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Revolver NYYC Invitational Campaign
Team Revolver, comprising Rachel Bower, Juliet Costanzo, Sarah Parker, Hugo Butterworth, Josh Dawson, Antony Hawke, Malcolm Parker, Chris Way and Michael Ritchie has just returned from the New York Yacht Club’s 171st Regatta as their first hit out against the IC37 fleet in Newport Rhode Island. Having trained hard on ‘Revolver’ over the past 6 …
Inaugural Kay Cottee Women’s Development Regatta
On a sparkling winter Sunday on Pittwater, RPAYC proudly hosted the first-ever Kay Cottee Women’s Development Regatta, a celebration of skill-building, camaraderie, and cross-club connection designed especially for female sailors. The day brought together 26 participants, 7 coaches, and 11 volunteers from clubs as far as Port Macquarie, along with sailors from MHYC, Newcastle Cruising …
Romance Takes Victory and Leads Rescue Effort in 2025 Groupama Race
RPAYC’s Gordon Beath shines in both seamanship and sportsmanship The 2025 New Caledonia Groupama Race set sail this past Sunday (15-21 June) from Nouméa, launching right on time and without delay from the official schedule. From the very first moments of the 654-nautical-mile loop around Grande Terre, crews demonstrated bold and varied approaches, with some …
A Tribute to Hugh Treharne OAM — A Quiet Champion of Australian Sailing
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club joins the broader sailing community in acknowledging the passing of Hugh Treharne OAM — a remarkable sailor, sailmaker, and lifelong contributor to the sport we all love. Hugh’s name is woven through some of the proudest chapters of Australian sailing history. His role as tactician aboard Australia II during …
Interclub Challenge – Round 3 Sydney Harbour Action at RSYS
Hosted by RSYS | Sunday, June 23 The penultimate round of the Interclub Challenge was held on Sydney Harbour last Sunday, with the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron playing host under near-perfect winter conditions. A steady 5–8 knot westerly breeze offered the most consistent sailing we’ve seen so far this season, and the crews were quick …
VALE – Graham Nock AM, OBE, Past Commodore and Life Member
A Life of Service, Seamanship, and IntegrityThe Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club acknowledges with deep respect the passing of Graham Norman Nock AM, OBE— former Commodore, Life Member, dedicated yachtsman, and much-loved member of the Alfreds community. Graham served as Commodore from 1963 to 1966, a time of significant growth and evolution for the Club. …
Club Services
Marine Services
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club AUSTRALIA'S 2017/2018 CLUB MARINA OF THE YEAR has permanent berthing, mooring and dry storage for members and also offers berthing and mooring for visitors to the Club. Located in Newport on the beautiful Pittwater waterway, Broken Bay.
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Membership
The Club offers various categories of membership to suit individual requirements and offers families an opportunity to enjoy the facilities with children free when included in a family membership package.
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Functions & Dining
Enjoy waterside dining, celebrate a special event, or meet for a work conference, all on the shores of Pittwater. We also cater for weddings and large events.
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Training Services
RPAYC runs a number of courses from Learn to Sail for Kids 'Tackers', Youth 'OutThere' Programs and Adults Keelboat Courses, to School Holiday Programs, Class Development Training, Youth Development Training, Private Coaching sessions, Schools Training, Professional development courses and Marine courses via Above and Beyond Boating.
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Our Club
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club is situated on Green Point on the pristine body of water called Pittwater, on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
"The Alfreds", as it's known by locals and members, has a long and colourful history and is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious yacht Clubs. The Club is currently home to the Admiral's Cup, one of yachting's most sought after trophies.
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