Club de Yates Algarrobo

What Club de Yates Algarrobo does

Club de Yates Algarrobo (CYA) is a private non-profit corporation (corporación de derecho privado sin fines de lucro) founded in 1945 and formally constituted on 28 October 1946, operating from its waterfront headquarters at Avenida Carlos Alessandri #2447 in Algarrobo, Valparaíso Region, Chile. The club originated from a 1939 beach land donation by Don Carlos Alessandri to a group of sailing enthusiasts, and over 80 years has become what its own materials describe as Chile's principal nautical center and the birthplace of most of the country's accomplished competitive sailors. It is governed by an elected Board of Directors (President Carmina Fuentes) and operated by General Manager Claudio Casorzo with a small staff of administrators, instructors, yard personnel, and porters.

The club's service portfolio centers on five lines: (1) membership subscriptions with a one-year provisional 'socio transeunte' path to active 'socio activo' status and undisclosed annual fees; (2) sailing instruction through the Escuela de Vela covering Optimist dinghy sailing at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, plus the Patrón Deportivo de Bahía professional certification course; (3) competitive regatta hosting across Optimist, ILCA, J-105, and Snipe classes, including national championship-level events such as the Optimist Gran Prix circuit; (4) the Club de los Piratas weekend children's program and a free interscholastic sailing initiative serving ages 6-18; and (5) ancillary revenue from on-site restaurant operations (outsourced to partner 2K Marina Sunset), social events (e.g., Noche Estelar, priced at CLP $22,000-30,000 per person), boat sales, and reciprocal sailing agreements with Club de Yates la Herradura and Yacht Club de Chile. There is no proprietary technology, mobile app, or digital distribution channel; all services are delivered in-person at the club's physical facilities.

Revenue is generated through four streams: recurring membership dues, course fees for non-members, event hosting and regatta participation fees, and restaurant commissions. Distribution is exclusively direct-to-consumer via the Algarrobo site, with marketing conducted through Instagram (@club_de_yates_algarrobo), Facebook (CYA.ALGARROBO), a WordPress-based website (cya.cl), email, and community word-of-mouth — no paid advertising is in evidence. The club reports approximately 11 employees in the firmographic profile, though detailed headcount data indicates operational staffing across yard, instruction, porter, cleaning, and administrative functions totaling meaningfully more. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the entity has no parent company, no subsidiaries, and no institutional investors.

Name

Club de Yates Algarrobo

Legal name

Club de Yates de Algarrobo

Website

https://cya.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Club de Yates Algarrobo is a Chilean non-profit yacht club founded in 1945, offering sailing instruction, national-level regatta hosting, and social recreation for members, competitive sailors, and youth in the Valparaíso region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Yacht Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAJAJAG

Sailing Experiences (Lessons, Regattas, Day Sails)

Travel & Hospitality/Tours, Attractions & Experiences/Marine & Water Experiences (Boat Tours, Diving, Snorkeling, Fishing)

Keywords

• Yacht club membership
• Sailing education programs
• Regatta event hosting
• Nautical sports facility
• Recreational boating services

Headquarters

HQ city

Algarrobo

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees including quota de incorporacion (joining fee) and yearly nautical fees. Members progress from 'socio transeunte' (temporary member) to 'socio activo' (active member) after one year evaluation.
2. Restaurant Operations: On-site restaurant managed by 2K Marina Sunset, providing dining services to members and visitors. Generates revenue through food and beverage sales during club operating hours.
3. Event Hosting: Hosting of regattas, social events, and private celebrations. Revenue generated through event tickets, venue rental, and participation fees for sailing competitions.
4. Sailing Courses: Nautical education programs including sailing courses (Optimist, ILCA, Patrón Deportivo de Bahía), offering training for beginners through advanced levels. Open to both members and non-members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Club de Yates Algarrobo is a private non-profit yacht club offering sailing education programs (Escuela de Vela and Patrón Deportivo de Bahía course), competitive regatta hosting across Optimist, ILCA, J-105 and Snipe classes, a weekly children's nautical activity program (Club de los Piratas), on-site dining via a partner-operated restaurant (2K Marina Sunset), boat sales listings, and member-only access to its protected waterfront facilities in Algarrobo, Chile.

Product overview

Club de Yates Algarrobo is a non-profit yacht club founded in 1945 offering a unified portfolio of nautical and social services. The core offerings include sailing instruction through the Escuela de Vela (Sailing School) with Optimist courses for beginners through advanced levels, competitive regatta events across multiple boat classes (Optimist, ILCA, J105, Snipe), and children's activities via the Club de los Piratas. Additional services include the Patrón Deportivo de Bahía professional certification course, on-site restaurant operated by 2K Marina Sunset, and a boat sales section. The club also maintains reciprocal agreements with Club de Yates la Herradura and Yacht Club de Chile for member exchange.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Club Membership Private non-profit corporation membership providing access to the club's nautical sports facilities, sailing competitions, restaurant, and social events. Members pay annual fees including a joining fee (cuota de incorporación) and yearly nautical fees.
• Escuela de Vela (Sailing School) Nautical courses and sailing instruction in Optimist dinghies offered at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels. The school provides boats on loan and is open to both members and non-members of the club.
• Curso Patrón Deportivo de Bahía Professional nautical certification course combining 50% theory and 50% practical training, teaching fundamental navigation concepts and maritime safety skills for bay-level boating.
• Club de los Piratas Weekly children's nautical and sports activity program for all ages, held every weekend from 12:00 to 18:00. Operated by monitor Andrea Gálvez; club membership is not required.
• Regatta Events Organized sailing competitions across multiple boat classes including Optimist (children), ILCA, J-105, and Snipe. Includes the Optimist Grand Prix series, J-105 National Championships, Snipe Championships, and ILCA Chile circuit events.
• Restaurant Services (2K Marina Sunset) On-site restaurant and dining services for club members and visitors, operated by partner 2K Marina Sunset. Provides casual dining, cocktails, and event catering for member events and social gatherings.
• Ventas (Boat Sales) Sales section offering boats and nautical equipment, featuring listings such as J-105 class vessels for sale to members and buyers in the sailing community.

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Club de Yates la HerraduraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Exchange agreement between Club de Yates Algarrobo and Club de Yates la Herradura, located in La Herradura, Coquimbo. Provides mutual member benefits and sailing exchange opportunities between the two nautical clubs.
• Yacht Club de ChileminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Exchange agreement between Club de Yates Algarrobo and Yacht Club de Chile, located in Viña del Mar. Provides mutual member benefits and sailing exchange opportunities between the two nautical clubs.
• 2K Marina SunsetminorOthersRestaurant and event catering partner operating within Club de Yates Algarrobo facilities. Provides dining services, cocktails, and event catering for member events and social gatherings.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club: Asian yacht club with sailing school, regatta hosting, and member dining; comparable operating model but serves a different geography.

Direct peers

• Annapolis Yacht Club: Mid-sized U.S. yacht club recognized for sailing school, junior sailing pipeline, and regatta hosting; comparable structure of member dues plus event and education revenue.
• Cofradía Náutica del Pacífico: Chilean nautical club active in competitive Optimist sailing, frequently co-featured with CYA in Chilean sailing circuits and national team selections.
• St. Francis Yacht Club: San Francisco-based member yacht club with a comparable focus on sailing instruction, youth programs, and major regatta hosting; similar community-led membership model.
• Yacht Club de Chile: Chilean yacht club based in Viña del Mar with comparable member-based sailing, regatta hosting, and sailing school offerings; already a mutual exchange partner of CYA.
• Club de Yates la Herradura: Chilean yacht club in La Herradura, Coquimbo, operating a similar member-based sailing model in a protected bay; current mutual exchange partner of CYA.
• Marblehead Yacht Club: U.S. sailing-focused yacht club with strong tradition of competitive regattas, junior sailing programs, and member-driven community operations.

Broad incumbents

• New York Yacht Club: Historic American yacht club with sailing, dining, and social programs; broader portfolio and national profile but overlapping sailing and member services.
• Royal Thames Yacht Club: Established UK yacht club combining member sailing and social amenities with a wider set of programs and broader international recognition.
• Cruising Yacht Club of Australia: Large member yacht club known for bluewater sailing and major offshore regattas; broader scope than CYA but overlapping member, sailing, and event revenue.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CYA.ALGARROBO
• Instagraminstagram.com/club_de_yates_algarrobo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/club-de-yates-algarrobo

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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