AMENITIES

Southwestern Yacht Club distinguishes itself with exceptional amenities and a vibrant social scene, earning the title of the
"friendliest yacht club in San Diego."

. SWYC operates a Certified Clean Marina with 385 Wet Slips, 46 Dry Slips, 150 Dinghy Storage Rack Spaces and a 3-Ton Small Boat Hoist. In addition to our well-known social events and our marina, please see our noted amenities below.

Clubhouse

Southwestern Yacht Club boasts a modern 15,000 sq/ft Clubhouse with a variety of facilities for our Members. Enjoy dining and socializing at The Chart Room restaurant and bar, the Main Dining and Banquet rooms, and outdoor deck spaces with stunning views of the San Diego Bay, with a lower deck (where dogs are allowed to dine with you). The Clubhouse also includes a library/Members' lounge, the Ship's Store boutique featuring SWYC-branded merchandise, complimentary Wi-Fi, televisions, projectors, and three spacious meeting and communal rooms available for rent and daily use by Members. In a commitment to sustainability, the Club recently installed a 100kW solar panel system, which offsets 40% of its electricity use, generating significant energy savings.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Southwestern Yacht Club's professional Food and Beverage team, along with our Social Committee, curates a wide array of Member-favorite social events that occur throughout the year; including the annual Luau, Night in Morocco, Cheeseburger in Paradise and Carnivale. Steeped in tradition, SWYC celebrates both Closing Night and Opening Day with special ceremonies and dock parties, creating a unique and memorable experience for all Members.

For those seeking casual or elegant experiences, SWYC has both. Join us for lively events like our Bingo Night, Inmates take over the Asylum and Casino Night! For a more refined evening, enjoy our exclusive Wine Dinners and signature Tequila and Tapas nights. We also host complimentary Friday Night Entertainment, featuring local artists and bands throughout the summer months. See our Dining & Events page for more information on social offerings and events.

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Location & Marina

SWYC leases 11.7 acres of water and 3.7 acres of land from the San Diego Unified Port District. Located near the entrance of Shelter Island Yacht Basin and the San Diego Bay, we are within walking distance to Kellogg Beach. Our Members and guests enjoy ample parking, complimentary dock carts and kayak/SUP rentals. The facility includes a sail drying pole and lawn, a playground, picnic areas and grills (available by reservation) - perfect for hosting parties.

Our Certified Clean Marina offers 385 wet slips (24 to 70 feet), 46 dry slips (20 to 30 feet), a 3-ton small boat hoist, and 150 dinghy storage rack spaces. The docks are equipped with 30-amp power (some with 50-amp circuits), water, and Cox Cable (available upon request). We also have 200 feet of guest dock space with 30-amp power and water, available to Members and reciprocal club members. For questions regarding our docks or slips, contact information for our Port Captain and Port Captain’s Assistant is available upon request.

Slip Layout Directions/Maps

Community & Activities

Southwestern Yacht Club offers a variety of ongoing and annual activities that cater to diverse interests and enhance our community. As a volunteer-driven Club, we have dedicated committees focused on Members' hobbies and passions. These committees include Cruising, Decorating, Families, Photography, Trophy and Predicted Log. These committees provide the opportunity for Members to engage in their chosen areas, where their talents are celebrated and recognized by the Club and the entire Membership.

All Members are encouraged to get involved in the community and participate in activities associated with these committees! A few activities offered are: the Catalina Cruise (Cruisers), Easter flower arranging and Christmas clubhouse decor (Decorating), Bounce House Happy Hours and Movie Nights (Families), and multiple race series throughout the year (Predicted Log & Trophy). In addition, the Club will host free family fun activities including Paddle Ur Rear, bocce ball tournaments, beach cleanups, Chili Cookoff, themed BBQ's, campouts...and so much more!

Event Calendar

Facilities

SWYC offers exceptional facilities and an annex building equipped with all the necessary amenities for yachtsmen. Our annex building features 77 boat storage lockers, restrooms and showers, laundry facilities, and is connected to our Juniors Clubhouse. Our maintenance facility includes a waste oil and used filter drop-off area, with a dock maintenance team available for assistance and repairs. Additionally, SWYC provides an Angler's weigh and fillet station on-site, as well as grills available for use upon request.

Visiting Yachtsmen!

The Members and staff of SWYC welcome you to our Club. We hope your stay with us will encourage you to make us a frequent port of call. Please contact the Receptionist Staff to make a reservation at our Guest Dock. Please note we will require proof of ownership and insurance prior to or upon arrival.

Email: [email protected]
Call: (619) 222-0438

Southwestern Yacht Club offers reciprocity to select yacht clubs where reciprocal agreements have been negotiated.

Please see our list of Reciprocal Clubs.

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