The Commodore is essentially the club president. A "Fleet Captain" is the club officer that manages racing activities in a traditional Yacht Club.
He/she is always called 'Bob'. Always.
It shall be the duty of the Rear Commodore to assist the Commodore and the Vice Commodore and in their absence to act in their stead. The Rear Commodore shall arrange and superintend all official races and regattas of the club. The Rear Commodore shall appoint members of the Race Committee Or .. when a club owns and/or maintains a pier/marina, the Rear Commodore serves as the Dock Master. Many Yacht Clubs have a Fleet Captain that manages races and Race Committees. Since only about 15% of sailors race, the management of a race is often assigned to someone who races and is knowledgeable of racing rules. 85% of sailors have no need to know anything about racing rules.
A rear commodore in a yacht club is an officer typically responsible for overseeing specific activities, often related to sailing and club events. This position is usually considered a rank below the vice commodore and may involve managing race committees, organizing regattas, or coordinating member engagement. The rear commodore often plays a key role in promoting the club's sailing programs and fostering a sense of community among members.
Oban Yacht Club, Clyde Yacht Club
oldest yacht club in America ??
Oswego Yacht Club was created in 1914.
Detroit Yacht Club was created in 1924.
Karachi Yacht Club was created in 1911.
Neva Yacht Club was created in 1718.
Poughkeepsie Yacht Club was created in 1892.
Montauk Yacht Club was created in 1929.
Manila Yacht Club was created in 1927.