Non-boating events include Travel Talks, Wine Tasting Events, Fitness Classes, and even a weekly Trivia Challenge
The club is run entirely by club member volunteers. VSS organizes races, cruises, and monthly potluck dinners, which include informative programs related to sailing.The latter are held on the second Wednesday of each month from October through April. Our May meeting is our Change of Watch or "COW". This is a picnic meeting where we recognize racing and cruising achievements, the election and induction of new officers and board members and hold the all-important “gutter boat” regatta. The Squadron owns no real estate, so the overhead costs are kept very low.
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in sailing, sailboats and boating in general. We do have members that are former sailors and are now power boaters. Anyone with an interest or affinity for sailing is welcome. For more information check our Membership page
Sarasota Yacht Club
Organized in 1907 and established in 1926, Sarasota Yacht Club is a Distinguished Elite Club, a Platinum Club of the World, and a Platinum Club of America. The Club offers impressive amenities including indoor and outdoor dining, a pool and pool bar, a 110-slip marina, and a fitness center, all with panoramic views of Sarasota Bay.
Enjoy the quintessential Sarasota experience by taking advantage of our kayak and paddleboard rental fleet, enjoying a poolside cocktail, or indulging in an artfully prepared meal with the perfect sunset view. Whether you’re seeking adventure or craving an award-winning culinary experience, Sarasota Yacht Club prides itself on exceeding expectations for both members and reciprocal members.
- Swimming Pool
Waterfront casual and formal dining with banquet capacity up to 500 persons 110-slip marina Swimming pool Fitness Center Watersports Rentals Including: Kayaks and Paddleboards
- Dress Code Casual and formal dining.
- Age Restriction -No Age Restriction
- Dogs -In Designated Outdoor Areas Only
- Smoking -In Designated Outdoor Areas Only
Opening Hours
- Clubhouse & Front Desk:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed (May – September
Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
- Porthole & Waterfront Terrace Dining:
Tuesday: Closed (May – September)
Tuesday – Sunday: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 08:30pm
- Spinnaker Bar & Grill:
Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday: 11:30am – 7:30pm
Friday & Saturday: 11:30am – 08:30pm
- Happy Hour:
Wednesday & Sunday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday: 5:30pm – Close
More Information
Additional Charges Service charge: 20%, sales tax: 7%.
Parking Covered and Uncovered Parking Available, Tesla Charging Stations on-site
- Tel +1 941 3654191
- Fax +1 941 3730121
- Web http://www.sarasotayachtclub.org
- Mail [email protected]
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Sarasota yacht club honored with ‘platinum club of america’ status.
March 10, 2023 – Sarasota
Sarasota Yacht Club announced it has once again been selected as a Platinum Club of America, one of only 30 yacht clubs in the country to earn the distinction from the esteemed Club Leaders Forum. Platinum recognition is given to the top five percent of private clubs. Sarasota Yacht Club ranked 14 th in the U.S., up two spots from its previous ranking.
“We are honored to be recognized as one of the finest yacht clubs in the country,” said Sarasota Yacht Club Commodore Tim Clarke. “It reflects the Club’s commitment of excellence to our members, employees and community.”
Platinum status has been the pinnacle of recognition in the private club industry since it was established in 1997 by John R. Sibbald. The panel considered seven areas of excellence as a guideline, including the club’s universal recognition, respected membership, amenities and facilities, exceptional service, governance and fiscal management.
Sarasota Yacht Club was also designated by the Club Leaders Forum as a ‘Platinum Club of the World’ in 2022, one of only 50 private yacht clubs selected internationally.
“Our exemplary staff and outstanding membership make Sarasota Yacht Club a very special place,” said Karen Harmon, Sarasota Yacht Club’s GM/COO. “We are thrilled to be recognized for our efforts.”
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Sarasota Boat Clubs Are Booming
Photography by Allison Forsyth March 5, 2021 Published in the March-April 2021 issue of Sarasota Magazine
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What’s better than spending the day on the water in your boat? How about spending the day on the water in someone else’s boat? That’s the appeal of boat-sharing clubs, which have been doing stupendous business since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Freedom Boat Club , for example, has seen unprecedented growth over the past year. The company, which was founded in Sarasota 30 years ago and has clubs all over the U.S., Canada and Europe, with 37,000 members, grew from 209 locations in 2019 to 253 last year, a 21 percent surge. In the past year, the company booked more than 400,000 boating trips.
“Individuals and their families are attracted to our business and have been calling and visiting us nonstop to see what we are all about,” says Scott Ward, the vice president and general manager of Freedom’s Sarasota locations.
Overall, Freedom owns 3,100 boats, including more than 60 in Sarasota and 50 in Bradenton. Since last March, each of those local boats has been used regularly.
Members call ahead of time to reserve a date, time and type of boat, but, lately, they have been put on a waiting list or have been forced to schedule their trips weeks in advance. Ward says that because of the spike in interest in the club, Freedom is looking for new locations and moving to buy more boats.
The cost of memberships at Freedom varies. There is a base entry fee of $7,000, then, for $389 a month, you can boat as much as you like all year long. Other Freedom plans are less expensive, but may restrict use on holidays and weekends. There are no extra fees, but you do pay for the fuel you use.
Freedom isn’t the only local boat-sharing club. The boating and social club Waves on Siesta Key ($4,900 join-up fee, with monthly fees varying depending on the length of commitment) and the national boating club Suntex , located at Marina Jack (a 12-month membership that includes holidays and weekends is a $3,000 one-time fee, then $375 a month), both offer half- and full-day boat rentals in various locations.
Like Freedom, these clubs offer a variety of boats to choose from, allowing you to select the perfect ride, depending on the day.
Ward attributes Freedom’s growth to the Covid-19 pandemic. Families and friends who have quarantined together can enjoy the sunshine and the water without having to dodge crowds or wear masks. They can also bring their own food and drinks, which lets them avoid indoor settings. The club has taken extra measures to sanitize boats after every trip, including introducing contactless processes to keep members and staff safe.
Boat-sharing is particularly attractive to people who enjoy boating but who don’t want to deal with the hassle of storing and maintaining a vessel. Multiple family packages are available, and separate parties can share the cost of a single membership. Members also receive unlimited complimentary lessons from licensed captains, during which they are taken through classroom and on-the-water training, to make sure they feel confident operating a boat.
According to Ward, the most popular boats at Freedom in Sarasota this year have been pleasure-cruising boats like pontoon and deck boats. Farther south and on the east coast of Florida, offshore center console fishing boats have been requested more frequently.
Ward says that whatever type of adventure you’re seeking, you can expect smooth sailing. “You can be sure to arrive to a clean boat with a full tank of fuel each time,” says Ward. “Whether you are going on a fishing trip with the boys or spending a day tubing and relaxing with the family, a boat will be ready for you.”
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Sarasota's membership clubs offer amazing things to do. My absolute favorite club is the Longboat Key Club , but I also love the Sarasota Yacht Club, Ritz-Carlton Beach Club, and one of our newest clubs, Waterworks.
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Members of the Bird Key Yacht Club can indulge in the best of both worlds with the ultimate land and sea lifestyle. Members enjoy golf privileges at two prestigious Sarasota country clubs: Laurel Oak Country Club and historic Sara Bay Country Club. With a challenging 18-hole course designed by Donald Ross in 1925, Sara Bay offers an unforgettable golfing experience, while Laurel Oak boasts two of the most challenging courses in Sarasota, designed by golf legends Gary Player and Rees Jones.
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Bird Key Yacht Club offers its members exclusive privileges at yacht clubs across the United States as a proud member of the Yachting Club of America. Our members experience the best of what other YCA clubs have to offer, from exciting destinations to top-rated amenities and services, by taking membership with them across the nation.
At Bird Key Yacht Club, our commitment to providing exceptional experiences both on and off the water includes enhancing the benefits for our membership through our YCA affiliation. Discover the benefits of our Yachting Club of America reciprocity program by visiting Bird Key Yacht Club today!
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The Bird Key Yacht Club is a distinguished founding member of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. Our affiliation with FCYC offers our members access to reciprocal benefits at clubs throughout the state of Florida, providing limitless opportunities to explore new destinations and experience exciting adventures.
Our members enjoy the perks of complimentary first night's dockage and access to club activities at FCYC Clubs, with charges conveniently billed through their home Club, Bird Key Yacht Club.
We hold our relationship with the FCYC in high regard, and take pride in preserving its rich history and tradition. As you enter our Club, take a moment to appreciate the beautiful display of burgees from our esteemed fellow FCYC Clubs in the stunning atrium.
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Carlouel Beach & Yacht Club
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Florida Yacht Club
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Sarasota Yacht Club. Located inside Big Pass on Florida's Gulf Coast, sits Sarasota Yacht Club. Our historic, yet modern club facilities include an expansive marina, fitness center, heated pool, resort-style bars, private event venues, and award-winning dining and cuisine. Our engaging, and community-oriented membership enjoys year-round ...
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Information and education to help navigate your way to the shores of the SYC marina from the Intracoastal Waterway in Sarasota Bay or through Big Sarasota Pass. Enjoy access and amenities to a large network of clubs from local to international. Visiting reciprocal club members are politely reminded to please call 941.365.4191 prior to their ...
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Sarasota Yacht Club (SYC) has been in existence since 1907 and was chartered in 1926. The Club currently has about 410 Active members and is ideally situated over the Ringling bridge from downtown Sarasota near upscale shopping at St. Armand's Circle and Longboat Key. SYC has 106 slips housing both power and sailboats. The Club hosts a variety of boating events including monthly cruises ...
Phone: 941-365-4191. Email: [email protected]. Address: 1100 John Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, Florida 34236. Website: https://sarasostayachtclub.org. Sarasota Yacht Club is home to a beautiful campus located right inside Big Pass in Sarasota Bay. Our facilities include a 110-slip marina, fitness center, heated pool, two indoor ...
Organized in 1907 and established in 1926, Sarasota Yacht Club is a Distinguished Elite Club, a Platinum Club of the World, and a Platinum Club of America. ... Sarasota Yacht Club prides itself on exceeding expectations for both members and reciprocal members. City Club. Swimming Pool. Athletic. 1100 John Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL 34236 USA
March 2, 2022 - Sarasota. Sarasota Yacht Club has once again achieved status as a Platinum Club of the World. This prestigious and revered ranking by the Club Leaders Forum Advisory Board has been bestowed to only 50 yacht clubs from 14 countries across the globe, making it widely recognized as the highest honor a club can achieve. "We are ...
Learn About Our Member Clubs. Bird Key Yacht Club. 301 Bird Key Drive. Sarasota, Florida 34236. See More. Bradenton Yacht Club. 4307 13th St. Palmetto, Florida 34221. ... Sarasota Yacht Club. 1100 John Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, Florida 34236. See More. Smyrna Yacht Club. 1201 S. Riverside Drive. New Smyrna Beach, Florida 32168. See More.
About Sarasota Yacht Club. Founded in 1926, Sarasota Yacht Club is one of the original 13 members of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. Totally rebuilt in 2010, SYC is a private year-round yacht club rich in history that is a favorite port of call for reciprocal members from all over the world.
March 10, 2023 - Sarasota. Sarasota Yacht Club announced it has once again been selected as a Platinum Club of America, one of only 30 yacht clubs in the country to earn the distinction from the esteemed Club Leaders Forum. Platinum recognition is given to the top five percent of private clubs. Sarasota Yacht Club ranked 14 th in the U.S., up ...
Membership Privileges. SYC is a legacy member of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. This membership allows SYC members to utilize any of the 36 yacht clubs in the Council, simply use your SYC member number when purchasing food, drinks, overnight slip rentals, or gas. All purchases made at another FCYC location will be charged to your SYC ...
We've had a surge of members bringing their friends.". The club was organized in 1907 on the north end of Siesta Key before moving in 1913 to downtown Sarasota, where it was known as the Sarasota Yacht and Automobile Club until 1917. The current SYC was incorporated in 1926. A new clubhouse was built in 1958 and the current 23,000-square ...
Membership in boat-sharing clubs is soaring thanks to Covid-19. ... The company, which was founded in Sarasota 30 years ago and has clubs all over the U.S., Canada and Europe, with 37,000 members ...
Florida Council of Yacht Clubs (FCYC) is 501 (c)7 not-for-profit organization of 37 not-for profit yacht clubs located within the boundaries of the State of Florida. Site by CeJay Associates, LLC. FCYC Clubs.
By Eric Garwood. | 5:00 a.m. December 19, 2022. Tim Clarke has been a member of Sarasota Yacht Club since 1994. Photo by Eric Garwood. Longboat Key. Neighbors. Timothy Clarke has nothing to do ...
Sarasota's membership clubs offer amazing things to do. My absolute favorite club is the Longboat Key Club, but I also love the Sarasota Yacht Club, Ritz-Carlton Beach Club, and one of our newest clubs, Waterworks.
3,284 Followers, 163 Following, 1,829 Posts - Sarasota Yacht Club (@sarasotayachtclub) on Instagram: "SYC is a private club located on Sarasota Bay offering a level of service only found at a Platinum Club of the World"
Sarasota Yacht Club looks forward to welcoming you whether you are a guest of a member, attending a private event, or visiting us as a member of one of our reciprocal networks. If you are visiting as a reciprocal member please call our Front Desk at 941.365.4191 prior to your visit. Arriving by Land. 1100 John Ringling Blvd Sarasota, FL 34236
Bird Key Yacht Club in Sarasota, a mile or so away from Sarasota Yacht Club, has also been growing. In June 2020, the club reported 270 members. Last month, membership was up to 336, an increase of 24.4%. "Members feel safe in the club," says Scott Brynski, general manager. That feeling is by design.
The Sarasota Yacht Club has a deep commitment to the yachting tradition. Founded in 1926, SYC is one of the original 13 members of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. Members reflect that heritage: they are successful business and professional people from all parts of the United States and Europe.
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