Rye Yacht Club - Friendly, Informal, Welcoming

The sailing season at Rye Yacht Club commences early in October and finishes in mid to late April. Most Club racing is on Sundays, and there are concentrated series of events over the Christmas - New Year and Easter holiday periods.

The club sailing programme includes a variety of courses and trophy series, usually with multi-division starts. Both VYC and Club handicapping are used.

For those new to sailing, Club members are always willing to provide friendly assistance and advice on request.

Recognised marine rescue service

The Club provides marine rescue services - not only for Club members - but also for members of the public who may get into difficulties on days of Club activities.

All Club races are conducted under the watchful supervision of Club officials in the radio-equipped race control tower, backed by the fully-equipped Club owned rescue boats that are in constant radio contact with the tower.

The Club operates both VHF and 27 Mhz marine radio systems, and is licensed with the Australian Communications Authority as an official shore-based marine radio communications station.

Variety of great social activities

The social sub-committee organises many and varied social events during the year, appealing to all age groups.