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May marks the shift out of the main sailing season, but there’s still plenty happening at Sandy Bay.

It’s been a big year on the water. From busy Saturdays and new faces joining the club, the 25/26 season has delivered exactly what SBSC is all about - progress, community, and a lot of time on the Derwent.

Even as racing winds down, we’re not stopping. Term 2 training is up and running, with registrations now open. If you’re new to sailing, this is the time to lean in - Term 3 is typically quieter due to the July/August weather, so now’s your window to build confidence and momentum.

A standout this season has been the number of sailors stepping onto bigger stages - state, national and international. That progression doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built on the effort of sailors, backed by coaches, volunteers and families who show up week after week to make it all work.

Next up - the SBSC AGM and Presentation Night on 23 May at the Derwent Sailing Squadron. Come along, celebrate the season, and be part of what’s next. We especially would like to welcome our green fleeters to celebrate their journey this year!

UPCOMING EVENTS

SBSC PRIZE NIGHT

Come and join us for the annual 2025/26 SBSC Prize Night! Celebrate what has been a fantastic season both on and off the water at SBSC. We would especially like to welcome our green fleeters, as we have a special celebration of your season!

AGM will commence at 5pm, followed by the Prize Presentation at 6pm.

Dinner will be a buffet with a variety of meals including a vegetarian and gluten free option, $25pp. Children 12 years and under can have fish and chips for $15pp or register as an adult for $25pp. Please register before 20th May.

Register your attendance HERE.

JUNIOR COMMITTEE RAFFLE

The Junior Committee will be selling raffle tickets at the prize night with lots of goodies to be had! There will be hampers, honey, vouchers & more.

Funds will go towards a special Junior Committee Project.

SBSC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS WANTED!

The Sandy Bay Sailing Club AGM will be held prior to Prize Night at 5pm at the Derwent Sailing Squadron. We encourge all members to attend.

We have a couple of vacancies and we would welcome anyone who would like to join the committee to nominate. If you would like to find out more information on the committee and what it entails, please contact Commodore Simon Hooper at commodore@sandybaysailingclub.org.au or any of the other committee members.

Nomination of all Officer bearers of the Club (Commodore, Vice Commodore, Rear Commodore, Treasurer, Secretary and six (6) Committee Members shall be made on the appropriate form which shall be available from the SBSC Secretary at secretary@sandybaysailingclub.org.au. Such forms shall be lodged with the SBSC Secretary, by 5pm Saturday 16th May 2026.
According to the Club’s constitution to be eligible to vote and hold office you must be a financial member, qualified to vote and hold office.

TERM TWO CALENDAR

The calendar has now been finalised for term two. If you are keen to keep training in term two there are still plenty of opportunities!

INTERMEDIATE/OPEN OPTI CAMP

We know our optis are keen to get some more training in so we have scheduled an intermediate opti camp on the weekend of the 23rd/23th May. Registration is now open! Registration links below:

Intermediate/Open Fleet Camp - 23rd and 24th May

GREEN FLEET CAMPS

We aren't forgetting our green fleeters, either! Registration is now open for the weekend of the 16th and 17th May! Registration links below:

CADET TRAINING

Cadet training is also on in term 2. Training will be held on various Saturday afternoons throughout the season. We will also be holding a training camp on the June long weekend in conjunction with our Worlds Team training camp. See the link below for dates and to register:

9er TRAINING

Our Autumn 9er training is now sold out! Stay tuned, though as we are working on something exciting for next season for our 9ers!

SCHOOL TEAM SAILING NATIONALS

2026 AUSTRALIAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS TEAMS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP - 9th to 12th July

We are hosting the 2026 Australian Secondary Schools Teams Racing Championship in July! It has been many years since we hosted this event and we are very excited. There are several Tasmanian teams involved competing against schools from all over Australia. Team Sailing is a fantastic spectator opportunity with fast paced racing right near the shore, so come down and watch the action. You can find more information HERE.

We are also looking for volunteers for this event. If you are keen to help out please email Jen.

SPONSORSHIP

SPONSORSHIP DRIVE

As a member of Sandy Bay Sailing Club, you already know what makes this place special — the community, the opportunities for our kids, and the time and effort that goes in behind the scenes. Sponsorship is one of the most impactful ways you can support the club’s future. Whether through your business or connections, helping secure sponsors directly contributes to better equipment, stronger programs, and more opportunities for our sailors. It’s a chance to give back, strengthen our club, and ensure SBSC continues to thrive for the next generation.

We also have opportunities to sponsor two major national regattas being held at the club this year - 2026 Australian School Team Racing Nationals in July and the 65th International Cadet Australian Championship in December/January.

If you or someone you know might be interested, please get in touch with committee member Shona Prior. Phone 0408004699 or email priorshona@gmail.com. Our club prospectus is available HERE.

GENERAL CLUB NEWS

NEW WHATSAPP COMMUNITY

Want to stay in the loop with what’s happening around the club? We’ve launched a SBSC WhatsApp Community to make it easier for members to keep up with key updates, sailing activities, and class information.

It’s the quickest way to hear about things like training sessions, race day updates, volunteering needs, and other club news — all in one place.

If you haven’t joined yet, we encourage all members to jump in and stay connected with the SBSC crew. It’s another way we can strengthen our teamwork and communication as a club community.

👉Join the SBSC WhatsApp Community HERE.

ARE YOU CLEARING OUT THE SHED? SBSC MIGHT NEED IT!

Are you clearing out the garage over the holidays or doing some clearing out? We need some items at the club. Items include shovels, tools, sailing gear and outdoor furniture and games. Check out the full list HERE.

LOOKING FOR A VENUE FOR A SPECIAL EVENT?

Sandy Bay Sailing Club is available for venue hire. The club you know and love isn’t just a sailing club. We are a fantastic venue for weddings, parties, meetings, weekly yoga and the list goes on!

We are already filling up over the winter and spring season, so get your booking in now!

Find out more HERE

VOLUNTEER CALL OUT

SBSC is run by volunteers and a big part of being a SBSC Member is pitching in to help run things.

Although getting out on the water for Saturday racing is a fantastic way to watch the action. There are plenty of off season tasks that we also need help with.

We also have opportunities to help out with the behind the scenes work that makes the club tick including:

Risk Management and Compliance
Regatta/Event Planning
Facilities Maintenance
Grant research & writing

Please email our secretary, Sharon to assist with these tasks.