Activities

The LOG - monthly newsletter details the activities of the Coral Ridge Yacht Club.  Check it out to see what's going on and what is upcoming. Click here for current and back issues

Our website (use either URL)
  www.coralridgeyachtclub.com  or
www.cryc.net .  Log on to see the latest news and view photographs of Club parties, events, cruises and such.

Anc'Hers - Weekly luncheon meetings for women. Speakers are announced in the Log and on the upcoming events page of this website. The Anc'Hers meet Tuesday 11:30-12:30, main dining room; no reservations required.  It's a great way to get familiar with some of the ladies here at our Club. All women are welcome. Many members gather in the Wheel Room following the regular meeting for a "Coffee Klatch." Separate annual dues. 

Auxiliary - Monthly luncheon meeting and special program; meets 2^nd Wednesday of the month at 11:30 in the main dining room.  Reservations are required,  The New Auxiliary sponsors a monthly Fashion Show the 3^rd Wed, Fall thru Spring.  Another way to meet some of the ladies. Separate annual dues.

Balls - Several times each year the Club sponsors special formal parties, e.g. Incoming and Retiring Commodore's Balls, Change of Command, Grand Opening Party, etc. to which all CRYC members are invited and encouraged to wear either Black Tie or Service Dress Uniform. - Watch for details in the Log or mailed invitations.

Bingo - Every Tuesday evening CRYC members gather for lively Bingo. Come for cocktails at 5 p.m., dinner buffet 6-9 with Bingo beginning at 8:10 p.m. You can come for one or all the events of the evening. Casual dress is permitted. No reservations are necessary. 

Birthdays/Anniversary/New Member Party - First Thursday of every month during "season" (with the summer months combined) celebrants that fit into one of the 3 categories can party in the Main Dining Room.  Reservations are necessary. Free dinner with a card sent to you by CRYC; 6:30 p.m. cocktails, 7:30 dinner.  Jackets required for men - For more info: watch for details in the Log or call R/C Len Tower 954-568-4348

Ladies Duplicate Bridge (ACBL-sanctioned game and points) meets every Tuesday at 12:30 for an afternoon of Bridge.  Interested?  Call Charlotte Engleman 954-782-1744

Book Club - meets 2^nd Friday of each month in the Commodores Lounge at 12:30 p.m.  Reservations are required.  Click here for a list of Book Club members and the book list.  For more info: Janine Rubens 954-525-2509

Bowling - Mixed league bowls at Manor Lanes Thursday afternoons at 3:30 

Captains' Club - Captains' Club was initially for those interested in boating, but has evolved into a weekly men's luncheon meeting (Tuesday noon/8 Bells) featuring talks ranging from travel, politics, medicine, current events, entertainment, science, etc.  The bell for dismissal is usually rung by 1:15 p.m. No reservations are necessary. Some members elect to gather in the bar for "grog" beforehand at 7 Bells (11:30).  

 Separate annual dues support the Captains' Club. Application form is available at the front desk. 

Children's Summer Program at CRYC,  
For more info: Contact The front desk, Marta Salas (954-566-78860
Click here for photos

Family Activities page.  by Mark Burnam.  Check here for news and information about  Family Activities at CRYC

Fishing at CRYC.   Click here for photos

Poker - Following Captains' Club (usually from 1:30-4 p.m. on Tuesdays) there's a group that meets in the upstairs men's card room for a "friendly game" of poker. They are always looking for new players.  

Pool - Following Captains' Club (usually beginning around 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays) upstairs in the lounge. Bring your own cue or grab a stick and call "break." 

Cruises - At least once each month the boaters have an organized cruise.  Some are for an afternoon (usually small boats to a restaurant), some last for a long weekend, others can be for a week or more. Out-of-town destinations include the Keys, Bahamas, Miami, other Florida yacht clubs, etc. Sign-up sheets for cruises are posted and available at the Evening with the Cruisers (see next activity).  Often times, guests can be accommodated on the larger vessels, so even if you don't have a boat you might be able to enjoy the trip. For more info:  
Chairperson of the Cruisers: Cynthia Kelley and Phil Chinnock 954-463-8863

Evening with the Cruisers - Once a month (usually 3^rd Thursday) they gather at the Point Bar and Grille or up on the Verandah (casual dress) at 6 p.m. for cocktails followed by buffet dinner at 7 or 7:30.  Info is available about upcoming cruises and parties, activities, etc. Find out who's buying or selling a yacht.  Reservations are requested. For more info:  Chairperson of the Cruisers: Cynthia Kelly and Phil Chinnock 954-463-8863

Dance Lessons - Nearly every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on the dance floor in the Main Dining Room - no reservations are necessary; just waltz on in.  Dances taught include swing, fox trot, cha-cha, tango, etc. Cost is $15/couple or $8 single. 

Family Nights - occur most Friday nights at the Point Bar and Grille with half-price cocktails beginning at 5 pm.  

Holidays/Special Occasions - For every special day - Christmas, Easter, Mother's and Father's Day, New Year's Eve, Holiday Boat Parade, 4^th of July, etc. CRYC has an appropriate celebration - whether it's a picnic, brunch, dinner, etc. Reservations are always a must for these occasions. Watch for details in the Log, or on the web.

Parking Stickers - Stickers are required for every vehicle in your household that you regularly drive to the Club.  During special occasions (like the Holiday Boat Parade or other events when an unusually large crowd is expected) a separate parking pass is issued.  Windshield stickers are available at the front desk. For more info: call the front desk: 954-566-7886.

Parties - At least twice a month, CRYC has a party - some are "theme dress" such as Valentines or St Patrick's Day (lots of red or green depending on the particular party), or the Yachtsmen's Ball (mostly blue blazers and white pants/skirts); some are "costume" affairs such as a Shipwreck, 50's Party, April in Paris, Oktoberfest, Mardi Gras, etc. at which many in attendance wear costumes befitting the theme, but it is certainly not a requirement!
Click here for pictures of some of these parties

Reservations are necessary for all parties. For more info: watch for details in the Log or on the web call R/C Len Tower (Chairman of the Entertainment Committee) - 954-568-4348

Reciprocal Privileges With Other Yacht Clubs - Coral Ridge Yacht Club is a member of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs, an organization consisting of over 30 other Clubs throughout Florida. As a member of Coral Ridge Yacht Club, you may use the other clubs' facilities as you would CRYC and be billed on your CRYC statement. Boaters enjoy the first night docking free at other Clubs. FCYC sponsors several trips each year on major cruise lines which many CRYC members enjoy. Additionally, CRYC is a member of the Register of American Yacht Clubs which offers dining and other privileges at hundreds of other yacht clubs throughout the US. For more info: P/C Don Collins, FCYC Liaison, 954-566-5681.

Tennis - Tennis is in full swing on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays at 9 a.m. No reservations are necessary - just meet at the newly refurbished courts.   

Happy Hour every  Wednesday,  and Friday 6-8 p.m. in the Burgee Bar.  On Fridays the music is by Lynn and Terry. Dress is casual, no reservations are necessary,  but if you're staying for dinner in the Wheel Room or Dining Room, please make a reservation. Family Nights occur most Friday nights at the Point Bar and Grille, with half-priced drinks beginning at 5:30 pm.  Pot O' Gold drawing every Friday.  $100 in F&B credits goes into the pot every Friday and is rolled over and added to the next Friday until there is a winner.

Water Aerobics - every Wednesday and Friday morning at 11 in our HEATED pool. $5 (cash) per class; no reservations required - just show up ready to yak and exercise.  While it's traditionally been for the ladies, men are welcome.