We are home to six classes of sailing fleets for competitive racing of all ages. Throughout the summer, we offer members and their guests racing for all fleets on Saturday and Sunday afternoons (and some weekday evenings) and encourage you to join in the racing or watch from our clubhouse. The GRYC clubhouse and grounds are available to the public and members for event rentals after Labor Day until the Thursday prior to Memorial Day.
Find out more about holding your event at our club.
Find out more about holding your event at our club.
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About
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Established in 1931, the GRYC first operated from the lawn of its commodore, R. Wallace Hook, who lived on the south shore of Reeds Lake. Eleven members and six used C scows comprised the yacht club's first season. In the mid 1930s, the growing success of the club led to Manhattan Beach for more room - to Point Paulo for two seasons - and back to the Manhattan Beach area where a rented cottage served as the clubhouse.
Racing at GRYC
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Active racing fleets include the Opti, Butterfly, Laser, MC Scow, Snipe and Rebel classes. Regular season series races are featured, as well as numerous special regattas and holiday events. Each summer, GRYC offers beginner, intermediate and advanced sailing programs through the Grand Rapids Junior Sailing Association that are open to both the public and yacht club members (they receive a reduced rate).
Social
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The official sailing season for GRYC is Memorial Day through Labor Day, but that doesn't mean we don't have social events throughout the entire year! Enjoy the lawn and beach while watching the weekly summer sailboat races or enjoy the patio on a fall evening tailgate before a local high school football game.
Membership
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There are five active categories of membership: Voting, Intermediate, Social, Junior, and Honorary. All categories (with the exception of Junior Membership) have unlimited access to a great beach on the lake, our beautiful clubhouse, reduced clubhouse rental fees, and numerous social events throughout the year.
Rentals
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The Grand Rapids Yacht Club clubhouse and grounds are available to the public and members for event rentals after Labor Day until the Thursday prior to Memorial Day. Our property and club facilities are a great location for weddings, class reunions, family reunions, proms and organization events!. If you are interested in renting the club, please download and review the rental policies and agreement.
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