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LDYC is on the outskirts of Deneysville village, 120 km or 80 minutes drive from most areas on the Witwatersrand and is within driving and sailing distance to Villiers and Oranjeville. Deneysville itself hosts 4 other Yacht Clubs. The Vaal Dam’s shoreline runs for approximately 600 kilometers and is home to 8 other yacht clubs and 6 marinas. Situated on the banks of the Vaal Dam, LDYC is by far the largest yacht club with 420 full members, who fund and run the establishment on a volunteer basis, with the support of full time staff. We offer a full range of membership options to suit your lifestyle and pocket. The Club is sited on 44 hectares which provides:
There’s much more to LDYC than Sailing For Grownups:
For Kids:
For Family & Friends:
LDYC is home to prolific bird life and indigenous flora for those interested in gentler pursuits. SERIOUS ABOUT SAILING? LDYC members compete spiritedly in the year long racing calendar events on the Dam and in provincial and national competition. The club is fully equipped for sailing enthusiasts :
Non-competitive sailors at LDYC participate actively in the year-long calendar of blissful and romantic weekend social cruises which overnight at several destinations around the Vaal Dam. LDYC’s claim to fame is the annual hosting of the ‘Round the Island Race’ in February every year. Established in 1958, it is the largest inland yacht race in the world and sailors compete from all over the country. The record entry was 721 boats. In 1999, 453 boats competed for the honours. On average, 1,800 sailors and 3,300 visitors descend on the Club grounds to participate in the fun, festivity and challenge of the race. POWER-BOATERS ARE WELCOME! Unlike many Yacht Clubs, we welcome powerboats. A dedicated slipway for launching is provided.
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