Pittwater Regatta
7 - 9 February 2025
Welcome to the Pittwater Regatta 2025
Friday 7 to Sunday 9 February 2025
RPAYC is proud to welcome Pantaenius as the naming rights sponsor for the 3 day regatta with the continued support from Sydney Marine Brokerage for the NSW ORC Championship.
The Pittwater Regatta originated back in 1888 and has seen a variation of race formats, classes and challenges. Today the regatta is held annually in February and held over 3-days. It is a regatta for all sailors, offering a multitude of race formats, course areas and classes.
The very popular 5 Heads Challenge Race is on Saturday – with a stunning 20nm mile race through Pittwater and Broken Bay at the entrance to Hawkesbury River.
There will be fun, games, and music onshore throughout the regatta.
Enter below for this thrilling weekend of racing on Pittwater and Broken Bay.
NEW for 2025 – Australian Sports Boat Association – Australian Championship will be held in conjunction with the Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta
The Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta is a 3 day regatta, including the NSW ORC Championship, Pittwater Series and the 2025 Australian Sports Boat National Championship.
- The NSW ORC Championship, supported by Sydney Marine Brokerage, will be held from 7 to 9 February, and consists of an offshore passage race, offshore windward/leeward racing, and inshore racing.
- On Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 of February, the Pittwater Series will take place. The Pittwater Series will include racing in Pittwater and the estuary (Broken Bay), with ORC and PHS scoring for divisions.
- The 2025 Australian Sports Boat Championship will be held over 3 days.
There will be live entertainment for crews, families and friends, to enjoy their time onshore after racing! The ‘Halyards’ Bar and Bistro will be open throughout the regatta serving breakfast through to dinner. Following racing on Sunday afternoon, there will be a presentation to crown the winners of all divisions!
Friday 7 February 2025
- Breakfast available, from 0800hrs
- Race Briefing, 0930hrs
- NSW ORC Championship, Offshore Passage race, 1155hrs
- Australian Sport Boat Series
- Post race – Boat of Day and $100 Coffee Draw Presentation
- Halyards Bistro open post race, bar snacks & dinner
Saturday 8 February 2025
- Breakfast is available, from 0730hrs
- Pittwater Regatta Race Briefing, 1000hrs
- Pittwater Club Series, Broken Bay 5 Heads Race, 1125hrs
- ORC NSW Championship, 2 inshore races, 1155hrs
- Australian Sports Boat Series
- Post race – Boat of the Day Presentation Winners, & $100 Coffee Barrel Draw
- Spinnaker Hoisting Competition (post racing)
- Post race, DJ Vibes (5:00 – 9:30pm)
Sunday 9 February 2025
- Breakfast is available, from 0800hrs
- Race Briefing & $100 Coffee Draw, 0930hrs
- ORC Championship, Windward/Leeward races, Palm Beach Circle, 1055hrs
- Pittwater Club Series, 2 inshore races, 1125hrs
- Australian Sports Boat Series
- Post race celebration – Presentation
Regatta Entry
Australian Sports Boat National Titles
Pittwater Series
Race Documents & Notices
Latest News
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Race Documents, Entry & Results
Official Notice Board
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Further Event Information
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Visitor Parking
Visitor parking is available in the Crystal Bay Car Park. Access the carpark via Crystal Street, Newport.
There is a walkway through the Crystal Bay hardstand area to access the club.
- Narrabeen Sport and Recreation
- Metro Mirage, discount for competitors
- Airbnb’s – House accommodation for families
- Checkers Resort and Conference Centre, Terrey Hills
- Miramare Gardens, Terrey Hills
- Terrey Hills Caravan Park & Cabins
- Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park – Narrabeen
- Manly Beach Sebel (Accor Hotels)
- Novotel Manly Pacific
- Palm Beach Apartments & Bed and Breakfast
- Avalon Backpackers Hostel
- Pittwater Eco YHA (youth hostel)
- Narrabeen Sands Hotel
Enquiries & Contacts
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
Contact RPAYC for further information regarding facilities, and for sponsorship and marketing opportunities.
16 Mitala Street, Newport NSW 2106
Phone: +61 2 9998 3700
Email: sailing@rpayc.com.au