What kind of sailing do you offer?

We focus on sailing through keel boat racing and off the beach racing, with regular sailing information and results for participants.

Do you have social events or ways to get involved?

Yes, we host upcoming and recent social events. You can also get involved by crewing or joining through our membership and crew enquiry options.

How do I join or register?

Use our Join/Membership registration page to register, with options that include SAILPASS. You can also start with the Get involved with BBSC form for crew and membership enquiries.

Batemans Bay Sailing Club Inc

Batemans Bay Sailing Club Inc. is a prominent sports club located in Batemans Bay, Australia. With a rich history dating back to 1974, the club has been catering to sailing enthusiasts and fostering a vibrant sailing community in the region for over four decades.

The club prides itself on offering a comprehensive programme of events and activities for both racing and cruising sailors. Whether you're an experienced sailor or a newcomer to the sport, Batemans Bay Sailing Club welcomes all sailing enthusiasts to participate in their races and social activities. The club's sailing programme includes races for off-the-beach dinghies, keelboats, and multihulls throughout the year. Sailors can find the detailed 2023/24 Sailing Programme on the club's website.

Situated behind the scenic Corrigan's Beach, Batemans Bay Sailing Club boasts a clubhouse and mast-up boatyard that provides a convenient and cost-effective solution for boat storage. The club offers mast-up trailer boat storage just 200 metres away from the Hanging Rock boat ramp. This prime location allows members to store their trailer sailers close to the clean and uncrowded waters of the Clyde River and Batemans Bay.

For off-the-beach sailors, Batemans Bay Sailing Club offers access to the beautiful Coila Lake near Tuross Head. Coila Lake provides an ideal setting for small craft sailing, with steady land and sea breezes, flat waters, and no swell, currents, or tides. The club hosts an annual two-day regatta on the weekend closest to ANZAC Day, attracting competitive sailors from various classes of off-the-beach dinghies, catamarans, and trailer sailers.

Keelboat owners will also find a welcoming community at Batemans Bay Sailing Club. Many club members keep their keelboats, both mono and multihulls, in Batemans Bay Marina or on moorings along the shores of Batemans Bay and the Clyde River. The club's sailing programme caters to both racing and cruising yachts, featuring a mix of keenly contested races and sailing events. Notable keelboat events include the Bay Cup Series, Coastal Cup Series, Toll Gate Classic Series, Women's Series, River Wrangler's Friday night twilights series, and the Winter Series.

In addition to its sailing activities, Batemans Bay Sailing Club offers AMS and SMS measuring and handicapping services. The club's AMS and SMS Measurer is Tony Sutton, while the Handicapper is Simon Lowth. Sailors can contact the club directly for more information on these services or any other inquiries.

Batemans Bay Sailing Club Inc. is committed to promoting the sport of sailing, fostering a sense of community among sailors, and providing an enjoyable and competitive sailing experience for all members. Whether you're an avid sailor or looking to learn the ropes, the club warmly welcomes sailors of all skill levels to join their vibrant community and experience the joy of sailing along the breathtaking coast of Batemans Bay.