The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club welcomes you to Australia’s largest yachting boat show, the Pittwater Sail Expo, proudly supported by Pantaenius.
Friday, 24, Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October 2025
Supported by
Discover Sailing at the Pittwater Sail Expo – A Free Community Event
Join us at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club in Newport for the Pittwater Sail Expo – a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things sailing and the vibrant marine lifestyle.
Open to the public, the Sail Expo is a unique opportunity to connect with marine industry professionals and explore the latest in yacht designs, marine technology, and boating services. Whether you’re an experienced sailor or simply curious about getting started, the event offers something for everyone.
Schedule of Events
- Friday 24 October: 1:00 – 4:00pm
- Saturday 25 October: 10:00 – 4:00pm
- Sunday 26 October: 10:00 – 4:00pm
What’s On
- Great Food & Beverage
- Live entertainment
- Talk directly with the professionals
- Yacht Inspections Tours
- Learn to Sail Information
Visitors can enjoy:
A diverse showcase of yachts, dinghies, and shore-based marine exhibitors.
Information on Learn to Sail programs, youth and adult training, educational courses, racing and cruising opportunities, and family-friendly club membership options.
A welcoming atmosphere with live entertainment and a seasonal dining menu available throughout the weekend.
This is your chance to experience the world of sailing firsthand, meet the RPAYC community, and see just how easy it is to get out on the water. With free parking and a complimentary tender service to and from nearby wharves, enjoying the day couldn’t be easier.
Come and be inspired – sailing starts here.
We welcome you to enjoy a great day at the Alfred’s.
Schedule of Events
- Friday 24 October: 1:00 – 4:00pm
- Saturday 25 October: 10:00 – 4:00pm
- Sunday 26 October: 10:00 – 4:00pm
What’s On
- Great Food & Beverage
- Live entertainment
- Talk directly with the professionals
- Yacht Inspections Tours
- Learn to Sail Information
Meet the Exhibitors
Exhibitors
Pantaenius
Pantaenius has just the right yacht insurance for you and your vessel, including easy-to-understand policy wording that covers all important aspects.
Performance Boating
“Jeanneau is a leading yacht builder respected the World over with its Sun Odyssey range from 34 to 50 feet, and the prestige Jeanneau Yacht range from 50 to 65. Performance Boating is a multi-award winning dealer, representing the brand for NSW since 2002”
Learn to Sail at RPAYC
Learn to Sail with RPAYC on the stunning waters of Pittwater, NSW. From Kids, teenagers, class training and Adults, we have a course or program for you to discover sailing, a true life sport.
TMG Lagoon
“LAGOON Catamarans blend smart design with cruising comfort - The new LAGOON 43 continues this legacy, offering a fresh approach to space, movement, and simplicity on an efficient and versatile bluewater cruising catamaran”
Carbon Yachts
"Carbon Yachts mission is to redefine the future of yachting. On display - our Saffier Day Sailors – the new style of sailing coming to our shores""
AllSail
‘AllSail Sailing Club offers fun, affordable sailing on Pittwater with boat share memberships, bareboat and skippered charters, sail training, plus social regattas and events. No boat ownership, just pure sailing enjoyment!’
Performance Cruising
“Performance Cruising Yachts imports and represents world-class sailing brands including Catalina, Elan, Italia, and Cervetti. Discover premium cruising yachts, expert advice, and tailored ownership solutions for Australian sailors”
X-Yachts
Founded in 1979, X-Yachts of Denmark has built over 6,000 yachts, combining racing heritage, innovative design, and superior craftsmanship for unforgettable sailing.
Flagstaff Marine
Flagstaff Marine provides premium brokerage services in NSW and QLD, representing leading brands including Beneteau Sail and Power, Excess Catamarans, Amel, Silent Yachts, and Lomac, with full after-sales maintenance and parts support from offices across Sydney, Pittwater, Port Stephens, and Gold Coast.
Windcraft Yachts
Leading importer Windcraft Yachts will showcase a strong contingent of highly regarded sailing brands at Sail Expo including the latest Hanse, Dehler and Moody yachts
TYS Co
“The Yacht Sales Co. is the industry leader in premium New and Pre-Owned yacht sales, representing world-class brands across 15 global locations.”
Sydney Marine Brokerage
"Based at RPAYC Newport, Sydney Marine Brokerage is Australia’s exclusive Grand Soleil agent, and will showcase three Italian-crafted Grand Soleil performance yachts at the Pittwater Sail Expo
Ensign Yachts
Ensign Yachts is the exclusive dealer of premium brands including J/Boats, Bavaria, Nautitech, Tofinou, Rhea, Wauquiez, Tesoro, and Bering. We also provide charters, insurance, finance, yacht management, parts, sails, and yacht share services.
Scandinavian Marine Supplies
Scandinavian Marine Supplies, founded in 2021, imports and distributes premium marine equipment and accessories — including Antal, Liros, Casolux, Furler Boom, Lopolight, Douglas Marine, John Mast, and Calypso across Australia and New Zealand.
Andersen Marine
Andersen Marine provides products and services for all marine electrical and electronic items.
We specialise in B&G, SIMRAD, ICOM electronics, SCHENKER water makers, VICTRON systems, GO FLEX solar panels and LIFELINE BATTERIES.
Proudly servicing the RPAYC and members since 1985."
Contact Number 0414 646 165
Sustainable Water Systems
Australia Pacific’s leading specialist in marine and land based water systems. Exclusive partner of Schenker Watermakers, Lorentz and Solar Water Solutions.
Shoreside Clothing
Shoreside Clothing supplies merchandise and team uniforms to the marine and corporate industry, offering personal service, fast and convenient solutions, and an excellent product range at competitive prices to make outfitting your team, crew, or event easy and stress-free.
Harken
Harken the world leader in sail boat deck hardware, we serve the competitive sailing, cruising, and commercial marine sectors with premium hardware, safety gear, and performance equipment.
Ocean Covers
Ocean Covers – High-end marine covers and upholstery. Based at RPAYC since 2012, specialising in custom design and durable solutions for all boats.
Viko Yachts
Oceanco distributes the full VIKO YACHTS range in Australia and New Zealand—affordable, innovative European yachts from 21 to 43 feet.
Elvstrom Sails
Founded by Olympic Legend Paul Elvström, this Danish sailmaker has 70+ years of innovation and precision. With 300+ sailmakers in 40+ countries, Elvstrøm delivers trusted high-performance solutions, including EPEX membrane sails, now in Australia and New Zealand.
Quality Marine Clothing
Acme Imagewear represents Quality Marine Clothing and SLAM across Asia-Pacific, offering bespoke uniforms, merchandise, and premium sailing apparel. SLAM, an iconic Italian brand since 1979, combines high-performance technical gear with elegant coastal lifestyle clothing for sailors and maritime enthusiasts.
Nanni Marine Power Solutions
NANNI Australia delivers complete marine power solutions, specialising in diesel engines and generators for yachts—backed by a nationwide network to ensure peace of mind wherever you sail.
Smart Boating
SMART BOATING has shown more people, more ways to go boating, more often and for a fraction of the price of owning a boat in its entirety.
Multihull Central
Step aboard the Seawind 1370 – a world-class catamaran redefining modern cruising.
Winner of international design awards, the 1370 is the perfect fusion of performance, luxury, and innovation, built for sailors who expect more from every journey.
Any Port Marine
Any Port Marine proudly distribute innovative sailing products from brands like Karver Sailing, Ewincher, Colligo Marine & Nodus Factory.
Australia Sail Time
SailTime: Stop dreaming and start sailing! Enjoy hassle-free, affordable access to a fully equipped yacht or motorboat. SailTime membership removes ownership barriers, while our unique ownership program offers an ideal, affordable path for investors to enjoy boat ownership.
Leopard Catamarans
Leopard Catamarans launches the newest in the sailing range Leopard 46 . Come preview in advance of her official Australian debut at Sydney International Boatshow November. Offering innovative design, spacious comfort, and an optional eco-friendly Hybrid Electric Drive
OneSails Sydney
Providing new sails and servicing for all yachts, multi-hulls, dinghy's and one design classes. Also offering textile solutions and project management.
Contender Sailcloth and Selden for Sailing
Selden for Sailing is the world’s largest mast maker with an extensive range of aftermarket products. Products can be purchased through local outlets in our dealer network such as your chandlery or through your local rigger.
Membership of RPAYC
RPAYC offers a range of membership categories designed to suit individuals, couples, and families.
We invite you to explore our Prospective Member Information to discover the many benefits of becoming part of our vibrant and welcoming Club community.
Wichard Pacific & Ronstan
Established in Sydney in 2002 as a subsidiary of the French Wichard Group, Wichard Pacific is the leading supplier and service hub for sailing and marine products across Australia and the Asia-South Pacific, serving a wide range of clients with top global brands and over 20 years of industry expertise.
Ronstan International, a global leader in sailing hardware and tensile architecture with distribution in over 40 countries and ties to the Australian Sailing Team, joined Groupe Wichard in November 2023.
Bluewater Cruising Yachts
Cygnet 20 a unique trailer Sailer:
Water ballast / Light to tow.
Quick setup carbon fibre mast
Sleeps 4.
Designed Built Australia.
EXPLORE ADVENTURE RAID
W & K Sports
W & K Sports is a nautical business providing quality products to the boating community. We proudly represent some of the top brand sailing clothing, boating accessories and sailing dinghy. Australia exclusive distributor for Nob, Windie360 and Fareast Optimist & ILCA sailing boats.
Telephone 0425 438 198
Douglas Marine
Douglas Marine is a third-generation family business
operating out of RPAYC, and servicing Pittwater since 1972. We offer
installation and warranty servicing of Yanmar and Volvo Penta engines.
Authorised dealer of Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cathodic, and Vetus products. Servicing
Pittwater and Sydney Harbour.
Transport & Parking Options
Club Parking
Tender Service Transport
Public Transport
Club Parking
Parking is available at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, Crystal Bay Street Carpark.
From here it is a short 5-minute walk to the RPAYC Clubhouse and marina.
Parking is free.
For Members of RPAYC the normal parking regulations will apply in the Mitala Street carparks.
Tender Service Transport
A Tender Service ‘çome by water’ will operate to RPAYC from the following Marina Wharfs on Pittwater.
- Newport Public Wharf
- Bayview Public Wharf
- Royal Motor Yacht Club
- Bayview Rowland Reserve Wharf
To arrange a pick-up / Drop Off call or drop into Reception in the main clubhouse +61 2 9998 3700
Public Transport
Public Transport
Manly to Newport – 199 Bus
Manly Wharf, West Esplanade, Stand B
Manly – 199 Palm Beach.
Wynard to Mona Vale – B1
Wynyard Station, Carrington St, Stand B
Sydney – B1 Mona Vale.
Mona Vale – Keoride to RPAYC (Operated by Keolis Downer Northern Beaches)
Keoride Service
The Keoride service ‘Travel on demand’, complements the NSW Government’s Northern Beaches B-Line Service. You can book a service to pick you up from either:
- Your home, within the zone (Palm Beach to North Narrabeen)
- A designated point of interest within the service area – The Alfreds!
- A bus stop
The service operates 7 days a week on:
- Monday to Wednesday 6am – 10pm
- Thursday and Friday 6am – 11.30pm
- Saturday 7am – 11.30pm and
- Sunday 7am – 9pm
To book your trip, download the app, Book Now or call us on 1800 536 743.
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