The Sarasota Yacht Club has a deep commitment to the yachting tradition. Founded in 1926, SYC is one of the original 13 members of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. Members reflect that heritage: they are successful professionals hailing from all over the world with a common interest in luxury waterfront living. Membership spans a wide range of age, professional experience, and recreational interests. Camaraderie abounds and the amenities are extraordinary. In this private, year-round club, the only limitation is how much members want to participate. Whether a member owns a boat or not, the Sarasota Yacht Club offers the benefits of a private social club with high-class services and facilities. The clubhouse offers hospitality services such as special event catering, meeting spaces, and restaurants that are unrivaled in the south Florida area. The marina facility has docks that can accommodate vessels up to 100 feet LOA and 10 feet draft. The docks were renovated in 2015 and are open to club members and members of partner clubs. There are plenty of kayaks, paddleboards, and sailboats that are available for rent by all members. In 2015, Sarasota Yacht Club was honored with BoardRoom Magazine's Distinguished Emerald Club Award, reserved for the top 5% of private clubs in the world. This couldn't have happened without a well-trained and dedicated staff and members who make SYC their second home.