Racing
Hoist your sails and feel the adrenaline as you embark on our exciting racing series along the beautiful Sunshine Coast.
Whether you're a veteran racer or new to the helm, our racing events are designed to be inclusive, exciting, and rewarding. Sharpen your skills, meet fellow enthusiasts, and be part of a community that shares your passion for the sea.
Signature Series
The Powell River Yacht Club proudly presents three signature series that cater to sailors of all skill levels:
- Fall Series: Embrace the brisk autumn winds in a competitive series that captures the vibrant spirit of the season. It's the perfect time to test your tactics and enjoy the changing scenery.
- Frostbite Series: Don't let the name deter you! The Frostbite Series offers invigorating winter races that challenge even the most seasoned sailors. Bundle up and experience the thrill of racing in crisp, cool conditions.
- Spring Series: As nature awakens, so do our sails. Join us for the Spring Series to kick off the sailing season with renewed energy and enthusiasm. Fresh breezes and friendly competition await!
Results
Check the results for recent races below or the Events calendar for upcoming race dates.
Frostbite Series - Race 2026-03-07
Exactly as predicted the rain held off and an easterly wind blew at a relatively steady and polite 10 knots. Our course took us on a close reach from Willingdon Beach to Grief Point, downwind to our mid channel virtual mark, upwind to the Mill mark before turning to a close reach back to Willingdon for the finish, a distance of some 10 nautical miles. I’ve never been in a four legged race requiring so few tacks, only three in total.
Upcoming races
Join the competition
From seasoned skippers to inexperienced crew members.
Those skippers not presently club members are welcome to join in on the races however to compete in the series they must join up.
- We will race every Saturday (weather permitting), and we meet at the coast guard station for 9am sharp.
- The races begin at 10:00 am and last about 2 – 3 hours.
- All crew must have an approved personal flotation device each and all boats competing must meet club safety standards.
- All boats must have a functional VHF radio and monitor 68 (our working frequency) and channel 16 (emergency).
- As we are also using GPS designed points for some of our marks some sort of GPS device (even smart phone) is recommended.
- A chart of the points and marks will be provided at race meeting but is attached to this email as well.
We especially like to see any new or old club members come out and race and pick up crew are always welcome (bring a friend!). As well as the great camaraderie there is the huge bonus of being able to develop your sailing skills with all the accompanying support and friendly advice you could ask for.
Race coordinator: racing@powellriveryachtclub.ca