Overview
Soon Seilforening was founded on 18 February 1919 in Son on the Oslofjord; for many years its clubhouse was the well-known venue Klubben, and since 1986 the club has been based in the Neptun clubhouse with its own pontoons. It has about 400 members, and activities range from dinghy sailing for children to offshore sailing, with a J/70 group, LadiesSailing for women and a regular keelboat club series through the season. The club regularly hosts larger events such as national championships, Norgescup rounds and the Hollænderen regatta.
- Founded
- 1919
- Members
- about 400 (club figure)
- Federation
- Norges Seilforbund
- kontoret@soonsf.no
- Registry code
- 975620921
On the water with VesselSOS
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere JRCC Stavanger – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Hollænderentraditional regatta at Son
- Club seriesregular evening keelboat races through the season
Live map, a start clock on every phone and results — when the club runs a race on VesselSOS Racing, it shows up here. Racing is a pilot with clubs for the 2027 season.
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Boat classes
History and achievements
- 1919Soon Seilforening is founded on 18 February
- 1986The new Neptun clubhouse and pontoons come into use
Home harbour & location
- Position
- 59°31.39′ N 10°41.10′ E
59.52317, 10.68500 - Address
- Storgata 29B
Frequently asked
Can I learn to sail here?
Yes. The club lists these courses: Dinghy group – beginner courses and LadiesSailing – practical sailing and theory for women.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: JRCC Stavanger +47 51 51 70 00. Or call 112 / 120. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.
When was Soon Sailing Club (Son) founded?
In 1919.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Hollænderen and Club series.