Welcome to Phuket Yacht Club
Phuket Yacht Club is perfectly located on the shore overlooking Chalong bay in the south of Phuket...
...with beautiful views across the Andaman Sea and outlying islands.
🎤✨ Open Mic Night + Weekly Rollover Draw! 🎶🍻
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS AND SINGERS - THE STAGE IS YOURS!
NOW EVERY FRIDAY from 19:00 - READ MORE
🏆 We had a 5,000 thb winner last week so the weekly Draw begins again this Friday at 500 thb! 🎉
🎤✨ Open Mic Night + Weekly Rollover Draw! 🎶🍻
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS AND SINGERS - THE STAGE IS YOURS!
NOW EVERY FRIDAY from 19:00 - READ MORE
🏆 We had a 5,000 thb winner last week so the weekly Draw begins again this Friday at 500 thb! 🎉
JAI DEE REGATTA - BEGINS THIS SATURDAY!
Phuket, Thailand – September 8, 2025 — Phuket Yacht Club are proud to welcome Cholamark Boat Co. Ltd., as the Regatta sponsors of this year's Jai-Dee Regatta, regional Thailand dealers of Highfield Ribs alongside the Race Sponsors - Doyle Sails
The Jai Dee Regatta takes place from November 22–24 in the waters off Chalong Bay.
Regatta Sponsors
Founded in 1989, Cholamark Boat has long been a pillar of Phuket’s marine industry, renowned for its craftsmanship in rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) made from Hypalon/Neoprene with fiberglass or aluminum hulls. As the regional dealer for Highfield Boats, Cholamark also offers custom stainless steel fabrication, full tender overhauls, and VIKING safety gear—making them a natural partner for one of the island’s most spirited sailing events.
Now in its seventh edition, the Jai-Dee Regatta was first held in 2019 as a grassroots initiative to provide local sailors with a friendly, affordable lead-up to the prestigious Phuket King’s Cup Regatta. “Jai Dee,” meaning “generous” in Thai, reflects the event’s ethos of community, sportsmanship, and accessibility.
“We’re thrilled to have Cholamark Boat back on board,” said PYC Commodore, Peter Dyer. “Their commitment to quality and innovation mirrors the spirit of the Jai-Dee Regatta, and their support helps us keep this event accessible and exciting for sailors of all levels.”
Cholamark are the regional dealers in Thailand for Highfield Aluminium Rigid Inflatable Boats. With around 54,000 boats delivered globally since the brand’s beginning in 2011, Highfield Boats is now the world’s number one in the RIB tender sector and a global player in the 5 metres + sector.
Race Sponsors
John Hearne, the founder of Doyle Sailmakers (Qingdao), is from Australia and has had a passion for sailmaking for many years - here are a few words from him...
"Doyle Sails are proud to be a co-sponsor of the 2025 Jai Dee Regatta. As a supplier to many customers in Phuket, we are happy to give back something to the sailing commuinty. Clubs, regattas and even sailmakers don't survive without people sailing. As a competitor myself it is easy to lose sight of that fact. I look forward to seeing everyone at the club and sharing some breakfast and competition on the water."
Doyle Sails is based on the motto:
"By Sailors for Sailors"
The regatta kicks off with registration and weigh-ins on the evening of Friday, November 21, followed by three days of competitive keelboat and multihull racing. Beyond the action on the water, PYC will host a small series of social events celebrating Phuket's vibrant sailing culture.
“We’ve always believed in supporting the local sailing community—not just through our products, but through partnerships that bring people together,” said Hans Martin, Managing Director, Cholamark Boats. “The Jai-Dee Regatta perfectly captures the spirit of Phuket sailing, and we’re proud to be part of it again in 2025.”
The Phuket Yacht club is located in Chalong Bay and has evolved into a vibrant hub for power-boat, sailing and social events. From grassroot’s regattas like the Jai-Dee and Sailor’s Regatta to hosting the island’s leading dinghy sailing program the club blends tradition with a relaxed, community-driven vibe.
Scott Duncanson
Jai Dee Regatta - Phuket Yacht Club
Saturday 22nd to Monday 24th November 2025
Friday 21st – Registration (16:00 -17:30)
Saturday 22nd – Race Day 1 (PM)
Sunday 23rd – Race Day 2 (PM)
Monday 24th – Race Day 3 (PM)
Entrance Fee: Members 8,000 thb / Non Members 10,000 thb
for more details
call on +66 81 892 3111 or to register contact us via the button below
find out more on our facebook page
Jai Dee Regatta 2025
| BOAT NAME | CLASS | OWNER | CREW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boreas | Mulitihull Racing | John Hearne | 4 |
| Phoenix | Monohull Racing | Niels Degenkolw | 6 |
| Lastochka | Monohull Cruising | Kirill Stashevskiy | 8 |
| Twin Sharks | Mulitihull Racing | John Newnham | 4 |
| Uminoko | Monohull Racing | Maksim Lisum | 8 |
| No Fear | Mulitihull Racing | Dirk Wieblen | 2 |
Pontoon Update
Dear Members,
The Yacht Club has recently faced substantial repair costs due to ongoing damage to the pontoon. Many of the structural pins have been worn down or broken, largely from the strain caused by dinghies continually moored there and the constant impact of wave action. Several pins still show signs of wear and will need to be replaced when funds allow.
We’d like to remind everyone that the pontoon’s purpose is clearly outlined in the club rules: it is intended solely for a temporary drop-off and pick-up of passengers and supplies from moored yachts. It is not a designated mooring area for dinghies.
Unfortunately, a number of boats—often left half-filled with water—have been tied to the pontoon continuously throughout the week. This practice is directly contributing to the damage. As a result, the committee has unanimously agreed that these boats must be relocated to Dock B this week and remain there until their owners arrange alternative storage.
To protect the dock and ensure fair use, we will be appointing someone to oversee pontoon activity. Members who do not check in at the bar when staying overnight will be charged a fee to help cover the cost of monitoring and daily cleaning of unattended boats.
Let’s not forget that several members generously contributed to the construction of the new dock and bridge. We owe it to them—and to the club community—to maintain these facilities with care and respect.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Peter Dyer, PYC Commodore
Exciting News for Phuket Yacht Club Members!
We’re thrilled to unveil a brand-new format for our weekly Lucky Draw, held every Friday evening at 19:00 sharp at the Club.
🏆 Weekly Prize: THB 500 or more!
All adult PYC members are eligible to win. But here’s the twist:
* If the selected winner is NOT present at the Club when the draw takes place, the prize will be forfeited and rolled over, increasing by THB 500 each week until claimed.
* The draw will occur promptly at 19:00, so don’t be late!
Claiming Your Prize
Winners must be present and will be asked to provide their bank details for direct transfer of funds.
Come down, enjoy the evening, and you might just walk away with a growing jackpot!
2025 Membership Cards
2025 Membership cards for paid up and life members (information current at 10-June-2025] are now available for collection at the PYC Bar.
Important Notes
To obtain the Members discount when paying for food and beverage at the Club please kindly show your 2025 Membership card to PYC bar staff, this is a requirement and a condition precedent to obtain the Members discount.
No 2025 Membership Card No Discount.
Likewise, for draws, only Members who submit their card into the relevant draw will be entitled to participate.
We apologise for any inconvenience, but only fully paid-up Members are entitled to take benefit of the PYC discount and to participate in Club draws.
In case of questions or queries, please send to Secretary@Phuketyachtclub.com
PYC Racing & Regatta Schedule 2025
PYC Racing Schedule 2025
| Month | Dates | PYC Event / Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Mar | 2 | PYC Race Series 1 - PYC |
| Apr | 6 | PYC Race Series 2 - PYC |
| Apr | 20 | PYC Race Series 3 - PYC |
| May | 4 | PYC Race Series 4 - PYC |
| May | 18 | PYC Race Series 5 - PYC |
| Jun | 1 | PYC Race Series 6 - PYC |
| Aug | 3 | PYC Race Series 7 - PYC |
| Aug | 17 | PYC Race Series 8 - PYC |
| Aug | 31 | PYC Race Series 9- PYC |
PYC & External Regattas 2025
| Month | Dates | Regattas |
|---|---|---|
| Feb | 19 - 23 | Bay Regatta |
| Mar | 21 - 23 | PYC Sailor's Regatta - PYC |
| Jun | 14 - 15 | PYC Racha Rally |
| Jul | 2 - 6 | Yacht Sales Co. Regatta - PYC |
| Nov | 22 - 24 | PYC Jai Dee Regatta - PYC |
| Nov - Dec | 30 - 6 | King's Cup Regatta |
Dear PYC Members and Friends.
Post the recent PYC AGM we confirm the PYC Committee for the forthcoming year to be:
Committee Structure as of 2024
Commodore: Peter Dyer
Vice Commodore: Scott Duncanson
Rear Commodore: Doug Pauling
Treasurer: TBA
Club Secretary: Peter Beckett
Race Officer: Matt Mcgrath
Social Secretary: Mick Kealy
The PYC Committee
Dear PYC Members
Membership Renewal
Please download the membership renewal application forms below. Memberships expire on the 31st of March.Dinghy Storage
For those of you that have dinghies or multiple dinghies please find the dinghy storage renewal form attached. We have had an exciting year to date with many positive developments at our club. We would like to thank you all for your continued help and support on numerous fronts. The Committee
Learn to Sail with PYC
Both Junior and Adult sailing programmes and lessons from beginner to advanced are a regular features at Phuket Yacht club (PYC) as well as senior racing on a monthly basis.
PYC Facilities
PYC Regattas
Here at PYC we host and organise many regattas throughout the year which you may enter and join in with the excitement as well as the after party fun in the evenings.
PYC Social Events
The Phuket Yacht Club Social calendar is wide and varied and you will experience a great community atmosphere to which you will be welcomed with open arms. We hold a Quiz every couple of months to fundraise for Disabled Sailing Thailand https://disabledsailingthailand.org/ and give our members and guests a chance to pit their wits against each other. We hold regular wine tastings with guest presenters showcasing their wares, a welcome glass of Prosecco is followed by some very fine reds, whites and rosés to titillate your palate. Also yearly events such as the Melbourne Cup are high points not to be missed. The Club is also open to host private functions and celebrations from birthdays to weddings.
We are a members club with many forms of available membership options (link to members area)
PYC Newsletter - March 2023
Please click the button below to view or download the club news for December
