title: Atlanta Yacht Club
text: # Atlanta Yacht Club
  
  The Atlanta Yacht Club is a private yacht club located in Acworth, Georgia (United States), on the southwest shore of Lake Allatoona.
  
  One-Design racing began with a Penguin fleet the first season. The second season brought out five more organized fleets: Snipes, Thistles, Y-Flyers, a handicap fleet and a power boat fleet. Lasers and Optimists are the latest incorporations.
  
  ## Fleets and regattas
  
  Current fleets at the club and their major regattas are:
  
  * Y-Flyer fleet 1, Beers Regatta.
  * Thistle fleet 48, Dixie Regatta.
  * Snipe fleet 330, Halloween Regatta.
  
  ## Notable Sailors
  
  Ted Turner and Tarasa Davis are among Atlanta Yacht Club's most famous sailors.
  
  