American Yacht Club

The American Yacht Club is one of the oldest continually operating private yacht clubs in the country. We are located in Newburyport Massachusetts on the Merrimack River, just a short jaunt from the river’s mouth. We operate as a volunteer group and the members participate in the many operations that keep the club vital and the buildings and grounds in excellent condition.The American Yacht Club is host to many regattas every year, including the Chet Young Regatta and the Rum Run Regatta. Along with these events, the AYC also organizes a sailing school to encourage and educate younger sailors in the techniques and skills of safe sailing.