Two RS21 yachts on the water at the 2026 Open Match Racing Regatta at RGYC

Match racing momentum builds in Geelong ahead of Australian Youth Championship

Match racing returned to Victorian waters over the weekend, with Royal Geelong Yacht Club’s Open Match Racing Regatta providing a valuable lead-in to next month’s Australian Youth Match Racing Championship....

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Smuggler on the water during the 2026 Noakes Sydney to Gold Coast Race

Smuggler fights for Line Honours in the Noakes Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race 2026

In the southern hemisphere winter, whales migrate north to the warmer waters of Queensland and northern Australia. Sailors from the southern states follow a similar route, heading north for the...

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Immediate Past Commodore Paul Buchholz stands with 50 year member and 101 year old member Jack Anderson for a photo.

RGYC 15th Annual 50-Year Members Lunch

On Thursday, 3 September, Royal Geelong Yacht Club celebrated the 15th Annual 50-Year Members Lunch, proudly sponsored by Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Services. The annual lunch is a special opportunity...

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Jury members at RGYC

Help keep racing fair: Become an RGYC Race Official

Every time we race, we rely on a shared understanding: that everyone will compete fairly, respect the Racing Rules of Sailing and accept a proper process when competitors see an...

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Navigating the new CGT rules. An article by Davidsons accountants and consultants.

Capital Gains Tax Reform: What the New Rules Mean for Your Wealth

With the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Act 2026 on 26 June 2026, Australia has locked in the biggest shift to capital gains tax in...

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RGYC to host Australian Youth Match Racing Championship

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC), in conjunction with Australian Sailing, will host the Australian Youth Match Racing Championship from 22 to 25 October 2026.  The Championships will be a World Sailing Grade 3 Youth event. Teams will complete in the...

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Kraken Sails Toecutter wins ORCV Apollo Bay Race

The Apollo Bay Race is a welcome 52-nautical-mile sprint on the offshore calendar. This year it delivered perfect early-winter conditions and strong RGYC representation, with six club boats lining up...

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Two women on a yacht during the Royal Geelong Yacht Club women on water sailing development program. One leans on the back of the both while the other is steering at the helm.

Our Women on Water Sailing Development Program Returns For Winter

We’re excited to welcome the return of our Women on Water (WoW) Sailing Development Program for Winter 2026 at the Royal Geelong Yacht Club. Women on Water creates a supportive...

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Season Wraps in Queenscliff with the McAllister Cup

The 2026 edition of the McAllister Cup from Geelong to Queenscliff saw 28 yachts and over 150 sailors participate in the annual 28 nautical mile race. Cameron Rae’s Shaw 11...

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Why Sailors Get Back Pain – and What You Can Do About It

Back pain in sailors is common due to strain and posture. Learn causes, prevention tips, and treatments to stay strong and pain-free on the water.

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People in a gym using different machines to help avoid hip pain while sailing

Staying Strong on the Water: Health-Funded Programs at Kieser for Hip, Knee and Back Pain

Sailing places unique demands on the body. Whether you’re moving across a rolling deck, hiking out, grinding winches, trimming sails, or bracing against unpredictable conditions, your hips, knees and spine...

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Wrist Pain in Sailors: Why Structured Strength Matters from the Core to the Hands

Wrist pain in sailors is common, but the wrist is rarely the real problem. Learn how shoulder, core and grip strength protect performance.

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Knee Pain, Osteoarthritis & Sailing: Why Strength Training Is the Key to Staying on the Water

Knee pain is one of the most common issues experienced by sailors, particularly as time on the water,  and years of sailing, accumulate. Whether you’re moving fore and aft, trimming...

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Neck Pain and Sailing: Why Strong Cervical Muscles Matter on the Water

Sailing neck pain is common, but targeted Training can reduce discomfort, improve posture, and keep sailors performing on the water.

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Critical areas of your boat to maintain for insurance purposes

Proper boat maintenance is key. Neglecting hull, engine, electrical or safety systems can jeopardise insurance claims.

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A woman using a core strengthening machine to train for core strength while sailing.

Balance, Core Strength, and Sailing: The Hidden Performance Advantage

Sailing demands balance and core strength. Discover why targeted core training improves stability, reduces injury risk and boosts performance on the water.

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Why Insurers Value Proper Maintenance

Keep your boat well-maintained to reduce risks, protect insurance coverage, and ensure smooth claims.

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Wrights of Passage volunteers Paul Gallagher, Natasja Mcclay, Brian Mason presenting Can't Touch This to cadets Louis Davis, Jack Benyan and Grace Lochead- Caddy

Can’t Touch This Returns to the Water

The cadet boat Can't Touch This has been lovingly restored and returned to the cadets, marking a wonderful collaboration between the Wrights of Passage volunteers and program participants.

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The Importance of Ongoing Boat Maintenance for Insurance Claims

Learn how to handle boat insurance claims effectively. Ensure proper maintenance and documentation to simplify the claims process and protect your vessel.

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People in a gym using different machines to help avoid hip pain while sailing

Why Sailors Get Hip Pain and How Strength Training Can Save Your Hips for the Long Haul

Whether you’re racing around the cans on a breezy Wednesday night or settling in for a long passage, sailing demands far more from the hips than most people realise. We...

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