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.

EVENTS
AND ACTIVITIES

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.

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.

NEWS

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

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

Our fabulous Volunteer Co-ordinator, Phil Tooth, has worked tirelessly since June 2023 to recruit, train and support hundreds of volunteers who have contributed to the continuous, smooth operation of RQYS sailing and Finn's Shed activities.

IVM Day is a day to recognize the important role that volunteer managers play in effective volunteering. Volunteer managers like Phil are responsible for coordinating, training, supporting, recruiting, and administering volunteers. They are skilled professionals who help people turn their passion into action for the benefit of their community, and our club.

WIND: ENE-NNE-8-12 Knots COURSE: 23B TIDE: L@13:22 NUMBER OF BOATS: 43   Another new course, enjoyed by all! A fantastic fleet of 43 turned up to enjoy our bay and didn’t it turn on another brilliant afternoon of near perfect…

Saturday, 26 October 2024 As I Saw It (and remembered it!) 6 Etchells made the start line this week. With Waterloo Too’s regular crew unavailable, Patto Snr was joined by Patto Jnr (Ben) and Junior Patto Jnr (James) and Rowdy…

Topic Talks with Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services Last week’s Topic Talk was presented by park rangers Troy and Wayne from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and was attended by an enthusiastic and engaged group of members.  QPWS’s…

RQYS-ILCA4 Olympic Format Test Event Yesterday marked day two of the heats for the ILCA 4 Olympic Format Test Event. Well done to all the sailors who rose to the occasion and tackled the demanding Southern Course yesterday, particularly considering…

Saturday, 17 October 2024 As I Saw It (and remembered it!)   This week 5 Etchells hit the water with a number of replacement skippers on board. With Patto out injured Al Cowen stepped in to take the helm of…

WIND: NE-10-16 Knots COURSE: 26 Bravo TIDE: H@13:45 NUMBER OF BOATS: 39   When conditions couldn't be better! After a high wind and a rough sea weekend, the beautiful weather for our Wednesday arvo sail could not have been better.…

Hobie 16 State Championships Lake Cootharaba by Peter Bates | Above image by Russell Witt Photography The Hobie 16 State Championships were recently held on Lake Cootharaba over the October long weekend. Cootharaba was at its finest with the water…

Saturday, 12 October 2024 As I Saw It (and remembered it!)   With the 2 previous Saturdays racing having been cancelled due to excessive wind, Huey finally came to the party providing a perfect 10 kt nor’easter. With St Helena…

WIND: ESE-SE-10-16 Knots COURSE: 21A TIDE: L@ 13:42 NUMBER OF BOATS: 35   Another new course for an adventurous fleet! A good fleet assembled on the start line to experience another new course and once again it was received with…

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