Rockport Yacht Club upcoming events

2026 Spring Sunfish Tuesday Regatta Series (26 May 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Spring Tuesday Sunfish Race Series

All are welcome as the Spring Series soon aproaches.

Let's get those Sunfish out of storage and cleaned up for some Spring sailing in the waters of Little Bay.

Races start every Tuesday at 6PM in Little Bay, Rockport, TX

Skipper's Meeting at 5:45 PM prior to races every Tuesday evening.

Coast Guard Basic Boating Safety Course (30 May 2026)

Sat, 30 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 8:30a to 4:30p

at the RYC Clubhouse- 722 Navigation Circle

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boat America course is a comprehensive, beginner-level boating safety class that fulfills state requirements for boat operation, covering topics like navigation, safety equipment, and legal regulations. It is taught in-person or virtually, often in a one-day format.

Key Details for Boat America:

• Target Audience: Novice boaters, paddling enthusiasts, and those looking to obtain a state-mandated boater education card.

• Course Content: Topics include introduction to boating, boating law, safety equipment, safe operation/navigation, emergencies, and trailering.

• Format: Available in both virtual (video conference) and classroom settings.

• Certification: Covers requirements for most state-required, NASBLA-approved boater cards

USCG Auxillary Meeting (2 Jun 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (4 Jun 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Bridge and Board meeting is conducted as best as possible according to Robert's Rules of Order. While this is an open meeting, only people who are placed on the agenda prior to each meeting may speak, unless the Bridge requests your input.

RYC Youth Sailing- Learn to Sail Program (6 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Details for registration to follow

RYC Youth Sailing- Learn to Sail Program (13 Jun 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Details for registration to follow

RYC Youth Sailing- Learn to Sail Program (20 Jun 2026)

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Details for registration to follow

RYC Youth Sailing- Learn to Sail Program (27 Jun 2026)

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Details for registration to follow

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (2 Jul 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

USCG Auxillary Meeting (7 Jul 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 Rockin Rockport Youth Regatta Volunteers Needed (25 Jul 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Attention!

Volunteers needed at the 2026 Rockin’ Rockport TSA Youth Regatta aka "The Cookie Regatta". We need help both on-shore and on the water so get your friends together and come out to help and have fun.

Please Register TODAY! We have many opportunities available for volunteers. We need to get registered as soon as possible so that we can determine the number of volunteers at RYC so that we can inform the TSA on what additional help is needed. This is a great race and fantastic opportunity to help the youth learn and participate in a great sport.

You can contact Marvin Lewis or email rycracingevents@gmail.com for any questions or further information.

The requirements are as follows-

On the water-

Boats/Skippers

Green Fleet-

1 - Race Committee- PRO/Spotter/Recorder (3 People)

1 - Safety Boat- Bay boat with Skipper & Spotter (2 People)

Opti Red/White and Blue Fleet and Skiffs

1 - Race Committee Boat- PRO, Flag Operator, 2 timers (4 People)

1 - Mark Set Boat & Crew (2 People Min.)

1 - Safety Boat & Crew (2 People Min.)

Laser and 420 Fleet

1 - Race Committee Boat - PRO, Flag, 2 Spotters

1 - Mark Set Boat & Crew (2 People Min.)

1 - Safety Boat & Crew (2 People Min.)

On shore-

Fence Set Up/Take Down - Set up and remove temp fencing around north end of Rockport Beach where Sailing Clinic and Races will be Launched.

Galley- Preparing breakfast and lunch - Saturday and Sunday- 4-5 people each day

Clean up- Make sure the club is tidy, throw out garbage, keep bathroom tidy and top up supplies-Saturday- 1-2 people throughout the day/ Sunday- 1 person through the day and then 2-3 people at the end of the day

Docks- Launch & Retrieval for Green Fleet Only - Saturday and Sunday- 5 people each day minimum at RYC

Registration/Check-in (x4)- Saturday morning- Check in of participants

Score Keeper- Sat & Sun- 12noon- 5p- Inside clubhouse and will be given access to Regatta Network to enter in race results.

Rockin' Rockport Youth Regatta (25 Jul 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the Rockn' Rockport Youth Regatta 2026. This years event will be held on July 25 & 26, 2026 and will be slightly different than previous years. This year, all classes except for the Green Fleet will launch at Rockport Beach across from the Saltwater Beach Pavillion at the north end of the beach by the pier. A large area will be fenced off in the Saltwater Pavilion parking lot for participants to store boats and trailers. Green Fleet will still launch from RYC and race in Rockport Harbor.

This regatta is open to all junior sailors who are less than twenty (20) years old and who do not turn twenty (20) years of age during this calendar year; with boats of the Optimist, ILCA 4, 6, and 7, Open Skiff, and Double-Handed (420 Club, 420 Collegiate, I-420, FJ or other double handed boat) classes. All classes are “bring your own boat”. A minimum of three boats is required to form a class. ILCA 6 and 7 may be combined into a single class if necessary to meet minimum requirements.

Registration is open now at The Regatta Network by following link below. Registration fee for this years races is $90 and will include a Dry Bag for each paid participant, breakfast and lunch for both days. Check NOR and SI's for more information including schedules, course information, awards ceremonies and more.

https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=31266

Much more to come about the 2026 Rockn' Rockport Regatta very soon. Please check back regularly for more information.

USCG Auxillary Meeting (4 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (6 Aug 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

USCG Auxillary Meeting (1 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (3 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (5 Sep 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (1 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (3 Oct 2026)

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

USCG Auxillary Meeting (6 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (17 Oct 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

USCG Auxillary Meeting (3 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (5 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

USCG Auxillary Meeting (1 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 RYC Bridge and Board Meeting (3 Dec 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (5 Dec 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

Youth Sailing Returning Sailor Program (19 Dec 2026)

Sat, 19 Dec 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.

Nautical Flea Market and Boat Show (1 May 2027)

Sat, 01 May 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Nautical Flea Market and Boat Show - May 1 and 2, 2027

Located: The Festival Grounds at Rockport Beach & Rockport Harbor.

New and Used Boats of all kinds, Nautical Items: Fishing, Sailing, Power Boating, Windsurfing, Scuba, New & Used Parts, Tools, Motors, Rods, Reels, Sails, Nautical Art, Coastal Decor, Dinghies, & Kayaks Buy, Sell, or Trade.

Vendor spaces available: Booth Spaces 10' X 10' $150 per space. Boat Spaces approx. 15' X 40' $100. Food Trucks (max 4) and Drink Vendors (max 4) $200.

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday

Daily Entrance Fee- $7.00

Children under 12 are free!