We offer a beautiful view, safe anchorage and a wide range of boating facilities & services. AYC is the second oldest yacht club in NS.
AYC is located on a small peninsula called Melville Island which is situated at the Head of the Halifax Harbour’s Northwest Arm in Nova Scotia (NS). Its Clubhouse sits atop Melville Island which boasts a spectacular view of the Northwest Arm. AYC has been a yacht club since 1947; however, the club’s property has a history that can be tied to events dating back to at least 1732. Since the arrival o
08/04/2026
AYC would like to invite junior sailors to participate in the AYC Northwest Arm Learn To Sail Regatta, taking place Thursday August 20, 2026. It's open to all junior sailors from all clubs!
Join us for this AYC summer tradition -- a lot of fun on the water, and a great first regatta for those who have never been in one before -- there's even a snack boat!
Details and registration are at https://nwalts.ca/
06/26/2026
Registration is open for the AYC DOUBLE HANDER CUP, taking place Saturday July 25, 2026
Join us for this summer tradition where teamwork meets thrilling competition on the water.
Open to all PHRF-rated boats from any club, the Double Hander Cup is all about great sailing, fun vibes, and sailing with friends.
Details and registration are at https://theclubspot.com/regatta/dHrTSjhtsR
05/22/2026
AYC Sailing School’s WetFeet program is a fun, safe, and accessible introduction to sailing for ages 5–8.
Kids build confidence on the water, learn basic sailing skills, play games, take part in fun summer activities and experience Halifax’s Northwest Arm like never before.
✅ Beginner-friendly
✅ Affordable weekly sessions
✅ Sail Canada certified instructors
✅ No experience needed
Learn more & register: https://aycsailing.ca/junior-sailing.../wetfeet-sailing/
05/04/2026
Can you believe we’re only 10 days away from our first race at AYC?
We can’t wait to kick off the season with our weekly Spring PHRF and One Design Series, happening Wednesday and Thursday evenings throughout May and June.
Then, later in the month, we’ll be venturing out of the Arm and into Halifax Harbour during the Ice Breaker Regatta on Saturday, May 30. It’s a great way to shake off the rust—just make sure to dress warm!
We’d love to see your boat cross the finish line with us. Find more details and register through the links below.
⛵ Wednesday Night Spring Series, PHRF (Starting May 13): https://theclubspot.com/regatta/ACvuJS5H0c
⛵ Thursday Night Spring Series, One Design (Starting May 14): https://theclubspot.com/regatta/wApHiyc8WT
⛵ Ice Breaker Regatta (Saturday, May 30): https://theclubspot.com/regatta/8rciVfRG85
04/14/2026
Is sailing something you have been wanting to learn?
Are you interested in learning how to sail in a fun, friendly and accessible environment?
Come join us!
AYC Sailing School’s Adult & Family Keelboating Program is intended to introduce people to the sport of sailing by learning the basics and getting on the water in a fun and accessible format.
Learn more at https://aycsailing.ca/adult-family-keelboating-programs/