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​Formed in 1962, Newcastle Yacht Club is nestled at the heart of Dundrum Bay, beside the harbour at the foot  of the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland.

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The warmer months have well and truly arrived, and it’s got us thinking: where can we spend our weekends basking in the sun, by the water, with a drink in hand?

If you're asking the same question, you're in luck. We've done the hard work for you and compiled this guide to the best spots for waterfront dining in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, and the Central Coast.

Âpé Yakitori Bar Brought to you by the experienced team behind Nagisa and Susuru, you can be assured Âpé Yakitori Bar will deliver a multi-sensory drinking and dining experience. Think tasty morsels of Japanese food, well-crafted cocktails, and plenty of sake. Where: The Boardwalk, 3N/1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Blanca Inspired by the coastlines of Greece, Sicily, and Turkey, Blanca invites you in for a European summer dining experience in the harbourside Honeysuckle precinct. Where: 2/11 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Casa Nova Italian Delicious woodfired pizza and enticing handmade pasta await at Casa Nova Italian Restaurant and Bar. Where: 20/1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Customs House Hotel Customs House Hotel offers up seasonal Mediterranean meals and fine wine in an elegant 1877 building with a decadent terrace. Enjoy with a drink in hand as the beer garden comes alive of a late afternoon. Where: 1 Bond St, Newcastle

Elementa Perched right on the waterfront at Maryville looking towards Carrington, Elementa has quickly become a much-loved spot for an elevated breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Where: 76 The Lane, Maryville

Harbour Bar Located along the strip of restaurants in Honeysuckle, Harbour Bar is a great spot to enjoy an afternoon session as you watch the sunset over Newcastle Harbour. Where: 1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Honeysuckle Hotel An mix of modern, rustic, and industrial design, Honeysuckle Hotel stands tall on the shoreline of Newcastle Harbour with spectacular waterfront views. Where: Lee Wharf, Lot 31 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Merewether Surfhouse Beach Bar Merewether Surfhouse Beach bar is a triple threat: it’s got unparalleled views, great food & drink, and top-tier coastal vibes. Stop by for $5 tacos from 3pm-5pm, Wednesday to Sunday. Where: Merewether Surfhouse Lower Level | 5 Henderson Pde, Merewether

Merewether Surfhouse Can you get a much better view of the Newcastle coastline than from the top of Merewether Surfhouse? Spending an afternoon at the bar or restaurant on a sunny day is an ideal date or friend catch-up. Where: 5 Henderson Pde, Merewether

MoneyPenny Another gem along the Honeysuckle strip, MoneyPenny is your go-to for retro harbourside vibes and some of the most quirky cocktails you can get your hands on in Newcastle. Where: 1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Nagisa The contemporary Japanese cuisine at Nagisa is a favourite amongst serious foodies, and with a view over the harbour you’ve got it all – good food, good drinks, and good views! Where: 2/1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Nautica Located within Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club, Nautica offers a diverse menu with chef Luke Carpenter at the helm. Sit inside if the weather is rough, or head out into the courtyard basking in the sunshine and watching the boats pull in. Where: 95 Hannell St, Wickham

Paymasters There is a real charm about the iconic Paymasters cafe, situated in an iconic heritage building Newcastle’s East End. This spot has stood the test of time, welcoming back loyal locals year after year. Where: 18 Bond St, Newcastle

Queens Wharf Hotel Head to Queens Wharf Hotel to dine and drink right on the harbour. Soak up the fresh air while you enjoy seafood, pub classics, and of course, cocktails. Where: 150 Wharf Rd, Newcastle

Restaurant at Noah’s On The Beach Watch the waves of Newcastle Beach at the restaurant at Noah’s On The Beach. This spot offers buffet breakfast as well as a la carte lunch and dinner. Where: 29 Zaara St, Newcastle East

Rustica Rustica is an Mediterranean dining experience unlike any other in Newcastle. With expansive views over Newcastle Beach and a unique, stunning interior, it’s a venue sure to wow. Where: 2/1 King St, Newcastle East

Scratchleys It needs no introduction – Scratchleys is one of Newcastle's most iconic waterfront venues and is known across town for its seafood. Order a seafood platter, then sit back and relax as you watch the world go by. Where: 200 Wharf Rd, Newcastle

Signal Box Dine-in one of Newcastle’s most historic buildings that has been meticulously repurposed as Signal Box, a restaurant specialising in seafood. Sit up the top on a nice day for the best views! Where: 155 Wharf Rd, Newcastle

The Dockyard For a casual drink on the harbour, you can't go past The Dockyard. Keep an eye out for its weekly cocktail special to snag a great deal. Where: 13/1 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

The Icon Thai Restaurant With a prime location overlooking Newcastle Harbour, The Icon Thai Restaurant is a favourite for classic dishes and some out of the ordinary Thai fare that will have you coming back to try more. Where: 2/15 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

The Kingfish Boasting a comprehensive and well-balanced menu, The Kingfish serves up fresh, quality seafood, with Mediterranean-inspired flavours. There's plenty of small and large plates on offer, as well as five different types of seafood platter – including a vegan one! Where: Unit 19/15-17 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Thermidor Brought to you by hospitality veterans Josh and Jess Gregory, Thermidor is an oyster bar and brasserie that is coastal dining at its finest. The share-style menu features plenty of seafood cooked over fire, plus there's a live oyster shucking and three types of sashimi on offer at all times. Where: Shop 1/7 Honeysuckle Dr, Newcastle

Wharf 350 Bar & Restaurant With prime positioning on the Honeysuckle promenade inside Rydges Newcastle and a breathtaking vista of the harbour, Wharf 350 is something to be experienced. It's recently had a revamp, so head in for cocktails and bar bites, or an indulgent meal. Where: 350 Wharf Rd, Newcastle

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8 at Trinity Experience Lake Macquarie’s modern contemporary Australian restaurant situated right on the waterfront at Trinity Point. The fitout is impressive, as are the views and the huge, comprehensive menu. Where: 81 Trinity Point Dr, Morisset Park

Brownsugar Restaurant This modern restaurant features seasonal Australian cuisine in a sleek space with contemporary lighting and water views across the lake from Warners Bay. Where: King St & The Esp, Warners Bay

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows is an ideal spot to enjoy a refreshing icy cold drink, a long lunch, or an out-of-town beach getaway. Situated right off of Caves Beach, you'll get the fresh ocean breeze and coastal views. Where: 27 Mawson Cl, Caves Beach

Crusoe’s on the Lake Crusoe's on the Lake sits on the edge of Lake Macquarie right off of the Pacific Highway in Belmont and has taken full advantage of its location. The massive deck space is just calling for guests to enjoy a long lunch or afternoon session to take in that gorgeous sunset over Lake Macquarie. Where: Ada St, Belmont

Martha Martha is Belmont 16s Sailing Club's stunning new restaurant, introduced as part of a huge upgrade to the iconic club. Soak up panoramic views of Lake Macquarie while you dine on Mediterranean food and sip cocktails. Where: Level 1 Belmont 16s, The Parade, Belmont

Pippi’s at the Point Sit back and enjoy the absolutely spectacular views whilst your ears take in the live music and your tastebuds enjoy the seafood menu and all the best cocktails, beers, and wines at Pippi's at the Point. Where: 199 Main Rd, Speers Point

The Gunyah Just up the road from Crusoe’s on the Lake, The Gunyah is a favourite local pub featuring all your usual pub feeds and a view that has one of the best sunsets over Lake Macquarie. Where: 644 Pacific Hwy, Belmont

TINTA Belmont TINTA Belmont certainly makes the most of its waterfront vantage point. Sitting on the balcony on a sunny day eating seafood is a great way to relax and come together with friends. Where: 690 Pacific Hwy, Belmont

PORT STEPHENS

Atmos Atmos brings traditional architecture and the relaxing atmosphere of the Greek Islands right to the shores of Shoal Bay. The menu is full of modern Greek fare and flavours – exactly the sort of thing you want to eat when you're right in front of the water. Where: 35-45 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay

Little Beach Boathouse With a seafood restaurant upstairs and a casual waterfront bar downstairs, Little Beach Boathouse is the perfect spot for a long lunch, relaxing dinner or an evening of cocktails whilst you watch the sun go down. You might even be lucky and spot a few dolphins going past. Where: 4 Victoria Pde, Nelson Bay

Restaurant 2317 Named after the Soldiers Point postcode, Restaurant 2317 sits pretty at Soldiers Point Marina, overlooking the water from its second-storey vantage point. Where: 2D Sunset Blvde, Soldiers Point

Rick Stein at Bannisters Port Stephens’ go-to seafood restaurant sits inside Bannisters and offers an expansive space which is the perfect combination of contemporary industrial design and luxe lounge vibes. Where: 147 Soldiers Point Rd, Soldiers Point

Saltwater Treat yourself to modern Australian cuisine with an Asian twist at Saltwater. The venue is perched atop the Surf Life Saving Club and gives you delightful views of Fingal Beach. Where: 1/3 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay

Shoal Bay Country Club This place has become a bit of an institution up here and it has certainly not lost its buzz. Why not hike up Tomaree and treat yourself to a glass of wine or two afterwards? Where: 35-45 Shoal Bay Rd, Shoal Bay

The Deck Cafe, Restaurant and Bar Overlooking the marina at Soldier's Point, The Deck has some of the most stunning water views in the region. Make sure you try the fresh oysters, Mussels Mediterranean , and  Fritto Misto . Where: 1/2 Sunset Blvd, Soldiers Point

The Galley Kitchen Located inside Corlette’s The Anchorage, The Gallery Kitchen showcases the region’s growing culinary reputation and incredible produce all whilst looking out over the shores of Port Stephens. Where: 26 Corlette Point Rd, Corlette

The Poyer’s Located in Lemon Tree Passage, The Poyer's is a family-owned and operated cafe and restaurant serving up some of the most interesting seafood in Port Stephens. Where: 42 Cooks Pde, Lemon Tree Passage

CENTRAL COAST

Avoca Beach House Located right on the shores of its namesake beach, Avoca Beach House features locally famous food. Enjoy its high-quality seafood, amazing share-style platters, and sensational cocktails in the restaurant with 180-degree beach views. Where: 3/85 Avoca Dr, Avoca Beach

Drifters Wharf From the founders of Mumbo Jumbos and Shady Palms comes Drifters Wharf. Since opening at the backend of 2021, Drifters Wharf has become Gosford’s go-to waterfront eatery and live music haven. Where: 12A Dane Dr, Gosford

Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed Get your hands on the freshest seafood right on the edge of the Hawkesbury River at the Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed over at Mooney Mooney. Where: 6 Kowan St, Mooney Mooney

Mumbo Jumbo’s This Caribbean-inspired bar and restaurant features nothing but good vibes, good food, and good drinks all whilst overlooking Terrigal Beach. Where: 92 Terrigal Esp, Terrigal

Osteria il Coccia Step inside Osteria il Coccia and you instantly feel at ease with the light Mediterranean-inspired interior lending spaciousness to this luxurious restaurant.  Where: 49 The Esp, Ettalong Beach

Pearls on the Beach Nestled in the corner of Pearl Beach, sheltered by Norfolk Pines and beach grass, Pearls has uninterrupted views of the beach and ocean, captivating you with some of the best scenery on the Central Coast. Where: 1 Tourmaline Ave, Pearl Beach

Terrigal Beach House This iconic beach bar sits right on top of Terrigal Beach and features endless good times in the form of foodie treats and excellent cocktails. Where: 40 Terrigal Esp, Terrigal

The Beachcomber Hotel   The Central Coast’s Queen of the North, The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort, more affectionately known as The Beachie, had a massive makeover in 2021 and has since returned with fresh, sophisticated style. Where: 200 Main Rd, Toukley

The Boathouse Hotel Patonga Looking for something a little further afield? We might have found the ultimate slice of heaven on the Central Coast: The Boathouse Hotel Patonga. With coastal views and easy tunes on the weekends, it's a lovely spot to unwind of an afternoon. Where: 6-8 Patonga Dr, Patonga

The Box on the Water This stylish spot sits along the Ettalong Beach Waterfront Reserve and features modern Australian fare alongside scenic water views through its ceiling-high windows. Where: Ettalong Beach Waterfront Reserve, Ettalong Beach

The Entrance Social Club The impressive refreshed venue has become a hub for live music, delicious waterfront cuisine, and refreshing signature cocktails. Where: 87 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance

Woy Woy Fisherman’s Wharf Discover locally sourced and sustainably caught seafood right on the water at Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf. You don't get much fresher than this when it comes to seafood on the Central Coast! Where: The Boulevard, Woy Woy

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Join us for NYE at NCYC. Tickets are available now. LIMITED TICKETS available, so get in quick! VIP DINNER & GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS AVAILABLE

VIP DINNER TICKETS • 6pm • Bubbles & Canapé on arrival • 3 Course Dinner by Executive Chef Luke Carpenter • 3 Hour Drinks Package • VIP Table All Night • The Years’ NYE Performance • $165 per person

GENERAL ADMISSION • 8.30pm • Bubbles & Canapé on arrivel • The Years’ NYE Performance • $70 per person

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We offer the Australian Sailing National Keelboat Program which is the flagship beginners training program.  The courses provide an enjoyable and accessible entry into sailing, equipping you with the essential skills required to safely sail a small inshore keelboat.

Our extremely popular Women’s Sailing program, whilst less structured, also offers a progressive skill development program mixed in with fun, encouragement and comradery.

Sailing on the inshore waters of Newcastle Harbour gives us the opportunity to sail in a protected yet challenging waterway, with fantastic views and varied conditions.

We welcome you to join us and start your sailing journey with us today . . .

Start Crewing

Start crewing, learn the basics of sailing on a keelboat . . ..

This course is the first step on the Australian Sailing  accredited pathway to learning to sail a small inshore keelboat.

It is an ideal course for adults and teenagers (16yrs+) who are looking to develop or improve their sailing skills. You do not need any prior experience.

This is the best way to start sailing – on board from lesson one!

Course Description This beginner’s course teaches boat handling, safety and sailing theory.

Upon completion of the 12-hour course, participants will understand how to control and manipulate the different parts of the boat in order to create drive and momentum across the water. You will learn how to ‘tack’ & ‘gybe’, trim the ‘mainsail’ & ‘jib’, and learn how the sails can actually steer the boat!

The course also introduces other essential areas including weather, tides, knots and general safety procedures like ‘right of way’ rules.

Course Info: Course Length: 4 x 3.5-hour practical sessions Minimum Age: 16 years Maximum number of crew on a boat: Five (4 students + 1 Instructor) Course cost: $345 per person (mid-week), $375 per person (weekend)

Included in course fee:

• Minimum of 12 hours instruction by qualified instructors
• Use of personal safety equipment including life jacket
• Waterproof course kit with  National Keelboat Program  logbook &  Introductory Keelboat  textbook
• Your own piece of rope for knot tying practise!
• NCYC Training Membership – valid for three months from course commencement date
• Upon successful completion, a nationally recognised  Australian Sailing certificate

Start Helming

Start helming, develop your skills of helming . . ..

This is the next step on the Australian Sailing  accredited pathway to learning to sail a small inshore keelboat.

Course Description: This course develops both your theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm.

You will learn preparation of the boat, helming & trimming on all points-of-sail, using telltales to helm effectively and affect the recovery of man-overboard whilst at the helm.

This further 12-hour course will also provide you with more of the valuable time-on-water that helps to develop your skills in differing wind and environmental conditions.

You will learn key concepts including how sails can control the steering of a boat not just the rudder, as well as luffing, heave-to and getting out of “irons”.

The course also introduces other essential areas including weather, ropework and general seamanship skills like anchoring and reefing sails.

This course is highly recommended for those who have completed the Start Crewing course or who have some prior sailing experience and it readies students for other courses we conduct such as  Start Skippering  and  Spinnak ers.

Course Info: Course Length: 4 x 3.5-hour practical sessions Minimum Age: 16 years Maximum number of crew on a boat: Five (4 students + 1 Instructor) Course cost: $345 per person (midweek), $375 per person (weekend)

• Use of a Force 24 inshore keelboat, sails and equipment
• Use of personal safety equipment including a life jacket
• Upon successful completion, a nationally recognised  Australian Sailing certificate.

Start Skippering

Start skippering, learn the seamanship skills to skipper a boat . . ..

The Start Skippering  course is the next progressive step in the  Australian Sailing accredited pathway and will now advance your seamanship skills and safety knowledge to enable you to skipper a boat, unsupervised, in sheltered waters.

Recommended for those who have completed Start Crewing  and  Start Helming courses or those who have established sailing skills.

Course Description: This course begins to develop your broader ‘seamanship’ skills and covers navigation, interpreting weather & environmental conditions, basic boat maintenance, assessing risks on-board, and actions to be taken in an emergency.

Important boat handling skills & techniques to enable you to berth alongside a pontoon, pick up & leave a mooring, come-to & weigh anchor, heave-to, and sail backwards.

You are really starting to become an inshore mariner!

Course Info: Course Length: 4 x 3.5-hour sessions Minimum Age: 16 years Maximum number of crew on a boat: Five (4 students + 1 instructor) Course Cost: $345 per person (mid-week0, $375 per person (weekend)

• Use of personal safety equipment including life jacket
• NCYC Training Membership – valid for three months from course commencement date
• Upon successful completion, a nationally recognised Australian Sailing certificate

Learn the specialised skills of using spinnakers . . .

The  Spinnakers course is a further step on the Australian Sailing  accredited pathway to learning to sail a small inshore keelboat.

Using a third sail when sailing across or downwind ultimately helps you get to your destination sooner!

Knowing how to use spinnakers is a highly regarded crewing skill and one of the key elements of a Bow-person or Trimmers role on a boat.

This course is recommended for those who have completed the  Start Crewing  and  Start Helming  courses and have had further sailing experience/time-on-water.  Also suitable for those who have established sailing skills.

Course Description This course covers all the skills required to hoist, trim and drop a symmetrical spinnaker.

Upon completion of the course, participants will understand how to hoist a spinnaker and set using either a spinnaker pole or by ‘floating’.

You will learn how to correctly trim the spinnaker to get maximum benefit from the extra sail area on various angles of wind including pole position & height.

Spinnaker trim when gybing, and how to gybe the pole will be covered and then you will learn how to drop the kite quickly and efficiently so it’s ready to go back up again without any tangles!

The course also covers asymmetrical spinnaker theory.

Course Info: Course Length: 4 x 3.5-hour practical sessions Minimum Age: 16 years Maximum number of crew on a boat: 5 (4 students + 1 Instructor) Cost: $375 per person (weekend)

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Start Racing

Start racing.

The  Start Racing  course is a further specialised step on the  Australian Sailing  accredited pathway to learning to sail a small inshore keelboat.

Designed for sailors who have a good level of general sailing experience and now wish to develop their racing skills.

Course Description: On one of our Force 24 inshore keelboats, you will learn about the racing rules of sailing, course racing flags & sound signals, skills & tactics of racing, as well as gain an understanding of what is expected of a racing crew on a small boat.

The course aims to teach you about sail and boat speed optimisation, as well as the tactical skills to get around the race course as fast as possible!

The course will cover basic racing equipment, understanding teamwork, basic rules of racing, and crew communications.

Course Info: Course Length: 4 x 3.5-hour practical sessions Minimum Age: 16 years Maximum number of crew on a boat: 5 (4 students + 1 Instructor) Cost: $375 per person.

Register your interest with [email protected]

Women's Sailing courses

Women’s sailing, it’s social . . . it’s relaxing . . . it’s fun.

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or never been on a boat, these sessions aim to introduce more women to the wonderful world of sailing in a supportive environment.

Our 4-week course is aimed at all skill levels.  It offers a great social time out on the water and also an opportunity to relax and clear your mind!  Women of all ages 16 years and over are welcome.

We sail on Thursdays after work 5:15pm to 7:45pm during daylight savings time and on Friday mornings 9:00am to 11:30am all year ’round.

The cost is $210 per person   /  Discounted to $185 for return attendees.

Many sailors do several courses to increase their skills, knowledge and confidence . . . and just because it’s fun!

Please allow an extra half an hour or so on the final week of your course as we celebrate your achievements with our renowned ‘Bubbles & Nibbles’ presentation, beautiful sparkling wines and chef prepared finger foods in the NCYC Clubhouse.

“The course surpassed my expectations. I felt tentative as I had no idea what I was doing. A sailing experience in the Whitsundays left me terrified and aware that I need to know what to do to be useful on a boat and not just a terrified dumb passenger.”

“The instructors were wonderful. We had a different instructor each time we went out. I enjoyed the variety and the different approaches to teaching and learning. The styles were quite different which meant we could take away what we could based on our own style of learning. They were all wonderful indeed, they were patient and respectful. And they knew what they were doing which meant I felt safe.”

“I am thoroughly enjoying the course, time on the water, learning, the company of the other ladies and our instructors.  Sailing on Fridays is definitely a highlight of my week!”

“The courses (trainers!) have been great all the way, and our little crew are really starting to feel we know what we are doing.  It was especially exciting last Friday to start learning to manage the spinnaker.”

“The ladies had an absolute ball last night, they didn’t want to go home, stayed in the club after dinner until late telling ‘Sailing Stories!’ Thanks to your great instructors, everyone had fun and learned lots too.”

SheSAILS@NCYC

WHAT NEXT?:

We have an active group of women sailors who regularly compete in NCYC club racing as well as local and interstate passage races and regattas.

If you are interested in gaining a position on a racing keelboat for more fun and experience, please contact us at the Sailing Academy [email protected]  and we will put you in touch with our “ SheSAILS@NCYC ” ambassadors.  You can also get more information from the SheSAILS webpage or follow them on facebook

NCYC run two  SheSAILS@NCYC  regattas each year:

• Development Regatta – March – for graduates of the Sailing Academy to experience an “around the buoys” regatta with an experienced skipper on board.  Raced in the Force 24s.  Nominate individually. SO much fun!
• Open Regatta  –  November – for experienced crews to race in a top standard inshore regatta, windward/leeward races in the Elliott 6s.  Enter crews of 3-4 members.

Private Lessons

Private lessons, are you interested in having one-on-one tuition with a qualified and highly experienced instructor.

Private lessons cater to all ages and experience levels, and are perfect for those wanting to learn, re-learn or further develop their sailing skills.

The lessons can be organised at times that suit you and are charged on a ‘per boat’ basis.  You can organise up to three friends or family to join you for the same price as one person!  We do require a minimum of two guests plus our instructor to sail the boats safely.  Minimum age is 7 years if accompanied by an adult.

We will provide one of our Sailing Academy small inshore keelboats and all of the required safety equipment, plus a lifejacket or PFD for each participant.

Prices differ from weekdays to Saturdays or Sundays, and are calculated based on the number of hours per session.

For more information, please contact our Sailing Academy staff – [email protected]

What to Wear

What to wear.

All you need to wear are some comfortable, warm clothes that are suitable for outdoor activity and allow you freedom of movement, with a pair of enclosed shoes to protect your feet.

Active wear is suitable or shorts/trousers & t-shirt/polo shirt.  A wind/spray jacket is a good idea for cooler days.

Joggers/sandshoes or any non-marking rubber soled shoes that provide support would be suitable.

For sun protection we recommend a hat with a chin strap or one that is firm fitting so as not to blow off in the wind.  Don’t forget suncream!  Sunglasses should be secured with a flexible strap if possible.

We will supply you with a correctly fitting self inflating life-jacket or personal flotation device(PFD).

Your ‘sailing gear’ may get slightly wet from occasional splashes.

The Boats we Sail

Our adult sailing courses are conducted on the Club’s fleet of ‘Force 24’ keelboats, which are 24 feet (7.31m) long and carry an Instructor and up to four course participants.

We will sail with a headsail or jib (small sail at the front) and a mainsail (large sail on the tall mast).  All sailing boats lean to the side with the wind but these boats were specifically designed for teaching beginning sailors and are very stable. They have a large lead keel for ballast that prevents the boat from tipping over.

As a course participant you will be actively involved in sailing the boats, pulling ropes, moving around the boat and most importantly ducking under the boom to swap sides as you tack or gybe to change directions.  Your instructor will lead you through all of these sailing terms and will explain (and support your through) each of these actions.

We will be sailing inshore on the mainly flat waters of Newcastle Harbour, we do not go out onto the ocean.

Our Instructors

Instructors.

Our wonderful team of Instructors are all skilled and experienced sailors, many of whom actively sail themselves every weekend.

All hold specific keelboat qualifications with Australian Sailing (AS) as well as additional & complimentary certifications.

• AS Keelboat Instructor certificate
• Instructor General Principles
• First Aid certificate
• Working with Children Check
• Powerboat Handling certificate and General Boat Licence

Adult Sailing Pathway

Adult sailing pathway.

NCYC has developed a comprehensive Sailing Pathway to help guide sailors of all ages and abilities in the right direction and is one of only a few clubs in Australia that deliver all Australian Sailing pathway levels, from the beginnings right through to the advanced programs.

We are continually developing opportunities to support those who have come through the Sailing Academy and wish to continue on to progress their skills and knowledge in various sailing activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions.

Details are being updated and will be posted soon!

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Contact Us: For more information or assistance with booking, please contact us at the Sailing Academy! (02) 4940 8188 [email protected]