Royal Torbay Yacht Club

Sunday Brunch
2022-02-27 10:30 - 14:30, 2022-04-03 10:30 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
By popular request: Toast is now available for Sunday Brunch!

Ladies' Dinner
2022-03-04 19:00 - 23:30 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Menu

Bubbles on Arrival

To start
Twice Baked Cheddar Cheese Souffle, Tomato Basil Salad and Mornay Chive Sauce

Salad of Smoked Salmon, Green Apple, Dill and Horseradish

Main course
Grilled Bream with Sauteed Potatoes, Soft Stem Broccoli and French Pea Broth

Thyme Roast Chicken Supreme, hive Mash and Creamy Wild Mushroom Sauce

Griddled Rainbow Carrots, Carrot Top and Cream Cheese Pesto, Toasted Hazelnuts and Hazelnut Dressing

Dessert
Trio of Chocolate:
Mousse, Fondant and Ice Cream, Cherry Garnish

Strawberry Mousse and Pavlova with Shortbread Fingers

Acoustic Guitarist Chris Thomas will be performing live throughout the evening.

Check out his website: https://devon-wedding-singer.co.uk/listen/

Squadron 13 - On the water
2022-01-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom

RYA First Aid - 05/03/2022
2022-03-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Course prerequisites: None

Minimum Age: 12 Years

Trainee : Instructor Ratio: 10:1

Provided with the Course: First Aid Book, Certificate and Light Refreshments

Member Price £95

Non Member Price £125

Training courses are subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake, or unforeseen circumstances. If your course is cancelled, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.

Refunds cannot be issued less than 14 days before the Training. You cannot reschedule a training session less than 14 days before the event.

RYA Powerboat Level 2
2022-03-12 09:00 - 2022-03-13 17:00, 2022-04-02 09:00 - 2022-04-03 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Provides the skills and background knowledge needed by the competent powerboat driver and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It aims to teach boat handling and seamanship in powerboats. It focuses on low-speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planing speed, and collision regulations.

Course pre-requisites: None

Course duration: 2 days

Minimum age: 12 years-

Although RYA Minimum age is 12, the Royal Torbay Yacht Club would recommend you speak to our Training Principal or Chief Instructor before booking this course for anyone under the age of 15.

Trainee : Instructor ratio: 1:3

Provided with the course: Powerboat Handbook, Powerboat Logbook and light refreshments

You will need: Writing materials, a recent passport photo (for your powerboat licence), appropriate clothing, buoyancy aid or life jacket (will need to conform to standards)(we have limited number to loan so please get in touch if you need one) , sun-screen, packed lunch.

Member Price £175

Non Member Price £250

Training courses are subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake, or unforeseen circumstances. If your course is cancelled, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.

Refunds cannot be issued less than 14 days before the Training. You cannot reschedule a training session less than 14 days before the event.

Click to download the course brochure

Men's Dinner (Black Tie)
2022-03-12 19:30 - 23:30 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
A Formal Black Tie event.

Sunday Lunch
2022-03-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom

RYA Sea Survival Course- Day 1
2022-03-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
This is RYA day 1 course. We are also running a World Sailing Offshore Safety course as part of our Sea Survival skills.

World Sailing Offshore Safety Course- Day 2

Sailing and boating are generally safe activities, however in the unlikely event you are ever placed in an emergency situation the skills learnt as part of this course could be a lifesaver. An important part of the course is a practical, pool-based session which allows you to put into practise the theory learned.

Course Duration:

This Sea Survival Course will be run over two, 1 day courses. Neither courses are mandatory, and you can book onto Day 1 without booking Day 2.

Day 1- RYA Sea Survival Day 2- World Sailing Offshore Safety

Course content:

Life Rafts and Equipment Survival TechniquesUse of Life Jackets / Buoyancy AidsMedical Aspects Search and Rescue Procedures Real Life Case Studies Includes a two hour pool based sessionNo formal assessment

Course pre-requisites: None

Minimum age: 8 Years

Max. pupil : instructor radio: Day 1- 8:1, Day 2- 5:1

Course duration: Two – 1 day courses

Provided with the course: All course books

Please bring: Pens, notebook, Swimming equipment for pool session (RYA DAY 1). Lifejacket/ Waterproofs (DAY 2).

Prices

Day 1:

Member £100

Non Member £130

Day 2:

Member £84

Non Member £120

Please be aware this course is subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake or unforeseen circumstances.

Rugby Super Saturday
2022-03-19 14:15 - 22:30 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Pasty and a Pint £8
Pasties served from 12-6pm

The rugby will be showing in the members bar.

Wales V Italy @2:15
Ireland V Scotland @16:45
France V England @20:00

World Sailing Offshore Safety Course- Day 2
2022-03-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
This is World Sailing Offshore Safety Day 2 course. We are also running an RYA Sea Survival course as part of our Sea Safety skills.

If this course is fully booked, please contact us and we will book additional course spaces on the Monday 21st.

RYA Sea Survival

Sailing and boating are generally safe activities, however in the unlikely event you are ever placed in an emergency situation the skills learnt as part of this course could be a lifesaver. An important part of the course is a practical, pool-based session which allows you to put into practise the theory learned.

Course Duration:

This Sea Survival Course will be run over two, 1 day courses. Neither courses are mandatory, and you can book onto Day 1 without booking Day 2.

Day 1- RYA Sea Survival Day 2- World Sailing Offshore Safety

Course content:

Life Rafts and Equipment Survival TechniquesUse of Life Jackets / Buoyancy AidsMedical Aspects Search and Rescue Procedures Real Life Case Studies Includes a two hour pool based sessionNo formal assessment

Course pre-requisites: None

Minimum age: 8 Years

Max. pupil : instructor radio: Day 1- 8:1, Day 2- 5:1

Course duration: Two – 1 day courses

Provided with the course: All course books

Please bring: Pens, notebook, Swimming equipment for pool session (RYA DAY 1). Lifejacket/ Waterproofs (DAY 2).

Prices

Day 1:

Member £100

Non Member £130

Day 2:

Member £84

Non Member £120

Please be aware this course is subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake or unforeseen circumstances.

Start of Season Cruising and Motorboat Dinner
2022-03-25 18:30 - 23:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Please RSVP to cruising@rtyc.org and let us know if you would like to attend the meeting and/or the dinner.

Meeting Start 18:30
Dinner Start 19:30

Rib Refresher Training
2022-03-26 09:00 - 2022-03-27 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Postponed

This 3.5 hour refresher course to enhance your rib driving capabilities and rebuild confidence to drive a safety boat on the water. The course is aimed at people who already hold a valid RYA Powerboat Level 2 certificate and would like some coaching in a relaxed environment.

Course pre-requisites: Members only. Must hold a valid PB2

Course duration: 3.5 hours

Minimum age: 16 years

Provided with the course: Light refreshments (no books required)

You will need: Writing materials, appropriate clothing, buoyancy aid (will need to conform to standards – life jackets may not be used), sun-screen, packed lunch.

Prices:

Member: £140

Non Member: £185

Training courses are subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake, or unforeseen circumstances. If your course is cancelled, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.

Refunds cannot be issued less than 14 days before the Training. You cannot reschedule a training session less than 14 days before the event.

RYA Running Club Racing
2022-03-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
A day of introduction to members interested learning more about running club racing, combined with a refresher day for those already helping. Whether you are as aspiring race officer, timekeeper, recorder, visual signals officer (flags) or sound signals officer (horns) the day will cover all aspects of running racing.

The day will comprise a series of presentations combined with practical exercises. A great opportunity to meet up with those already involved and make new friends. Mike Johnson National Race Officer and the RYA Race Management Training Co-ordinator for the South West will lead the day, he will be supported by club race officers Bill Butcher and Bob Penfold. We are also inviting representative from other local clubs.

There is no charge for the day, and tea and coffee feely available throughout the day. If you would like to attend or have any queries, please email events@rtyc.org or call Bob Penfold

Mothers Day Lunch
2022-03-27 12:00 - 15:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Roast Westcountry Rump of Beef
or
Baked Salmon en Croute
or
Club Nut Roast

All served with:

Yorkshire Pudding
Roast Potatoes
Creamed Spinach
Honey Roasted Roots
Cauliflower Cheese
Gravy
Watercress Sauce

Dessert:

Vanilla Panna Cotta and Strawberry Consommé
or
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
or
Club Cheese Platter with Chutney, Crackers and Toasted Breads

Kids Menu (Under 12)

Chicken Goujons
or
Sausages
or
Veggie Nuggets

served with Chips and Peas

followed by

Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce

Roast Westcountry Rump of Beef
or
Baked Salmon en Croute
or
Club Nut Roast

All served with:

Yorkshire Pudding
Roast Potatoes
Creamed Spinach
Honey Roasted Roots
Cauliflower Cheese
Gravy
Watercress Sauce

Dessert:

Vanilla Panna Cotta and Strawberry Consommé
or
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
or
Club Cheese Platter with Chutney, Crackers and Toasted Breads

Kids Menu (Under 12)

Chicken Goujons
or
Sausages
or
Veggie Nuggets

served with Chips and Peas

followed by

Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce

1 course @£15 per person
2 courses @£20 per person
Kids Menu @£10 per person

RYA Marine Radio
2022-04-02 09:00 - 19:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
RYA Marine Radio will provide you with the knowledge to use a marine VHF/SRC radio. Your training will be followed by an exam to gain your Radio Operators Licence and will take place at the end of the training day. Subjects covered include basic operation of your radio, important channels, words and phrases, the phonetic alphabet and distress calls.

Course pre-requisites: You must pre-register for your exam via the RYA website and bring your exam voucher with you. You must read RYA VHF Handbook prior to the start of the course (this will be provided when you book).

You will be required to book yourself onto the relevant RYA Marine Radio Short Range exam which can be found https://www.rya.org.uk/exams

Please note the exam is an additional cost made directly to the RYA

Course duration: 1 day

Minimum age: 16 years

Trainee : Instructor ratio: 1:8

Provided with the course: Books, light refreshments

You will need: A recent passport photo, writing materials and to bring your VHF handbook.

Member Price £90

Non Member Price £120

Training courses are subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake, or unforeseen circumstances. If your course is cancelled, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.

Refunds cannot be issued less than 14 days before the Training. You cannot reschedule a training session less than 14 days before the event.

Club Racing - Early Sunday Series
2022-04-03 09:00 - 12:30, 2022-04-10 09:00 - 12:30 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Club Racing

Forthcoming Club Racing

Club Racing - Wednesday Spring Series
2022-04-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom

Smugglers Run Race (RTYC)
2022-04-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Club Racing

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Forthcoming Club Racing

Shores of South Devon
2022-04-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
The Seal Project

The Seal Project

By Sarah Greenslade

Based in Brixham, the Seal Project work across the South West to improve the coastline. Sarah’s talk will give information, insights and stories of both Grey and Common Seals.

No Booking Needed

Motorboats and Cruising: Dartmouth Weekend
2022-04-15 08:00 - 2022-04-18 23:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Timings TBC

For more information please contact cruising@rtyc.org

Dinghy Sailing Taster Weekend-CANCELLED
2022-04-16 09:00 - 2022-04-17 17:00 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
A fun and informal introduction to dinghy sailing in a safe environment on some of the best sailing waters in the United Kingdom. This course is aimed both at novices who have no sailing experience and those with experience who wish to improve their sailing skills.

You will learn the key skills required to get afloat under supervision in light winds in a single or double-handed dinghy. We use RS Quests, RS Qubas and Lasers for this training.

Your instructor will also take you through how to sail in all directions, teach you how to safely launch and recover your boat and explain how to recover from a capsize. Short theory sessions on the land will teach you about the basic equipment needed, tides and weather.

Prices:

Member: £180

Non Member: £220

Please be aware this course is subject to last minute cancellation due to weather, low uptake or unforeseen circumstances.

Princess of Wales Trophy
2022-04-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Paignton Sailing Club, Roundham Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT, United Kingdom

Easter Sunday
2022-04-17 12:30 - 14:30 | Royal Torbay Yacht Club, 12 Beacon Terrace, Torquay, TQ1 2BH,, United Kingdom
Children's Colouring Competition with Prizes.

2 Courses £20.00
1 Courses £15.00
Kids Menu £10.00
