Club Info

The Watch Hill Yacht Club is a private club established in 1913 in the beautiful coastal community of Watch Hill. Established as a sailing and racing Club, it still embodies its roots of family, racing, and community.

Club Office Hours:
In Season Daily: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (in Club)
Winter Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (remote)

Name

Michael Fitzsimmons

Title

General Manager

Michael has spent the last 14 years working in Club Management, thrilled to be a part of the WHYC. Having spent the last 4 years managing a Yacht Club in Connecticut, and is happy to be a part of the WHYC team.

Name

Sergio Cassar

Title

Executive Chef

Sergio began cooking in New York City 1988, working his way up from dishwasher. He loves to experience all types of food and cultures. Over the years, he has learned a lot from his mother about Mexican food, as he has honed his cooking skills. The most important thing to Sergio is his family and he loves to travel.

Name

Bethany Schonning

Title

Business Office Manager

Name

Natalie Sawyer

Title

Junior Sailing Director

Natalie spent her summers sailing at the WHYC, in the Junior Sailing Program. Given her connection to this community, she continued as Head Instructor and Director of Junior Sailing, for the past fifteen years while attending The Williams School and Columbia University. Her goal as Director of Junior Sailing is to inspire a lifelong passion for sailing in a fun and safe environment, with dedicated, inspiring instructors, and exciting educational opportunities to broaden classroom experiences.

Name

Elise Labbe

Title

Dining Room Manager (Acting)