ROYAL TORBAY
YACHT CLUB YEARBOOK 2020
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WELCOME Welcome to the Royal Torbay Yacht Club Yearbook for 2020. Inside you will find details of our Club Racing and Championship sailing programmes for this year, along with lots of useful information for members, prospective members, visitors or those that are looking to make use of our facilities for an event. Last year was significant in the history of the club; we started by winning the RYA Yachts & Yachting Club of the Year Award and then went on to receive international acclaim for hosting a spectacular world championship for the J/70 Class. The forthcoming year sees a slight change in focus, a key element of which is our re-launched Club Racing programme. Starting with the new sailing season in April, increased co-operation with other local clubs will see more participation and competition with all weekend racing taking place on Sunday mornings. Refreshments and catering to meet the needs of sailors coming off the water will be available in the clubhouse afterwards. We continue to invest in the clubhouse and facilities. Our committees are already working on a number of plans to bring further improvements about. Building on our success of recent years, we are always pleased to welcome new members. We are one of the leading yacht clubs in the South West and hope this yearbook has encouraged you to be part of our future success. If you have any questions please do get in touch and we look forward to seeing you in 2020.
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History of the Club Clubhouse and Facilities Memberships Club Racing Club Racing Programme Torbay Royal Regatta Notice of Race Sailing Instructions Course Card Junior Sailing Torbay Youth Sailing Trust Training Other Activities • Ladies Sailing • Cruising • Motorboats • Paddle Boards Social Life Affiliated Clubs Event Hosting Visiting Yachtsmen Events & Championships Championship Dates
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE CLUB seriously, because of the The first record of yacht racing in Torbay is in an war, in 1945 and 1946 advertisement in the Exeter Flying Post of a race to whisky was rationed in be sailed on Monday 11th September 1811. the Club with members Some years later, on 19th August 1863, a meeting being restricted to two of 23 gentlemen under the chairmanship of Sir single or one double Laurence Palk resolved to find premises and per day with no whisky founded a club known as “The Torbay and South being served on Tuesdays Devon Club Company Limited”. They purchased or Fridays! premises on Beacon Terrace, and it is from this In 1948, the XIV Olympiad Sailing Races were beginning that the present Royal Torbay Yacht held in Torbay, the Club subscribing £256 to the Club can trace its origin. expense account and also giving a cocktail party for In 1875, the Torquay Yacht Club was formed, and participants and Committee. the new Club granted an Admiralty Warrant to During the 1950s a bar was built (members fly the defaced Blue Ensign. Later in the year a previously being served by staff in Club rooms), Royal Warrant was granted, with the Club’s name the Festival of Britain Regatta was held, the changing to the Royal Torquay Yacht Club. Club provided a room as an office for the GATT In 1885 the Royal Torquay Yacht Club merged with conference and the Duke of Edinburgh Cup races the Torbay and South Devon Club and changed its were sailed in Torbay. name to the Royal Torbay Yacht Club. The club was In 1961, the Torquay Corinthian Yacht Club merged connected to the telephone exchange and in the with the Royal Torbay Yacht Club and the combined following year, the freehold of the land on which the unit continued to operate under the latter name. Club premises stood was purchased for £650. This brought with it an In 1886, the Club held its first Regatta where the The Royal Torbay Yacht Club is not increased membership and prize money ranged from just a yacht club; it is a way of life for an additional Flag Officer, a £4 to £25 and within two those who enjoy the sea and great second Rear-Commodore. When the Royal Torbay years the prize money had company and it continues to be so Yacht Club celebrated its increased substantially after 150 years centenary in 1963, indicator to between £40 and £60. trials were held during the The club was the recipient regatta, resulting in the selection of club crew Martin of the last ‘Queen’s Cup,’ given by Her Late Majesty Parry, Peter Reade and Colin Harris, who subsequently in 1900, which was won at the club regatta in August finished fourth in the International Dragon class at 1900, by Colonel Bagot’s cutter Creole. the Tokyo Olympic games in 1964. A milestone in the Club’s history was reached in In 1993, it was agreed that the members of Torquay 1932 when ladies were admitted to conditional Rowing Club who had been neighbours in the membership with limited access to certain of the harbourside premises, should also become members Club rooms. of the Club. Arrangements were made to hold the America In 2013 the club was honoured Cup trials in Tor Bay in 1934 and in 1935, six “J” class with the presentation of yachts were racing in Torbay but with the death a Blue Plaque by the of HM King George V in 1936, “J” class racing came Torbay Civic Society to virtually to an end. commemorate the In 1937, an International Coronation Regatta was 150th Anniversary of the held with an entry list of 292 yachts including six 12 Royal Torbay Yacht metres, eight 6 metres and 15 yachts over 75 tons. Club and the 200th During the Second World War, the Club suffered Anniversary of many difficulties including bomb damage. Urgent the Torbay Royal repairs had to be carried out in 1944 on the billiard Regatta. room ceiling which had become dangerous. More
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CLUBHOUSE & FACILITIES Having received an award from the RYA for offering “fantastic facilities” in 2019, our Grade II listed Clubhouse sits proudly above Torquay harbour and continues to offer a warm welcome for members and visitors alike. Our members’ bar and terraced garden with panoramic views across the bay both provide a wonderfully relaxed environment. Generous function, meeting and training rooms (all with easily accessible presentation screens) allow for a wide range of different activities to take place simultaneously. The club restaurant and in-house chef provide high quality catering for club functions as well as sailing championships and external events.
FANTASTIC FACILITIES We have changing facilities providing hot showers, with secure storage available for your valuable items during sailing events. Digital display screens provide up-to-date information such as club activities or race results. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building; coverage will be extended to the garden in the spring.
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MEMBERSHIPS
Whether you are a racing sailor, are looking to start sailing, improve your sailing or just make some new friends, Royal Torbay Yacht Club is just the place for you! Our doors are always open with a friendly welcome to new and prospective members. The club officers and staff will be only too pleased to talk you through the benefits of membership, explain the application process and suggest the most appropriate package for you. If you fancy dropping in, they will give you a tour of our club facilities. Benefits of membership include: • Access to our superb facilities, with the ability to bring your own guests. • Escape the crowds in town and enjoy a quiet drink in our comfortable members' bar while enjoying the view across the bay. • Opportunities to learn new skills and get involved in club events and major sailing championships. • Discounts on our extensive range of RYA training courses, from practical on-the-water sailing and powerboat training to classroom-based navigation marine radio courses and more. • Low cost access to a fleet of dinghies (suitable for both adults and juniors). • Stand-up paddle boarding activities, including training and inexpensive paddle board hire from our base at Beacon Cove. • An extensive social programme including dinners, talks and parties. • Exclusive discounts for yacht club members. • Free winter membership of Torquay Tennis Club (upon application).
For more information on joining Royal Torbay Yacht Club visit our website at rtyc.org/joinus where you can find information on membership fees and download an application form.
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CLUB RACING The Royal Torbay Yacht Club offers some of the most extensive, competitive and well managed club racing to be found in the South West. The club has a strong racing focus and is keen to attract new sailors and boats to join our regular racing programme running from April through to New Year’s Day.
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The club racing programme for 2020 offers a whole range of new and exciting opportunities with more races scheduled, all weekend racing now on Sunday mornings, closer co-operation with other local clubs and a new 20 race series for Junior Sailors – read on for more details.
We offer a range of racing IRC Yachts, Cruisers, Sportsboats, SB20s, PY Dinghies and Junior Classes. There are many opportunities to get out on the water and go racing with many boats always looking to encourage new crew. The club continually seeks to develop its existing classes and introduce new classes where they complement existing fleets. The popular Wednesday Evening series for all classes continues in the same format with 24 races over 4 series plus a Crews Race (June 24th) scheduled. New This Year for PY Dinghies - all weekend racing takes place on Sunday mornings and by joining up with Paignton Sailing Club everyone can look forward to keen competitive racing and in greater numbers. There are six series with each club running two series and two series shared; full details can be found in the sailing programme. A total of 66 races are scheduled with both combined and individual club results being produced for each series. It is intended that PY Dinghy racing takes place in the bay equidistant from both harbours whenever possible and conditions permitting. A Royal Torbay Yacht Club RIB will accompany dinghies where races are organised by Paignton Sailing Club. All combined racing will be governed by the respective club's NOR and SIs and whilst every effort will be made to ensure a common approach, sailors are advised to familiarise themselves with each club’s publications available from their websites. There are also great opportunities (and at no extra ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
cost) for members to join in the three Paignton Sailing Club one-off races, all detailed in the club racing programme. Also featured are two Sailing South West events, the Torbay Tornado on March 21st and the 2.5hrs Pursuit Race on December 6th at Paignton. These two events are subject to separate entry fees as are POSH and the two club regattas. All clubs in the bay have agreed to encourage participation in the three regattas POSH May 9th – 10, Brixham Dinghy Regatta July 10th – 12th and our own Torbay Royal Regatta August 21st – 23rd. Junior Classes continue to race as part of the Wednesday Evening series and we look forward to seeing increasing participation during the year as they gain both experience and confidence. Sportsboat weekend racing takes place on Sunday mornings, all racing organised by the Royal Torbay Yacht Club with 6 series and a total of 62 races scheduled plus Sprint Races. IRC Racing takes place on Sunday mornings from April to December. In addition to regular club racing the IRC & CRUISERS (SWYTCS) participate in a number of coastal races during the year joining with other local clubs for the Combined Clubs Coastal Series of 5 races; dates are included in the club programme. These include our own “Smugglers Run” to Teignmouth and weekend races to Plymouth, Salcombe and Dartmouth, NOR and SIs are available from the website of the organising clubs. Offshore Week, July 3rd to 11th is a popular and sociable sailing week for both IRC and Cruiser classes, where the fleet is joined by boats from other local clubs. Racing includes the Channel Race to St Peter Port and other races around the Channel Islands and the ports of Brittany and Normandy. Building on the success of the 2019 event the Paddleboard Regatta 2020 takes place on Saturday 25th July. Paddleboarding continues to grow in popularity and we are looking forward to even greater participation from our new Paddleboard base in Beacon Cove. The Torbay Royal Regatta 2020 takes place over the weekend of August 21st – 23rd with racing for all classes on three courses in the Bay, great socials and family fun. Full details on Page 17 of this book. The culmination of all club racing will be the prizegiving evenings with the Squadron 13 event on Saturday 10th October and the Annual Club Prizegiving dinner on Friday 20th November for all classes and the presentation of the much coveted Champion of Champions Trophy.
Detailed information on all club racing can be found in the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions on Pages 18 – 27 of this yearbook and on the club website rtyc.org/racingdocuments/.
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2020 CLUB RACING PROGRAMME WEDNESDAY NIGHT RACING All classes, racing run by Royal Torbay Yacht Club Spring Points – 6 Races April 1 • 8 • 15 • 22 • 29 May 6 Early Summer Points – 6 races May 13 • 20 • 27 June 3 • 10 • 17 CREWS RACE June 24 Mid - Summer Points – 6 Races July 1 • 8 • 15 • 22 • 29 August 5 Late Summer Points – 6 Races August 12 • 19 • 26 September 2 • 9 • 16
SUNDAY RACING and other SPECIAL EVENTS for PY DINGHIES Royal Torbay Yacht Club & Paignton Sailing Club combined racing Torbay Tornado at Royal Torbay Yacht Club March 21 Prince of Wales at Paignton Sailing Club March 29 Spring Points – 10 Races at Royal Torbay Yacht Club April 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 May 3 Paignton Open for Single Handed Dinghies (POSH) May 9 • 10 Paignton Round the Bay Race May 16 Early Summer Points – 12 Races at Royal Torbay Yacht Club and Paignton Sailing Club May 17 (at RTYC), May 24 • 31 June 14 • 21 • 28 (all at PSC) Brixham Dinghy Regatta July 11 • 12 Mid - Summer Points – 12 Races at Royal Torbay Yacht Club and Paignton Sailing Club July 5 • 19 at RTYC July 26, August 2 • 9 • 16 at PSC August 21 - 23 Torbay Royal Regatta Torbay Royal Regatta August 21 • 23 ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
Late - Summer Points – 10 Races at Royal Torbay Yacht Club and Paignton Sailing Club September 6 at RTYC September 13 • 20 at PSC September 27 at RTYC October 4 at RTYC Commodore's Race at Paignton Sailing Club October 10 Autumn Points – 10 Races at Royal Torbay Yacht Club October 11 • 18 • 25 November 1 • 8 Winter Points – 12 Races at Paignton Sailing Club November 15 • 22 • 29 December 13 • 20 • 26 Sailing SW Winter Series 2 ½ hr Pursuit Race at Paignton Sailing Club December 6 New Year's Day Race at Paignton Sailing Club January 1 2021
SUNDAY RACING SPORTSBOATS All racing run by Royal Torbay Yacht Club Spring Points – 10 Races April 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 May 3 Sprints – Up to 5 Races June 7 Early Summer Points – 10 Races May 10 • 17 • 31 June 14 • 28 Mid - Summer Points – 10 Races July 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 August 9 Torbay Royal Regatta August 21 • 23 Late-Summer Points – 10 Races August 16 September 6 • 20 • 27 Oct 4 Autumn Points – 10 Races October 11 • 18 • 25 November 1 • 8 Winter Points – 12 Races November 15 • 22 • 29 December 6 • 13 • 20 New Year's Day Race at Royal Torbay Yacht Club January 1 2021
JUNIOR CLASSES (Squadron 13) All racing run by Royal Torbay Yacht Club Saturday afternoon series – up to 20 races January 18 February 8 March 14 • 28 April 25 May 30 June 27 July 4 • 18 August 15 15
SUNDAY RACING IRC CLASSES All racing run by Royal Torbay Yacht Club Spring Points – 5 Races April 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 May 3 Smugglers Run (RTYC) – IRC and SWYTC May 10 Gallon of Rum (RDYC) – IRC and SWYTC May 17 Early Summer Points – 6 Races May 17 • 24 • 31 June 14 • 21 • 28 Brixham – Salcombe Race (BYC) – IRC and SWYTC July 4 Dart – Plymouth Race (RDYC) – IRC and SWYTC August 8 Brixham Yacht Regatta July 31 August 1 • 2
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Mid - Summer Points – 6 Races July 5 • 12 • 19 • 26 August 2 • 9 Torbay Royal Regatta August 21 • 23 Exe Buoy Race (BYC) - IRC and SWYTC September 25 (Friday) Late - Summer Points – 5 Races August 16 September 6 • 13 • 20 • 27 Autumn Points – 6 Races October 4 • 11 • 18 • 25 November 1 • 8 Winter Points – 6 Races November 15 • 22 • 29 December 6 • 13 • 20 New Year's Day Race at Royal Torbay Yacht Club (SWYTC) January 1 2021
TORBAY ROYAL REGATTA
August 21st – 23rd
One of the premier sailing regattas in the South West, this year sees the introduction of new initiatives to encourage diversity and increased participation. We look forward to welcoming competitors from near and far. The regatta will be run on three separate courses with competitive racing for IRC Yachts, Cruisers, Sportsboats, Asymmetric /Non-Asymmetric PY Dinghies, and Junior Classes. There will be racing for all classes on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd followed by a Gala prizegiving on the Sunday evening. This year sees the return of the Spinlock IRC South West Championship to Torbay as part of the Regatta. Ladies sailing will be recognised with prizes in all classes to encourage greater female participation and in the IRC class the highest overall boat with a predominately female crew will be awarded the prestigeous Addison Gold Cup (see NOR for full details).
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We welcome enquiries from classes interested in staging their Regional or National Championships as part of this prestigious event.
Short-handed sailing has increased in popularity over recent years and prizes will be awarded to the highest place double handed IRC boat. New this year on the Friday evening will see the introduction of fun races for all, followed by the Commodore’s Welcome Party in the Corinthian Room at the Royal Torbay Yacht Club. On Saturday evening you will be able to enjoy the renowned hospitality of the Royal Torbay Yacht Club, it is sure to have a great party atmosphere with music; entertainment and good company. Torbay Royal Regatta is a real family occasion with racing for all ages, offering free berthing and boat parking, with quick and easy access to some of the finest sailing waters in the world. It is a great value regatta. Car parking is just above the harbour and opposite the Clubhouse, both are close to Torquay town centre. There is a wide choice of accommodation within walking distance.
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NOTICE OF RACE The organising authority is the Royal Torbay Yacht Club (RTYC). This Notice of Race covers all Club Racing except the Channel Race, Offshore Week and Torbay Royal Regatta which will be covered by a separate Notice of Race. 1 Rules 1.1 Racing will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing 20172020 including Royal Yachting Association (RYA) prescriptions. 1.2 Competitors should note that the Organising Authority implements the RYA Racing Charter and that they will be expected to sail in compliance with it. The charter can be found in the front of the RYA edition of the Racing Rules of Sailing or on the RYA website rya.org.uk/racing/charter. . 1.3 The Equipment Rules of Sailing to the extent they apply. 1.4 The applicable class or/and handicap system rules, including for IRC boats IRC Rule 2020, Parts A, B and C, but excluding rules 21.1.5(d) and (e) and rule 22.4. https://ircrating.org/irc-rule/ 1.5 Torbay Harbour Bye-Laws. 2 Advertising 2.1 Boats may be required to display advertising chosen and supplied by the organizing authority. They shall display such material as instructed. 3 Eligibility and Entry 3.1 The race programme is open to all boats of the following classes or handicap divisions. 3.1.1 IRC Boats holding a valid IRC Certificate and a minimum SSS number of 8. (IRC classes 1 & 2). 3.1.2 Sportsboat Handicap Class- For boats with a minimum hull length of 5.0m, an asymmetric rig and a maximum hull length of 10.1m. 3.1.3 SB20 Class - One Design class. 3.1.4 Cruiser Class - includes all keel boats, which do not have a valid IRC certificate, a Portsmouth Yardstick Dinghy handicap or are rated as Sportboats. This class applies only to the Smugglers Run, Combined Club Races and all boats competing in New Year’s Day Races. 3.1.5 PY Dinghy Handicap class - Dinghies with a Portsmouth Yardstick Handicap Number. 3.1.6 Junior Handicap classes - Dinghies with a Portsmouth Yardstick Handicap Number of 1175 to 1249 (Fast) and 1250 and above (Sports), sailed by Junior crews who are under the age of 18 on 1st January 2020. 3.1.7 The Organising Authority may, at their discretion, add additional classes and allocate ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
divisions of the above classes according to handicap rating and as designated in the Sailing Instructions. Class starts may be shared. 3.1.8 The handicap split for IRC Classes will be published by Sunday 22nd March 2020 on the club website and displayed on the Official Notice Board. 3.2 A boat entering the SB20 one design class will be automatically entered in the Sportsboat handicap class. No additional entry fee is required. 3.3 Eligible boats may enter by completing the entry form online https://rtyc.org/racingdocuments/ 3.4 An entrant who changes a sail number, boat or hull or substantive change that may affect the racing, must notify the Organising Authority in writing by completing a new entry online, no additional fee will be payable. 3.5 Named helms are required to be declared for each Junior Handicap Class series (see 9.9 – Scoring). 3.6 To score series points the helm of the entered boat (except visitors) in at least 75% of the races must be a Full Member of the RTYC. 3.7 By entering the 2020 Club Racing programme covered by this Notice of Race, all entrants agree to be placed on the Dutyman Roster. For Juniors, the person signing the parental consent form assumes the duty obligations. If the entrant is unable to undertake their duty they may pass this duty to one of their crew, as long as the allocated person is suitably qualified for the role. 4 Fees 4.1 Entry fees for the full programme of races shall be as follows:Junior classes £40.00 All senior classes £75.00 Helms under 18 on 1st January 2020 £40 4.2 Entry fees for a single race will be £10 (£5 Juniors) or single series of races will be £20 (£10 Juniors), Juniors who are not Squadron 13 members will be required to pay £10 for each race. There will be no entry fee for Bill's Goblet, New Year's Day Race and The Smugglers Run Race. 4.3 Non-Members wishing to race the whole programme will be subject to a 50% surcharge on entry fees described above. 4.4 Entries must be received by the Club no later than 1200 on Friday before a Sunday race and 1200 on Wednesday before a Wednesday race. 5 Programme 5.1 The Club Racing Programme 2020 is available on the club website www.rtyc.org/racing-documents or in the 2020 yearbook available from the Club. 5.2 Races for the IRC, Sportsboat, SB20 and PY Dinghy handicap classes will be on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings, and for Junior
handicap classes on Wednesday evenings. 5.3 Coached Racing for Junior handicap classes will take place on Saturday afternoon as per the Squadron 13 sailing programme. 5.4 The first warning signal for the programme will be 1815 on Wednesday, 1st April 2020. The scheduled series will be as follows: 5.5 All Classes Spring Wednesday Series 6 races Early Summer Wednesday Series 6 races Mid-Summer Wednesday Series 6 races Late Summer Wednesday Series 6 races IRC Classes Spring Sunday Series 5 races Early Summer Sunday Series 6 races Mid Summer Sunday Series 6 races Late Summer Sunday Series 5 races Autumn Sunday Series 6 races Winter Sunday Series 6 races Sportsboat Handicap Class and SB20 One Design Class Spring Sunday Series up to 10 races Early Summer Sunday Series up to 10 races Mid Summer Sunday Series up to 10 races Late Summer Sunday Series up to 10 races Autumn Sunday Series up to 10 races Winter Sunday Series up to 12 races Sprints Series up to 5 races PY Dinghies and Junior Handicap Classes Spring Sunday Series up to 10 races Early Summer Sunday Series up to 12 races Mid Summer Sunday Series up to 12 races Late Summer Sunday Series up to 10 races Autumn Sunday Series up to 10 races Winter Sunday Series up to 12 races 6 Measurement 6.1 A valid measurement or rating certificate shall be held at all times by each boat for the class for which she is entered. 6.2 Rating certificates for IRC may be changed during any series of races. Any change of rating from that declared on the entry form must be notified to the Club not less than 24 hours before the scheduled warning signal of the next race of the series for which a change is required. 6.3 The South West Yacht Time Correction System may be used by boats who do not hold a valid IRC certificate for the Smugglers Run, Combined Club Races and for all boats competing in New Year’s Day races. Details on how to apply for this free certificate will be posted on https://rtyc.org/ racing-documents/ 6.4 Handicaps for all classes other than IRC and Cruiser classes will be allocated according to available published information and may be adjusted at the discretion of the Organising Authority.
7 Sailing Instructions 7.1 Sailing Instructions will be available on the club website at https://rtyc.org/racingdocuments/ and included in the club year book and available from the Club by noon on the 28th February 2020. 8 Courses 8.1 Courses will be fully described in the Sailing Instructions. 9 Scoring 9.1 The Low Point System of Appendix A will apply. 9.2 To constitute a series, a minimum of 2 boats must have entered the Class and at least 66% of the series races must have been contested by any 2 boats. 9.3 Rules A4.2 and A9 are changed to provide that a boat that does not come to the starting area (DNC) shall be scored number of starters plus four points more than the number of competitors starting in a race. Any other result will be scored per the Low Point System. 9.4 Any boat that enters after a series has commenced will score the number of starters, plus four points for each race in which she did not compete. 9.5 Each boat's series score will be the total of her race scores with her worst score discarded if four or more races have been completed. If six races are completed in any series, the worst two scores are discarded. If 9 races are completed in any series the worst three scores are discarded. 9.6 All corrected times for handicap classes will be rounded to the nearest second to determine finishing place. 9.7 Any competitor who does not compete in a race(s) to help with the race organisation, of any Club event, will be awarded Series Average Points (SAP), excluding Discards. Those wishing to claim should fill in the form provided online at http://rtyc. org/racing-documents/ and hand it in to the Club Office. This should be done on the day, or within seven days of the race. 9.8 Boats will only be scored for a Junior Handicap Class series if there is a nominated helm and unless a helm is nominated the boat cannot be considered for a series prize. 9.9 An entrant, who changes their boat or hull during the season, and within the same class, may count the old boat scores or hull scores, together with the new boat or hull scores, towards the Class Championship. Individual Series Points are not cumulative. 9.10 Any one design class with five or more entries will be scored separately within overall handicap classes. 19
10 Personal Buoyancy 10.1 All competitors in PY Dinghy, Sportsboat handicap and SB20 One Design classes and all helms or crews under the age of 18 on 1st January 2020, shall wear personal flotation devices at all times whilst afloat. Flag Y will not be displayed. This changes RRS 27.1, Part 4 preamble, RRS 40 and Race Signal Y. 11 Manual Power – IRC and Cruiser Class 11.1 Rule 52 and RRS B5 do not apply and the use of automatic pilots, whether electronic or otherwise, are allowed. 11.2 Boats using stored power for the adjustment or operation of running rigging (e.g. backstays, runners, checkstays, sheets, guys etc.), but excluding the hoisting, reefing or furling of sails, shall declare this to the RTYC sailing committee at time of entry. 12 Safety 12.1 All IRC and Cruiser class entrants shall comply with their own Class and Handicap system safety rules in addition to the following: 12.1.1 VHF Radio. Boats shall carry either a fixed or portable working VHF radio capable of receiving and transmitting on Channel 14, 16, 72 and 77. 12.1.2 Fire Extinguisher. Boats carrying engine or cooking fuel shall carry a suitable fire extinguisher and a stout bucket of 9 litres minimum capacity attached to a lanyard. 12.1.3 Personal Buoyancy. Boats shall carry personal buoyancy for each crew member at least sufficient to comply with RRS 40. It is recommended that personal buoyancy is worn by all crew members at all times whilst racing. 12.1.4 Man Overboard. Boats shall also carry a rescue quoit, or throw bag, with at least 15m of floating line and, at least, one lifebuoy or life sling. 12.1.5 First Aid. Boats shall carry a suitable waterproof first aid pack with instructions. 12.1.6 Anchor. Boats shall carry a suitable anchor and a minimum of 50m warp to hold the boat in 15m depth of water. 12.1.7 Compass. Boats shall carry a suitable compass – handheld acceptable. 12.1.8 Equipment. Fittings and engines shall be securely fastened. 12.1.9 Propulsion. A means of propulsion, other than the boats sails, is to be provided. 12.2 All Sportsboat Handicap and SB20 One Design class entrants shall comply with their own Class Rules and in addition carry the following safety equipment: 12.2.1 VHF Radio. Boats shall carry either a fixed or portable working VHF radio capable of receiving and transmitting on Channel 14, 16, 72 and 77. 12.2.2 Compass. Boats shall carry a suitable compass – handheld acceptable. ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
12.2.3 First Aid. Boats shall carry a suitable waterproof first aid pack with instructions. 12.3 The crew of all dinghies and Sportsboats shall wear clothing and safety equipment (including harnesses) in the manner intended by the manufacturer. 12.4 Long hair shall be restrained to avoid any risk of entanglement with equipment. 13 Radio Communication 13.1 Except in an emergency, a boat that is racing shall not make voice or data transmissions and shall not receive voice or data communication that is not available to all boats. 14 RYA Arbitration and RYA Rule Disputes Procedures 14.1 The Post Race Penalty and the Advisory Hearing and RYA Arbitration of the RYA Rules Disputes procedures shall apply (for information of the procedures, go to www.rya.org.uk/go/ rulesdisputes ). The outcome of an RYA Arbitration can be referred to a protest committee, but an arbitration cannot be reopened or appealed. 15 Rights to use name and likeness 15.1 Competitors automatically grant to the Organising Authority, without payment, the right in perpetuity to make, use and show motion pictures, still pictures and live, taped of filmed television of or relating to the Club Racing Programme. 16 Privacy Statement 16.1 The personal information you provide to the organising authority will be used to facilitate your participation in the event. If you have agreed to be bound by the Racing Rules of Sailing and the other rules that govern the event (the rules), the legal basis for processing that personal information is contract. If you are not bound by the rules, the legal basis for processing that personal information is legitimate interest. Your personal information will be stored and used in accordance with the organising authority’s privacy policy. When required by the rules, personal information may be shared with the RYA and/or World Sailing. The results of the event and the outcome of any hearing or appeal may be published. RTYC Privacy Policy can be found at https://rtyc.org/privacy 17 Prizes 17.1 Except where stated in the Sailing Instructions, trophies will only be awarded to members of RTYC. 17.2 Prizes and trophies will be awarded for each class, together with special races and Club perpetual award trophies 17.3 Class Champion trophies will be awarded to the boat with the best overall results adding up the points achieved in each series, excluding the Winter Series. 17.4 The Wilkinson-Cox Trophy for the Club
"Champion of Champions" will be awarded to a Class Champion based on the following: 17.4.1 A Class Champion who has been awarded the Trophy in the previous two years for their current or any other Class is not eligible to receive the Trophy. 17.4.2 All Club Series, except the Winter Series, are included in this calculation. 17.4.3 Add up the points (points) that each of the Class Champions have achieved in races in which they were not DNC. 17.4.4 Add up the number of races (races) in which points were achieved. 17.4.5 Any Class Champion who has races of less than 25 is not eligible to receive the Trophy. The sailing committee may, at a formally convened meeting, decide to remove this restriction for a class or classes in the event of special circumstances. 17.4.6 Find the largest number of races (mraces) any Class Champion has sailed. 17.4.7 Calculate the average number of boats that sailed in each of the fleet's races throughout the Club racing (aveboats). 17.4.8 Find the largest number of aveboats in any fleet (maveboats). 17.4.9 Perform the following calculation for each Class Champion to create comparable scores Performance = points x mraces x maveboats/(races x aveboats). 17.4.10 The Trophy is awarded to the Class Champion with the lowest Performance score. 18 Risk Statement Rule 4 of the Racing Rules of Sailing states “The responsibility for a boat’s decision to participate in a race or to continue racing is hers alone.” Sailing is by its nature an unpredictable sport and therefore involves an element of risk. By taking part in the event, each competitor agrees and acknowledges that: 18.1 They are aware of the inherent element of risk involved in the sport and accept responsibility for the exposure of themselves, their crew and their boat to such inherent risk whilst taking part in the event; 18.2 They are responsible for the safety of themselves, their crew, their boat and their other property whether afloat or ashore; 18.3 They accept responsibility for any injury, damage or loss to the extent caused by their own actions or omissions; 18.4 Their boat is in good order, equipped to sail in the event and they are fit to participate; 18.5 The provision of a race management team, patrol boats, umpires and other officials and volunteers by the organiser does not relieve them of their own responsibilities; 18.6 The provision of safety boat cover is limited to such assistance, particularly in extreme
weather conditions, as can be practically provided in the circumstances; 18.7 It is their responsibility to familiarise themselves with any risks specific to this venue or this event drawn to their attention in any rules and information produced for the venue or event and to attend any safety briefing held at the venue; 18.8 They are responsible for ensuring that their boat is equipped and seaworthy so as to be able to face extremes of weather; that there is a crew sufficient in number, experience and fitness to withstand such weather; and that the safety equipment is properly maintained, stowed and in date and is familiar to the crew. 18.9 Inspections. The fact that the race committee conducts inspections of a boat does not reduce the responsibilities of each competitor set out in this Notice of Race. 19 Insurance 19.1 Each participating boat shall be insured boat is required to be insured with valid thirdparty liability insurance with a minimum cover of £3,000,000 per incident or the equivalent. 20 Further Information Please contact Royal Torbay Yacht Club 12 Beacon Terrace Torquay TQ1 2BH 01803 292006 sailing@rtyc.org or manager@rtyc.org rtyc.org/racing-documents/
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SAILING INSTRUCTIONS The organising authority is the Royal Torbay Yacht Club (RTYC) These Sailing Instructions do not include the Channel Race, Offshore Week and Torbay Royal Regatta which will be covered by separate Sailing Instructions. 1 Rules 1.1 Racing will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing 2017-2020. 1.2 The prescriptions of the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) apply. 1.3 Competitors should note that the Organising Authority implements the RYA Racing Charter and that they will be expected to sail in compliance with it. The charter can be found in the front of the RYA edition of the Racing Rules of Sailing or on the RYA website rya.org.uk/racing/charter. 1.4 The Equipment Rules of Sailing to the extent they apply. 1.5 The applicable class or/and handicap system rules, including for IRC boats IRC Rule 2020, Parts A, B and C, but excluding rules 21.1.5(d) and (e) and rule 22.4. https://ircrating.org/technical-a-certification/ rule-a-definitions 1.6 Torbay Harbour Bye Laws apply. 2 Entries 2.1 Entries and eligibility are to be in accordance with the Notice of Race. 2.2 An exception is the Crews Race where eligibility shall be further limited to boats helmed by a crew member who has crewed in not less than 50% of the races that the boat which they are going to helm has competed in during 2020. Crews are not eligible if they have previously helmed in more than 30% of the races that the boat has competed in during 2020. This race is a stand-alone race and does not count towards a series. 3 Notices to Competitors 3.1 Notices to competitors will be posted on the Notice Board located in RTYC Clubhouse and at https://rtyc.org/racing-documents/ 4 Changes to Sailing Instructions 4.1 Any changes to Sailing Instructions will be posted at least 24 hours before the first race affected by the change. IC Flag "L" will be displayed ashore or on the committee boat before the warning signal of the first race for each class to which the change in Sailing Instructions applies. 5 Signals made Ashore 5.1 Signals made ashore will be displayed from the flagpole at the base of Haldon Pier. ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
6 Schedule of Races 6.1 Races are scheduled in the Club Racing Programme 2020 available at https://rtyc.org/racingdocuments/ and in the 2020 yearbook available from the club office. 7 Schedule times of Warning Signals, Class Flags and Time Limits for Series Racing 7.1 Sunday Series Racing IRC Class 1
0955
Numeral Pennant 1
IRC Class 2
1000
Numeral Pennant 2
1005
Numeral Pennant 3
1010
Numeral Pennant 4
Sportsboat handicap and SB20 classes PY Dinghy handicap class
When two or more races are sailed the warning signal for the next race will be displayed as soon as possible after the finish of the previous race. Time Limit for Sportsboats and PY Dinghies and Juniors Classes 1 hour for each race 7.2 Saturday Junior Racing (Squadron 13) 1300 January to March 1400 April to September Time Limit 45 minutes Numeral Pennant 5 (Fast) & 6 (Sports) 7.3
Wednesday Evening Series Racing
IRC Class 1
0955
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IRC Class 2
1820
Numeral Pennant 2
1825
Numeral Pennant 3
PY Dinghy handicap class
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Junior handicap Classes
1830
Numeral Pennant 5
Sportsboat handicap & SB20 One Design Classes
Time limit 2000. In September all times will be 15 minutes earlier. 8 Special Races 8.1 Pursuit Race for Bill's Goblet - Start Times and Time Limits. Note: Entrants will be handicapped by variation in starting times. A list of starting times will be posted
on the RTYC Official Notice Board by noon on Sunday before. Additional copies will be available to competitors in the Clubhouse. There is no entry fee for this race, but a collection will be made in aid of the RNLI after racing. 1425 Red or Green flag with sound signal (warning signal). 1426 Flag P with sound signal. 1429 P flag lowered. 1430 Red or Green momentarily dipped and sound signal. Thereafter 30 seconds before the next whole minute the appropriate handicap start time will be displayed on boards on the Committee Boat and removed at the exact time (for example a handicap start time of 1453 – "53" on boards will be displayed for 30 seconds and at the actual start time the "3" will be removed). There will be no recalls and premature starters will be penalised by 5 minutes for every minute or part of a minute by which they start early. Note: It is intended that race length shall reflect the median handicap boat sailing approximately 100 minutes. The Committee Boat will display flag "S" with two sound signals to signify that the finishing line has been set. 8.2 The Smugglers Run - This race is for cruisers with an IRC rating or SWYTCS Certificate. Qualifying boats will start as one class with warning signal (Numeral Pennant 1) at 0955. Starting procedure will be as clause 12 of Sailing Instructions. The course will be from the start to a mark,
identified by VHF Channel 72, from the committee boat, together with whether it is to be left to port or starboard. Then to RTYC mark 3 (leave to port), then to the Teignmouth Sewer Outfall mark (approx. 50°31.97'N, 3°27.76'W), (leave to port), then to RTYC mark 2 (leave to starboard) and then to the finish line between the RTYC flag pole at the base of Haldon Pier and outer distance mark Green. (approx. 50°27.29'N, 3°31.72'W). All boats will be required to take their own finishing time and advise this time by email to sailing@rtyc.org within 24 hours of the start of the race. Time Limit 5 hours. 8.3 New Year's Day Race – Scheduled time of Warning Signal, Class Flag and Time Limit. Cruisers - SWYTCS Certificate required
1055
Numeral Pennant 1
Time Limit 2 hours For all boats, there is no separate IRC Class All other classes
1100
Numeral Pennant 5
Time Limit 2 hour 9 Race Area 9.1 The racing area will normally be in Tor Bay as shown in Appendix 1 Course Card 2020. Exceptions may occur for coastal races for IRC and Cruiser Classes. 10 Courses and Marks 10.1 Details of marks for can be found in Appendix 1 Course Card 2020.
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10.2 The mark number, or letter, will be displayed on a board on the committee boat in the order in which they are to be rounded or passed. 10.3 IRC, Cruiser and Sportsboat Classes: These courses may be broadcast on VHF Channel 72. 10.4 Junior handicap class may receive verbal instructions from an attendant safety boat. This changes SI’s 10.2, 10.6, 10.7 and Rule 41 Outside Help. 10.5 The first leg of the course is an intended windward leg for Committee Boat starts. 10.6 A Red flag displayed on the committee boat will signify that all marks are to be left to PORT. A Green flag will signify that all marks are to be left to STARBOARD. If neither Red nor Green flags are displayed, the marks to be rounded will be shown on a course board with a (P) or (S) to signify that they are to be left to Port or Starboard. 10.7 The number of laps to be sailed will be displayed on a board on the committee boat. The course may be shortened for any reason at the discretion of the Race Committee. This changes RRS rule 32.1. 10.8 Course instructions for fixed line starts will be broadcast on VHF Channel 72. 11 Areas that are Obstructions 11.1 The entirety of the Scallop Nursery beds, forming an imaginary box including the yellow beds marker buoys (flashing Y.2.5s) approximately 0.5nm south of Thatcher Rock, are an obstruction. This obstruction can be passed on any side. The coordinates that make up the corners of the bed are: 50º26.700’N 03º29.690’W 50º26.865’N 03º29.690’W 50º26.865’N 03º29.170’W 50º26.700’N 03º29.170’W 12 The Start 12.1 Races shall be started by using RRS 26 with the warning signal made 5 minutes before the starting signal. Times shall be taken from the visual signals; absence of a sound signal shall be disregarded. The warning signal for each succeeding start shall be made with the starting signal of the preceding class. 12.2 If an Orange Flag is displayed from the RTYC Flag Pole at the base of Haldon Pier 30 minutes before first warning signal of the day, the start will be from Haldon Pier. The starting line will be between the pole at Haldon Pier displaying an Orange flag and outer distance mark R or G as broadcast on VHF Channel 72. 12.3 When the committee boat is afloat, the Starting Line will be between the mast on the committee boat displaying an Orange flag and a nearby mark or a white danbuoy with an Orange flag (Mark A). 12.4 The committee boat may be positioned at either end of the starting line at the discretion of the Race Committee. ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB • 01803 292006 • rtyc.org
12.5 Boats whose preparatory signal has not been made shall keep clear of the starting area and of all boats whose preparatory signal has been made. 12.6 A boat shall not start later than 4 minutes after her starting signal. 13 Change of Course after the Start 13.1 To change the next leg of the course, the Race Committee will signal a change of course by displaying Flag C with the class flag(s) for the classes affected by the change, accompanied by repetitive sound signals. If no class flag(s) is displayed the change of course will apply to all classes. The new course to be sailed will be displayed on the board on the committee boat indicating the marks to be rounded and the order in which they are to be passed and whether they are to be left to port or starboard. No compass bearing of the next leg or +/- will be displayed. The change of course will also be broadcast on VHF Channel 72. This changes Rule 33. 14 The Finish 14.1 The finishing line will be between the mast on the committee boat displaying an Orange flag and a mark of the course or between a pole on Haldon Pier displaying an Orange flag and an outer distance mark R or G as appropriate to course indicated. Boats may be asked to self-time their finish. If doing so, they should record time of finish and time of boats in front and behind if practicable. This information shall be emailed to sailing@rtyc. org within 24 hours of the start of the race. 15 Alternative Penalties 15.1 For the Sports Boat handicap and SB20 One Design classes RRS 44.1 is changed so that the Two-Turns Penalty is replaced by the One Turn Penalty, except that if the infringement is against a boat competing in another class a two-turn penalty shall be taken. 16 Time Limit 16.1 If one boat sails the course as required by RRS 28.1 and finishes within the time limit, the time limit shall be extended by 30 minutes for all boats in the same class. 16.2 If no boat in a class has finished within the time limit, but at least one lap of the course has been completed the result for that class may be decided on the positions of boats at completion of the last complete lap or the last recorded position provided at least one lap has been completed. 16.3 When a boat ceases to race before expiry of the time limit, and no other boat of the same class completed a further round, the boat that has ceased to race will be recorded as finishing in accordance with Sailing Instructions 16.2. 17 Protests and Requests for Redress 17.1 Protests for all classes shall be delivered to the
Race Officer or RTYC club office within 24 hours of the start of the race. 17.2 The date and time of Protest Hearings will be notified to all parties as soon as possible after the lodging of a protest form. 17.3 The Post Race Penalty and the Advisory Hearing and RYA Arbitration of the RYA Rules Disputes procedures shall apply (for information of the procedures, go to www.rya.org.uk/go/ rulesdisputes ). The outcome of an RYA Arbitration can be referred to a protest committee, but an arbitration cannot be reopened or appealed. 18 Scoring 18.1 Scoring will be in accordance with paragraph 9 of the Notice of Race. 19 Equipment and Measurement Checks 19.1 On the water, a boat can be instructed by a member of the Race Committee to proceed immediately to a designated area for inspection. Ashore, equipment may be inspected or measured at any time. 20 Radio Communication 20.1 Except in an emergency, a boat that is racing shall not make voice or data transmissions and shall not receive voice or data communication that is not available to all boats. 20.2 The Race Committee will use VHF Channel 72 for communication with competitors in IRC, Cruiser and Sportsboat classes. Such communication may include sail numbers recalled OCS, course changes and safety matters. 20.3 Boats called by the Race Committee, either by name or sail number may respond and under such circumstances will not be in breach of SI 20.1. This changes RRS 41.
20.4 Failure to broadcast by the Race Committee or time it accurately, or failure to receive a broadcast by the Race Committee will not be grounds for redress. This changes Rule 62.1 (a). 21 Prizes 21.1 Trophies and/or prizes will be awarded in accordance with paragraph 17 of the Notice of Race. 21.2 Except where stated in Special Sailing Instructions trophies will only be awarded to members of RTYC. 22 Special Safety Instructions 22.1 A young competitor shall be any person under the age of 18 on the 1st January 2020 who intends to race on a boat in any race to which these Sailing Instructions apply and on which there is no crew member over the age of 18 years on 1st January 2020. 22.2 No young competitor shall leave the harbour at any time until released by the Beachmaster. 22.3 No PY Dinghy handicap class shall leave the harbour before the warning signal of the race in which she intends to compete during the Winter Series unless a safety boat is underway. 23 Further Information Please contact Royal Torbay Yacht Club 12 Beacon Terrace Torquay TQ1 2BH 01803 292006 sailing@rtyc.org or manager@rtyc.org rtyc.org/racing-documents/
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Yellow Buoy
Red Buoy
Yellow Buoy
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Yellow Buoy
Red Buoy
Yellow Buoy
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Orange Flag
Orange Flag
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Yellow Flag
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JUNIOR SAILING Squadron 13, is our Junior and Youth sailing group for ages 8-18 and provides affordable, easy access to the water with an all-inclusive monthly subscription which includes: • Junior membership of Royal Torbay Yacht Club • 35 guaranteed Saturday morning sessions per year • Squadron 13 team hoodie • Coaching by qualified RYA Instructors • Structured and safe tuition, training and fun • No additional or hidden costs • We can provide a suitable boat as part of the monthly subscription! Squadron 13 is always welcoming new members and prides itself in delivering an exciting and safe introduction to the world of sailing. Inclusive for members of all abilities, the fun-packed Saturday morning sessions allow children and parents to experience some of the best sailing in the UK on the fine sailing waters of Tor Bay. The Juniors will be introduced to the national syllabus with options to carry out further courses to gain RYA qualifications. Our Junior sailors are encouraged to make good use of a wide variety of club boats. This enables them to develop their skills and competence leading to the opportunity to participate in club racing with confidence. Racing for Juniors takes place on Wednesday evenings and on Saturday afternoons as part of the Squadron 13 programme. The Royal Torbay Yacht Club was one of the first clubs to be recognised by the RYA as a British Youth Sailing Club, allowing junior sailors to develop their sailing and racing skills, and encouraging young sailors at grassroots level to stay in the sport. Over the years, many of our Junior members who have competed with success at National and International level, progressed through to the British Sailing Team. There are opportunities for all both on and off the water and we encourage families to get involved and enjoy the lively social programme that that club has to offer.
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TORBAY YOUTH SAILING TRUST
Our mission statement To encourage the children of Torbay and the surrounding area into sailing Founded in 2007, the Torbay Youth Sailing Trust (TYST) operates under the umbrella of Royal Torbay Yacht Club (RTYC). Our aim is to provide the young people of Torbay and surrounding area with opportunities to access water-based activities via affordable training courses and low-cost equipment rental. Our friendly and qualified RYA Instructors follow the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) syllabus, providing a widely recognised structure to our training courses. The safety of children is paramount; all our instructors are DBS checked and trained in handling emergency situations. We aim to provide a positive learning environment for children and young people of all ages and abilities. Our low instructor to pupil ratio enables us to encourage learning at a pace appropriate for each individual child. We provide a complete package with all equipment supplied by TYST on our courses. Courses include Junior membership of the Royal Torbay Yacht Club, allowing access to the Club Racing Programme once they have completed their training. Torbay Youth Sailing Trust is pleased to offer a selection of dinghies including the RS Tera, and stand up paddle boards for low-cost hire exclusively to Royal Torbay Yacht Club members. Juniors must be accompanied by a safety boat, adults may sail at their own risk without a safety boat present. If parents are hiring equipment for juniors, it is their responsibility to arrange appropriate safety boat cover. Adults hiring dinghies must have RYA Level 2 or above and juniors must have RYA Stage 2 or above. Torbay Youth Sailing Trust offers formal RYA Stages 1-4 dinghy training.
For more information call 01803 292006 email tyst@rtyc.org or visit www.tyst.org.uk
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TRAINING As a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Recognised Training Centre and British Stand Up Paddle Association (BSUPA) Recognised School, Royal Torbay Yacht Club prides itself on offering the highest standard of tuition across a broad range of courses. Our qualified instructors are passionate about sailing, have a wealth of experience and aim to provide a safe, fun and enlightening learning experience for all. The club has enviable training facilities, including access to a fleet of dinghies, powerboats, paddleboards and a range of flexible spaces available for shore-based tuition. Once you have completed your training and are competent you can then take advantage of low-cost access to our dinghy and paddleboard fleet. Detailed information on each of our courses with course content, dates, costs and online bookings can be found on our website at rtyc.org/training Don’t forget that Royal Torbay Yacht Club members receive discounts on all RYA training courses! Our range of courses includes: Sailing Tuition (Adults) – including RYA Levels 1-3 We offer a range of options for adults seeking to start sailing in either dinghies or keelboats. If you are looking for a structured pathway to a sailing qualification, then RYA Levels 1-3 will take you from a complete novice to a basic level of competence. If you wish to try sailing for the first time, we can also offer taster sessions with our instructors. The more experienced sailor can take one-to-one time with our instructors to hone their skills or even take some race coaching. Sailing Tuition (Juniors) – including RYA Stages 1-4 We offer a broad range of opportunities for juniors, including structured RYA dinghy courses starting at RYA Stage 1 through to RYA Stage 4. Our junior sailing group, Squadron 13 is active most Saturday mornings throughout the year either on the water or in the classroom having fun and learning valuable skills. Membership of Squadron 13 is via an affordable fixed monthly direct debit, which includes Junior Membership of Royal Torbay Yacht Club. For more information and details of Squadron 13’s calendar of activities visit our website at rtyc.org/ squadron13 or page 29 of this publication. RYA Powerboat Level 2 Our most popular course and often the minimum requirement to purchase insurance to operate a motorboat. RYA Powerboat Level 2 (PB2) is delivered across two days of tuition, with most of the course being on the water gaining hands on experience. If
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you start a PB2 course with no experience of driving small motorboats our aim at the end of the two days is to have you confidently in control of the boat in coastal waters. RYA Day Skipper (Shore-based) RYA Day Skipper introduces you to the more technical aspects of navigation, with the intention of equipping you with enough knowledge to navigate familiar waters by day. The course also includes a basic knowledge of lights and an introduction to night cruising. We offer Day Skipper courses in both the traditional weekend format over two weekends in the autumn, or as evening classes to fill those long winter nights.
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RATED FIVE STAR GOLD INN BY THE AA AND VISIT ENGLAND The Cary Arms & Spa combines all the charm, personality and values of an English “Inn on the Beach” with the style & originality of a boutique hotel. Stay in one of our luxury sea-facing rooms, chic beach huts and suites or choose the freedom of our two, three or four-bedroom characterful cottages. Dog friendly too. Enjoy our delicious seaside cuisine made with fresh, seasonal, local ingredients, simply and creatively cooked by our team of talented chefs. Unwind in the state-of-the-art Thalgo Cary Spa with its waterfall hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, experience shower, gymnasium and three treatment rooms.
For further information and bookings please call 01803 327110 or email enquiries@caryarms.co.uk www.caryarms.co.uk
TRAINING RYA Diesel Engine A short beginners’ course to help you prevent and solve diesel engine failure. The course teaches you the basic principle of how your engine works, basic maintenance checks and procedures and how to get your engine started again in the event of a breakdown. This course could not just save you money, it could save your life. RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship Ideal for anyone interested in almost any on-thewater sport, a highly informative short-course that provides an insight into basic navigation, charts, safety, tides, weather forecasts, anchoring and more. The course ideally complements the RYA Start Sailing courses, Powerboat 2 and is an excellent precursor to a Day Skipper course. RYA First Aid A potentially lifesaving one-day course, designed to give a working knowledge of first aid for anyone taking part in activities afloat. Covers the same basic topics a regular First Aid course would, but from a boating perspective. RYA Marine Radio This course is the minimum qualification required to operate a VHF radio on a UK flagged vessel. Course content includes using the Digital Selective Calling (DSC) features of your radio, selection of the correct VHF channels, distress and emergency procedures, ship-to-shore communications and more. RYA Sea Survival Sailing is a very safe sport. However, in the unlikely event you are ever placed in an emergency situation, the skills learnt as part of this course could be a lifesaver. An important part of the course is a pool-based session which allows you to put into practice the theory learned. Course content includes life rafts and their equipment, survival techniques, use of lifejackets / buoyancy aids, medical aspects of surviving at sea and search & rescue procedures. RYA Yachtmaster (Shorebased) RYA Yachtmaster takes knowledge learned as part of a Day Skipper course to the next level, equipping you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages. Course content includes position fixing, course plotting, tides, use of almanacs and admiralty publications, GPS, weather forecasts, plotting weather systems, predicting weather by use of barometers and observation, collision regulations and customs and excise regulations. BSUPA Ready to Ride Level 1 - Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Stand-up paddle boarding is an increasingly
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popular, low cost, easy way to get access to the water. Ready to Ride Level 1 gives you an excellent introduction to stand-up paddle boarding including paddling techniques, stance, turning, carrying your board, self-rescue, falling safely as well as how the weather can affect you and planning short trips. Royal Torbay Yacht Club provides low-cost access to paddle boards to members.
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OTHER ACTIVITIES LADIES SAILING Our ladies sailing group aims to encourage ladies to get involved and share our love of sailing in a fun and sociable way. The Tiller Girls meet on Monday evenings during the summer months and at other times throughout the year for social events and evening talks with guest speakers. All ages and abilities are catered for, from complete novices to experienced sailors. During the last year, the group took full advantage of some really great weather and engaged in a wide range of activities both on and off the water. A visit to the Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth, a Paddleboard evening, RIB evening, Tiller Girls Quiz Team, Summer BBQ and Christmas Party were amongst the most popular; and of course lots of Monday night sailing. Experience time on the water with like-minded sailors helping to build your knowledge and confidence and enjoy the opportunity to meet other members and get involved with the club. If you fancy just messing about in boats in relaxing company, why not come and join us? Just bring a life jacket or buoyancy aid, splash proof clothing and non-slip shoes.
We are always keen to welcome new members; to find out more contact the club office 01803 292006 or email tillergirls@rtyc.org PADDLE BOARDS Paddle boarding is now one of the fastest growing watersports in the country and enjoys a wide appeal to all age groups. The club is now able to offer Paddle board hire through the TYST website https://tyst.org.uk/equipmenthire/ and has storage facilities in Beacon Cove, the perfect location for safe launching. We have also become members of the British Stand Up Paddle Association (BSUPA) and are able to offer introductory courses with qualified paddle board instructors.
To find out more contact the club office Tel 01803 292006 or email admin@rtyc.org
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OTHER ACTIVITIES CRUISING The South West coastline of Devon, Dorset and Cornwall is renowned as one of the most beautiful and popular cruising areas in the country, with the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly and coasts of Normandy and Brittany all within comfortable cruising range for both sailors and motorboaters. The club is keen to encourage members to take full advantage of the many cruising opportunities from our wonderful base in Torquay. Groups of members are always looking to encourage new participants to join in cruising trips and related social events. Cruising in company can offer reassurance and peace of mind to the less experienced and great camaraderie for all who participate. Whether you are new to cruising or experienced sailors, you will be made very welcome. Winter talks at the club often include or specifically relate to cruising activities of interest to all; details will be announced by club email, website and noticeboards.
MOTORBOATING The many club members with motorboats are always seeking to encourage new members with motorboat interests. Activities take place throughout the year both on and off the water. Talks and practical training including boat handling, engine maintenance and other topics of interest to motorboat owners are open for all. The club is always keen to welcome prospective new members who are motorboat owners and encourage them to participate in the many training, social and on-water activities available. We aim to ensure new and prospective members who are motorboat owners, are welcomed to the club by a motorboat user and encouraged to participitate in the RYA Training Courses offered by the club.
For more information on either Cruising or Motorboating please call the club office 01803 292006 or email admin@rtyc.org
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FISH BISTRO Sample the Bay’s freshest fish and shellfish in our family-run bistro with harbour views
Wine @ Upstairs - Panoramic Views • 90+ Wines by the Glass Wine Flights • Gins • Oysters • The place for wine!
To book your table call
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SOCIAL LIFE The social scene is vital for any club and we place great importance on our social calendar; a wide range of functions and events throughout the year means there is always something for everyone. As well as organised social events, our Members’ Bar is of course open throughout the week, at lunchtimes and evenings and all day at weekends. Wednesdays are a permanent highlight of the week throughout the year. During sailing season Wednesdays are dedicated to “après sail” with hearty, home-cooked sailing suppers available in the restaurant and the Members’ Bar full of post racing discussion. During the colder winter months our ever-popular quiz night takes over, where teams pit their greymatter against one another. New participants and teams are always welcome. In 2020, the last Friday of each month will see a variety of social events from hilarious comedy nights, great party nights, a sophisticated Jazz and Gin evening and much, much more. Our restaurant offers a regular Sunday Carvery; this provides an excellent opportunity to bring family and friends into the club for a superb roast at a great price.
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In 2020, the last Friday of each month will see a variety of social events from hilarious comedy nights, great party nights, a sophisticated Jazz and Gin evening and much, much more...
Special occasions and major sporting events also feature in our calendar: Ascot Ladies Day, Six Nations Rugby, Mothering Sunday, Valentine’s Day and the 2020 Olympics are just a few examples. The festive season starts with our Christmas Carol Concert followed by the everpopular club Christmas Lunch and of course a fantastic New Year’s Eve party with an especially exciting theme planned for 2020. We keep our members fully informed on club social events through our weekly newsletters, website, social media channels, digital display boards and posters in the clubhouse. Details of our upcoming social events can be found on the web at rtyc.org/social, where you will find not only the social calendar but online bookings for those events that require advance booking.
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AFFILIATED CLUBS TORQUAY ROWING CLUB Founded in 1869, Torquay Rowing Club is one of the oldest sporting clubs in Torbay; although boats and equipment have changed dramatically during its long history, the aims of the club remain the same, to foster the sport of amateur rowing and to provide amenities for its members. The club has been affiliated to the Royal Torbay Yacht Club since the early 1980s and enjoys the same access to the club’s facilities as other members. Rowing facilities available to members include the use of the Fine and Coastal boats for racing and training, together with rowing machines and other training equipment under the guidance of the Club Captain and club coaches. Members are encouraged to represent the Torquay Rowing Club at both Fine and Offshore regattas in the West of England and further afield. The club hosts the rowing event of the Torbay Royal Regatta and the coastal rowing Thatcher Rock 8K race. Social activities are a strong part of the club and these include the Crab Supper, BBQs, bowling nights and the renowned annual Holly Ball. Club training is on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings.
Find out more at: www.torquayrowingclub.co.uk TORQUAY TENNIS CLUB Royal Torbay Yacht Club is pleased to offer its members free affiliate membership of Torquay Tennis Club. This provides the benefit of free use of Torquay Tennis Club outdoor courts from September through to March each year. Boasting five clay courts, four astro grass and three indoor acrylic courts along with a fantastic licensed bar with large viewing balcony, Torquay Tennis Club is one of the South West’s leading Tennis Clubs. There is something for players of all ages and standards at Torquay Tennis Club. If you are new to the game, they have a variety of coaching opportunities so that you can learn in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere.
Find out more at: torquaytennisclub.co.uk
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HOST YOUR EVENT AT
Royal Torbay Yacht Club
The Club offers a distinctive, flexible venue to host your event, large or small. Our room hire rates are competitive and our staff will do everything they can to ensure your event goes smoothly, from offering advice on room decoration and layout to booking you a disco for a party. Ample parking for your guests is available in the Council car park immediately opposite the Club.
The Corinthian Room – up to 200 guests Ideal for larger private parties, training sessions, corporate functions, wedding receptions and wakes. With its stylish décor, the Corinthian Room can accommodate up to 110 guests for a formal seated meal, 150 guests for a conference style function or 200 guests for a standing-only function. Featuring a fully stocked bar, permanently installed projector with a roll-down 100” cinema-style screen, PA system with wireless microphones, Sonos speaker system for background music, and a dancefloor with disco lights, the Corinthian Room is a great space for your event. The Corinthian Room also offers easy access to our terraced garden, providing a spectacular panoramic view over Tor Bay.
The Billiard Room – up to 50 guests Ideal for smaller social functions, training sessions, private dining and small corporate gatherings. This newly refurbished function space is tastefully decorated in a style sympathetic to its history. The Billiard Room offers a quiet, private space accommodating up to 50 guests for a standing function and 40 seated. Ideal for anything from a small yoga class, a family dinner or a corporate training session, the room features a wall-mounted 4K display for presentations, and a Sonos speaker system for music.
Restaurant Private dining for up to 40 guests Our restaurant, with its sophisticated décor and spectacular views over Torquay Harbour is a fantastic venue for your dinner or break-out session from a larger event in the Corinthian Room.
Catering Serving anything from a simple finger buffet to a multi-course gala dinner, our in-house chef prepares delicious home-cooked food; the emphasis is on consulting with you to find the ideal menu for your event. Alternatively, for corporate events, we offer precosted standardised menus for refreshments and food to suit all budgets and types of event.
The Committee Room – up to 10-12 or 20 attendees depending on layout Perfect for smaller business meetings, seminars or training sessions. Our recently redecorated Committee Room provides a comfortable, private and quiet space for your business meeting. Featuring a board room table seating 10-12 attendees, or more if using conference style seating. The wall-mounted 4K display is ideal for presentations. The Committee Room is perfect for smaller break-out sessions from a larger event in the Corinthian Room.
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VISITING YACHTSMEN A welcome to Torquay and to the Royal Torbay Yacht Club The club is ideally located, sitting just above the harbour, opposite Beacon Quay car park, and a short walk from either your boat or car. You are welcome to use our facilities and enjoy a drink in the bar or a meal in the restaurant. Clubs and Class Associations looking to bring their rally to Tor Bay will be assured of a warm welcome. Rally lunches, suppers and dinners can be arranged to suit the needs of the group.
For further information or to make a booking please call us on 01803 213910 or by email admin@rtyc.org The town centre of Torquay is within easy walking distance of the harbour and yacht club, where you will find a number of banks, bureaux de change, cash points and other local facilities. Torquay has a lively night life with bars, clubs, award-winning restaurants and cafes surrounding the inner harbour. Torquay Harbour lies on the north shore of Tor Bay. Haldon Pier to the south and Princess Pier to the west, give shelter to the enclosed harbour facilities. The Harbour has large events pontoons and berthing to accommodate visiting sailors. Beacon Quay provides access to a modern and userfriendly slipway, accessible at all states of the tide. The quayside businesses include a pub/restaurant, shops, a small chandlery and cafes. Princess Pier is a popular promenade, with views across Tor Bay, Torre Abbey Sands, Paignton and beyond. The outer harbour comprises of a 170-berth pontoon facility managed by Tor Bay Harbour Authority where visitor berths are generally available throughout the year.
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EVENTS & CHAMPIONSHIPS
TORQUAY
A World Class Championship & Event Venue Come to THE ROYAL TORBAY YACHT CLUB for your next Championship and enjoy the hospitality of the 2019 RYA Yachts and Yachting Club of the Year, racing in some of the finest sailing waters in the world.
Our historic clubhouse sits proudly above the harbour and has recently undergone significant refurbishment. The growing reputation of our restaurant and stylish function room is rapidly establishing the club as a venue of choice in Torbay.
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Torquay is a world-renowned sailing venue hosting America’s Cup trials in the 1930s, sailing events of the 1948 Olympics, the UK stopover for La Solitaire de Figaro in 2015 and numerous World, European and National Championships. In 2019 the club
hosted the hugely successful and prestigious J/70 World Championships. • Fast and easy access to the race areas • Pontoons and berthing for up to 100 yachts and keelboats • Good harbourside facilities with berthing ashore for 100+ dinghies • Modern slipway and cranage • Unrestricted sailing waters • RYA qualified Race Officers, experienced Race Management and Mark Laying teams • First class Event, Race and Results administration • Committee and meeting rooms for Race Office, Protest and Media • Top class restaurant and function room • Our members' bar and terraced gardens with
panoramic views over Tor Bay and the race area are there for all to enjoy • Harbourside Car Parking opposite the club • An enviable range of hotels and self catering accommodation can be found within close proximity to the town and harbour. • Torquay is a thriving and popular resort with an unrivalled range of harbourside cafes, restaurants and bars. • The town comes alive at night and visitors will be assured of a memorable experience.
Contact us now to discuss or book your event. Enquiries can be made by email to events@rtyc.org or telephone 01803 292006 We are always ready to assist.
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CHAMPIONSHIP DATES 2020 March 21 Torbay Tornado
May 23 – 25 SB20 Southern Championship
June 7 – 19 Yachting Monthly Triangle Race
June 19 – 21 RS 500 National Championship
June 20 – 21 RS Summer Regatta
August 1 – 7 Firefly National Championship
August 21 – 23 Torbay Royal Regatta
August 22 – 23 IRC South West Championship
August 29 – 31 RS Tera National Championships
September 10 – 13 K6 National Championship
September 11 – 13 H2 Hadron National Championship
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Every child has something special to offer... at Abbey School we find it and make the most of it.
We offer challenges which children thrive on and we attain outstanding academic results through the hard work and positive support of our dedicated teachers, all achieved in the cheerful and purposeful environment that is Abbey School. This year our 11+ pass rate was an amazing 100%. We are ranked 24th in the top 100 Independent Prep Schools. We offer nursery places from birth to 4 years and accept funding for 3 and 4 year olds (both 15 and 30 hours). We provide a wide range of extra-curricular activities, making the most of our indoor heated pool and climbing wall. We’re open all year round with our thriving holiday club running in all school holidays.
If you have young crew to educate, why not come and visit us? We look forward to welcoming you to Abbey School
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