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At SYC, our club mantra is IT’S GREAT TO BELONG… and that it is!

The Club has a proud history of over 100 years and continues to grow and evolve in response to member needs.

The membership encompasses people from all walks of life who share a common interest of boating and being out on the water.

SYC’s core on-water activities revolve around three key pillars: Keelboat Racing; Off the Beach Racing; and Recreational Boating (both keelboats and power boats). Underpinning these on-water activities is a vibrant and entertaining social program, held at SYC’s wonderful clubhouse directly overlooking Port Phillip.

Our club has been recognised with many industry awards and continues to be one of Australia’s leading yacht clubs, presenting world class sailing and event facilities right on the water’s edge.  Our membership continues to grow because we offer:

  • an extensive range of popular on-water racing events across keelboat and dinghy fleets.
  • recreational boating events including organised cruises in company, navigation rallies, and other social boating events.
  • excellent boat storage facilities, including a 360-berth floating marina.
  • active and varied training programs for both juniors and seniors at all levels, with qualified instructors through our SYC Boating Academy
  • a sail pass and season pass scheme providing affordable entry to sailing activities.
  • an online crew scheme which assists matching crew looking for a boat with boats looking for crew.
  • a variety of social events throughout the year catering for all ages and interests.

SYC also supports our local community by providing school students with on water programs, conducting fundraisers and events for important organisations including the Sandringham Hospital and Challenge – Kids with Cancer.

SYC’s extensive facilities are the jewel in the crown! Our club has a fully-maintained floating marina, professionally-managed boat yard with 40-tonne travel lift, hard-stand and dinghy storage areas and a modern Clubhouse. Members and their guests have access to top class facilities including a recently updated Members Bar and Bistro and new el-fresco deck, offering extensive food and beverage choices.

SYC’s main function room, the Port Phillip Room, is available to both members and non-members, offering stunning views across Port Phillip.  With configurable options, the room can accommodate up to 250 seated guests or 400 cocktail guests with a dance floor option, and is a perfect location for major events such as weddings, celebrations of life, award presentations, work functions etc. 

So come on down to see for yourself what our great Club has to offer.

Mark Welsh
Commodore