Club News

Members’ Night Just Got Tastier – Free Wine Tasting! 🍷
Members’ Night at RGYC is all about great company, sailing stories, and connecting with fellow members over a relaxed and social evening at the Club. And this month, we’re adding something

Women’s Helm Series: Final Race, February 23rd
The final race day of the 2023-24 Women’s Helm Series is fast approaching, with two races scheduled for Sunday, February 23rd. After two fantastic race days in November and December, the series has provided

Festival of Sails 2025 Wrap: A Spectacular Weekend at RGYC
The Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) proudly hosted the 2025 Festival of Sails, welcoming an incredible 101,000 visitors to Australia’s largest keelboat regatta and one of the country’s most celebrated waterfront events. Across the January long weekend, the Club

Live on the Lawn: The Badloves & Chunky Jam
The Festival of Sails 2025 may be over, but the summer celebrations continue at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club on Thursday, 13 February, with an electrifying Live on the Lawn event! Presented by TLC Healthcare,

RGYC Sailors Shine at Etchells World Championship 2025
The Etchells World Championship, held in Brighton from January 10–14, showcased thrilling racing over five days, with outstanding results from RGYC competitors. RGYC’s TIGER, skippered by Nigel Abbott with crew Rod

Festival of Sails: Just Around the Corner!
The 2025 Festival of Sails is fast approaching, taking place from January 25–27. It’s shaping up to be our biggest festival yet, with fantastic regatta participation and thousands of people already

RGYC Race Results: Success on and off the Water!
Over the holiday break, RGYC members showcased their talent at various offshore, state, national, and international events. Congratulations to all who participated and represented our Club with pride! Here are some

A Christmas Message from Commodore Paul Buchholz
As we approach the festive season, I’d like to extend my warmest wishes to all Royal Geelong Yacht Club members and their families for a joyous Christmas and a fantastic New

THIS FRIDAY: Anther Gin Tasting at Member’s Night! 🍸
Member’s Night is set to be even more special this Friday, December 13th, with a gin tasting hosted by the award-winning Anther Distillery! It’s the perfect chance to sip, savour, and

Celebrating Midweek Marvels Medallions
We can’t go racing without them. The volunteers who set courses, man the start and finish lines, handle radio communications, and ensure everything runs smoothly are the unsung heroes of our

Calling All OTB Sailors: Celebrate the Season at the RGYC Christmas Breakup!
Hey OTB sailors—this one’s for you! The RGYC Christmas Breakup is a celebration for the entire club, bringing together our vibrant Off the Beach (OTB) community and keelboat sailors for a

Josh Garner and Charlie Stephens Shine at BSA Awards Night
The Barwon Sports Academy (BSA) Awards Night, held on Monday, December 2nd, at GMHBA Stadium, was a night of celebration, inspiration, and pride for the Royal Geelong Yacht Club. Hosted by

RGYC Members’ Forum Recap
On Saturday, 30th November, the Royal Geelong Yacht Club held its inaugural RGYC Members’ Forum, hosted by Commodore Paul Buchholz and the Board. Despite the wet weather, over 50 members attended, making

Member’s Night Just Got Tastier
Member’s Night is a cherished tradition at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club, bringing members together to connect, share stories, and celebrate our vibrant sailing community. It’s the perfect opportunity for new

Women’s Helm Series: Race 1 Recap & Race 2 Preview
The Women’s Helm Series launched with flair on Sunday, November 10th, as 11 boats took to the water for the first race of this inspiring series. On a stunning sunny day

RGYC Foundation Robbie Miller Trophy: Celebrating Legacy and Supporting Our Future
This season, the RGYC Foundation proudly presents the Robbie Miller Trophy, a three-race sub-series within the Twilight Sailing calendar. Honouring the remarkable legacy of Robbie Miller, a lifelong member and Foundation

RGYC Christmas Breakup Party
Join us at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club on Wednesday, 18th December for a festive celebration to wrap up the year in style! What’s on: Live music from the talented Luke Biscan Activities

RGYC Etchells Shine at Australian Championships
The Royal Geelong Yacht Club was proudly represented by three Etchells at the 2024-2025 Australian Championship, held at the Metung Yacht Club from November 1-5, 2024. The event saw intense competition,

Be Part of the Festival of Sails Action!
The countdown is on! The 2025 Festival of Sails is already shaping up to be one for the books, with regatta entries more than double this time last year. Legendary yachts

Strength in Sailing: Off to a Strong Start
If you’ve been at the Club on a Wednesday evening, you’ve probably noticed the Hanse 430 E setting sail as part of the Strength in Sailing program. This incredible initiative, a