Manly Yacht Club provides fun and affordable sailing for juniors and adults on Sydney harbour in din Draping can also be supplied.
Manly Yacht Club was formed in 1950 as the Manly 14ft Skiff Club. In the late 50's a training boat called the Manly Junior was introduced. The 60's was a busy decade with the formulation of the Yachting Division and the Manly Graduate division. The club's name was subsequently changed to the Manly Yacht Club. Venue Hire
A Venue with a view
Manly Yacht Club is the perfect waterfront venue for you
23/07/2026
A BIG thank you Stuart and the crew at CastlecragMarine.com.au.
Ready, Get Set!!! has had her annual antifoul and spruce up, courtesy of our generous sponsors, CastlecragMarine.com.au
ready for the start of the new season.
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12/07/2026
Manly Yacht Club Appoints Lucy Copeland as Head Coach for Junior and Youth Fleets
10th July 2026, Manly, NSW – Manly Yacht Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Lucy Copeland as Head Coach of its Junior and Youth Fleets for the 2026–27 season.
A highly accomplished sailor and coach, Lucy brings an outstanding combination of elite international sailing experience, coaching expertise and a passion for developing young athletes.
Lucy's sailing journey began in Manly Cove, where she learned to sail through the Manly 16-Foot Skiff Club's junior programs in Manly Juniors and Flying Elevens before progressing to the highest levels of the sport. She has been a member of the Australian Sailing Squad, represented Australia at World and European Championships, and was part of the Australian Olympic Training Squad across three Olympic campaigns.
Away from competition, Lucy has built an impressive coaching career, including her role as a sports coach at Queenwood School for Girls and her work with the Australian SailGP Team. She also holds a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology from the University of New South Wales, providing a strong foundation in athlete development and performance.
As Head Coach, Lucy will oversee both the coaching and administration of Manly Yacht Club's Junior and Youth Fleets. She will work closely with sailors, parents and volunteers to continue strengthening the Club's renowned junior sailing program while fostering a fun, inclusive and high-performance environment. Her responsibilities will also include coordinating communications with families through the Club's junior email and WhatsApp channels.
Manly Yacht Club has a proud history of producing skilled sailors through its junior development pathway. Building on this strong foundation, Lucy's appointment reflects the Club's ongoing commitment to providing exceptional coaching and creating opportunities for young sailors to develop their skills, confidence and lifelong enjoyment of the sport.
"We are thrilled to welcome Lucy to Manly Yacht Club," said Bruce Davis, long time board member and junior program co-ordinator.
"Her exceptional sailing credentials, coaching experience and enthusiasm for developing young sailors make her an outstanding appointment. We are confident she will inspire our junior and youth members while helping the Club continue its proud tradition of excellence in sailing."
Lucy will commence her role immediately as preparations begin for an exciting 2026–27 season.
About Manly Yacht Club
Founded in 1950, Manly Yacht Club is one of Australia's premier sailing clubs, offering sailing opportunities for all ages and abilities. The Club is committed to developing the next generation of sailors through high-quality coaching, inclusive participation and a strong community spirit.
MYC Juniors & Youth Sailing Australian Sailing - NSW & ACT
09/06/2026
Regattas don’t t work without volunteeers. A big thank you to everyone for making the regatta a success❤️ thank you Marg's Yacht Photos for the great images … another example of a great volunteer 🙏
05/05/2026
We deserved Lyn💪 Congratulations.
05/05/2026
We are looking for a new Head Coach for our Junior Racing Program. If you know of an Australian Sailing accredited coach please share.
27/04/2026
MYC Winter Series starts Sunday, 17 May — Entries are coming in fast!
Great to see 8 boats already on the line:
• Cheap Thrills — Barry Miflin
• Esprit — Jan Bartel
• Flite — Stephen Coleman
• Gecko — Glenn Paterson
• Ludicrous Mode — Scott Breakwell
• Pam — Peter McDonald
• Peach Teats – Velocity — Peter Walker
• Phantom Menace — Matt McLellan
A strong mix of Div 1 and Div 2 entries already building for what should be a fantastic winter series. If you’ve been thinking about joining in, now’s the time to get your entry in and be part of the fleet.
Members - $150, Non Members $180 - 6 race series
👉 Enter here: https://app.sailsys.com.au/club/23/entry/series/4915/pricing
Racing starts on 17 May. Come out for great winter racing and even better company.
Please share with anyone who may be interested in joining the series.
16/04/2026
Enter Now: https://app.sailsys.com.au/club/23/entry/series/4915/pricing
12/04/2026
Club Championship race 15 and 16 for our ILCA Fleet. Stunningly conditions of 15 to 20 knots. Congratulations to Ian Saunders on the double yard stick win.