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Day 1 of the Mick Hole Winter Regatta: Big Fleets, Light Winds, and a Black Flag Warning
Pittwater, NSW – Saturday 19 July 2025 The opening day of the Mick Hole Winter Regatta delivered classic winter racing conditions on Pittwater, as 29 yachts lined up for a cool but exciting day on the water. Competing fleets included Etchells, VxOnes, Elliott 7s, and Multihulls, with racing getting underway at 1020 hours in a …
Elite-level international women’s keelboat competition will return to Newport, R.I., in late summer of 2026 when the New York Yacht Club hosts the inaugural International Women’s Championship.
The inaugural edition of the New York Yacht Club International Women’s Championship will take place September 12 to 19 at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court in Newport, R.I. The regatta will utilize the Club’s fleet of 20 IC37s.“The interest in this regatta was nothing short of astounding,” says Cory Sertl, the event chair. …
Yachting Special Regulations 2025-2026 – DUE
Yachting Special Regulation AUDITSWhy Yacht Owners Complete an Annual Special Regulations Audit Each year, yacht owners participating in racing events are required to complete a Special Regulations Audit to ensure their vessel complies with the Australian Sailing (AS) Special Regulations—a set of safety standards developed in accordance with World Sailing’s Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS). …
All Eyes on Newport: Royal Prince Alfred’s Chris Way and Michael Ritchie
All Eyes on Newport: Royal Prince Alfred's Chris Way and Michael Ritchie The helmsman and tactician / main trimmer for Australia's Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club provide an update on their team's campaign for the 2025 ROLEX Invitational Cup. ROLEX Helly Hansen Peters & May Safe Harbor Marinas Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club – RPAYC. …
The Long Laser Lunch – A Reunion to Remember
The Long Laser Lunch – A Reunion to Remember by Andrew York“What’s 40 to 50 years amongst friends?” Trevor MartinLast month 93 Laser sailors from across the country gathered at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club for what became a truly unforgettable reunion. Sailors from every state, many of whom hadn’t seen or spoken to …
Stacey Jackson will be a force to be reckoned representing Australia at the 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championship
RPAYC Member celebrated offshore sailor Stacey Jackson and CYCA member James Whelan will be a force to be reckoned with when they team up to represent Australia at the 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championship, to be sailed out of Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom from 22 September – 1 October 2025 Stacey Jackson …
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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