Membership
BECOMING A MEMBER
Botany Bay Yacht Club is a not-for-profit sailing organisation that is managed and run by member volunteers for the benefit of all members.
Membership fees help to maintain the Club's many facilities, such as the clubhouse itself, the club pontoon, the Race Committee starter boat and the tenders.
SailPass
If you’re new to sailing or haven’t sailed with us before, SailPass is a great introduction to sailing before joining the club.
Your first 6 SailPasses are free. They can be used for Saturday bay and Friday twilight races and cruising division events.
Get your SailPass by clicking the register button, complete your contact details and select your race day. You can select multiple days or choose additional dates later.
Membership Categories
Full Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
Full membership gives you access to all the facilities, activities, and benefits of Botany Bay Yacht Club. If you own a yacht or sportsboat and want to be part of an active, friendly sailing community, this membership is designed for you.
Annual fee: $315 (2026–27)
- Year-round calendar of racing and cruising division activities
- Use of clubhouse facilities, including change rooms and hot showers
- Use of club tenders at weekends and public holidays (subject to use policy)
- Use of club pontoon at weekends and public holidays (conditions apply)
- Gate access and car parking (subject to availability)
- 10% discount off slipping and antifoul pricing at Endeavour Boatshed
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- 10% discount on all AusSea Sailing School courses
- 50% discount on club function hire
- Hardstand and dinghy storage at Endeavour Boatshed (additional fee)
- “The Log” eNewsletter
- Member Blue Book
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Club voting rights
- Eligible to be nominated as a Club director (after 12 months)
Crew Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
Crew membership is ideal for sailors who want to be involved in sailing and club life without owning a boat. It’s a great way to enjoy regular sailing and be part of our community at an affordable rate.
Annual fee: $160 (2026–27)
- 12 months of sailing, including a year‑round calendar of racing and cruising division activities
- Use of clubhouse facilities, including change rooms and hot showers on race and cruising days
- 25% discount on club function hire
- 10% discount on all AusSea Sailing School courses
- Subscription to The Log eNewsletter
- Member Blue Book
- Complimentary tea and coffee
Family Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
Our family membership is designed to make sailing accessible and enjoyable for the whole family.
Annual fee: $475 (2026–27)
The package includes one Full Member, one Crew Member, and up to two Junior Members. It’s the perfect way to get your family on the water and introduce your children or grandchildren to sailing in a friendly, supportive club environment.
With savings of up to $122, the value is outstanding — essentially, the kids sail free.
When you join, please select a row for each member of your family: Family Membership Full Member, Family Membership Crew Member, and Family Membership Junior Member.
Junior Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
This membership category is for sailors under the age of 18 years.
Social Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
This membership category is for those who don't sail but wish to support the Club and participate in social activities.
Annual fee: $62 (2026–27)
Benefits
- Participate in social activities
- Member Blue Book
- The Log eNewsletter
- Complimentary tea and coffee
Social Membership – Botany Bay Yacht Club
This membership category is for those who don't sail but wish to support the Club and participate in social activities.
Annual fee: $62 (2026–27)
- Participate in social activities
- Member Blue Book
- The Log eNewsletter
- Complimentary tea and coffee
I have never Registered for Sailing Before
New Members
NOTE: Your membership application must be supported by a nomination from a Full Member of BBYC and seconded by another Full Member, both of whom shall be current and financial members at the time of your application.
Please note that you must be known by the two Full Members who are endorsing your application, as the BBYC Board will seek their input when it reviews your application.
Risk Warning
By continuing my application I confirm that I have read and understand the BBYC risk warning
Terms and Conditions
By continuing my application I confirm that I have read and understand The Membership Terms & Conditions