Phuket Yacht Club

Phuket Yacht Club RYA accredited

Phuket Yacht Club (PYC) has had a long and diverse history in few different locations on the island.

The club has just announced 2020 Multihull Solutions Regatta dates.

Although there are still many global Covid 19 pandemic uncertainties, the club event takes place on 10th – 13th July 2020

In the early days of the 1990’s, the club was founded as Ao Chalong Cruising Yacht Club (ACCYC) by a few ‘yachties’ with a passion for sailing and socializing. Later, the name was changed to Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC) as the club has grew and developed into a hub for sailors and sailing activities in the area.

Recently the club changed its name to Phuket Yacht Club and currently enjoys a fabulous waterfront location in Chalong Bay with a top rated restaurant and bar.

There are over 100 fun loving members as well as plenty of international visitors and new members and guests always welcome.

Phuket Yacht Club Sailing School now is proud to become one of the islands leading training centre for sailing tuition and was recently inspected to become Royal Yachting Association (RYA) recognised training centre.

Phuket Yacht Club RYA accredited in 2016

RYA logo Phuket Yacht Club

Assuming all the RYA standards and guidelines are met Phuket Yacht Club Sailing School will offering RYA courses from 2016 onwards.

RYA is the UK national body for all forms of boating under power and sail, with a training scheme that offers internationally recognised certification to recreational and professional students alike (its like PADI is to scuba diving).

RYA qualifications are known and respected worldwide, this because the RYA constantly work to ensure that highest standards are maintained.

Tasar sailing at Phuket Yacht Club

The training pathways are designed to develop students learning through all levels of progression beginning with basic ‘learn to sail’ programs and seeing you through to more technical and professional sailing as well as keeping you right up to date with safety issues, regulations and emerging trends.

Phuket Yacht Club laser sailing

The RYA has been around for over 130 years but still has a fresh approach, taking into account the dynamic world of boating and carries with it, enforced standards and a reputation of quality.

As of January 1st 2016 PYC Sailing School will be offering RYA training courses in the following disciplines for adults and juniors:

  • Dinghy Sailing,Kids sailing at Phuket Yacht Club
  • Powerboat,
  • Sail Cruising,
  • Racing and Shorebased Courses.

Contact us to discuss how we can help you develop your boating skills whether it be for recreation or professional purposes, www.phuketyachtclub.com or email us:- school@acyc.asia