Sailboats racing on Banks Channel

Est. 1853 · Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Sun. Salt. Wind. Waves.

America’s second-oldest yacht club, perched between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway.

34° 12′ N  ·  77° 47′ W

Welcome to CYC

We’re a vibrant sailing and beach-going club steeped in our waters, beaches, and porches. Since 1853 it has been our mission to promote sailing, camaraderie, and fellowship on the water.

Adult sailing on Flying Scots

On the Water

Racing, cruising, Funsails, and Sip & Sails — year-round sailing for every age and skill level, on the ocean and the sound.

420s racing on the sound

Events & Regattas

From club races to national championships, our calendar is full of racing, socials, and traditions dating back 170 years.

The CYC clubhouse

Club Community

Member profiles, fleets, groups, and forums — the porch conversation continues online, wherever you are.

1853

Chartered

2nd

Oldest yacht club in America

12

Months of sailing a year

5–18

Junior sailing ages, open to the public

Junior sailors

Junior Sailing

Raising sailors since 1853

Our junior program and summer camps serve ages 5–18 and are open to the public. US Sailing-certified instructors, more time on the water than on shore, and a focus on sailing, safety, and fun.

Find Us

401 S. Lumina Avenue
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

Hours

Open daily
9:00am – 10:00pm

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