ROYAL QUEENSLAND  YACHT SQUADRON

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

Develop Life-long Friendships

Yes, the sailing and cruising is spectacular, and the location is stunning, but that’s only part of it. Our members and our people make the Squadron a special place. Arguably the most compelling reason of all to join is because it presents the opportunity to belong to one of the world’s great yacht clubs and the chance to make many new friends and to enjoy their company in an open and welcoming environment.
The RQYS Sailing Academy provides an extensive array of nationally recognized courses in the realms of learning to sail and sailing-related activities, spanning dinghies, keelboats, powerboats, and windsurfers. As an accredited Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre, the Academy has been the springboard for numerous successful sailing journeys. Our experienced and professional staff, bolstered by dedicated and fully trained volunteers, consistently conduct on-water and shore-based courses throughout the year. Our instructors and coaches hold qualifications from Australian Sailing, placing equal emphasis on ensuring student safety and fostering an enjoyable learning experience, thus crafting an ideal environment for skill acquisition.

Social Occasions

When cruising sailors meet there is always the opportunity for a spontaneous and special social occasion, under a palm tree on a white sand beach with the waves lapping at your toes, on a boat enjoying a cocktail and nibbles with new and close friends ~ or wearing a black tie and board shorts for a celebration. These weekends are a great way to meet new people, have some fun and enjoy the company of other members.