The Coral Ridge Yacht Club Sailing & Watersports Foundation is dedicated to investing in the future of sailing and watersports for children and adults of all ages. The Foundation's goal is to introduce, promote and encourage the sports of sailing, power boating, yachting, scuba diving and other watersports by providing access to the water, vessels and related activities for all participants. The Foundation sponsored educational and recreational programs will promote the social interaction of the participants, while increasing their awareness, proficiency, seamanship and safety while boating, sailing and scuba diving.
Recent Foundation News
Foundation Log – May 2026
The Party with a Purpose was a great success this year as always. We had amazing support from our guests. The gourmet meal was excellent and was accompanied by wine at each table or your choice of cocktails from the bar. Our cocktail reception began at 6:30pm with an open bar and a fabulous assortment of hors d oeuvres including my favorite lollypop lamb chops. Our Chef, Kitchen Staff and
Discover Scuba Diving at CRYC
Coral Ridge Yacht Club members ages 10 and up are welcome to participate in a new program offered by Scuba4Good and the CRYC Sailing and Watersports Foundation. Try Scuba Diving at the Club Pool on May 2nd, 2026 For more information, contact Rich Barnhart at 954-980-7795
Safe Boating Course
Your CRYC Sailing and Watersports Foundation is sponsoring a safe boating course this Saturday, April 25th, 8:00-4:30, in the Commodore’s Lounge. Taught by member and certified instructor Hal Burke. Earn your NASBLA and Florida Boating Credentials. Perfect for kids and new adult boaters. Get insurance discounts. Lunch included! Use code BROWARD26 for a $40 discount. Follow these links to register. Adult registration:https://pompanosafeboating.com/course-checkout/ols/products/cryc-abc-adult-ticket Child registration:https://pompanosafeboating.com/course-checkout/ols/products/cryc-abc-child-ticket Discount code: BROWARD26
Sailing Camp – Summer 2026
The Foundation is proud to announce that we are offering another summer sailing camp in cooperation with the city of Fort Lauderdale. The camp will be held at the Coral Ridge Yacht Club Sailing and Watersports Center. There will be three 2-week sessions for in cooperation with the city of Fort Lauderdale and one 2-week session for CRYC members only. CRYC members may participate in any of the 4 sessions.
Foundation Log – March 2026
We are very pleased to announce that Kate Donovan and Ashley Walker will be joining the CRYC Sailingand Water Sports Foundation Board. They will be joining our existing Board members: Bob Epstein-President, Maynard Hellman-Vice President, Roz Alford-Secretary/Treasurer, Larry Bohannon-Parliamentarian, Kevin Cassell, Rich Barnhart, Gil Bieger, Chip Starkey and Paul Erickson. At this point the dates for the Summer Sailing Camp have been set. I expect the details for registrationwill be
Foundation Log – January 2026
As we begin the new year, I look back on 2025 as one of the most successful years for your Foundation. We had a very successful Summer Sailing Camp in concert with the City of Ft. Lauderdale. They have proven to be great partners in helping to achieve our mutual goals. They not only provide us with resources but also vet participants in our program and provide scholarships to many