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The Royal Vancouver Yacht Club

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“ Oh wait, have some random kid come up to you before you walk down the aisle and tell you that you look like a princess might help too. ” in 2 reviews

“ Good selection of seafood and the carvery had prime rib and turkey with all the fixings. ” in 2 reviews

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3811 Point Grey Road

Vancouver, BC V6R 1B3

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We had a party here for my in-laws 40th anniversary. It is a beautiful place in a great location, with that grandness you would expect from a yacht club. They set us up in a separate room and there was a set menu. The meal started with some butternut squash soup. This was very nice. It was followed up with a Caesars salad that was just OK. The main course was salmon with veggies and rice. The salmon was overcooked, but this happens often in groups. My favorite part was the dessert, pecan pie with ice cream. Worth visiting.

Salmon dish

*This is a review of the yacht club as a wedding locale only* What better place to feel like a princess for a day than someplace with "Royal" in the title. Oh wait, have some random kid come up to you before you walk down the aisle and tell you that you look like a princess might help too. Hubby and I were lucky enough to get married here going on a few years ago, but I've always wanted to yelp about how special this place was and made for an absolutely perfect day. I know, cliche right? But believe it or not, I'm not one of those people who dreamt about a wedding day and I didn't want to get overly involved with the details. I was the anti-Bridezilla. The person in charge of events at RVYC took care of a lot of the details since I was planning my wedding from California. I've heard about some wedding locations that have a lot of rules (no personal flowers or decorations, etc.) but the people at RVYC were very accommodating. We ended up getting married on the lawn behind the club which is perfect for a small to medium size wedding. We had to rent the chairs ourselves but that was relatively pain free. My bridesmaids and family also decorated the dining room themselves. They have several preset menus to choose from. We ended up doing a midday wedding and had a great assortment of hot and cold dishes. For a yacht club the prices were not ridiculous and at the time we actually thought it was pretty reasonable. The food was all five star. The desserts were absolutely incredible. They are also able to accommodate canapes and beverage service. No matter what the weather wants to do, the huge windows in the dining area provide a gorgeous view of the water, which is perfect for a place where it can potentially rain just about every day of the year. I come from a sailing family so I was lucky enough to be able to have a wedding here. At the time (I don't know what the rules are now) you had to be a member or closely associated to one. If you can snag it, I say by all means look at having your wedding at this yacht club.

Is a beautiful day watching this 6-meter world's from the upper deck at the rvyc The sashimi was very good tuna and salmon served very nicely and they had a really nice bison burger with melted cheese that was really nicely done as a special today Wonderful location It is not open to the public. A private club

We attended a 50th birthday party at the RVYC this past weekend. We were impressed with the view, the service and the food. It was a fantastic venue and everyone one that attended had an amazing time! We also had a family dinner here a couple years ago with our children (7 & 2) and the lower level restaurant was also lovely, tasty food and very family friendly.

Came here for our work Christmas dinner party. Beautiful venue with view of the water. Nicely decorated in and out, not over done. The buffet dinner was fabulous! Good selection of seafood and the carvery had prime rib and turkey with all the fixings. The dessert table was just as long as the dinner buffet. Every dessert imaginable was available. Servers were attentive. Wonderful atmosphere.

Out of all the yacht clubs I've been to, this is definitely top 3. The clubhouse is beautiful, the location unbeatable, great service, good food, and a vibrant sailing community to mingle with. To dine here or use the club facilities, one must have a membership to the club or at a reciprocating club, so many simply can't go, but there is a way - start sailing! The Club maintains the most visited directory of sailors looking to crew for racing. Learn to sail a bit, sign up on the crew bank. Someone from the club will likely contact you asking you to crew on the recreational Wednesday night races, after which there is always a social gathering at the bar/restaurant for the sailors. If you sail on a member's boat, you'll likely be invited into the club for a drink or dinner. So, start sailing! Of course, if you like, you can always apply for membership, and knowing how to sail and having a sponsor for the club racing community won't hurt ;)

Clubhouse from the docks

Great food, great people, great view! A club worth joining if you are a boater of any type.

I've been attending the Christmas buffet with my family, and coming here for special occasions since I was a baby. The food has always been great and the Club itself is gigantic and beautiful. I love the giant wooden spiral staircase. On sunny days you get an amazing view of all the boats, the ocean, and the mountains in the distance. The staff have always been warm, friendly, and attentive. The buffet this year was as great as expected. Although I felt slightly limited because I am a vegetarian and none of the hot dishes had labels, so I avoided anything that wasn't obviously a potato or something. The dessert buffet was to DIE for. I'm so glad I left room.. I piled my dessert plate high and headed back to the table. The chocolate cream pie was amazing, the cheesecake was creamy and wonderful.. one of the best I've ever had, and the eggnog creme brulee was incredible. I've been talking about it for days to anyone who will listen. The Christmas dinner buffet does have a dress code of "informal festive". Basically no jeans or athletic shoes. I was disappointed to see a few attendees ignore this. You are also not permitted to use your cellphone inside.

The view alone is worth five stars!!! We had the sushi and sashimi the toro was amazing!!! The tuna tartar also amazing. If you know a member get them to take you. If the wind is down you may even get to paddle board!

I must say, in the interest of full disclosure that I am not generally a fan of clubs unless they are professional ones. I have been to yacht clubs like this one where guests treated the staff as if they worked exclusively to satisfy their needs (demands?). From my experience here as a guest I have been impressed with the down-to-earth, caring staff and members who didn't seem to be there merely in order to be seen. The food at lunch is tasty. The club sandwich was so big that half each was more than enough. I really liked the random, home made look of the turkey instead of that bleached-white chicken or turkey in razor thin slices that is often used. The lobster bisque was tasty with juicy, not mushy pieces of seafood. The dessert choices could be more creative but that's a minor quibble. If you are lucky enough to be here on a clear day, the view is fantastic and it's a great place to dream. And maybe drink Moet et Chandon as the people sitting next to us were.

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Top private clubs in vancouver, gentlemen at the vancouver club.

Private clubs were first formed in the 18th century in London for aristocratic gentlemen as a place where they could relax, do business, or mingle with their friends. As Britain’s middle classes became richer, they wanted their own clubs. These days, many private clubs are cosmopolitan affairs, counting women members and seeking creative professionals for an edgy atmosphere. Canadian private clubs also have a long history, with a few longstanding clubs with wide-ranging membership criteria. Here’s our pick of private clubs in Vancouver.

The Vancouver Club

915 west hastings street established in 1889.

The oldest club in our vibrant city, full of old-world charm and looking to the future at the same time, The Vancouver Club can be found in a heritage building that’s a fine piece of real estate. It was the old gentlemen’s club at first, but it changed in the 1990s when it allowed women to become full members. Members are people from industries of every stripe, from diverse local companies and young creative organizations to global ventures.

This club is the best place to dine, play, relax, and connect with other professionals who are the creative energy of the West Coast. You may fully enjoy your adult world, as kids are not allowed , except Friday nights in the Grill, or on special occasions like Christmas or Easter and the annual Princess Ball (where you can make your little girl’s dream come true). The Vancouver club boasts its own in-house barbershop , wine- and spirit-tasting rooms, fine cuisine led by the expert passion of executive chef Sean Cousins , Bar III — the perfect place to play poker or have a cocktail, and the $2 million wine cellar (the club is one of the largest wine buyers in BC) that can no doubt satisfy everyone.

Dessert Table at The Vancouver Club

Of course, there are rules that need to be followed. Unless you have a private room for a business meeting, you cannot have your papers on your table. Always keep the dress code in mind; business casual is the minimum, so no denim or sportswear. Women are allowed to wear pants (but dresses are preferred), while men have to wear a jacket (or blazer) in the Georgian Room . Leave your cell at home, but if you are too attached to this piece of technology, keep in mind that cellphone use is banned outside of the special phone booths. If you think this is exactly what you’re looking for and that you’ll fit right in, you will require a proposer, a seconder, and three references.

Barber Shop at Vancouver Club

Other Perks: Men’s Black Tie Lobster dinner, a port and chocolate tasting, live jazz in Bar 3, father and sons dinner

Fees: Entrance starts at $68 a month for three years and monthly dues start at $104 , details available online

Terminal City Club

837 west hastings street established in 1892.

Terminal City Club has always played an important role in the city, with its members making significant contributions to the business and political activity of the City of Vancouver and the Province of British Columbia. Much like the Vancouver Club, this club is also a mix of history and modernism, and everything here screams luxury. It’s a favourite place for Vancouver’s finance sector.

Reading Room at Terminal City Club

This club is rather expensive, but it is for rich people who have money to burn, right? The pretty steep coin gains access the to club’s facilities: two restaurants, a fitness centre, a lounge, The Lions pub (a gorgeous piece of Gastown history), a snooker room (everything here is so British), a reading room downstairs with beautiful oak desks and armchairs, and the cherry on top, a 25-metre ozonated (chlorine-free), glass-encased pool with views of the North Shore Mountain Range.

Terminal City Club has a strict dress code as well: business attire is a must, and you are not allowed to use your cellphone. Play it cool and go back to the good old days by using a small telephone booth to make your calls. Kids are allowed , and for some this might be a downside. Membership is obtained through the acquisition of a common share, and all applicants are presented to the Board of Directors for approval and are then put forward to the membership for balloting.

Swimming Pool at Terminal City Club

Tip: Book a night at Terminal City’s boutique hotel (so what if you don’t live far away?), which has 143 excellent/very good reviews out of 159, and get a guest entry to the club.

Other Perks: the 1892 Restaurant with incredibly flavourful cuisine and an award-winning wine list, over 160 reciprocal arrangements with clubs worldwide

Fees: Initiation fee starts at $8,849 with $246.50 in monthly dues for people over 45

Hollyburn Country Club

950 cross creek road, west vancouver established in 1963.

This Hamptons-style club situated mountainside on 42 acres of West Vancouver’s renowned British Properties is probably the best fitness club in B.C. and a key to a better and healthier life. Besides sports, this is also a private hub for dining, entertaining, socializing, and business. The Hollyburn Country Club caters to the modern family and its demanding lifestyle, offering swimming pools, twenty-five tennis courts, seven squash courts, three ice rinks, fitness facilities, a wellness centre, and many lessons to choose from: badminton, hockey, karate, figure skating, curling, cycling, and more.

It’s a great place to take your kids, and if they’re not crazy for sports, put them in the homework room, where they are taken care of, and as a reward for good grades at school, you can arrange a birthday party here for them. The food is great, and the view of the city is stunning — you can choose to eat on the outdoor deck, taking in the Burrard Inlet and Mount Baker.

Fitness at Hollyburn Country Club

Other Perks: 90 affiliated clubs worldwide and spring and summer camps for kids (so you can have a break and enjoy the facilities yourself)

Fees: $45,000 for a lifetime family membership (plus applicable taxes) and monthly dues starting at $277

The Royal Vancouver Yacht Club

3811 point grey road (the main clubhouse) established in 1903.

Different from the other listed clubs (but worth mentioning), The Royal Vancouver Yacht Club is based on the principles of tradition, volunteerism, and a love of yachting. It has much to offer everyone who’s into yachts and sailing (and more). Without doubt, this is also one of the best kept secrets in Vancouver for fine dining and they have an excellent wine selection. The Club has nine yachting facilities, including two Vancouver marinas (the Jericho Clubhouse accommodates a wide range of club and private functions and Coal Harbour Marina & Restaurant provides simple breakfast and lunch in a relaxed atmosphere) and seven offshore stations. Another bonus is The Nautical Library , where members can enjoy books by yachters for yachters, the RVYC community for women, and the many yacht programs and events.

Yachts at Vancouver Harbour

There is not much public information about this club to find, and we were told by Melissa Seraglio , club liaison, that

because the Club is of a private nature, we unfortunately will not be able to provide you with the information you are looking for.

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A prospective member must be proposed and seconded by Active, Honorary Life, or Special club members. The proposer vouches for the character and suitability of the applicant. The process takes about three months and has several stages.

Tip: A nice place to hold a wedding

Fees: On request

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Entrance Fees and Monthly Dues

Active Members must be 19 years of age. The total Membership Fee is non-refundable.  Applications must include the non-refundable minimum deposit as outlined below. Membership fees can be amortized over four years (see table below). 

* Minimum Membership Deposit -  25% of the Total Membership Fee , or $1,000.00 (whichever is greater), plus 5% GST, calculated on the Total Membership Fee. ** Year 1 - The first 12 months are interest free. *** Years 2 through 4  - – Monthly payment interest is reviewed and adjusted annually in November of each year, and is calculated at TD Bank Rate (TD Prime) +1%. The 2023/24 rate is 8.2%.

EXAMPLES FOR 19-25 YEARS OF AGE

EXAMPLES FOR 46 YEARS OF AGE AND OVER

Active Monthly Membership Dues

As of July 1, 2022, the entrance fee for an Affiliate Member is $2,000 + GST. Payment for this fee and the tax is to be included with an Affiliate membership application submitted to the Club Office. The monthly dues are $97.85+ GST. Should an Affiliate Member decide to, they can apply to the Board to convert to an Active Membership. This will allow them to use the outstations and start earning seniority to access Club moorage in the future. They will receive a discount on their Entrance Fee of five percent per year of membership to a maximum of 10 years, plus a credit for the original Affiliate entrance fee paid. The Affiliate membership category is currently capped at 30 members and is currently fully subscribed. If you are interested in adding your name to the waiting list for Affiliate Membership, please contact the Club Office [email protected] .

Minimum age 16, maximum age 26. Intermediate Members who are also a full-time student are eligible for a 50% reduction of their regular quarterly dues. At age 27, an Intermediate Member is required to become an Active Member. They will be required to pay the current Membership Fee for 27 years of age, less 5% per year for each year they have been a Member, up to a maximum of 10 years. They will also be entitled to a discount equal to all dues paid since they became a Member. 

Applicants for Junior Membership must be between 4 and 18 years of age. A Junior Member is an individual membership. For Juniors whose parents are Members, the annual dues are reduced. At 16 years of age, a Junior Member has the option to transfer to an Intermediate or Intermediate Student Member. This change allows the Member to begin accumulating seniority as it relates to the eligibility of a future vessel moorage assignment. If a Junior elects to remain a Junior beyond 16, they will be required to transfer to Intermediate, Intermediate Student or Active when they reach 19 years of age to maintain their Membership. All previously paid dues go toward reducing the Membership fee, plus a 5% discount for each year of membership, to a maximum of 10 years (as specified in the bylaws).

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New Crew, Meet & Greet

Every year the  Martin 242 Fleet  holds a meet and greet at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to enlist those interested in racing on these One-Design sailboats.

Date: Wednesday – March 30th, 2022

Time: 7:00PM-9:00PM PDT

Location: Royal Vancouver Yacht Club – Lower Boardrooms

Registration Link Here

If you have mastered the basics of sailing and would like to try racing, or if you are an experienced competitive sailor, and would like to pair your skills with some of the Pacific Northwest’s top sailors, the Vancouver Martin242 Fleet is for you.

This is a FREE event and  you do not need to be a yacht club member to attend  or to race during the season.

We’ll get together in the lower Boardroom of the Club where you’ll have the chance to meet different skippers and other crew looking to join up for the coming season. Please check back to our website closer to the event to follow the latest COVID-19 restrictions.

Dress is casual (we’re Sailors). There might be a beer or glass of wine with your name on it if you register!  Check out our website .