Are you a boat owner or just a classic yachting enthusiast? We have membership levels for all.
For those who raced in any of our partner events in the Classic Yacht Challenge Series. There’s probably no question that some of the best times you have on your yacht all season is when you’re racing in one of the regattas. Camaraderie, Challenge, Competition, and FUN!
It’s important to note that the Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA) is the force behind the CYCS. Since 2015, the CYOA has been a catalyst for unity, inclusiveness, and transparency in the Classics community at all levels. It all takes work, and we continue to evolve in our efforts to support sailors like you.
We know that there may be reasons you aren’t part of the CYOA, but we’re asking you to reconsider now and join us. We’d love to see you at the “table”.
CYOA…
- unites classic sailing enthusiasts through camaraderie, communication, and fair competition in North America.
- supports and promotes over a dozen Classic Sailing Challenge Series events (CYCS), which are inclusive of all classics - cruisers or racers.
- shapes and supports the ongoing refinement of our exclusive Classic Rating Formula (CRF), meticulously crafted by a world-class Technical Committee comprised of classic yacht architects, builders, and competitors.
What’s in it for you…
- insightful newsletters covering classic sailing yacht stewardship, maintenance, and history.
- connections to a diverse community of owners, designers, builders, and suppliers.
- well organized regattas and events - including a night at The Sailing Museum for the Member’s Party in the Fall
- a close-up seat as we continually enhance the foundation of a community dedicated to the preservation and pursuit of classic sailing excellence.
We’re more committed than ever to meeting the needs of our Members and enhancing their experiences, but we need your support. Join us and help to preserve Classic Yachting.
Check out Membership options: classicyachts.org/join
Are you a sailor who just wants to join a group of like-minded supporters of classic yachting? Do you love the sun on your face, the salt in your hair, and the rum-whatever’s after a good day's sail? While the summer is only so long, you can be a part of the classic yachting scene all year long.
Here’s a way you can “live the life” 12 months of the year – join the Classic Yacht Owners Association (CYOA). Our community isn’t just for Owners. It’s for EVERYONE! Crew, Captain, Gazers, Enthusiasts, Partiers - anyone with a passion for what we love so much - Classic Yachts.
Here’s what you get:
- Insightful newsletters covering classic sailing yacht stewardship, maintenance, and history.
- Updates on what’s happening on the Classic Yacht Challenge Series (CYCS) circuit.
- Eye-candy. We like pictures. Who doesn’t?
- Connections to a diverse community of owners, designers, builders, and suppliers.
- Well-organized regattas and events - including a night at The Sailing Museum in the Fall for our annual Member’s Party
- A close-up seat as we continually enhance the foundation of a community dedicated to the preservation and pursuit of classic sailing excellence.
Our Associate membership fee is $25 for 12 months is less than a night out havin’ rum-whatever’s! You can’t afford NOT to join.
We’re waiting for you!
Your mates at the CYOA
Photo above: Alison Langley
The Classic Yacht Owners Association is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(C) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations and membership fees are charitable contributions and tax-deductible.
