A great turn out for this week’s JIB with 23 boats on the water. Wind was NW 5-8 knots and warmer, nearly spring-like, conditions. Feva NI weekend training joined in with seven Fevas racing in total. Three tight races with a variety of leaders. In the Toppers, Charlie provided encouragement and tips throughout the races…
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The 2nd Junior icebreaker of 2025 provided cold and calm conditions- 6 to 8 knots from the SSE. The usual format of three races on a windward leeward course consisting of two laps. Hugo Boyd dominated the ILCA fleet with three firsts with Dan and Matthew alternating for second. Several new Feva teams out…
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The best junior double handed dinghy fleet in the UK and Ireland will be landing on the shores of BYC (16th-18th Aug) for 3 days of racing to comprising of 1 day of Sprints , followed by 2 days for the Irish National Title. Sponsored by our local chandlery Bosun Bobs and RS Boats this…
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Social Sailing for Cadets a short summary from one of our own sailors, Louis Smyth
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During May to August we run volunteer-led “Dolphins” sessions on Friday evenings, providing an opportunity for young sailors to enjoy the water and improve their skills2. If you’re interested in sailing, Ballyholme Yacht Club is a great place to be! With 9 Friday nights of BYC Dolphin Cadet sailing completed in 2024 it is time…
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The 2024 Irish topper nationals took place on the 28th of June through to the 30th and saw many competitors of all ages travel from all around Ireland to compete at this event. On Friday the sailors had the opportunity to push their skills as they were faced with some heavy winds along with gusts…
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Each Saturday Morning from the start of May until the end of August is Sharks, a coaching session for cadets with their own boats between the ages of 9 and above holding an RYA Stage 3 or higher. Coaching is led by experience sailors with coaching experience from BYC who are focused on tracking an…
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Improvers is a group set up to do exactly what it says on the tin- help you improve. We have been running over Saturday afternoons and Wednesday evenings at different times in the year. Mike Kimber and Mickey Forbes lead the coaching – this is quality stuff from experienced sailors. We start with a pre-sail…
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