Join girls from sailing clubs across NSW and the ACT for an unforgettable weekend designed to inspire the next generation of female sailors.
Hosted by Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, OptiChicks is much more than a sailing weekend. It’s an opportunity to build lasting friendships, be mentored by inspiring female sailors, experience different boats, build confidence and discover the many exciting pathways our sport has to offer.
Whether your daughter dreams of representing Australia, coaching the next generation, volunteering at her club or simply enjoying sailing with friends, OptiChicks celebrates everything that makes our sport so special.
SAVE THE DATE – 26 & 27, September 2026
Who is OptiChicks for?
Girls aged 8–15 who sail an Optimist.
Whether she’s in Tackers or is competing at State and National Championships, OptiChicks welcomes girls of all experience levels. The weekend isn’t about winning races—it’s about building confidence, making friends and having fun on the water.
Why OptiChicks?
One of the biggest challenges facing our sport is keeping girls involved as they move through their teenage years.
OptiChicks was created to help girls develop lifelong friendships, connect with inspiring female role models and discover the many exciting opportunities sailing can offer.
What to Bring
A detailed packing list will be emailed to all participants closer to the event.
We’re all looking forward to another wonderful Optichicks event, hope to see you there!
SCHEDULE
Weekend Highlights
- Two days of activities and Sleepover (optional)
- Meet girls from other sailing clubs
- Women of Sailing panel featuring inspiring female sailors
- Mentor sessions with older sailors
- Dinner, movie night and sleepover
- Exclusive OptiChicks T-shirt and participant Swag Bag
- Fun challenges, games and teamwork
- Prizes and giveaways
GUEST SPEAKERS
A panel representing a range of women who have had different sailing pathways and experiences (Olympics, elite sailing, multihulls, keel boats, offshore).
Find Us
PARKING & TRAILERS
- Optimists can be dropped off on Saturday at the RPAYC Centreboard lawn. Thereafter, cars and trailers can be parked in the RPAYC Crystal Bay Car Park, in Crystal Street.
DINGHY STORAGE
- Optimists can be stored on the Centreboard lawn for the weekend.