Women On Water Members’ Take to the Waters in a Teams Event Aboard the RS21 Fleet

March 6, 2024

Women On Water Members’ Take to the Waters in a Teams Event Aboard the RS21 Fleet

Last Sunday four of our Club's RS21 boats took to the water for a Women On Water Teams Event. Participants delved into a day filled with learning and friendly competition!

February 21, 2024

Gillard and Thompson take out the 2024 Fireball Worlds with a race to spare

British Fireball sailors Tom Gillard and Andy Thompson have been crowned World Champions at the 2024 Fireball Worlds in Geelong, Australia. 

February 7, 2024

Immerse Yourself in Maritime Magic: The Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong Returns!

Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Royal Geelong Yacht Club, the Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong is gearing up for its much-anticipated return in 2024.

January 31, 2024

The 2024 Festival of Sails: Celebrating Excellence and Community!

Royal Geelong Yacht Club and the picturesque waters of Geelong recently played host to an outstanding display of sailing excellence and vibrant community spirit at the 2024 Festival of Sails.

January 17, 2024

Dominance and Determination: RGYC Success Stories Unfold at the 2024 ILCA Australian & Oceania Championships

Adelaide Sailing Club played host to the largest sailing event ever staged in the city, with over 300 boats competing across the ILCA7, ILCA6, and ILCA4 divisions at the 2024 Oceania & Australian ILCA Open & Youth Championships.

January 10, 2024

RGYC Triumphs at the 62nd International Cadet Australian Championships

The picturesque shores of Hobart at Sandy Bay Sailing Club witnessed the exhilarating 62nd International Cadet Australian Championship from December 29th, 2023 to January 4th, 2024. Representing the Royal Geelong Yacht Club, a formidable contingent of 13 teams showcased exceptional prowess in the 45-boat fleet.

December 4, 2023

Outstanding Contributions by Local Volunteers

The Geelong and Bellarine Visitor Information Services is a passionate cohort of local volunteers who service a significant portion of visitors to the Greater Geelong & Bellarine region. This year celebrates 30 years of dedicated volunteering.

November 20, 2023

RGYC Skiff Rowing Crews in Full Preparation for Geelong Wooden Boat Festival 2024

the RGYC Skiff Rowing Crews have been working hard to prepare ahead of the National St Ayles Skiff Championships at the Geelong Wooden Boat Festival from March 9th - March 11th 2024.

November 14, 2023

Paul Buchholz ‘Extasea’ Wins Line Honours at The Rudder Cup

Royal Geelong Yacht Club's Vice Commodore and 2023 Ocean Racer of the Year Paul Buchholz with his crew aboard 'Extasea take line honors as the first Monohull at the ORCV Melbourne to Devonport Rudder Cup across the Melbourne Cup long weekend.

November 6, 2023

Fireball Sailors take to Corio Bay in preparation for the 2024 Fireball World Championships

RGYC recently hosted another brilliant Fireball training weekend ahead of the 2024 Fireball World Championships on February 5th - 16th 2024!

Maya Cantwell represents Australia at the 2023 Optimist Asian and Oceanian Championships

Royal Geelong Yacht Club Member Maya Cantwell represented Australia in the recent 2023 Optimist Asian and Oceanian Championship.

October 30, 2023

COMMENCEMENT DATE OF THE GEELONG WATERFRONT SAFE HARBOUR PRECINCT PROJECT BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CONFIRMED

RGYC is pleased to announce the confirmation of construction for the Geelong Waterfront Safe Harbour Precinct Project (GWSHPP) Sailing School and OTB Building.

October 2, 2023

RGYC Kids & Youth Learn To Sail Programs Ready To Begin!

RGYC is excited to once again be offering kids and youth learn to sail programs! These programs aim to introduce kids and youth to the sport of sailing in a fun, relaxed and social environment and open the door for a lifetime of involvement in the Sailing community!

September 25, 2023

2024 Fireball Worlds – Last Chance For Early Bird Entries!

The excitement for the upcoming 2024 Fireball Worlds, hosted at the prestigious Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) in February 2024, is steadily growing. As the event draws near, organisers have released some key updates for participants and enthusiasts to take note of:

September 18, 2023

GeelongPort Supports Community Sailing Programs

RGYC is thrilled to welcome a new partnership with GeelongPort who have come on board as our major community sponsor of the 'Out There Sailing' program for disadvantaged, at-risk youth in the Geelong Region.

RGYC Fireball & Cadet Training Weekend

Fireball and Cadet Sailors were treated to a training weekend at RGYC over September 16th and 17th

September 12, 2023

RS21’s get a makeover ahead of the RGYC Sailing Development Program Launch!

The new fleet of RS21's that will spearhead the RGYC Sailing Development Program have finished undertaking their makeover and are ready for the upcoming program launch event on September 17th!

September 5, 2023

“Spring Into Action” – Ready To Launch!

This October Royal Geelong Yacht Club is proud to be partnering with Barwon Health to present the “Spring into Action” Initiative, aimed at facilitating Geelong Workers to become more active!

The Results Are In!

The results are in! The Member Engagement Committee are pleased to be able to release the results of the inaugural RGYC Member Engagement Survey!

August 22, 2023

Alison Weatherly Takes Bronze at the Allianz Sailing World Championships

The 2023 Allianz Sailing World Championships saw Para Sailing integrated into the event for the first time with four events across three classes. RGYC's Alison Weatherly won Australia's first medal at the event, winning Bronze in the Women's Hansa 303.