Although the club has no lake or sea access, we welcome our members to on-land training and on-water education, which is provided on different occasions.
Children are introduced to sailing, our friend’s clubs invite for invitational regattas throughout the year attending regattas and competitions through Europe and overseas, members are regularly participating in races and our Racing team is representing the GYC on various Championships and the Olympics. Interested members are supported with inscription, organisation and other details. Events Calendar PDF
The winner is announced at the annual Classic Boat Awards, held at the Royal Thames Yacht Club in London in April and awarded with a Sterling Silver Cup, sponsored by Robbe & Berking Silver manufacturer. The cup is made in the Bauhaus style (1919-1933), embodies a straightforward simplicity expressed through precious material for streamlined, modern aesthetics.
GYC Club boats are available for private charters and on-water outings for members, families, and friends. “Jimmy,” a 230 HP motor boat, is perfect for scenic lake cruises and onboard picnics, available with or without a driver. The club also offers Optimists, Lasers, and 420’s on Lake Thun for both beginners and experienced sailors. Just an hour from Gstaad, Lake Thun provides a stunning Alpine setting for sailing, training, and leisure on the water.
The Gstaad Yacht Club offers a variety of sailing opportunities on Optimists, Lasers, and 420s. Children are introduced to sailing through programs tailored to their skill levels. To further enhance their knowledge and experience, the club also organizes an annual sailing camp held at different venues.
The Gstaad Yacht Club is committed to making sailing accessible to all children through regional cooperation in the Saanenland. The club offers training on Optimists, Lasers, and 420s, with sailing camps and 10–14 sessions held annually from May to October on Lake Thun. This year, GYC is also launching “Schnuppertage” (try-out sessions) on Lake Arnensee to introduce more children to the sport.
Whether you're new to sailing or looking to improve your skills, these free training sessions are open to all levels no experience required!
This summer, the Gstaad Yacht Club once again hosted its Kids Sailing Weekends, welcoming children aged 6–14 from the Saanenland region to discover sailing on Lake Arnensee — no prior experience or membership required. Guided by dedicated coaches Sophie and Virginie Lienhart, with support from their father, the program combined fun, learning, and safety in Optimist dinghies specially designed for young sailors. Despite strong winds shortening the final weekend on the lake, activities continued at the clubhouse with an interactive Virtual Sailing Experience for children and parents alike.