AGES 8–18
Junior sailing
Four age-based classes build safety, seamanship, independence, and a lasting love of sailing.
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Agamenticus Yacht Club
A life on the water
starts here.
A nonprofit community sailing club teaching kids and adults in York Harbor since 1937.
1937Founded in York Harbor8–18Junior sailor ages13Max students per class
Welcome to AYC
Sailing, friendship, and summer fun for all ages.
Agamenticus Yacht Club is a nonprofit yacht club and junior sailing program where generations of York families have learned to love the water.
From a first tack in an Opti to a family sail in the harbor, AYC offers thoughtful instruction, an active racing program, club boats, and plenty of ways to enjoy the water together.
Meet the clubFind your way aboard
A place for every kind of sailor.
Programs for first-time sailors, developing racers, adults returning to the sport, and families who want more time on the water.
ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS
Private lessons
Personalized instruction aboard everything from an Opti to a J/22.
Explore private lessonsOPTI · 420 · LASER
Race teams
Focused coaching, competitive skills, and the chance to represent AYC at regattas across New England.
Meet the teamsMembership
What membership means.
Members get the run of the club fleet, discounts on lessons and junior sailing, and a summer calendar of events on the harbor.
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Use the fleet
Optis, Club 420s, RS Zests, RS Quests, J/22s, and kayaks.
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Learn together
Reduced rates for junior sailing, racing, and private instruction.
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Enjoy summer together
Ice cream socials, Husky cruises, regattas, and summer fun for the whole family.
The Dock Dedication Campaign
Help renew AYC’s waterfront.
Help rebuild the aging lower dock and restore the reserves used to rebuild the upper dock. Our campaign goal is $250,000.
$112,840gifts & pledges
$250,000campaign goal
45% of goalReported Sep 9, 2026
August 25
A season to celebrate.
Honoring our sailors, staff, and club community at the annual auction and awards.
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July 30
Monday J/22 racing.
AYC’s first J/22 club race brought friendly competition and a new Monday tradition.
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July 27
July Opti regatta.
A fun-filled regatta and plenty of smiles back at the clubhouse.
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Our sponsors & partners
Local businesses support club life and help our race teams compete across New England.
Race-team sponsors
All aboard
Come down to the dock.
Whether you are ready to register or just wondering where to begin, our club manager can point you in the right direction.