Membership
Middle Harbour Yacht Club, the 'Friendly Club', is located on the shores of picturesque Middle Harbour and is the ideal location for launching any aquatic activity on beautiful Sydney Harbour, arguably the best harbour in the world.
Middle Harbour invites visitors to enjoy our splendid facilities. Enjoy the view of our beautiful sandy beach whilst casually dining, savouring our fabulous coffee whilst viewing the on-water fun. It is not uncommon to view wildlife in the marina - seals, dolphins, pelicans, fish and even whales!
Middle Harbour Yacht Club has an enviable range of facilities to enjoy from the state-of-the-art marina, keelboat sailing, dinghy sailing and youth sailing. The key to the club is our helpful staff, volunteers, and members who will guide guests from senior to junior experienced to novice into the appropriate on-water sailing activity.
Middle Harbour Yacht Club was selected as the home of the Australian Sailing Team and routinely hosts elite sailors for world standard regattas. The opportunity for a young sailor to meet their sailing heroes is an inspiration for many.
The club’s friendly nature is unique and treasured. We focus on all our members who enjoy functions, restaurants, comaraderie, sailing, cruising, family activities and much more. We welcome a visit from overseas or local, active or social, individuals or families - come and discover Sydney's hidden secret.
Membership for Middle Harbour Yacht Club is open. The following membership subscription fees apply from September - August annually.
To Download the Membership Application Form click here.
Please contact our Team on 02 9969 1244 for more information or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for the 2023-2024 membership application.
Membership prices for the 2023-2024 Season are as follows:
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Club Full | Boat owner/skipper | $940 | |
Club Crew | Sailing members | $410 | |
Club Youth | Sailing member 17 yrs and under | $85 | |
Club General | Social Membership only | $140 | |
SailPass | Sailing crew access on day of purchase ONLY | $15 |
Membership Nomination
Known as "The Friendly Club", Middle Harbour Yacht Club welcomes all applications for membership. The Club's membership year is from 1 September to 31 August. Please download and complete the Membership Form.
All applications go before the Membership Committee for approval at the monthly Board Meeting.
For some categories, you can pay monthly via automatic Direct Debit From Your Bank Account. Download the Direct Debit Form Here.
Through Australian Sailing Middle Harbour Yacht Club, is affiliated with state, national and international sailing bodies that promote the sport of sailing in its many facets. Middle Harbour Yacht Club is supportive of Australian Sailing in race and jury development, Australian Olympic and International sailing squads, and representation on ISAF which control sailing world-wide. All MHYC Members (excluding Social) automatically become Members of Australian Sailing.
As a Registered Club, MHYC are required to obtain certain personal information regarding its members according to the NSW Registered Clubs Act 1976. So please complete all aspects of the application form. Failure to provide all of the requested information may result in your application being delayed.
The Club may disclose your information to third parties that provide services, under contract to the Club or to members for sailing activity purposes. The Club requires the third parties to protect your personal information according to the Privacy Act 2000. The Club may also use your personal information for marketing purposes to improve our services and to provide you with the latest information about these services and any new related services and promotions. Information to Members may include, but not limited to, Multimedia Messaging Services, Short Message Services, emails, letters and mailouts.
You have the right to access and amend any of your personal information that the Club holds about you at any time. Should you have any concerns or questions about this application or the privacy requirements please contact the Club. Click Here For more information on our Privacy Policy.
Membership Benefits
Bring your friends or family and enjoy all the benefits of Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
Sailing
- Membership with Australian Sailing which includes racing insurance
- On-site learn to sail training provided by tenant Flying Fish
- First-hand exposure to the Sydney Harbour Regatta, the largest regatta held on Sydney Harbour
- Primary access to our extensive sailing program, with twilight and Saturday harbour racing, offshore challenges and a range of regattas and championships for all classes
- Access to our comprehensive Discover Sailing program with on-water training for junior and youth sailors of all levels
- Discounted Race Entry Fees
- Convenient access to electricians, rigging, cleaning and brokerage services
- Access to our active Cruising Division who engage a full and exciting social calender
Marina
- Six nights free berthing on the marina per year (Full members only & subject to availability)
- Access to three MHYC-owned swing moorings in Americas Bay
- Access to the Pumpout Facility
Clubhouse & Events
- 10% discount on beverages when using your MHYC membership card (*not applicable to all membership categories)
- 10% discount on MHYC Merchandise (*not applicable to all membership categories)
- Complimentary use of the Commodores' Room – subject to availability (*not applicable to all membership categories)
- Family activities including youth sail training and social events
- Skill development evenings with talks from some of the sport's most experienced people
- Discount on ticketed club events
Extras
- 50% discount on Mosman Council Foreshore Parking - The Spit - valid 1st July through 30th June* (Club Full and Club Crew members only)
- Receive weekly e-News publication with of the latest happenings at the Club
- Receive the annual Sailing Handbook (Club Full members only)
- Wireless Internet access (WiFi) on premises
- Member exclusive promotions and discounts
*conditions apply
Reciprocal Clubs
MHYC has established reciprocal rights and invitations to visit with many Australian and overseas clubs. Unfortunately, the complete list was destroyed in a large fire at the Club in 2015 and we are continuing to try and re-establish this list. If you have any additions, please send details to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Reciprocal rights mean that any financial member of MHYC is invited to make use of the facilities of any of those clubs with whom we have negotiated such rights. It also means that members of those same clubs have similar rights to use our facilities. Other clubs have issued an invitation to visit their club and MHYC can supply a letter of introduction if so required.
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Australia |
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Mooloolaba
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Queensland Mooloolaba |
Reciprocal Club |
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Southport
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Queensland Southport |
Reciprocal Club |
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Royal Prince Alfred |
NSW Pittwater |
Reciprocal Club |
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Sandringham Yacht Club |
Sandringham Victoria |
Reciprocal Club All visiting members must produce a letter of introduction from their club |
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Asia |
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Republic of Singapore |
Singapore |
Reciprocal Club |
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ONE°15 Marina Club |
Singapore |
Reciprocal Club |
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Royal Hong Kong |
Hong Kong |
Reciprocal Club |
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Aberdeen Boat Club |
Hong Kong |
Visitors can apply for temporary membership |
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Royal Port Nicholson Yacht Club |
Wellington New Zealand |
RPNYC has offered MHYC members a free visitor membership card for the duration of their visit. |
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Raffles Marina |
Singapore |
Reciprocal Club |
www.rafflesmarina.com.sg |
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Americas |
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San Francisco
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California (San Francisco) |
A current membership card must be presented, however would also suggest a obtaining a letter of introduction |
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St Francis |
California (San Francisco) |
Requires a letter of Introduction from MHYC stating you are a member in good standing of the St. Francis Yacht Club prior to your arrival |
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Waikiki |
Hawaii |
Reciprocal Club |
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California Yacht Club |
Marina del Rey |
Reciprocal Club - Please provide a letter of introduction from your yacht club and/or have a membership card when you arrive. |
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Lewes Yacht Club |
Lewes, Delaware, USA |
Our members would be welcome. You just need a letter of introduction and give them a few days’ notice. |
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Europe |
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Ashdown Sailing Club |
United Kingdom (South East) |
MHYC members are |
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South Caernarvonshire |
United Kingdom (Wales) |
Commodore has invited all MHYC to visit |
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Please call on us for any particular help in planning your visit to our club. We look forward to your visit to Sydney and to MHYC!