Grab your favourite sailing partner and join us for one of the most entertaining races of the season! The
Ken & Barbie Race is a fun-filled day of double-handed racing in English Bay where crews are encouraged to embrace the theme and dress the part. Don't have a Barbie or Ken costume? No problem—just make sure one crew member appears as Ken and the other as Barbie, then get ready for a day of great sailing, plenty of laughs, and a little friendly competition. Whether you're racing to win or simply out for the fun, it's an event you won't want to miss on
Saturday, August 22.
CLICK HERE For race details and registration.
In the meantime, we’re pleased to share some recent results from VARC—stay tuned for highlights and performances from our crews.
The 2026 VRC Summer Regatta was an incredible weekend of great racing, friendly competition, and outstanding camaraderie on and off the water. We were thrilled to welcome sailors from across the region to Vancouver Rowing Club and are grateful to every competitor, volunteer, race official, sponsor, and supporter who helped make the event such a success. From the first start to the final awards presentation, the energy and sportsmanship on display were a true reflection of our sailing community. Thank you for being part of an unforgettable weekend—we can't wait to welcome you back and see you on the water again for the 2027 VRC Summer Regatta!
Great day of racing organized by RVYC with three competitive races to clear of the cobwebs.
ORC Division 1 - 5th Havoc, Joey Drake & 6th Anemos Paul Thompson
PHRF Division 3 - 3rd Slick, Darling/Congdon
Southern Straits
67 Boats entered the event this year hosted by WVYC. The fleet raced over 4 courses
Halibut Bank - 2nd overall and 1st Double handed, Radiance Paul Thompson and Paul Doran, 8th, Slick Ian Darling, 10th Gitan, Miles Tulloch and 11th Dilligaf, Richard Hoar
Sisters Islets - 15th Havoc, Joey Drake, 28th The Fugitive, Benjamin Rummen
Don’t have a boat but still want to race? Maybe you’re a member of another section and want to try your hand at sailing. Complete the
Crew Bank form to get started:
Sign up here!
NOTE: The chances of finding a boat to race with through the VRC Crew Bank diminish as the series progresses. Your best opportunity is at the beginning of the season.
Looking for Crew? Email the
VRC Race Officer with how many crew you’re looking for & what sort of
libation your crew should bring 😉
Want to Learn More? Have questions or want to meet skippers and crew in person before the series starts? Keep an eye out for info about our Rookie Racing Seminars.
See how much fun we have!
Need to contact the Race Committee? Email
[email protected]
Après-Race Join us in the Carver Bar after racing for the reading of results and door prizes!
We look forward to seeing you on the water!