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Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

788 Lake Shore Rd, Michigan 48236 USA

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The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club The 131' UNITY yacht leaving the club's harbor in 2009. Built by Palmer Johnson Yachts in 2002, it is the largest vessel docked at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club is a private marina and sailing club founded in 1914 and located on the shore of Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan. It was founded in 1914 through the efforts of a group of 25 sailing and iceboating enthusiasts. Grosse Pointe Yacht Club is a member of the Detroit Regional Yacht-racing Association (DRYA). The club is prominently visible and a well-known landmark along the shoreline of the lake north of Detroit. Its facilities were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.

Reviewed by Tiffany M.

The staff is very personable and they give you an experience like no other. They host some amazing events and Mothers day brunch. They offer a amazing Adult learn to sail program that gives you... Read more

Reviewed by Jim O.

Attended a seminar here, partial dinner included.very good waitress service. Huge chicken breast- juicy, served with steamed vegetables and potatoes. Water only, as even to purchase no other... Read more

Reviewed by Mary O.

Always a special time at this picturesque venue. Food is excellent, service is top notch. I could come here everyday. Read more

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• Wed - Sat: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club (GPYC) dates to 1914 when 25 men formed a club to pursue their interests in ice boating and sailing on Lake St. Clair. The clubhouse was designed by Guy Lowell, a Boston architect and yachtsman, and was dedicated on July 4, 1929. Its Italian Renaissance façade with its 187 ft. bell tower is a well-recognized landmark to boaters around the lake, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.

In 1997 the GPYC was named the “Number One Yacht Club in America” and is still considered among the best. The GPYC provides all the traditional amenities of a classic yacht club, including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis and bowling facilities, as well as elegant dining rooms and ballroom. Boating members enjoy the GPYC’s central location on Lake St. Clair and the club maintains a spacious deep-water marina with a private gas dock.

The GPYC maintains membership in the Detroit Regional Yachting Association and holds two annual DRYA-sanctioned sailing regattas each year in addition to numerous other sailing-related events and programs, such as an adult sailing school, exclusively for its members.

Despite the region’s recent struggling economy, the club continues to boast more than 900 members and over the years the architectural integrity of Lowell’s original design and the spectacular view of Lake St. Clair have been meticulously preserved.

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Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

Inaugural Member – Private Yacht Club which has consistently been voted Number One Yacht Club in the United States by the Club Managers Association. Diverse programs from sailing, swimming, tennis, platform tennis and bowling, in addition to fine dining and children’s programs, are all benefits of membership.

788 Lake Shore Road Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 USA

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788 Lake Shore Road Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 Ph: (313) 884-2500 Fax: (313) 884-7956

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N 42 degrees -26' -05" W 082 degrees -52' -20"

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Aaron wagner, general manager, assistant general manager, jim demasse, chief financial officer, executive chef, alex turner, cmm, harbor master, alexa coole, membership director, gregory martini, human resources director, marcus weldon, facilities director, maria dallas, catering director, mary primak, catering coordinator, jennifer benoit, marketing director, heather shock, graphic designer, vanessa nutting, front desk receptionist, cathy buffa, account payable, robin hauff, account receivable & member billing, peter wendzinski, athletics director, gordy woods, bowling director, christina noland, sailing director & trap shooting manager, christina wood, pastry chef, lawrence wade, dining room supervisor, susan cavalli, tony giordano, maintenance supervisor, adam haggitt, caelin micks, day camp director, dmitri diakonov, tennis professional, elizabeth bourke, pool manager & swim team coach.

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Kicking off the boating season, this public event is for all who want to experience a boat show in a beautiful marina atmosphere. Boats from 16- up to 80-feet in length on land and in water, all are welcome to climb aboard! Also featuring antique cars, Dossin Museum display, Edsel & Eleanor Ford House Display, Vintage boats and more! Hours : Saturday: 12 – 7 p.m., and Sunday: 12 – 5 p.m. Admission : Free. Owned by the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. Produced by the Michigan Boating Industries Association.

Grosse Pointe Yacht Club Classics and Coffee

Hey Automotive Aficionado

Get ready to fuel your passion with the roar of engines and the gleam of chrome!  Genesis Automotive Group  invites you to an exclusive season of  Cars & Coffee  at the iconic  Grosse Pointe Yacht Club .

Mark your calendars for:

• Dates: Saturday, June 8th, July 13th, August 10th, and September 14th, 2024 
• Time: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
• Location: Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

Here’s why you can’t miss it:

• Showcase your pride and joy: Mingle with fellow car enthusiasts and flaunt your automotive masterpiece in the most exquisite setting Detroit has to offer.
• Unleash your inner foodie: Indulge in delicious bites from a food truck, sweeten your day with pastries, and fuel your coffee cravings. (Over 21? Treat yourself to a cash mimosa bar!)
• Immerse yourself in the ambiance: Live entertainment sets the mood, while learning about other exclusive events at the GPYC membership tent.

Limited Spots, Exclusive Access:

• Entry is free, but registration is mandatory and vehicle entry is reserved for   GPYC members and pre-registered invited guests.  Secure your spot by registering your vehicle (not occupants) in advance.
• Pre-registration is key! As a guest, you can reserve your spot before anyone else.
• Don’t miss out! Tickets are limited to 100 vehicles per event.

Ready to join the ultimate automotive gathering?  Click the Eventbrite links below and secure your spot before they’re gone!

Saturday, September 14th  – All Genesis Automotive Group Brands Featured

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gpyc-cars-coffee-sponsored-by-genesis-automotive-group-tickets-837546252387?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, June 8 th  – Genesis Alfa Romeo Featured Brand

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gpyc-cars-coffee-sponsored-by-genesis-alfa-romeo-tickets-837431428947?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, July 13th  – Genesis Cadillac Featured Brand

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gpyc-cars-coffee-sponsored-by-genesis-cadillac-tickets-837495761367?aff=oddtdtcreator

Saturday, August 10th  – Genesis Chevrolet Featured Brand  

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gpyc-cars-coffee-sponsored-by-genesis-chevrolet-tickets-837527566497?aff=oddtdtcreator

Chris Pokorski

Marketing Director

Genesis Automotive Group

Office – 586.541-1537

www.GenesisAutomotiveGroup.com