Royal Queensland
Yacht Squadron

About Us

Royal Queensland
Yacht Squadron

Located on the waterfront of Brisbane’s eastern Bayside suburb Manly, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron is home to one of this State’s oldest and most prestigious sailing and cruising clubs. Formed in 1885, the Squadron has a long history of supporting and encouraging sailing as a sport that continues today. Sailors at all levels – from beginners in Optimists or Sabots and juniors in a variety of dinghies through to our elite sailors competing with distinction in class championships at International and Olympic events – come to RQYS to enjoy sailing on Moreton Bay. The Squadron itself hosts regular Club Championship races for our Members, along with State, National and International regattas.

A warm welcome is guaranteed, and we look forward to seeing you and helping you belong to Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron.

NEWS

Keep up to date with all the latest news from the Squadron in our news section on the website.

May 26 saw a cruise of different kind heading to the Southern Latitudes of Australia. The first participants depart one week before the cruise weekend and slowly made their way South by land bound conveyance. As most crews had arrive…

Above: Left to right. Mila, Evie, Seb, Monte, Harry, Addie and Ruby Denmark Bound! Seven of our ILCA 4 youth academy sailors heading abroad. A huge congratulations to seven of our junior sailors, who have been selected to represent Australia…

Below: Photo of Ben Fitzharding Vice Commodore of RPYS exchanging a RQYS WAGS Burgee WAGS REPORT DATE:  20/5/2026 WIND:  W-SW-SSW-10-15-0 TIDE: H@12:14-1.77M COURSE: STARTED OUT ON 1BR SWITCHED TO 1CR NUMBER OF BOATS: 34 “Let’s ‘go sailing” we said, “On…

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year for members and visitors.

Our calendar provides a quick and easy way to see what is coming up for the months ahead.

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