RQYS will again be running back-to-back Nationals over January 2020. We look forward to welcoming the Flying 11s, Flying 15s, Raceboard and Formula Boards back to RQYS for another Manly Summer of Sailing!

6 – 10 Jan – 2020 Australian Contender Championships
12 – 18 Jan – 2020 Australian Flying 11 Championships
12 – 18 Jan – 2020 Australian Flying 15 Championships
20 – 24 Jan – 2020 Australian Raceboard and Formula Championships

This course builds on the skills developed in the Start Sailing 1 & 2 course, in a double-handed dinghy.

Pricing:
$160

Contact the Sailing Academy directly to book into this Course: 3396 8666 or sailingacademy@rqys.com.au

PRICING:
$75.00 per day or $350.00 per 5 days. Includes Sail & Play sun-safe hat.

Sail & Play is a school holiday program which is owned and managed by the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Sailing Academy. Situated on Manly Harbour at the edge of Moreton Bay, Sail & Play is a great way to introduce the kids to boating, meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors during school holidays.

Sail & Play always promises your kids a great time and gets them moving, all week long! Sail & Play runs from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, and is for ages 6 – 12.

One thing to remember is that Sail & Play is a popular program, and places are limited. To secure a place, please ensure you book ASAP for these upcoming programs.

The Sailing Academy is situated on your left when facing the Squadron and you’ll be met at the blue gate to sign in. We ask that the kids bring a hat, lunch, closed in shoes, sun-safe clothes, a change of clothes and a towel. Please remember that Sail & Play is weather dependent, if the weather is dangerous we will run activities on land.

What to expect: A week of fun activities run by the qualified instructors. The instructors are vigilant about safety and sun protection throughout the week, please let us know if your child has any special conditions such as allergies.

What to bring: A spare hat, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), swimmers/rash-shirt, lunch, change of clothes and a towel.

Every Wednesday of every year (weather permitting), enthusiastic yachties take the afternoon off work and venture to RQYS for a fun and friendly race around the local islands of Moreton Bay.

Rearrange your schedule and get on down to the RQ Bar from 12 noon to enter your yacht or register your interest to sail. Our WAGS Team will do their best to place visiting sailors on a yacht. Please note, we cannot guarantee that a position will always be available.

View the Sailing Instructions here

How WAGS Works 

The first thing to do when arriving at the club is to sign-in at Clubhouse Reception. 

• We would recommend that you arrive between 12 and 12:30 pm to complete this process, as the subsequent crew registration is between 12 and 1:00 pm.
• If you are not already covered by Australian Sailing’s on-water insurance and liability, our friendly Receptionists will sign-you-up for an RQYS Sail Pass Day Membership, which will provide you with insurance cover for the day.
  • This RQYS Sail Pass Day Membership essentially initiates newcomers to the Squadron as a crew member for that day, affording the individual the opportunity to enjoy the on-water activities on offer.

There are four (4) options available to assist you in participating in a WAGS event; those being:

1. Join as a Crew member of RQYS (pricing is available at Reception)
2. Provide evidence of membership of an Australian Sailing affiliated yacht club
3. Be signed in by an RQYS Member and complete a Sail Pass Day Membership form. This also grants you the first three (3) sails as complimentary.
4. Purchase a WAGS Sail Pass Day Membership (Fee of $25 per day is applicable for the first six visits – this fee includes a $10 Food and Beverage Voucher. Fees increase to $45 for the next six visits, subsequent participation must be facilitated by membership in the appropriate category

Secondly, you will then need to register with the WAGS coordinators in the RQ Bar. They will assign you to a vessel, if one is available.

• Placement on a vessel for WAGS will be prioritised in order of the four (4) options above; and as such we cannot guarantee that you will make it onto a vessel to go sailing.
• The number of spaces available is completely dependent on the number of boats entered in WAGS and if the skippers of those boats have any available spots for extra crew.
• Depending on weather and the vessel you are assigned, the sailing event / competition can take anywhere between 2 to 4 hours.

In terms of what to bring, we recommend a bottle of water, clothes that can get wet and shoes with non-marking soles (so as to not mark the deck of the boat).

Why WAGS is important 

WAGS is a vital strategic pathway for on-water participation in the sport of sailing. It provides an avenue through which individuals and families can engage in an intensive but light-hearted interpretation of the sport, before ultimately committing to a learn-to-sail course or RQYS membership.

It is the intention of WAGS to introduce newcomers to the joys and excitement of sailing on Moreton Bay, both competitively and recreationally. We hope that all WAGS participants fall in love with our sport and choose to belong to our rich, vibrant community here at RQYS.

WAGS also provides an avenue for avid sailors to regularly compete as a crew member, developing their skills and experience, in the absence of owning their own vessel.

Click here to watch Channel 7’s The Great Day Out WAGS Feature!

*Please note: some information in this video has changed since its release.
  Please read full details below.

This course builds on the skills developed in the Start Sailing 1 & 2 course, in a double-handed dinghy.

Pricing:
$160

Contact the Sailing Academy directly to book into this Course: 3396 8666 or sailingacademy@rqys.com.au

PRICING:
$75.00 per day or $350.00 per 5 days. Includes Sail & Play sun-safe hat.

Sail & Play is a school holiday program which is owned and managed by the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Sailing Academy. Situated on Manly Harbour at the edge of Moreton Bay, Sail & Play is a great way to introduce the kids to boating, meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors during school holidays.

Sail & Play always promises your kids a great time and gets them moving, all week long! Sail & Play runs from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, and is for ages 6 – 12.

One thing to remember is that Sail & Play is a popular program, and places are limited. To secure a place, please ensure you book ASAP for these upcoming programs.

The Sailing Academy is situated on your left when facing the Squadron and you’ll be met at the blue gate to sign in. We ask that the kids bring a hat, lunch, closed in shoes, sun-safe clothes, a change of clothes and a towel. Please remember that Sail & Play is weather dependent, if the weather is dangerous we will run activities on land.

What to expect: A week of fun activities run by the qualified instructors. The instructors are vigilant about safety and sun protection throughout the week, please let us know if your child has any special conditions such as allergies.

What to bring: A spare hat, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), swimmers/rash-shirt, lunch, change of clothes and a towel.

($395.00 for members and $430.00 for non members)

For those who’ve completed Tackers 1. Tackers 2 consolidates the experiences and knowledge gained in Tackers 1 and introduces skills and knowledge that will enable students to safely and competently sail a small boat in controlled conditions (light winds, enclosed waters) with limited guidance.

What to expect: A nationally renowned curriculum, started in Victoria, that introduces students to the concept of sailing. Each morning during the term will include a briefing on land and some theory, then implementation of that theory on the water (weather dependent). The holiday programs are the same, just running two sessions each day instead of one morning a week. Every Tackers program is twenty one hours of education, and most of the time is spent sailing.

What to bring: Sun-safe clothes to get wet, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), sun-screen, and a great attitude! All the students are given a colour-coded Tackers cap for the program.

($395.00 for members and $430.00 for non members)

Introducing Tackers 2 graduates to competitive sailing. Tackers 3 builds on the skills and knowledge gained in the Tackers 1 & 2, and will enable the child to manoeuvre the boat efficiently in light to moderate conditions. The students learn more advanced boat handling skills, basic racing skills, and boat maintenance to prepare them for RQYS Green Fleet.

What to expect: A nationally renowned curriculum, started in Victoria, that introduces students to the concept of sailing. Each morning during the term will include a briefing on land and some theory, then implementation of that theory on the water (weather dependent). The holiday programs are the same, just running two sessions each day instead of one morning a week. Every Tackers program is twenty one hours of education, and most of the time is spent sailing.

What to bring: Sun-safe clothes to get wet, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), sun-screen, and a great attitude! All the students are given a colour-coded Tackers cap for the program.

Social Sailing is a sailing program that anyone can book into. Sailing on the Elliott 6’s, the program is the perfect way for anyone and everyone to experience beautiful Moreton Bay in a monohull sailing boat. On-board each boat will be a Qualified Instructor who will teach you how to sail.

Price: $35.00 per session

($395.00 for members and $430.00 for non members)

For those who’ve completed Tackers 1. Tackers 2 consolidates the experiences and knowledge gained in Tackers 1 and introduces skills and knowledge that will enable students to safely and competently sail a small boat in controlled conditions (light winds, enclosed waters) with limited guidance.

What to expect: A nationally renowned curriculum, started in Victoria, that introduces students to the concept of sailing. Each morning during the term will include a briefing on land and some theory, then implementation of that theory on the water (weather dependent). The holiday programs are the same, just running two sessions each day instead of one morning a week. Every Tackers program is twenty one hours of education, and most of the time is spent sailing.

What to bring: Sun-safe clothes to get wet, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), sun-screen, and a great attitude! All the students are given a colour-coded Tackers cap for the program.

PRICING:
$75.00 per day or $350.00 per 5 days. Includes Sail & Play sun-safe hat.

Sail & Play is a school holiday program which is owned and managed by the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Sailing Academy. Situated on Manly Harbour at the edge of Moreton Bay, Sail & Play is a great way to introduce the kids to boating, meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors during school holidays.

Sail & Play always promises your kids a great time and gets them moving, all week long! Sail & Play runs from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, and is for ages 6 – 12.

One thing to remember is that Sail & Play is a popular program, and places are limited. To secure a place, please ensure you book ASAP for these upcoming programs.

The Sailing Academy is situated on your left when facing the Squadron and you’ll be met at the blue gate to sign in. We ask that the kids bring a hat, lunch, closed in shoes, sun-safe clothes, a change of clothes and a towel. Please remember that Sail & Play is weather dependent, if the weather is dangerous we will run activities on land.

What to expect: A week of fun activities run by the qualified instructors. The instructors are vigilant about safety and sun protection throughout the week, please let us know if your child has any special conditions such as allergies.

What to bring: A spare hat, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), swimmers/rash-shirt, lunch, change of clothes and a towel.

($395.00 for members and $430.00 for non members)

Introducing Tackers 2 graduates to competitive sailing. Tackers 3 builds on the skills and knowledge gained in the Tackers 1 & 2, and will enable the child to manoeuvre the boat efficiently in light to moderate conditions. The students learn more advanced boat handling skills, basic racing skills, and boat maintenance to prepare them for RQYS Green Fleet.

What to expect: A nationally renowned curriculum, started in Victoria, that introduces students to the concept of sailing. Each morning during the term will include a briefing on land and some theory, then implementation of that theory on the water (weather dependent). The holiday programs are the same, just running two sessions each day instead of one morning a week. Every Tackers program is twenty one hours of education, and most of the time is spent sailing.

What to bring: Sun-safe clothes to get wet, closed in shoes to get wet (ie: no sandals or Crocs), sun-screen, and a great attitude! All the students are given a colour-coded Tackers cap for the program.

Social Sailing is a sailing program that anyone can book into. Sailing on the Elliott 6’s, the program is the perfect way for anyone and everyone to experience beautiful Moreton Bay in a monohull sailing boat. On-board each boat will be a Qualified Instructor who will teach you how to sail.

Price: $35.00 per session

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT FROM 5:30PM!

The perfect way to wind down and wine down at the end of the week! Ladies can enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival with free nibbles making their way around.

This event is completely FREE for all members, guests, and visitors of the Squadron.

Cruise Captains: Dean and Sally Johns

Social Sailing is a sailing program that anyone can book into. Sailing on the Elliott 6’s, the program is the perfect way for anyone and everyone to experience beautiful Moreton Bay in a monohull sailing boat. On-board each boat will be a Qualified Instructor who will teach you how to sail.

Price: $35.00 per session

Ladies Sailing is a ladies-only sailing program which runs Saturday from 13:00 – 15:00 all year round (Excluding Public Holidays). The program is perfect for women interested in exercise, learning to sail, and experiencing the great outdoors – right outside your doorstep! Sailing in the Elliott 6’s (Keelboats), the women will sail around Moreton Bay with a highly experienced and qualified Keelboat Instructor on each boat, helping the women develop their skill level.

Price: $35.00 per session

‘Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi!’

Celebrate Australia Day with us at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron for a day full of Aussie themed festivities and fun!

Enjoy the live music from the Curtis Luxton Band and DJ Paul
11am-4pm on the Lawn Stage

DINING OPTIONS:
Long Lunch Sundays – Restaurant & Café
Meat Us At RQ 1kg Rump Challenge – Restaurant & Café

RESTAURANT 11.30am-4.30pm
Special Australia Day menu with table service

CAFÉ 11.30am-4.30pm
Special Cafe Australia Day menu 11.30-4.30pm
Aussie Burger Bar 10am-4.30pm

PICNIC BLANKET ON THE LAWN 11.30am-4.30pm
$90 – for 4 guests
Includes:
–Gourmet filled baguettes (1 per person)
–Gourmet Cheese Box
–Gourmet Bag of Crisps
–Fresh Fruit
–Fresh Lamingtons
–Bottle of Sparkling Water
Add an extra person for $15 per person
(MUST BE PAID FOR AT TIME OF BOOKING)
Picnic Blanket + Umbrella + Filled Lunch Picnic Basket
LIMITED NUMBERS AVAILABLE – book now!

MUSIC ON THE LAWN STAGE 11am-4pm
DJ Paul 11am-3pm
Curtis Luxton and Band 12-4pm

LAWN ACTIVITIES 11am-4pm
Soak in the sun with heaps of activities, big games and exciting competitions or beat the heat on the main rigging lawn with giant water slide, sprinklers and baby pools! Don’t forget your swimmers!

For the skillful Aussies we have giant jenga, giant connect four, ring toss and giant pick up sticks. Our more competitive natured guests might enjoy the many competitions we will be running on the main lawn with lots of prizes up for grabs! Tug of War and Thong Toss – On the day your chance to WIN the inaugural “Biggest Tosser” Trophy!

Bookings are essential, so let us know you can make it!

For Lunch Bookings please contact our Reservations Team on 07 3396 8666 or reservations@rqys.com.au

To Book your picnic blanket & basket please contact our Functions Team on 07 3396 8666 or functions@rqys.com.au