Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron

History

It was not until 1902 that the squadron was able to lease a property at Wudyong Point on the eastern side of Kirribilli, with a stone cottage, a landing stage and a slipway. The site was occupied on 24 January 1903. The whale's jawbones, forming an archway over the pathway, came from a whaling station at Twofold Bay. The flagstaff was salvaged from the collier Bellambi and presented by Sir Frederick Waley, a member.

The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron is one of the main members of the International Council of Yacht Clubs.

International America's Cup Challenges

1962 RSYS Challenged the New York Yacht Club for the America's Cup. The Gretel lost 4–1. 1970 RSYS again raced in Newport Rhode Island. The Gretel II lost 4–1.

Purpose

The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron is a private member sailing club. The squadron grounds, facilities and services are provided for the enjoyment and utilization of members and invited guests in their company. The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron is not open to the public.

The Squadron's main objective is to promote sailing as a sport.

Youth Sailing

The squadron's Youth Sailing program commenced in 1960. The aims of the program are, broadly stated, to foster and promote sailing and to provide young men and women with social skills, confidence, values and friends that will place them in good stead to approach the challenges of life.

The youth program uses three Laser Classes, 4.7, Radial and Standard, and the Optimist Class, as well as Pacers and Elliot 7s.

References

References

1. (1 January 1923). "Sir Frederick Waley". [[The Daily Telegraph (Sydney).