Welcome to Port Chalmers Yacht Club
Welcome to Dunedin’s longest established yacht club. We have a very active sailing membership and racing programme along with a proud history of producing national champions across a variety of classes.
We welcome anyone who has an interest in sailing whether it is learning to sail, crewing or sailing your own boat. Our clubhouse is a family-friendly and social space to relax after a day on the water.
Upcoming Events
- October 19, 2024
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Short Course Racing
October 19, 2024 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
39 Peninsula Beach Road, Port Chalmers 9023, New Zealand
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- October 25, 2024
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Aviemore Classic
October 25, 2024 - October 27, 2024
Lake Aviemore, Canterbury, New Zealand
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- October 26, 2024
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Aviemore Classic
October 25, 2024 - October 27, 2024
Lake Aviemore, Canterbury, New Zealand
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Light winds didn't stop everyone having a great day over at Broad Bay! Always a pleasure to come across and help out Friends of BBBC (Broad Bay Boating Club)
Saturday 19th October Short Course Racing
Open to all classes of yacht. To be sailed in Portobello Bay. Warning Signal 13.27hrs. Low Water Port Chalmers 11.36 hrs. (0.1m) / High Water Port Chalmers 17.45 hrs (2.2m)
There will be a number of short races then a longer race of approx. 45 minute duration will follow.
Communications via V.H.F. Channel 77. Enter at P.C.Y.C. clubrooms. Race Officer Grant Innes — Enquiries to Graeme on 0279101517.
Open to all classes of yacht. To be sailed in Portobello Bay. Warning Signal 13.27hrs. Low Water Port Chalmers 11.36 hrs. (0.1m) / High Water Port Chalmers 17.45 hrs (2.2m)
There will be a number of short races then a longer race of approx. 45 minute duration will follow.
Communications via V.H.F. Channel 77. Enter at P.C.Y.C. clubrooms. Race Officer Grant Innes — Enquiries to Graeme on 0279101517.
This weekend we would like you to show your support for the Broad Bay Boating Club for their Principal Day. It is a great opportunity to sail in a different part of the Harbour and it's always a great day over at Broad Bay.
Saturday 12th October - Broad Bay Boating Club Principal Day.
11.00 start at Broad Bay. High Water Port Chalmers 11.42hrs. (1.9m.)
Enquiries to Graeme Hoskins on 027-910-1517.
Saturday 12th October - Broad Bay Boating Club Principal Day.
11.00 start at Broad Bay. High Water Port Chalmers 11.42hrs. (1.9m.)
Enquiries to Graeme Hoskins on 027-910-1517.
Hi all with the state of emergency here and multiple road closures around the area we have decided to cancel tomorrow's race.
Kia Kaha team stay safe.
Kia Kaha team stay safe.
This weekend we have our first Landfall Tower Race which will count towards the Matua Cup.
Saturday 5th October, Landfall Tower Race.
Open to Keelers and Trailer Yachts.
Start line: Club Start line shore start between white pole on the point and pile 32.
Course: Club Start Line to Landfall Tower to Port to Club Start Line Shore Finish
Warning Signal 10:27hrs. Low Water Taiaroa Heads 11:38hrs (0.5m).
Note that all yachts entered in this race must carry a working VHF radio switched on and tuned to Channel 62. This is not only for your safety but for the receiving of course changes and other relevant race information. All competitors are reminded of their obligations regarding use of the channel when ships are transiting. Keep clear at all times!
Race Officer Grant Innes. Enquiries to Graeme on 0279101517.
Saturday 5th October, Landfall Tower Race.
Open to Keelers and Trailer Yachts.
Start line: Club Start line shore start between white pole on the point and pile 32.
Course: Club Start Line to Landfall Tower to Port to Club Start Line Shore Finish
Warning Signal 10:27hrs. Low Water Taiaroa Heads 11:38hrs (0.5m).
Note that all yachts entered in this race must carry a working VHF radio switched on and tuned to Channel 62. This is not only for your safety but for the receiving of course changes and other relevant race information. All competitors are reminded of their obligations regarding use of the channel when ships are transiting. Keep clear at all times!
Race Officer Grant Innes. Enquiries to Graeme on 0279101517.
Thanks everyone who turned up to get the season underway yesterday. 7 boats battling it out in shifty conditions. A great day out on the water!
