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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. …
‘Incredible’ Finn World Masters closes after epic week in Medemblik
Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, has won his second Finn World Masters title as the 2025 Finn World Masters drew to a close in Medemblik on Friday, after having won the title on Thursday with a day to spare. Laurent Hay, from France, was also secure in second, while Taras Havrysh, from Ukraine, moved up …
RPAYC Sailors Shine at the 2025 5.5 Metre World Championship
John Bacon claims third with two race wins; Martin Cross finishes strong in seventhRPAYC members once again made their mark on the international sailing stage at the 2025 5.5 Metre World Championship, held in Sopot, Poland, from 10–14 June. After five days of tight, tactical racing in a variety of conditions, John Bacon, sailing Ku-Ring-Gai …
Interclub Challenge at Pittwater 2025
Last weekend saw this year’s edition of the interclub challenge at Pittwater. The event is designed as an opportunity for junior keelboat sailors from RSYS, CYCA, NCYC and RPAYC to come together for some friendly fleet racing on each club’s fleet for Elliott 6s/7s. The wind was exceptionally fickle with the course requiring to be …
Cruising in Colour: RPAYC at VIVID 2025
Last week, the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s Cruising Division once again set sail for one of the most anticipated events of the year — our annual cruise to Darling Harbour, held in conjunction with Sydney’s spectacular Vivid Festival of Light. Fifteen boats made the journey down the coast to berth at Cockle Bay Marina, …
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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