The Seabelle Captain is more than a title; she is a living symbol of our club’s history, community, and enduring spirit. In the world of yacht clubs, many traditions are shared, but some are uniquely their own. At the Key Biscayne Yacht Club, a cherished and distinctive position is that of the Seabelle Captain. It's a role that has been an integral part of our community since 1955, and it’s a story rooted in the club’s earliest days. The Seabelle Captain's position began in

In Trust from the Hacker Family. This trophy symbolizes the Corinthian values of sailing and stands for the highest principles of the sport: seamanship, sportsmanship, integrity, fairness, loyalty, and self sacrifice. At the Key Biscayne Yacht Club, a trophy of profound significance stands not as a prize, but as a testament to our core values. We're honored to be the custodians of The Corinthian Trophy, a magnificent sterling silver piece lent to us "in trust" by the Hacker f

A gift from the Stickney Family. Since 1971, this annual trophy is given to the winner of the KBYC Southeast Dinghy Championship. In 1971 the Key Biscayne Yacht Club hosted its first Annual Southeast Dinghy Championship. Created as one of the first US National Championships in the Optimist class, the event has hosted over 4,000 sailors and their families from across the nation and further afield. Sailors ranging from 7 to 18 years of age (and some adults) compete in Club 420s

"To encourage the sport of Youth Sailing in the United States". In trust from the Larimore Family, the US1 is a scale model of the original Optimist Pram designed by Clark Mills in1947. The Key Biscayne Yacht Club has sponsored the Youth Regatta since1971. The Key Biscayne Yacht Club has a storied history of supporting youth sailing, and this commitment is epitomized by the Larimore Trophy. Donated in trust by the Larimore family, this perpetual trophy was established with th

Donated by the Enrique and Victoria Gaston Family in 2014. This award honors the sailor who embodies the Corinthian spirit during that year's Youth Sailing Program, whether it’s offering a helping hand to a fellow competitor, showing respect for coaches and officials, or demonstrating grace in both victory and defeat. In the world of competitive sailing, where the wind and waves are both ally and adversary, there exists a tradition that values character as well as skill. The

KBYC TOP FEMALE AWARD Trophy - Highly varnished Optimist Centerboard with annual name plates. The Opti Centerboard Trophy  is presented annually to the outstanding top female sailor in the KBYC youth program. This award recognizes young women who demonstrate exceptional skill and leadership, serving as a motivator for the next generation of sailors to excel on the national stage. The trophy is modeled after the legacy of Christina E. Hacker , who began sailing at age eight an

You will usually find the Ceremonial Bell beneath the Gallery of Commodores' on the Main Floor, the bell holds deep symbolic significance within the life of the Key Biscayne Yacht Club. The bell is inscribed with the names of each past Commodore, marking the legacy of leadership that has guided the Club since its founding. There are actually two ceremonial bells, each a historical artifact in its own right. Together, they represent the continuity of service, stewardship, and

A "friendly" challenge between Biscayne Bay Yacht Clubs. The "Battle of the Bay INTERCLUB CHALLENGE" sailing competition, is a significant event within a larger series of races organized by the Biscayne Bay Yacht Racing Association (BBYRA). This series involves five major sailing clubs in the Miami, Florida area, specifically around Biscayne Bay: * Biscayne Bay Yacht Club (BBYC) * Coral Reef Yacht Club (CRYC) * Key Biscayne Yacht Club (KBYC) * Miami Yacht Club (MYC) * Coconut

Best Performance Overall Around the Island Race. Silverplated Sailboat on a dual-handle cup trophy. Location: Seabelle Room, Main Floor L.01.007