Island Yacht Club was chartered on February 26, 1970 at the Harbor Master's Office of Alameda Marina by Jim Rhoda, IYC's first Commodore.
Since its inception, IYC has been described as a "breeding ground for budding sailors" and has been renowned for its very competitive fleet. The Island Nights and Island Days series continue to attract multiple divisions, including sailors from Alameda's original "Santana Row."
Off the course, IYC has enjoyed consecutive wins in PICYA's annual Opening Day on the Bay event, and in 2023, we achieved a 2nd place in the Annual Lighted Boat Parade, a testament to our members' creativity and passion for sailing traditions.
In June 2020, we had to vacate our historic clubhouse at Alameda Marina to make way for new residential development. The search continues for a new base for our members.
Since its inception, IYC has been described as a "breeding ground for budding sailors" and has been renowned for its very competitive fleet. The Island Nights and Island Days series continue to attract multiple divisions, including sailors from Alameda's original "Santana Row."
Off the course, IYC has enjoyed consecutive wins in PICYA's annual Opening Day on the Bay event, and in 2023, we achieved a 2nd place in the Annual Lighted Boat Parade, a testament to our members' creativity and passion for sailing traditions.
In June 2020, we had to vacate our historic clubhouse at Alameda Marina to make way for new residential development. The search continues for a new base for our members.
Nonetheless, we prevail. This year, IYC celebrates its 30th Annual Women's Sailing Seminar, with a full weekend of educational sessions, storytelling, and encouragement.
Club Commodores
Year |
Name |
|---|---|
| 2023 |
Eileen Zedd |
| 2022 |
Rosanne de Vries |
| 2021 |
Melissa Grudin |
| 2020 |
Chris Nicholas |
| 2019 |
Chris Nicholas |
| 2019 |
George Lythcott |
| 2018 |
Chris Nicholas |
| 2017 |
Danette Davis |
| 2016 |
Paul Mueller |
| 2015 |
Melissa Grudin |
| 2014 |
Thom Mantooth |
| 2013 |
John New |
| 2012 |
Kristen Soetebier |
| 2011 |
Dave Bloch |
| 2010 |
David Ross |
| 2009 |
Dawn Chesney |
| 2008 |
Lucie Mewes |
| 2007 |
John New |
| 2006 |
Shirley Ahlf |
| 2005 |
Peter Linehan |
| 2004 |
Diane Duey McClure |
| 2003 |
David Hand |
| 2002 |
Dan Laramie |
| 2001 |
Janet Frankel |
| 2000 |
Ted Crum |
| 1999 |
Mike Faber |
| 1998 |
Pam Krawiec |
| 1997 |
Ben Mewes |
| 1996 |
Rich Ahlf |
| 1995 |
Kenn Lewis |
| 1994 |
Jerry Manifold |
| 1993 |
Lynette Harter |
| 1992 |
Larry Arnold |
| 1991 |
Paul Frederick |
| 1990 |
Gerhard Fuhrmann |
| 1989 |
Steve Betts |
| 1988 |
Ron Lee |
| 1987 |
Ed McComas |
| 1986 |
Seth Bailey |
| 1985 |
Lou Habeman |
| 1984 |
Ray Osborn |
| 1983 |
Linda Newland |
| 1982 |
Chuck Carroll |
| 1981 |
Jack Johnson |
| 1980 |
Ron DeVries |
| 1979 |
Paul Frederick |
| 1979 |
Mike Barret |
| 1978 |
Al Hulse |
| 1977 |
Ron DeVries |
| 1976 |
Jim Hodges |
| 1975 |
Jack Johnson |
| 1974 |
Stan Cole |
| 1973 |
Don Pheiff |
| 1972 |
Jack Woida |
| 1971 |
Dick Heckman |
| 1970 |
Jim Rhoda |