How to Get Involved

The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron aims to assist and facilitate opportunities for aspiring crew and skippers. 

LEARNING TO SAIL OR DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLS

Sailing Academy Courses and Classes
RQYS Sailing Academy offer Keelboat, Dinghy and Board learn-to-sail and development courses, classes and discover sailing days. Running 7 days a week, the Sailing Academy has a variety of different options to suit you! 

Sail Our Boats Sailing/Membership Package 
Includes a Crew Membership + 10 or 20 Group Sailing Lessons or Club Racing Sessions supported by the RQYS Sailing Academy and Regatta Office

RACING
Club Elliott 6 Racing on Saturdays
Develop your racing skills further with a supportive crew of fellow-learners on an RQYS Elliott 6 – BOOK NOW!

WAGS Racing (Wednesday Afternoon Go Sailing)
Great for crewing on yachts and networking within Manly’s sailing community

DOWNLOAD the SailConnect App to find local skippers/boats who need crew! 

View the Available Crew Register

View Skippers Looking for Crew

If you need any assistance or have any questions, please call our Sailing Office on 07 3396 8666 or email sailing@rqys.com.au