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University ClubCoastalOxford / Farmoor, OxfordshireFarmoor Reservoir for dinghy sailing, plus coastal yacht venues for yachting

Oxford University Yacht Club

BeginnerTrainingJuniors· Unclear

Oxford University Yacht Club provides Oxford students with dinghy sailing, team racing, yachting and cruising opportunities.

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Can a beginner start here?

University sailing, Dinghy sailing, Team racing, Social sailing, Yachting, Cruising, BUCS sailing, Varsity Match

Beginner
The FAQ says people who have never sailed before can join and that social sailing is for all abilities. The dinghy page says students of any ability can enjoy an afternoon on the water.
Training
The dinghy page says OUYC trains three teams for BUCS/BUSA and squad members can receive coaching. The FAQ also mentions RYA Day Skipper or Coastal Skipper courses for yachting qualifications.
Taster
The Oxford Sport page describes Sailing Cuppers as an opportunity to try sailing or get involved, with all experience levels welcome. The FAQ and dinghy page also describe social sailing for all abilities.

Activity tags

BUCS sailing· ActivityCruising· ActivityDinghy sailing· ActivitySocial sailing· ActivityTeam racing· ActivityUniversity sailing· AudienceVarsity Match· ActivityYachting· Activity

Suitability

Juniors, families, and accessibility

Juniors· Unclear
Sources found describe Oxford University students and members, but did not state junior or family suitability.
Access
The Oxford Sport page says dinghy sailing is inclusive to all genders and levels of experience and welcomes enquiries from people with a disability regarding accessibility.

Costs

Costs, membership, and boats

Prices

Dinghy social sailing sessions are listed as costing GBP 6, or GBP 15 for the term. Cuppers is listed as GBP 25 per team.

Membership

Official Oxford University Sport page describes OUYC dinghy social sailing at Farmoor Reservoir, racing, BUCS/BUSA team racing and inclusive participation.

Boat hire· Unclear
Sources say OUYC owns Firefly dinghies and students sail in club boats during sessions, but no standalone boat hire offer was found.

Facilities

Facilities and equipment

University club boats· OtherCoastal yacht charter activity· OtherFarmoor Reservoir access· OtherFirefly dinghies· OtherUniversity sport support· Other

Location

Oxford / Farmoor · 6 nearby clubs mapped

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Trust

Sources and data quality

Data status
Verified
Find Watersports check
13 Jun 2026
Club verification
Not listed
Sources checked (5)