As we head into April, the sailing season at Sandy Bay Sailing Club is starting to wind down. The Derwent has provided us some fantastic sailing over the season and we have welcomed many new sailors to the club in the 25/26 season and we can't wait to see what they do next season! We do still have training over term 2, though and registration is now open.
We particularly congratulate those who have taken the step up to national and international competition this season. Thanks to all the volunteers, coaches and families who continue to make it happen.
Make sure you come and join us on the 23rd of May at the Derwent Sailing Sqpuadron for the AGM and Prize night! More details and tickets soon. |
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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! We are also running some camps over the school holidays and would love to see you there.
GREEN FLEET CAMPS
Not ready for the season to finish? We are holding a green fleet camp in the April School holidays. Registration is now open! We will also have a couple of weekend camps during Term 2. Registration links below:
SAVE THE DATE for our end of year Prize Night celebration on the 23rd May at the Derwent Sailing Squadron. Make sure you mark your calendars! We will celebrate all our sailors on the night from green fleet through to national representatives. Our AGM will also be held on this evening.
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SCHOOL TEAM STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - 11th to 12th April
The School Team Sailing State Championship is this weekend! We have twelve teams registered and can't waut to get this underway. 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.
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SBSC SPONSORS
This month we would like to highlight another one of our amazing sponsors - Top Centre Laundry.
Sandy Bay Sailing Club would like to thank Top Centre Laundry for their valued support of our club. Local businesses like Top Centre Laundry play an important role in helping us deliver great sailing programs, events and opportunities for our members.
Top Centre Laundry provides reliable and convenient laundry services for the local community. Their support helps keep our volunteer-run club thriving and allows us to continue providing a welcoming environment for sailors and families.
We encourage our members to support the businesses that support SBSC. If you’re looking for a quality local laundry or linen service, please consider dropping by Top Centre Laundry and thanking them for backing our club.
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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.
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BOATS FOR SALE
Got a boat that’s just sitting around collecting dust?
We’ve got a bunch of keen Green Fleet sailors on the hunt for Optimists and ready to give them a new life on the water!
If you’ve got an Opti that’s not getting the love it deserves, send a quick email to secretary@sandybaysailingclub.org.au and we’ll help match you up with a buyer. Let’s get that boat back where it belongs—out sailing! ⛵
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PRIZE NIGHT AWARD NOMINATIONS
Every year at Sandy Bay Sailing Club we celebrate not only those who have achieved on the race course, but those who have had an outstanding contribution to the club in other ways. If you know of a member who deserves some recognition, please send an email through our commodore Simon at commodore@sandybaysailingclub.org.au. Categories include:
- Seamanship Award
- Best Junior Club Person
- Best Club Person
- Lizzie Rountree Coach Award
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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.
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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. |
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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
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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. read more > |
| MAJOR SBSC EVENTS FOR 2026 |
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MAJOR EVENTS @ SBSC IN 2026
On the weekend of the 11th and 12th of April SBSC will host the School Team Sailing State Championship, following it up with the National Championship in July. The National School Team Sailing Championship will see over 200 sailors at the club btween the 8th and 12th of July. Stay tuned for more information and volunteer call out for nationals.
In December 2026 we will host the 65th International Cadet Australian Championship. At the last two nationals, SBSC sailors have been national champions, with Tasmania also winning the state title, so we have lots to look forward to at a home nationals.
We are currently seeking input from those keen to assit in the planning of the above events or those interested in sponsorship. Please email admin@sandybaysailingclub.org.au if you would like to be involved.
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| SBSC SAILORS REPRESENTING |
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9er NSW STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Two intreipid SBSC 29er sailors headed to Lake Macquarie to compete in the NSW State 29er championship over the Easter weekend. With barely a season under their belt in a 29er, Isaac and Henry held their own in variable conditions with everything from sunshine to rain and winds ranging from 5 to 20 knots across the 4 days. The Bus finished in 9th place with the highlight being a race win in race 9 and a third in race 8. A fantastic effort representing SBSC! ⛵
Full results HERE.
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WASZP NATIONALS
We wish Sam Hooper the best of luck for the remainder of the WASZP Nationals currently underway in the Whitsundays. Sam is the sole Tassie competitor at the event, competing against some of the best WASZP sailors not just in Australia, but the world! We can't wait to hear about sailing in such an amazing location. ⛵
Full results HERE.
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| UPCOMING SAILING, TRAINING and SOCIAL EVENTS |
TACKERS AND LEARN TO SAIL
Got a new sailor ready to learn the ropes? We are running Tackers 1 and 2 Courses over the April School Holidays. Get in quick - our Learn to Sail Cadets is already sold out!
- Tackers 1
- Tackers 2 (selling fast)
ADULT LEARN TO SAIL 2
Did you do Adult Learn to Sail and want to take it to the next level? Come and do Learn to Sail 2 on Saturday mornings from the 18th of April - Register HERE.
GREEN FLEET CAMPS
Not ready for the season to finish? We are holding a green fleet camp in the April School holidays. Registration is now open! We will also have a couple of weekend camps during Term 2.
TERM TWO TRAINING
- International Cadets (Saturdays) - Registration TBC
- Intermediate level 9ers (every second Sunday) - Registration HERE
OTHER EVENTS
11th to 12th April 2026 - School Teams State Championship at SBSC
23rd May 2026 - AGM and Prize Night
8th to 12th July 2026 – School Teams Nationals Championship at SBSC
28th December 2026 to 4th January 2027 - 65th International Cadet Australian Championship at SBSC |
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