WHAT'S NEW AT VYC
VYC On The Water Series 2026/27
No Boat? No Problem—Get Out on the Water with VYC!
Looking to spend more time on the water but don’t own a boat? Vallarta Yacht Club makes it easy to enjoy boating, sailing, fishing, snorkeling, and unforgettable adventures on beautiful Banderas Bay.
VYC members enjoy access to the club’s boat fleet, along with our monthly On the Water Series—a year-round lineup of activities designed for members of all experience levels. Whether you are an experienced sailor, interested in learning new boating skills, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing day on the bay, there is something for everyone.
In addition to time on the water, membership at Vallarta Yacht Club offers social events, dining at Picante Grill, new friendships, volunteer opportunities, and the chance to become part of an active and welcoming community.
Vallarta Yacht Club Welcomes New Commodore and Board
The Vallarta Yacht Club is pleased to announce a newly appointed Board of Directors. Board members include :
BBR: Thirty-Three Years of Sailing Fun!
Join the Tradition: Banderas Bay Regatta XXXIII – March 17–21, 2026
For more than three decades, the Banderas Bay Regatta (BBR) has been the centerpiece of the sailing season on Banderas Bay. Blending spirited yacht racing with unforgettable shoreside fun, it has grown into one of Mexico’s premier cruising events. Each year, BBR delivers exhilarating sailing by day and legendary parties by night.
Meet Our New Member: Steve McMullen
We’re delighted to welcome Steve McMullen to the Vallarta Yacht Club—a lifelong entrepreneur from the Toronto area who is embracing a brand-new chapter on the water.
Steve spent most of his working life as an independent businessman, building a successful career through dedication and hard work. His boating background has been primarily in motorboats, with only limited exposure to sailing. But retirement opened the door to new possibilities, new skills, and new adventures.
Bear Bloomquist - From Boat Kid to Club Member
Some members arrive at the Vallarta Yacht Club ready to sail. Some arrive ready to volunteer. And every now and then, one arrives who has truly grown up around the club. Our newest member, Bear Bloomquist, first “stepped” into VYC in January 2003—at just seven months old. Well… he may have crawled in, but the welcome was the same.
From that moment on, Bear was embraced as part of the VYC family. The staff, including Eloy and Rudy, have treated him like one of their own for over two decades, and Bear has always considered the Club a home base—no matter where in the world he happened to be.
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