Del Rey Yacht Club

What Del Rey Yacht Club does

Del Rey Yacht Club (DRYC) is a private, member-owned equity yacht club incorporated as a California non-profit corporation, founded on April 8, 1952, and headquartered at 13900 Palawan Way, Marina del Rey, California. The club operates one of the largest yacht club properties in the United States, featuring over 319 boat slips (25 to 78 feet plus 120-foot end ties), 234 dry storage lockers, 150 dinghy racks, 333 parking spaces, a heated swimming pool, a clubhouse with 180-degree main harbor channel views, and a separately operated Catalina Island (Cat Harbor) facility with moorings, galley kitchen, and picnic seating for over 250. Members participate in sailing, power boating, fishing, racing, and social activities through a comprehensive programming slate including the Berger/Stein Racing Series, junior and adult sailing instruction, an anglers program, an annual cruise schedule, and dining across three venues (Harbor View Dining Room, Aft Deck Cafe, and Commodore's Lounge).

The club's underlying technology stack is minimal and industry-standard, relying on Jonas Club Software for member management, billing, and event administration — there are no proprietary technology assets, AI/ML capabilities, or digital products. Operations are fundamentally physical-asset-driven, anchored by a long-term lease with Los Angeles County (originally signed in 1962 and extended through 2047) for its marina-front location, and a reciprocal network of approximately 700 yacht clubs worldwide that grants members cruising privileges globally.

DRYC generates revenue through five primary streams: recurring annual membership dues across five tiers (Flag full-equity, Mariner stepping-stone, Corinthian social-only, Intermediate ages 18-40, and Junior Racing under 18), recurring slip and storage fees, food and beverage operations (with members receiving subsidized pricing and reciprocal guests paying a 15% fee), banquet and private event hosting, and transaction-based guest slip fees. Membership pricing is not publicly disclosed. The club is governed by an annually elected Bridge of Commodores (Susan Artof as 2026 Commodore) and a Board of Directors; it has no parent company, no external investors, and no funding rounds. Marketing is conducted primarily through the club's website, social media, annual open houses, personal tours, word-of-mouth referrals, and earned media through the Southern California Yachting Association, which has named DRYC Yacht Club of the Year seven times (2006, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019).

Name

Del Rey Yacht Club

Legal name

Del Rey Yacht Club

Website

https://dryc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1952

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Del Rey Yacht Club is a member-owned, non-profit equity yacht club founded in 1952 in Marina del Rey, California, serving ~500 members with 319 boat slips, a Catalina Island facility, dining venues, racing programs, and reciprocal privileges at ~700 yacht clubs worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Yacht Club Services

NAICS

Marinas (71393), Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Sailing & Water Sports Teams/Clubs (Sailing, Rowing, Surfing) (MPAKABAH)

Keywords

• Yacht club membership
• Marina slip rentals
• Sailing instruction
• Yacht racing events
• Boat club facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Marina Del Rey

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from multiple membership categories including Flag, Mariner, Corinthian, Intermediate, and Junior Racing memberships. Members receive access to all club facilities, dining, and activities.
2. Slip Fees: Members pay slip fees for boat storage. DRYC controls and maintains over 319 slips exclusively for members. Additional dry storage lockers and dinghy racks available for rent.
3. Food & Beverage: Revenue from dining room, bar/lounge, and Aft Deck Cafe operations. Members receive subsidized pricing while reciprocal guests pay a 15% fee.
4. Banquets and Private Events: Catering and venue rental for member events including weddings, anniversaries, bar/bat mitzvahs, and corporate events.
5. Guest Slip Fees: Reciprocal yacht club guests pay for guest slips with 30/50 amp electrical service. Deposit required for club key access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Del Rey Yacht Club is a member-owned equity yacht club offering membership across multiple tiers (Flag, Mariner, Corinthian, Intermediate, and Junior Racing), 319+ marina slips with dry storage and dinghy racks, an owned Catalina Island facility (Cat Harbor), and dining, racing, sailing instruction, fishing, cruising, banquet, and filming location services. Members receive access to clubhouse amenities, reciprocal privileges at roughly 700 yacht clubs worldwide, and structured junior and adult sailing programs. The club generates revenue from annual dues, slip/storage fees, food and beverage, banquets, guest slip fees, and event sponsorships.

Product overview

Del Rey Yacht Club is a member-owned equity yacht club founded in 1952, offering a comprehensive portfolio of boating and social services. The core offering centers on club membership (with multiple tiers including Flag, Mariner, Corinthian, Intermediate, and Junior Racing), complemented by marina facilities (319+ slips and dry storage), an owned Catalina Island facility (Cat Harbor), and extensive dining options (Harbor View Dining Room, Aft Deck Cafe, and Commodore's Lounge). The club supports diverse water activities through racing programs (Berger/Stein Series, Sundown Series), sailing instruction (Adult Keelboat Course and Junior Program), cruising schedules, and an Angler's program. Additional services include banquet/private event hosting, filming location rentals, educational seminars (Safety at Sea), and social activities like book clubs and SeaVenturers gatherings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Club Membership

Quantifiable outcome

• Internationally ranked junior sailors
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Channel Islands Yacht ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRYC and Channel Islands Yacht Club partner annually to run the 45-mile Channel Islands to Marina del Rey (CI2MdR) race - a spinnaker downwind race from Oxnard to Marina del Rey. Racers enjoy ChIYC's pre-race steak dinner and breakfast, then join DRYC for a Tiki-themed post-race party and awards.
• Encinal Yacht ClubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReciprocal yacht club relationship allowing DRYC members to visit and vice versa when traveling to Alameda, CA
• Southern California Yachting Association (SCYA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRYC is a member of SCYA and has been recognized as SCYA 'Yacht Club of the Year' seven times. DRYC participates in SCYA events and programming including Midwinters Opti Regatta.
• Association of Santa Monica Bay Yacht Clubs (ASMBYC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRYC participates in ASMBYC High Point Series with four races from the Berger/Stein Series scored in the series annually.
• United States Sailing Association (US Sailing)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDRYC is a member of US Sailing and hosts US Sailing sanctioned events including Safety at Sea Seminars and Basic Race Management Seminars.
• UK SailmakersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUK Sailmakers is a sponsor/partner of DRYC's Berger/Stein Racing Series, providing support for the region's largest random leg race series.
• West MarineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWest Marine is a sponsor/partner of DRYC's Berger/Stein Racing Series.
• Santa Monica Bay Sailing FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSMBSF partners with DRYC on sailing programs and events including Safety at Sea Seminars.
• Marina Vallarta (Mexico)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAs a result of DRYC's organizing of the first international race to Puerto Vallarta in 1971, Marina Vallarta and Marina del Rey became Sister Marinas.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Balboa Yacht Club: Established Newport Beach-area yacht club with deep racing heritage, dining, and reciprocal access. Closest peer institutionally for racing programs and member-driven culture, but located in Orange County.
• California Yacht Club: Long-standing marina-based yacht club in Marina del Rey / Westchester, offering reciprocal memberships, dining, racing, and junior programs directly comparable to DRYC. Operates in the same harbor, sharing the same reciprocal network and competitive set.
• Long Beach Yacht Club: Long Beach-based yacht club with extensive racing, junior, and social programming. Comparable in size, structure, and member services; competes in the regional yacht-club membership pool.
• Alamitos Bay Yacht Club: Long Beach-area yacht club with comparable racing, junior, and member amenities. Operates in the same harbor basin and participates in the same regional yachting associations.
• King Harbor Yacht Club: Southern California yacht club in Redondo Beach with similar membership tiers, racing programs, junior sailing, and reciprocal relationships. Direct competitor for SoCal boating families and slip holders.
• Newport Beach Yacht Club: Premier Southern California yacht club active in competitive sailing, offering comparable membership tiers, clubhouse dining, and reciprocals. Direct competitor for high-net-worth boating families in the broader SoCal market.

Others

• Marina del Rey Marina (County-operated): County-operated marina surrounding DRYC's leased parcel. Provides slip rentals and harbor services to non-members, setting baseline slip pricing and regulatory backdrop against which DRYC's member-owned slips compete.
• Riviera Country Club: Pacific Palisades-based private equity club with comparable member-owned structure, initiation fees, and high-net-worth demographic. Useful structural analog for sustained member equity club economics, though not a marine recreation venue.

Broad incumbents

• St. Francis Yacht Club: Larger, more prestigious San Francisco yacht club with broad racing, social, and reciprocal operations. Comparable membership-club structure but operates in a different regional market and at a higher institutional tier.
• San Diego Yacht Club: One of the largest and most decorated yacht clubs on the West Coast, with deep racing pedigree and reciprocal network. Comparable in member services and infrastructure but on a significantly larger scale and in a different market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/drycla
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCVKhdkIUnLezJeCow-Wf2Lw
• Facebookfacebook.com/Del-Rey-Yacht-Club-111715472197637
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/del-rey-yacht-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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