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.
Open to youth who have completed the Learn to Sail program.
Our happy hour is open to members and visitors who want to learn more about the yacht club. Cash bar available. Members are asked to bring an appetizer to share.
Summer Tuesday Sunfish Class Race Series
As the spring series comes to an end, the summer series now begins.
Let's get those hulls moving through the summer 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.
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
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
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.
Register for the regatta 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.
Register for additional meal tickets for guests, family or friends on this site. Additional meal tickets are $15 each for all guests.
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.
Welcome to the 2026 TSA - Rockn' Rockport Youth Regatta.
Registration
NOR
SI
Guests Additional Meal Tickets
Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed at the 2026 Lydia Ann Lighthouse 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 we can plan for after party. This is a great race and fantastic opportunity to help the youth learn and participate in a great sport.
PRO Boat and Crew
1 - Race Committee- PRO/Spotter/Recorder (4 People)
1 - Mark/Set Boat at Start - Will be Chase Boat after Start. Skipper and 2 Crew
1 - Mark/Set Boat at finish. Skipper and 2 Crew
1 - Chase Boat - Skipper and Spotter
Bar - 2 Bar Tenders
Galley- Preparing Galley for After Party (2 to 3)
Registration/Check-in (x4)- Afternoon at 1100- Check in of participants
The Skipper entry fee includes race entry, T-shirt, one meal wrist band, cash bar, and awards. Register for race at the Regatta Network. Link below.
Wristbands for dinner may be purchased for crew and guests at a cost of $20 each. Purchased wristbands will only be provided to the skipper making the purchase either at the Skippers Meeting or after-race party (otherwise register as a member/guest where the name of each individual is included).
T-shirts for crew and guests may be purchased in a separate registration at a cost of $25 each. To receive a T-shirt, the registration and payment must be received no later than July 28, 2026.
Notice of Race Coming Soon
https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=31640
2026 Lydia Ann Lighthouse Regatta
Come and join in the fun of the Rockport Yacht Club 2026 Lydia Ann Lighthouse Regatta. Come dance with the winds while skippering your sailboat through the Lydia Ann Channel into Rockport, while ending the race with a celebration among friends and fellow comrades, with music, drinks, and dinner.
A cash bar will be available!
SKIPPER RACE ENTRY FEE: $80 (INCLUDES RACE ENTRY, T-SHIRT, DINNER, AWARDS AND CASH BAR)
ADDITIONAL CREW OR GUEST ENTRY FEE: $20 (INCLUDES DINNER AND ENTRY INTO CELEBRATION PARTY WITH CASH BAR). Additional T-Shirts and Crew/Guest registration below.
Additional Crew and T-Shirt
Lydia Ann Regatta After Party
Bar, Music, Tall Tales, Awards, and After Race Celebration
This registration is used for anyone (other than the skipper) who wants to have a wristband for the meal served following the regatta. A cash bar is also available. One registration may be used for multiple people; however, the contact information for each additional guest must also be included.
NOTE: If this registration is for a crew member or guest participating in the race a liability release shall be required with the contact information.
Registration must be completed by August 21, 2025.
Hosted by:
The monthly members meeting is open to members and their guests. Happy Hour is from 5p-6p and Dinner starts at 6p with the Members Meeting starting around 6:45p
Welcome to the 2026 USSCA/ISCA SW Regional Sunfish Races.
The Rockport Yacht Club is very excited to announce and bring this race to the Texas Coast. This years event will be held on August 15 & 16th, 2026 and will consist of a maximum of seven (7) races over two (2) days. This is a ISCA Regional race where the overall winner will secure a spot in the 2027 USSCA/ISCA World Championship.
Registration is open now at The Regatta Network by following link below. Registration fee for this years races is $90 and will include a gift for each paid participant, breakfast and after race food 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=31636 or scan QR Code below.
Additional Meal Tickets
Volunteers
Fall Tuesday Sunfish Class Race Series
As the summer series comes to an end, the summer series now begins. Let's get those hulls moving through the fall and cooling 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.
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!
Sponsors:
Yacht Club
