Nantucket Yacht Club

About

The Nantucket Yacht Club is a private members-only yacht club that provides on-the-water sailing instruction and member boat use, organized racing, waterfront launch services, and social and dining facilities on Nantucket Harbor. More information can be found on their website.

Accommodation

The club notes that housing may be available for some employee positions. While the clubhouse offers event spaces for members and non-members, it does not advertise member lodging or hotel accommodation. Details regarding employment opportunities can be found here.

Facilities

The club occupies waterfront on Nantucket Harbor, featuring docks, a T-dock, and launch access for members. The waterfront facilities include a T-dock and a club hoist for launching small one-design boats, along with a staffed launch service. More about these facilities can be found here.

The historic clubhouse includes a waterfront lawn and patio, the Governor's Room, the Anchorage Dining Room with a wrap-around porch, a grand Ballroom for large events, and the Burgee Bar, which offers casual dining with a harbor view.

Training

The Sailing Department offers private instruction from late June through late August, a structured Junior Sailing program with weekly sessions in summer, and adult sailing classes for novices, recreational sailors, and those seeking racing instruction. Members may charter or borrow club instructional boats, subject to reservation and approval. More details about the training programs can be found here.

Racing

The club's race program includes One Design fleets, an active International One Design (IOD) fleet association presence, and PHRF series. Racing is conducted under The Racing Rules of Sailing and club policies. Additional information about racing can be accessed here.

Cruising

Members can use club boats for short pleasure cruises, with Rhodes 19s available for charter. The club's one-design fleets are suitable for day sailing and cruising in Nantucket waters. More information about cruising opportunities is available here.

Social Events

The club maintains an active social calendar and dining program, including Anchorage dinners, club dinners, and seasonal menus. Formal events such as the Red, White & Blue Dinner Dance and Commodore’s Ball are also hosted, alongside private events and weddings. An Events Director coordinates these activities. More details can be found here.

Dress Code

The club specifies a dress code: Anchorage Dinner and Club Dinners require semi-formal attire, while certain events expect cocktail attire with ties for men. Further information on the dress code can be found here.

Seasonal Operations

Operations are seasonal and summer-focused, with junior and adult sailing programs running from June through August. Staffing is typically seasonal, from June to October, and dining and launch services follow seasonal schedules. More information on seasonal operations can be accessed here.