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Harken Int. Youth Match Racing Championship 2026 Kicks Off – Welcome
Harken Int. Youth Match Racing Championship 2026 Kicks Off – Wednesday 11 The 2026 HARKEN International Youth Match Racing Championship got underway on Wednesday 11 November, with 10 teams taking to Pittwater for a day of practice racing ahead of the official competition starting Thursday at 10:00 am. Robbie Wooldridge and his RNZYS Crew Angus …
Get Involved in the HARKEN Championship!
What Makes Match Racing So Exciting? For members more familiar with conventional fleet racing, match racing offers a different spectacle. Featuring head-to-head competition in identical boats, match racing places the emphasis squarely on the sailors’ tactical decisions, boat handling and teamwork. The contest begins before the starting signal, with each skipper manoeuvring to gain an …
The World’s Best Young Match Racers Descend on Pittwater
The World’s Best Young Match Racers Descend on Pittwater Some of the world’s most talented young sailors are arriving on Pittwater this week for the 32nd HARKEN International Youth Match Racing Championship. With the world’s top three ranked youth match racing skippers in the line-up, strong Trans-Tasman rivalries and ten teams ready to do battle, …
DF 95 National Championship 2026
The 2026 DF 95 National Championship brought together radio sailing competitors from across the country for four days of racing from 1–4 October at Bayside Park in Seabrook, Texas, near Houston. Hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club, the championship showcased the skill and precision of DF 95 sailors as they competed for national honours in one …
Melbourne Cup 2026 at RPAYC
The race that stops the nation. From stunning floral dresses and fabulous hats to our Best Dressed Parade, the club was dressed to impress. Guests enjoyed delicious food, a custom cocktail on arrival and high spirits throughout the day. And once the big race was run, the celebrations continued, with everyone dancing the afternoon away. …
Harken Int. Youth Match Racing Championship 2026 – Day 1 Hayhoe unbeaten
MEDIA RELEASE | 12 NOVEMBER 2026 Hayhoe unbeaten as HARKEN Championship opens with 32 races on Pittwater James Hayhoe and his Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron team lead the 2026 HARKEN International Youth Match Racing Championship after an unbeaten opening day on Pittwater, ahead of Ethan Fong and Louis Tilly. Hosted by the Royal Prince Alfred …
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Marine Services
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club AUSTRALIA'S 2017/2018 CLUB MARINA OF THE YEAR has permanent berthing, mooring and dry storage for members and also offers berthing and mooring for visitors to the Club. Located in Newport on the beautiful Pittwater waterway, Broken Bay.
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Membership
The Club offers various categories of membership to suit individual requirements and offers families an opportunity to enjoy the facilities with children free when included in a family membership package.
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Accommodation
Alfred's House Accommodation
Waterside accommodation on Pittwater.
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Functions & Dining
Enjoy waterside dining, celebrate a special event, or meet for a work conference, all on the shores of Pittwater. We also cater for weddings and large events.
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Training Services
RPAYC runs a number of courses from Learn to Sail for Kids 'Tackers', Youth 'OutThere' Programs and Adults Keelboat Courses, to School Holiday Programs, Class Development Training, Youth Development Training, Private Coaching sessions, Schools Training, Professional development courses and Marine courses via Above and Beyond Boating.
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Our Club
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club is situated on Green Point on the pristine body of water called Pittwater, on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
"The Alfreds", as it's known by locals and members, has a long and colourful history and is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious yacht Clubs. The Club is currently home to the Admiral's Cup, one of yachting's most sought after trophies.
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