Become a Member at Royals 2017/18 Edition. Updated 04/5/17

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1 Become a Member at Royals 2017/18 Edition Updated 04/5/17

2 Contents 1. Club History 2. Royals Training Centre 3. Club Sailing 4. Reciprocal Clubs 5. Member Benefits 6. Member Services and Facilities Yard and Marina Clubhouse Hire and opening times 7. Membership Categories and Pricing 8. Overview Membership Privileges 9. FAQs

3 Club History Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, or Royals as it is affectionately known, was founded in May 1853 as the Port Phillip Yacht Club. Records show that the Club is undoubtedly Australia's senior yacht club and as such is steeped in decades of yachting history and tradition. In 1872, the Club was granted the privilege of flying the Blue Ensign of the Colony of Victoria. Queen Victoria, in 1887, granted to the Club the privileges of a royal club and the Admiralty granted a Full Warrant to fly the Blue Ensign of Her Majesty's Fleet. Since 1887 it has been known as Royal Yacht Club of Victoria. In 1873, the Club moved to its present site at 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown, just across the Westgate Bridge, on the shores of the picturesque Port Phillip. Royal Yacht Club of Victoria has more than 800 members and 300 yachts on its register. The Club has a long and proud history of bay and ocean racing, as well as long distance cruising. Many past members of the Club are linked with the development of yachting in Victoria.

Sail Training And Development Royals Training Centre 03 9397 1277 I training@rycv.asn.

4 Sail Training And Development Royals Training Centre I training@rycv.asn.au The Club is very proud of its Royals Training Centre (RTC) which is the epi-centre of our Club from sailing to volunteer training. All ages are accommodated for from seven years. RTC has both male and female instructors. RTC runs courses regularly throughout the year and advertises mainly through the web site and E-News. RTC can cater for. School Groups School Holiday Programs Disability Groups Community Groups Corporate Team Building Days Volunteer Training Weekend courses

Youth Sailing (7-17 year olds) Children seven years old and upwards go into a TACKERS program which is kidcentric and designed to keep the young ones entertained yet motivated to learn about sailing.

Once they have gone through the TACKERS program, most children have become RYCV members and progress to the Club racing program which is the start of their racing career.

5 Youth Sailing (7-17 year olds) Children seven years old and upwards go into a TACKERS program which is kidcentric and designed to keep the young ones entertained yet motivated to learn about sailing. This program is open to both members and non members who have no prior sailing experience or want to refresh on skills before they enter the members CADET program. Once they have gone through the TACKERS program, most children have become RYCV members and progress to the Club racing program which is the start of their racing career. There is a great team within this age group of members and annual Presentation Night really highlights their achievements. Adult Sailing Adult and never sailed before but want to learn? Royals Training Centre (RTC) can help you get started with beginner programs that teach the theory and practical side of sailing. RTC has both dinghy and keelboats to learn to sail in. A sailor with experience? You never stop learning at our Club so Royals Training Centre has programs to suit you. Take a look. Racing Skills Development Royal Yachting Association Theory and Practical Radio Operators Course Power Boat Handling

Club Sailing Cadets When Juniors join as members, they can

International Cadets is our junior members racing class.

travel to other clubs and interstate to compete in State and

In the recent World Championships, six of the first ten

6 Club Sailing Cadets When Juniors join as members, they can enter at Cadet level if they have prior sailing experience. International Cadets is our junior members racing class. The Club hosts an annual Presentation Night and supports travel to other clubs and interstate to compete in State and National championships. In the recent World Championships, six of the first ten boats were Australian entries. The Cadet class is considered an excellent pathway to start a sailing career.

Women s Sailing The Women s Division at the Club is fast gaining recognition around the Bay. The above photo pictures the winning ladies from the 2010 Women s Keelboat Regatta.

7 Women s Sailing The Women s Division at the Club is fast gaining recognition around the Bay. The above photo pictures the winning ladies from the 2010 Women s Keelboat Regatta. The women meet regularly and Royals welcomes new female members whether you sail or not. Your support is always welcome at their events. The Women s Elliott Regatta, every September, is another date on the sailing calendar that is gathering momentum in registrations and skill level. Many of our female sailors use the Winter to improve their racing skills through the Royal Training Centre. Club Racing and Cruising Match racing is developing into a major feature of the Club's sailing program with over 300 starts in the past 12 months. It can be enjoyed by crews at all levels and it is the best way to hone your boat handling skills. Royal Yacht Club of Victoria also has a fleet of six Elliott 5.9 ideal for training and match racing. The Elliotts are 5.9m long, fast, exciting and a highly manoeuverable keelboat for a skipper and two member crew. Royal Yacht Club of Victoria also has a Cruising Group and organises trips each month for members to enjoy sailing together. These are very social events where members share stories about their trips and enjoy getting together for lunch or dinner. Classes of Boat recognised at RYCV 2.4 metre Melges 24 Sharpie Bluebird Noelex Couta Boat Thompson 7 Laser Elliott5.9 SB3 Cadet Elliott 7 Current Olympic Class (Star) 420 Flying Fifteen Pacer Optimist I550 J24 Extreme 29er

Reciprocal Clubs Royals has established and maintains reciprocal rights around the globe. It s a great exclusive benefit of your RYCV membership. We are continually adding more Clubs.

8 Reciprocal Clubs Royals has established and maintains reciprocal rights around the globe. It s a great exclusive benefit of your RYCV membership. We are continually adding more Clubs. Many members find this useful when travelling abroad, there is nothing like a warm welcome in a foreign country. And you don t have to go abroad to enjoy the hospitality of other Clubs, there are plenty here in Australia. The following Clubs have afforded us full reciprocal rights for Accessing the Reciprocal Clubs In most cases unless stated below, please contact the club well before you depart to confirm availability of moorings, accommodation and facility usage. You will need to show your current RYCV membership card and a letter of introduction. Please contact the RYCV office to obtain necessary documentation. Please note, not all clubs have accommodation or moorings available.

9 Australia All Port Phillip Yacht Clubs Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Southport Yacht Club - Gold Coast QLD Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club - NSW Royal Perth Yacht Club Royal Geelong Yacht Club Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club-Bondi NSW Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron-Manly QLD Royal Tasmania Yacht Club International Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Manila Yacht Club Royal Canadian Yacht Club Royal Thames Yacht Club (UK) Royal Torbay Yacht Club (UK) Royal Southampton Yacht Club Royal Lymington Yacht Club National Yacht Club (Ireland) Royal Bombay Yacht Club Royal Victoria Yacht Club (Canada) Royal Bermuda Yacht Club Royal Netherlands Yacht Club Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Republic of Singapore Yacht Club Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club Royal Vancouver Yacht Club Royal Langkawi Yacht Club (Malaysia) Royal Palm Yacht Club (Florida USA)

Membership Benefits Bar Members receive a discount all year round by showing their membership card. Barbecue Area The barbecue area is available for all members and their guests.

10 Membership Benefits Bar Members receive a discount all year round by showing their membership card. Barbecue Area The barbecue area is available for all members and their guests. Club Merchandise RYCV has a great range of clothing gear with Club logo. The Club also stocks merchandise including glasses and badges for purchase. Members receive a discount on all Club merchandise. Free internet access There is internet access in the bar or use your own laptop and gain free remote internet access. The RYCV office can set up an account for you. Functions Members can use the Club s function facilities for their own events and receive member discounts. You will receive free room hire if you are a Senior member.

11 Regular Club communication Four Royals Magazines, weekly E-News, vital mail outs and friendly office staff to assist with inquiries. Club Boat Hire Great deals on hiring out Club boats such as Pacers and Elliotts. Yard and Marina Members receive discounts for yard and marina services and of course given priority over external users. Dining With a stunning back drop, the restaurant offers a quality dining experience with an a-la-carte menu including daily specials. The Club will be running barbecues and special dinner theme nights as part of its dining options so keep an eye out for dates. Snack meals are available and ordered at the bar. On sailing days, the bar can organize rolls for you and your crew. Library Membership grants you access and borrowing rights to the Club library. Car Park Senior members have access to the car park. RYCV is one of the very few metropolitan based yacht clubs that can provide such a privilege to its Senior members. Training Member discounts are available on some courses we offer through Royals Training Centre, which regularly holds programs to develop member s skills.

Member services and facilities Members have access to a wealth of quality services and facilities at great rates.

The yard has a travel lift with a 28,000kg capacity. An extensive range of marine services is also available.

The Club's marina is conveniently located close to both the Club House and Members' car park.

12 Member services and facilities Members have access to a wealth of quality services and facilities at great rates. Yard and Marina Yard and Marina can help with boat maintenance and slipping. Dedicated full time staff manage this area. The yard has a travel lift with a 28,000kg capacity. An extensive range of marine services is also available. Contact details: Waterfront Manager waterfront@rycv.asn.au or call office The Club's marina is conveniently located close to both the Club House and Members' car park. It can accommodate over 170 vessels up to 25 metres in length. All berths have access to power and water. Also available, for your convenience, are fuel, locker storage and courtesy trolleys. Showers and bathrooms are available at the Club House (24 hour access with Member's card), ice, take away food and beverages.

13 Member services and facilities Clubhouse Hire Our function facilities are available for hire. If you have a birthday, wedding, conference, engagement or a celebration of any kind, please contact Function Coordinator at the Club on to discuss our superb catering and beverage options. Available for hire: -Dining Room -Committee Room -Meeting Room -BBQ area (except Wednesday and weekends) Clubhouse Opening Times (closes earlier in Winter) Restaurant Bar Office Monday closed closed 8am-4pm Tuesday closed 5-8pm 8am-4pm Wednesday 12noon-3pm 6-9pm 12 noon-11pm 9am-5pm Thursday closed 5pm to 8pm 8am-4pm Friday * See notice board 5pm to 10pm 9am-5pm Saturday 9am to 5pm 9am to 8.30pm 8.30am-4pm Sunday 9am to 4pm 9am to 7.30pm** 9am-5pm Public Holidays closed See notice board closed * Friday members draw 6pm. **NO alcohol served before 10.30am. Take aways-order and pay the day before for collection on Sunday

Membership categories and prices Membership Financial year 1st June 2017 till 31st May 2018 Membership Category Annual Subscription Junior (under 18 yrs) $105.00 Young Senior 18 yrs old $150.

00 Young Senior 25 yrs old $500.00 Young Senior 26 yrs old $580.00 Young Senior 27 yrs old $630.00 Young Senior 28 yrs old $685.00 Young Senior 29 yrs old $745.00 Young Senior 30 yrs old $795.

14 Membership categories and prices Membership Financial year 1st June 2017 till 31st May 2018 Membership Category Annual Subscription Junior (under 18 yrs) $ Young Senior 18 yrs old $ Young Senior 19 yrs old $ Young Senior 20 yrs old $ Young Senior 21 yrs old $ Young Senior 22 yrs old $ Young Senior 23 yrs old $ Young Senior 24 yrs old $ Young Senior 25 yrs old $ Young Senior 26 yrs old $ Young Senior 27 yrs old $ Young Senior 28 yrs old $ Young Senior 29 yrs old $ Young Senior 30 yrs old $ Young Senior 31 yrs old $ Young Senior 32 yrs old $ Young Senior 33 yrs old $ Young Senior 34 yrs old $ Young Senior 35 yrs old $ Sailing $ Senior $ Country $ Family (spouse/partner of a senior member) $ Associate (clubhouse only) $ Sailing Australia Levy (n/a to associates) Adult $98.50 Junior $52 Membership card (pick up from office once fees paid) $25 (one off payment)

15 Overview Membership Privileges Privileges Senior Family Sailing Junior Associate Boat on register OTB only *Marina/hard stand berth *Rent a locker Yard and marina discount services Vote at general meetings Nominate candidates Invite guests to the Club Discounts on bar and food Rights with reciprocal clubs Hire a club boat *Free use of Club s wi-fi internet Car parking *subject to availability Sundays

16 Frequently Asked Questions What if I don t know anyone at the Club to nominate or propose my application?. That s easy, just contact us and arrange to come down to the Club when the bar and dining room is open. One of our members will be more than happy to show you around and make introductions. Check out crewing opportunities on our webpage too. How is the membership year calculated? 1st June 31st May. Membership is calculated pro-rata from when you join. Everyone is on the same renewal period. Can I bring guests in as a member? We welcome members guests. There are limitations to the number of visits per year. My child will be the member, can I come down too? It s great to see you support your child s sailing interest. We would be happy for you to use our clubhouse facilities, however you will not be able to sign guests in. I cannot attend my membership interview. Let us know as we will arrange a more suitable time.

17 FAQ s continued Can I utilize the club while my membership is being processed? Yes certainly however you will not able to charge to your member s account. I don t sail but like your clubhouse facilities, what membership category suits me? Associate Membership is for our land lovers. However you do not have voting rights. Is there a wait list for your marina berth? Yes but we try to cater for everyone and we have hard stand space available. It is impossible to say how long the marina berth wait is so please call our General Manager to have a chat if you are bringing a boat with you. I want to join as a member, what happens now? 1. Fill in both Application and Nomination forms (get signatures too) Nominator/ Proposer must be a Life, Honorary Life, Senior, Sailing or Family Member of at least two years standing. 1. or hand in the 2 forms to the office to Amelia Martin, ameliam@rycv.asn.au 2. You and proposer are invited to an interview. (2nd Monday or Wednesday each month) 3. Your application is approved for nomination. Nomination form goes on bar notice board for 14 days. If no objections then you receive a letter officially welcoming you to the club 4. Your membership, card and Yachting Association fees are billed to you, and your membership card is handed to you once fees have been paid. The whole process takes approximately one calendar month

19 We look forward to welcoming you to Royal Yacht Club of Victoria

Royals T raining Centre The Club is very proud of its training centre

volunteer training. All ages are accommodated for from 7 years of age.

120 Nelson Place (PO BOX 51) Williamstown VIC 3016 Tel: + 61 (0) 3

au Training Accreditation The Royals Training Centre is an accredited

20 Royals T raining Centre The Club is very proud of its training centre which is the epicentre of our Club s training from sailing to volunteer training. All ages are accommodated for from 7 years of age. Royal Yacht Club of Victoria. 120 Nelson Place (PO BOX 51) Williamstown VIC 3016 Tel: + 61 (0) Fax: + 61 (0) rycv@rycv.asn.au Training Accreditation The Royals Training Centre is an accredited sail training centre by the national governing body, Australian Sailing. Every year the Club must apply for new accreditation.

Elliott Yacht Sponsorship Proposal Royal Yacht Club of Victoria

Elliott Yacht Sponsorship Proposal 2011 Royal Yacht Club of Victoria Royals History The Royal Yacht Club of Victoria was founded in May 1853 as The Port Phillip Yacht Club and is steeped in decades of