Sydney Amateur Sailing Club
Sydney Amateur Sailing Club is a community sailing club located at the scenic location of Mosman Bay in Artarmon on the Lower North Shore of Sydney. The Clubhouse is situated on Middle Harbour, adjacent to the Artarmon Reserve. It offers a wide range of sailing activities for beginners through to advanced sailors. The Sydney Amateur Sailing Club is particularly famous for its learn-to-sail programs, which have introduced the sport of sailing to thousands of people over the years.
History
The Club was founded in 1872 and is one of the oldest sailing clubs in Australia. The Club has a rich history and has produced many Australian champions. It has hosted some of the most prestigious yacht races in Australia, including the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the Kenwood Cup. Several renowned Australian sailors have been members of the Club, including Sir James Hardy, KBE, CBE, who represented Australia in the Olympic Games and won eight world championships.
The Clubhouse
There is a beautiful clubhouse that overlooks the water, where members and guests can enjoy stunning views of Sydney Harbour. The clubhouse has a bar, dining room, kitchen, function room, change rooms and a Pro Shop. The club also has a fleet of keelboats and dinghies which are available for members to use.
Facilities
Following a recent refurbishment, the clubhouse now offers magnificent views over Mosman Bay. It has a large function room that can accommodate up to 180 people, a well-stocked refreshment area, and a kitchen that can cater for any function. The Club also has a large outdoor deck area that is perfect for functions and parties. The boat owners can also utilize the club’s mooring, slipway, and workshop facilities that are located adjacent to the clubhouse. The club also offers a tender service that can take members to and from their boats.
Memberships
The Club welcomes new members of all ages and abilities. There is a range of membership options available that cater for different levels of involvement. For those who just want to enjoy the social aspects of the Club, there is a Social Membership. This gives access to the clubhouse facilities and discounts on function room hire. For those who want to sail, there is a range of racing and cruising memberships available that give access to the Club’s fleet of keelboats and dinghies. The Club also offers learn-to-sail courses for adults and juniors.
Sailing Activities
The Club offers a wide range of sailing activities for all levels of ability. These include keelboat racing, dinghy racing, and cruising. The Club also offers a learn-to-sail program for adults and juniors. For more professional sailors, the club has a performance sailing squad. There is no better place to experience the blue Sydney skies than out on the water with Sydney Amateur Sailing Club!
Events
The Club hosts a number of events throughout the year, both on and off the water. These include regular keelboat and dinghy races, cruises, social functions, and learn-to-sail courses. The Club also hosts a number of major events that are open to the public, such as the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Safety Record
The Club has an excellent safety record, and all sailing activities are supervised by qualified instructors. You can enjoy the on-shore and on-water activities in the knowledge that you are in safe hands.
Final Verdict
Sydney Amateur Sailing Club, Artarmon, offers something for everyone. With its sailing and yachting facilities and stunning location, it is the perfect place to enjoy all that Sydney has to offer. Whether you are an experienced sailor or someone who just wants to enjoy the social aspects of the Club, Artarmon is the place for you. The Clubhouse offers magnificent views over Mosman Bay, and the facilities are top-notch. We highly recommend visiting Sydney Amateur Sailing Club if you’re in Artarmon!
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