Benefits of Membership

If you are interested in becoming a member please complete the membership inquiry form below.

Member's Clubhouse

Enjoy the fun of our year round calendar of social events and activities both on and off the water creating lifetime traditions and memories. Our long standing, annual events include the Commodore’s Ball, Breakfast with Santa, Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Holiday Ball, Memorial Day, Basinfest, Father’s Day breakfast, Cups ‘n Flags, and brunch on Mother’s Day. We also host a variety of casual events such as trivia night, Murder Mystery Night, Fire & Ice, Derby Day, and Up The River.

Marina for Members

Not only will you have access to the water, you get to access our Marina. Both launch and haul services are available along with winter storage.

Kids Activities for Members

In a safe and family friendly environment, kids enjoy a variety of fun events and activities. Watch them learn to swim in the pool, play tennis or pickleball, or even take youth sailing lessons. We also host supervised play (ages 8 weeks to 10 years old) in our kid’s room on Fridays with meal service available.

Member Events & Weddings

The Rochester Yacht Club is happy to reserve space for member and member sponsored weddings, showers, company functions, or any other event. Hosting your special event outdoors by the water at RYC can be a truly memorable occasion with members receiving our VIP treatment at all of their events. Outdoor receptions can accommodate up to 230 guests, with tents, seating and lighting customized to meet you needs.

Reciprocals

RYC members enjoy reciprocal privileges with over 70 other clubs on the Lake Ontario, Lake Erie and the St. Lawrence River as well as over 460 more clubs around the U.S.

Community of Members

Generations of families and professionals have called RYC home, forming enduring bonds and creating memories that last a lifetime. Our active member base loves the variety of social events, educational programs, seminars, holiday festivities, boating excursions, and happy-hour gatherings.

Member Dining

Our Club House is your new favorite spot to gather with family, friends and work colleagues. Have a special dietary need or request? Call ahead and let us know! Looking to take food on the go? We do that too! You can have your meals boxed to enjoy when you are on the water or at home.

Kayaks & Sailboats for Members

As part of the membership benefits, our members and their guests have the opportunity to use our club owned kayaks at no additional charge. Members have access to charter club owned sailboats.

Membership privileges for our members and their guests include:

Interested in Becoming a Member?

Complete the member inquiry form to start the process or contact our Membership Director at [email protected] or (585) 342-5511, then follow the appropriate prompts.