BCYC page on the website for more details and to book.
