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Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club is a private, member-owned yacht club located on beautiful Centre Island in Oyster Bay, New York. Since 1871, our members have demonstrated a passion for sailing and maritime history. The Club offers a variety of sailing and boating activities that include team racing, ladies sailing, PHRF racing, fleet racing, local cruising, distance racing, junior sailing and long distance cruising. We proudly host world-class regattas, social activities and events. Our Clubhouse offers fine and casual dining as well as a relaxing atmosphere to unwind after a day on-the-water or ashore. Our full-service Boatyard is available for comprehensive yacht repair and maintenance for all members and select non-member customers. The Service Dock monitors VHF Channel 10, click here for additional information. The Junior Club is the center of activity, ideal for classroom instructions, casual dining in winter months, and indoor activities during the junior summer program. 

We are continually improving facilities and our staff is eager to help you enjoy the new season at Seawanhaka. We hope you will make extensive use of the Club and its services! Click here to follow us on facebook. 

 

As of 10/1/2021

Member's Only - Click here to submit proof of vaccination

*Reciprocal Guests/Visitors/Guests of Members will be required to display proof of vaccination upon arrival to the Clubhouse

Vaccinated Members/Guests (proof of vaccination is required)
• Masks are optional while indoors and outdoors.
• May utilize the Clubhouse’s indoor dining facilities as well as outdoor dining facilities. 

Unvaccinated Members/Guests (includes those who decline to provide proof of vaccination)
• May utilize outdoor dining facilities only (i.e., South and West Porches, South Lawn, Linburn Terrace).
• May utilize the East Porch (ONLY when the Nanawall is fully retracted).
• Must wear a mask when entering the indoor facilities.
• May only enter the indoor facilities when utilizing the restrooms, obtaining a drink from the Bar, or obtaining food from the buffet.
• Are encouraged to wear masks when social distancing cannot be maintained outdoors. 

Children Under 12
• Since a vaccine is not currently available for anyone under 12 years old, anyone in this age group is welcome at the Club
• Must wear a mask while indoors.
• May dine indoors, and may only remove their masks while actively engaged in eating or drinking.
• Are encouraged to wear masks when social distancing cannot be maintained outdoors. 
 

 

NEWSFEED

10/13/21 100th Anniversary British-American Cup Click here for more

6/15/21 A wonderful article on the history of the International Six Meter Class and the central role that Seawanhaka has played over the years. Click here

6/12/21 Fleet Review All members were invited to take part in this special event, which celebrated the fleet during this historic sesquicentennial year. Vessels participating in the fleet review were requested to dress ship.

6/7/21 The British-American Cup first sailed in Six Meters during Cowes Week on the Solent in 1921 has long been recognized as the first International Team Race and many still consider it the most important. The Cup's early history was entwined in the development and success of the International 6 Meter class that has chosen to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the BA Cup by posting wonderful stories on each boat that sailed in the first event. Part 3- Click here The British-American Cup first sailed in Six Meters during Cowes Week on the Solent in 1921 has long been recognized as the first International Team Race and many still consider it the most important. The Cup's early history was entwined in the development and success of the International 6 Meter class that has chosen to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the BA Cup by posting wonderful stories on each boat that sailed in the first event. Part 2-Click here The British-American Cup first sailed in Six Meters during Cowes Week on the Solent in 1921 has long been recognized as the first International Team Race and many still consider it the most important. The Cup's early history was entwined in the development and success of the International 6 Meter class that has chosen to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the BA Cup by posting wonderful stories on each boat that sailed in the first event. Part 1-Click here

6/5/21 Friday night Solstice fleet recreating William Jonas’ famous painting of the Oyster Sloop Christeen off Cooper’s Bluff. Courtesy of the sharp eye of Andrew Korson.

6/2/21 SCYC's Race Committee through the years

5/10/21 Alfred Roosevelt Regatta Despite less than glorious Spring weather, 14 boats competed for the 128 year old Alfred Roosevelt Cup on Saturday 5/8. The cup was won by Black Pearl from Sagamore YC in a demonstration of solid tactics and impressive light air speed. Click here for results

5/10/21 In a small private ceremony, Commodore Harry Anderson’s ashes were interned today in a family plot in St. John’s cemetery. From his early days at Seawanhaka as Commodore of the the Junior Club (1936) and Senior Club (1967-70) Harry moved on to the National and international stage as one of the most influential people in our sport over the last century. Despite his great achievements, Harry never forgot his roots in Oyster Bay or his friends at Seawanhaka. Welcome home Commodore and rest well upon your laurels. Palmam Qui Meruit Ferat

4/24/21 150th Commissioning Ceremony & Luncheon Commissioning-1957

1/19/21 48th Seawanhaka International Challenge Cup for Small Yachts "Seawanhaka Cup" Postponed Until 2022 Click here for more Just in time for frostbite season - the link to a wonderful short documentary by SCJYC alum Thurston Smith that features many familiar SCYC faces and scenes! Moosehead Luncheon 11/8 No sailing season can be considered complete without the random cannon fire, misplaced pomposity and complete hilarity of the annual Moosehead Lunch celebrating race management misdeeds on Long Island Sound. In its 2020 pandemic edition the awards ceremony was pre-taped and simulcast to RC members enjoying gatherings at clubs around the Sound. For the first time in history the full proceedings will be available to the public on the Moosehead Yacht Klub Facebook page. Spoiler alert - SCYC shared a honorable mention Moosehead Award for Excellence again in 2020 - 3rd time in 8 years! After some amazing racing on Day 2 in Bermuda, Chris Poole and his Riptide Racing team have advanced to the Quarterfinals with a 6-1 record! Click here for more This Day in History (October 26) The October 26, 1901 issue of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle covered the improvements scheduled for Oyster Bay following Theodore Roosevelt's election and subsequently Oyster Bay's rise in status to that of a presidential downtown. 2020 Summer Recap Sunday Series Fleet Racing Final races of a terrific 2020 Sunday Racing series featuring Seawanhaka’s newest old one-design class - three J-44s! 10/13   2020 World Championship Skippers Confirmed-World Match Racing Tour Looking forward to see Chris Poole and his Riptide racing team represent the USA and Seawanhaka in Bermuda for the "winner take all" regatta of the 2020 World Match Racing Tour. Click here for more USODA Atlantic Coast Champs at Larchmont YC 10/4-10/5 Building on a great Junior Sailing summer the SCJYC Opti Race Team sent 12 sailors and 2 coaches to the 2020 USODA Atlantic Coast Champs at Larchmont.   NYS Opti Champs 9/12 Saturday, September 12th saw Seawanhaka RC Volunteers lend a hand to the Waterfront Center for the 2020 NY State Opti Championship Regatta. The event was one of the largest optimist events held in Western Long Island Sound this summer and followed all applicable Covid-19 restrictions. The 7 race Regatta was held in near perfect conditions for the 47 elite racers (including 13 SCJYC Opti Race team members) who attended.   Stratford Shoal Race 9/5 Fall Regatta 9/6-9/7 SCJYC graduate & sailing professional Cat Chimney Click here SCJYC Opti Team crosses the Sound to sail the LISOT Challenger Cup 8/30 Cayenne Trophy 8/30 & 10/4   84th Annual Junior Club Awards 8/13     Seawanhaka Cup Moving West in 2021 Click here for more details Dooley Roosevelt Regatta 8/1    Annual Rendezvous & Raft Up Cocktail Party 7/11-7/12   National Sailing Hall of Fame Congratulations to all the sailing legends scheduled to be inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame for 2020 including Seawanhaka members Briggs S. Cunningham, Dave Perry and John Rousmaniere! Junior Club Commissioning 6/23/20

Winter Sailing Begins November 1st! 10/15/20 This year's Winter Sailing season begins on Sunday, November 1st. Winter Sailing is open to members and non-members. Registration is available online only, click below for more information and to register. Click here for more info

2020 Fleet Review 6/18/20

149th Commissioning at SCYC 6/9/20

SCYC Boatyard Now Open! 4/20/20 Over the weekend, the requirement for boatyard and marina facilities to remain closed has been lifted by the State of New York, provided that such facilities adhere to strict social distancing and sanitation protocols. In this regard, we are planning to open the Boatyard this week for on-going yard operations, mooring placements, and boat repair/maintenance, subject to strict adherence with the governmental regulations, as well as the Club’s policies and procedures which are attached hereto for your information and use, when in or near the boatyard or service dock facilities.

Refresh Your Sailing Skills with the Following Instructional Videos! 4/2/20 Perseverance/Disaster  1998 Sydney Hobart - Click here 1979 Fastnet Race - Click here Racing Rules of Sailing Click here   Improvement of Sailing Skills Race Starting Strategies - Click here Starting Strategies - Click here Upwind Tactics - Click here Sail Trim - Click here

SCYC Currently Closed 4/2/20 Following the guidance of federal, state and local health entities, the Clubhouse and it's facilities are currently closed. If you need to reach the Club, feel free to call 516-922-6200 or email a staff member directly. Click here for staff contact information.

2020 Summer Junior Program 2/21/20 We are looking forward to an exciting season of Junior Sailing at SCYC. Our staff and Junior Activities Committee have been working hard to put together the best team of world-class coaches, nd the best program for our juniors this year! 2020 Junior Program Registration in now open. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

2020 at SCYC! 1/31/20  New menus, new staff, exciting new upgrades to the front desk & clubhouse! Kick off the 2020 season after being closed for the month of January!

Junior News 12/9/19 This year, the Junior Activities Committee supported the Oyster Bay/Cold Spring Harbor Protection Committee in its initiative to regrow oyster beds to provide cleaner water. Our juniors grew 1,000 oysters to maturity and put them in an oyster spawner sanctuary at the bottom of our harbor. It was the perfect opportunity to educate our juniors on the importance of respecting and protecting our marine environment. Credit: C.Meyer

Successful Thanksgiving Morning Flag Football at SCYC 11/28/2019

SCYC & Oakcliff Awarded Moosehead Committee Trophy 11/26/2019

Congratulations all Winners! SCYC Sailing Awards Dinner 11/2/2019 Read More

SCYC Wins Islands International Challenge Cup 10/10/2019

Around the World in 263 Days  9/5/2019