Youth Morning Session
2026-06-14 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-06-07 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London)
Spaces are limited to 6 people so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Goals of the Program

Build sailing skills and water confidence
Encourage teamwork and leadership
Foster respect for the marine environment
Prepare youth for club racing or advanced training

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing suitable for water activities – wetsuits or waterproof.
Sunscreen, hat, and water bottle
Change of clothes and towel

Get there quick! Booking will close at end-of-play on the preceding Thursday (this is to ensure we have the correct ratio of trainers/volunteers to participants).
If you are interested in volunteers for the sailing sessions, please let the chief instructor Elliot know this and we can got through training to get you guys up and ready for the session for the future.
To book your place. Click Here.

Club Racing see more...
2026-06-13 13:30 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 13:30 - 17:00
Times of warning signals:
13:35 Dragons
13:45 Sonatas
13:55 Wayfarers
14:05 Squibs

Time on the water session
2026-06-13 09:30 - 12:30
Time on the Water Sailing Session
Timing: 9:30 till 12:30.
Overview
If you are wanting to build your confidence and develop your skill in the sailing world in a safe place, look no further that this.
Experience the thrill of sailing and the serenity of open water in this hands-on session designed for all skill levels. Whether learning the basics or refining advanced techniques, participants will gain confidence on and off the water. building a community with the session getting everyone involved in the sport.
You can use your own boat there will be safety on the water.
Hire the dinghy.
To hire a dinghy it is £10 per a boat.
Session Highlights

Introduction to sailing fundamentals: wind direction, sail control, and boat handling
Safety briefing and essential equipment overview
Guided on-water practice with experienced instructors
Teamwork exercises and navigation challenges
Reflection and debrief session onshore

To book your place please click the link below.
There are a limited spaces, so please get there quick!
Bookings / Availability

Cruiser Class ~ Queenborough Weekend
2026-06-13 08:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00

Friday Night Match Racing
2026-06-12 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-05 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-29 18:30 - 20:30
Every Friday from 29th May to 31st July 2026
First Race 1830
Racing Club Sonata’s
Open to members and visitors
Registration on the night
Members £5 / Visitors £10
Bring your own flotation device

Wed Eve Race Series R3
2026-06-10 18:00 - 20:00

Private Hire – Clubhouse
2026-06-09 09:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-02 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-26 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 13:00
BNI – Networking group – members part of a business or owning a business may benefit from joining this group and promoting themselves, if you would like details please contact the office who will share your details with BNI.

RYA Level 1 Adult Start Sailing (Keelboat)
2026-06-08 09:30 - 2026-06-09 16:30
Course: RYA Level 1 Adult Start Sailing (Keelboat)
Length of course: 2 days
Timings: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Medway Yacht Club, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XB
Who should do this course?
If you are an adult interested in learning to sail with an instructor aboard the dinghy, this course is for you. Medway Yacht Club instruct using the Sonata Keelboat
This course is an introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision.
Pre-course experience: none
Assumed Knowledge: none
Course content: how to sail in all directions, After you have learnt to rig the boat and received an introduction to the boat’s controls, the group will take to the water to experience for the first time under the close supervision of a qualified RYA keelboat instructor.
Ability after course: able to sail in light winds under supervision
Minimum duration: 2-day course
Minimum age: 16
Format: afloat predominantly practical on the water with some classroom elements.
Booking / Availability Click here.

Afternoon Youth Session
2026-06-07 13:30 - 16:30
Overview:
Sunday afternoon youth sessions are designed to build confidence, skills, and enthusiasm for sailing through the RYA Onboard framework safely. These sessions provide structured yet fun learning experiences that encourage progression from beginner to independent sailor.
Sessions run from 1.30 – 4.30pm
Click here to book your place.

Cruiser Class ~ Montgomery Cruise
2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00

Keelboat Regatta
2026-06-06 - 2026-06-07

Cancelled ~ Wed Eve Race Series R2
2026-06-03 08:00 - 17:00

RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2
2026-06-01 09:00 - 2026-06-02 16:30
Course: RYA Powerboat Level 2
Length of course: 2 days
Timings: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Location: Medway Yacht Club, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XB
RYA powerboat courses are primarily for those using small powered craft such as RIBs, dories and sports boats that don’t generally undertake long or offshore passages.
Powerboat Level 2
Pre-course experience None. May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating
Assumed Knowledge None
Course content All you need to know for self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. Course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery plus all the boat driving skills required for basic competence in a powerboat
Ability after course Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft
Minimum duration 2 day course
Minimum age For the Level 2 Powerboat Handling course the minimum age is 12, but a commercial endorsement cannot be obtained until the age of 17
Format: Predominantly practical on the water with some classroom elements.
£265 MYC Member
£345 Non Member
Click here to book / availability

Carvery
2026-05-31 12:00 - 14:30

BINGO Night Friday 29th May - Our Bosun may be calling out your numbers!!
2026-05-29 19:00 - 23:00

Wed Eve Race Series R1
2026-05-27 18:00 - 21:00

RYA Youth Sailing Scheme, Start Sailing Stage 1
2026-05-25 10:00 - 2026-05-26 16:30
Course: RYA Youth Sailing Scheme, Start Sailing Stage 1
Length of course: 2 days
Timings:10:00am – 4:30pm
Location: Medway Yacht Club, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XB
Who should do this course?
If you are a young person (8-16 years old) and interested in having skills to sail in a dinghy in a range of conditions, this course is for you.
Youth Sailing Scheme: Start Sailing Stage 1
Pre-course experience: None
Assumed Knowledge: None
Course content: Launching and recovery, sailing across the wind, turning around, steering and basic parts of the boat
Ability after course Able to sail across the wind, steer and understand the basic principles of sailing
Minimum duration 2-day course
Minimum age 8 years old. (Over 16s may prefer to learn through the National Sailing Scheme). See sailing courses called ‘Levels’.
Format: Afloat predominantly practical on the water with some classroom elements.
Booking / Availability Click here.

Club Racing W/L see more...
2026-05-23 12:25 - 17:00
All racers to be ready down river at 12:25

RYA Powerboat Handling Level 2
2026-05-23 09:00 - 2026-05-24 16:30
06 Apr 2026 @ 9:00 am – 07 Apr 2026 @ 4:30 pm

Course: RYA Powerboat Level 2
Length of course: 2 days
Timings: 9:00am – 4:30pm
Location: Medway Yacht Club, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XB
RYA powerboat courses are primarily for those using small powered craft such as RIBs, dories and sports boats that don’t generally undertake long or offshore passages.
Powerboat Level 2
Pre-course experience None. May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating
Assumed Knowledge None
Course content All you need to know for self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. Course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery plus all the boat driving skills required for basic competence in a powerboat
Ability after course Self-sufficient powerboater in the right conditions, aware of own limitations and those of craft
Minimum duration 2 day course
Minimum age For the Level 2 Powerboat Handling course the minimum age is 12, but a commercial endorsement cannot be obtained until the age of 17
Format: Predominantly practical on the water with some classroom elements.
£265 MYC Member
£345 Non Member
Click here to book / availability

RYA First Aid Course
2026-05-23 09:00 - 17:00
Length of course: 1 day
Timings: 9am – 5pm
Location: Medway Yacht Club, Lower Upnor, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4XB
Who should do this course?
The one-day course covers all the usual first aid subjects, but from a boating perspective. It is
aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross
channel passages. This course is MCA approved and satisfies the requirements for Coastal
Skipper Yachtmaster and Advanced Powerboat certificates of competence and some
commercial work afloat.
So in summary it is useful for anyone who is going on the water. The RYA guidance is that
any powerboat helm and crews are first aid competent. It is also a useful skill if you are a day
sailor.
Booking / available click the following link below.
Click Here.

Youth Morning Session.
2026-05-17 09:30 - 12:30

Cruiser Spring Series R5
2026-05-17 08:00 - 17:00

Club Racing see more..
2026-05-16 14:00 - 17:00
