2009 GSBYRA Schedule / Upcoming Events

Download and print standard entry forms for Junior and Invitational Regattas. Bring completed forms to registration.






About GSBYRA

The Great South Bay Yacht Racing Association (GSBYRA) is a local sailing organization promoting recreational and educational sailing, boat building, on the water safety, and maritime heritage. GSBYRA supports sailors of all ages and abilities from 16 member clubs on the south shore of Long Island, New York, by promoting racing in accordance with the Racing Rules of Sailing, coordinating a regatta schedule for the bay, running Race Week and local Championship events that lead to national US SAILING events. GSBYRA welcomes sailors to participate in sailing activities, enjoy camaraderie at social events, have fun, volunteer, and explore educational opportunities with fellow sailors.

Founded September 27, 1906 as a not-for-profit sailing organization, GSBYRA operates as a volunteer organization. Volunteers from the member clubs meet, discuss and exchange ideas to standardize formats, encourage communication among sailors, fleets, and member clubs, and update policies. Delegates from the 16 member clubs and elected officers direct the Association and recently expanded the mission to include more types of sailing organizations able to participate, and to recognize sponsors who help fund the mission. GSBYRA accepts tax-deductible donations.

GSBYRA provides members with:

  • Website and yearbook
  • Clinics and seminars to improve sailing skills, sailing programs, safety and race management
  • Open meetings for One-design and PHRF sailors and fleets to voice concerns
  • Annual sailing grants to sailors who pursue post secondary education
  • Interclub rivalry at Invitation Regattas, Race Week and Championships
  • Race Week prizes
  • Annual Fleet trophies for classes
  • 2 Flying Scot boats and 12 sets of Flying Scot sails for triple-handed Championship events
  • 29 perpetual trophies engraved with winner’s names and an award to keep
  • Paid entry fee for winners of GSBYRA Championships to compete at next level event
  • Regional Appeals Committee
  • A voice in government affairs affecting sailors at federal and local levels in cooperation with US SAILING