Cayman Islands Sailing Club

Sailing Programme

The Club runs regular racing fixtures for a wide range of boats, including the Dinghy Fleet, J22 Fleet, and Cruiser Fleet. Dinghy racing is generally held on the 1st Sunday of each month. The Club provides club-owned boats for racing and leisure, such as Pico, Laser, Hobie-Cat, Optimist, Hartley, C420, and J22, and supports crewing, cruiser rallies, and other regattas throughout the year. More details can be found in the sailing programme.

Training Opportunities

Structured training is offered, including sailing lessons for all ability levels, Adult 'Learn to Sail' courses, and various kids camps during holidays. After-school programmes and racing lessons are also available. Bookings and course enquiries are handled via the National Sailing Centre Program Director. Further information is available in the training opportunities.

Club Events

The Club hosts regular sailing events, including monthly dinghy races and fleet races for J22s and cruisers. Additionally, there are social calendar events such as the Commodore's Cocktail Party, Guy Fawkes Family Night, Annual Ball, Wine & Jazz, Founder's Night, and Pool & Karaoke evenings. The Social Committee aims to run at least one social event per month. Details can be found in the club events.

Member Experience

For members who do not own boats, club boat rentals are available to qualified sailors or those under direct instruction. J22 crewing opportunities are offered and can occasionally be available to social members or non-members. Full members have launch and storage privileges, account charging at the clubhouse, and receive club newsletters. Social membership is available for non-sailors, but it does not include launching or boat storage. More information can be found in the member experience.

Facilities

The Club features a clubhouse with a bar that operates on an honour system. It has launch facilities, a slipway, and boat and trailer storage for full members. Docks and slipway access are limited to members. The clubhouse can also be hired for events. Further details are available in the facilities.

Dining Options

The clubhouse bar is open for members on Friday evenings and throughout the weekend, allowing members to charge items to their club account. More information about dining options can be found in the dining options.

Membership Information

The initial joining fee is CI$75, with annual subscriptions varying by member category. Full membership is required for all sailors, and social memberships do not include launching or storage. Additional details about membership fees and storage rates can be found in the membership information.

Venue Hire

The clubhouse and social facilities are available for hire for private or business events. Members are encouraged to contact the Club Administrator for details and booking information, as outlined in the venue hire.

Social Activities

A regular social programme is run by a Social Committee, featuring events such as the Commodore's Cocktail Party, Guy Fawkes Family Night, Annual Ball, Wine & Jazz, Founder's Night, and Pool & Karaoke evenings. The aim is to host at least one social event per month. More information is available in the social activities.

Access Policy

The Club is governed by a published Code of Conduct that applies to members, parents, coaches, and officials. Slipway and dock use is restricted to members only, and launching rules apply. Members and participants must adhere to Club rules and safety policies. Further details can be found in the access policy.

Crew Matching Services

Crewing opportunities are facilitated through fleet representatives, with regular crewing for J22 racing mentioned. J22 crewing is occasionally available to social members and non-members. Interested sailors are instructed to contact the appropriate fleet representative for more information, as detailed in the crew matching services.