Southern California Yachting Association

The Southern California Yachting Association was organized in 1921 to provide a much-needed communication, educational, and organizational service to the yachting community in Southern California and Arizona.  Our objectives are to provide a forum for sharing ideas, identifying and engaging in governmental issues that affect recreational boating, promoting events, acknowledging excellence, and providing a social and educational platform to build a stronger boating community. 
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SCYA Meetings & Events

Safety at Sea info

US SANCTIONED INTERNATIONAL SAFETY AT SEA

Full Certificate & Refresh Certificate Courses
October 5th & 6th

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Dare the Pirate's Lair, SCYA Commodore's Cruise Oct 18,19,20 with a pirate face in the backgroundSCYA COMMODORE’S CRUISE

Get your Pirate ON, Dig out your pirate gear and DAIR THE PIRATE’S LAIR: the SCYA’s Annual Commodore’s Cruise will be on October 18,19, and 20th at Catalina Island Yacht Club in Avalon. Our member yacht clubs present Commodores and Staff Commodores, plus one, are invited to join us …..

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SCYA 2025 INSTALLATION

Save the date.  More info to follow. 

Events

CHANGE OF COMMAND

CHANGE OF COMMAND

Southern California Yachting Association Installed its 2024 Bridge on January 10th at the Westlake Yacht Club. The Luau themed Gala was hosted by Jr Staff Commodore Robert Menar and First Lady Cookie Webb, along with the wonderful members of Westlake Yacht Club. The...

SCYA 2024 Midwinter Regatta Dates Set – Feb 17-18, 24-25

SCYA 2024 Midwinter Regatta Dates Set – Feb 17-18, 24-25

  SCYA 2024 Midwinter Regatta SCYA is pleased to announce that dates and venues have been set for the 94th Midwinter Regatta.  If you cannot find a club hosting a race for a class you sail, contact the event Co-Chairs (John Marshall or John Barry - see the link)...

Recent News

CHANGE OF COMMAND AWARD

CHANGE OF COMMAND AWARD

Jr. Staff Commodore John Caldwell receives his thank you gift from the members of Southern California Yachting Association for his dedicated service. Vice Commodore Lee Caldwell presents the porthole gift to John during the 2024 Installation Gala.

SCYA Announces the 2024 Club of the Year Criteria

SCYA is pleased to announce the 2024 criteria for Club of the Year.  Having heard from our member clubs, we’ve made changes to encourage greater participation. Recognizing Club of the Year and Racing Club of the Year.  These categories will not be divided by...

Opening Day Calendar Posted

Opening Day Calendar Posted

The preliminary 2024 Opening Day has been posted.  Please see 2024 Opening Days.  Corrections/Additions should be emailed to service@scya.org.