Thank you for inquiring about membership in Rappahannock River Yacht Club. Although we are primarily a sailing club, we welcome all who love boats of any kind and love being on the water.  We offer three levels of Active Membership, plus Junior Memberships for those 9 - 20 years old.

Our Clubhouse, Pier, and Swimming Pool are for Members, Guests, and Visiting Yachtsmen from affiliated yacht clubs.

An Active membership in good standing is entitled to full use and enjoyment of all the Club facilities, including boats available for Membership use, subject to all of the Club policies and rules.  An Active membership is entitled to one vote and eligible to serve as an officer or director.

Applicants for Active membership must be at least 21 years old and agree to participate in Club events as well as volunteer to help in the running of Club activities such as; race management, land activities associated with events, grounds and facilities maintenance. Active participation and volunteering is not only encouraged it is expected as a responsibility of membership.

A person between the ages of 9 and 20 may apply for Junior Membership.  If the applicant is under the age of 18, the applicant’s parent or legal guardian shall sign the application and shall assume full responsibility for the applicant’s acts and/or omissions occurring during the membership period. 

Junior Membership is acquired after the applicant has been nominated by the Junior Sailing Fleet Commander, has been reviewed by the Membership Committee, and has been approved by the Board.  An applicant for Junior membership shall agree to participate in Junior Sailing activities throughout the sailing season (April 1 – October 31).

Membership Levels (depending on age)

To Apply for Membership:

• Please complete an Online Application Form Apply Online
  
  
• Identify two current club members in good standing who are willing to serve as your sponsor and endorser - they may not be from the same membership.  Their initial job will be to provide letters of recommendation (online or by email), and to introduce you to club premises and members. 
  
  
• Mail one check for the $75.00 application fee and a second check for the appropriate initiation fee per the table above. The application fee is non-refundable and will be deposited immediately:  your check for the initiation fee will be held, but not deposited, until the process described below is complete and your application has been approved by the Board of Directors.

The Application Process:

Once you submit your application and the required fees (application and initiation), we will begin the review process. We will collect a letter of introduction from you, as well as recommendations from your sponsor and endorser.

Your sponsors will then invite you to attend a social event, where they will introduce you to club members and directors.  The Membership Committee will arrange an in-person meeting with you and will distribute your letter of introduction to the full membership by email. Members will have seven days to submit comments regarding your application.

 

Following the comment period, the Board of Directors will review your application and conduct a vote. If approved, your membership will be activated, your initiation fee deposited, and you will gain access to all club facilities and privileges.

The entire application process typically takes approximately 45 to 60 days.