The Y Canberra Aquatic Recreation

06/03/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲!

A huge thank you to everyone who came down today. Whether you picked up some equipment, helped others load things into their cars, lent a hand throwing out rubbish, or just stopped by to say hello, it was great to see so many people getting involved.

Special thanks as well to the community member who stayed back to help clean up at the end of the day. That kind of generosity really sums up what today was all about.

It’s amazing to see this equipment heading off to new homes where it can keep being used, rather than sitting in storage. Check out the before and after shots!

Thanks again to everyone who came along and helped make the day such a success! 💪

P.S, we still have some leftover equipment that could use a good home, keep an eye on facebook marketplace for some great deals!

01/03/2026

𝙔 𝘼𝙍𝘾 𝙂𝘼𝙍𝘼𝙂𝙀 𝙎𝘼𝙇𝙀 – 𝙋𝘼𝙔 𝙒𝙃𝘼𝙏 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝙏𝙃𝙄𝙉𝙆 𝙄𝙏’𝙎 𝙒𝙊𝙍𝙏𝙃!

We’re clearing out gym equipment and fitness gear at the Y Aquatic Recreation Centre (Y ARC), and you’re invited!

Open all day Friday 6 March
9:00am – 7:00pm
35 Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla ACT

We’ve got a range of weights, fitness and sports equipment available, and everything is donation-based.

That’s right, pay what you think it’s worth!
Whether it’s $5 or $100, every contribution goes directly back into supporting YMCA Health & Recreation programs in our community.

Come down, grab a bargain, and help us reinvest into local programs that keep Canberra active.

See you at Y ARC! 💛

25/02/2026

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 – 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝘁!

We’re wrapping up our 2026 LTS season this April with three exciting school holiday courses at YMCA Canberra Sailing Club, including a 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆 for progressing sailors.

Whether your young sailor is just starting out or ready to level up, we have options:
• 4-Day Level 1/2 Course (7–10 April)
• 5-Day Level 1/2 Course (13–17 April)
• 𝙉𝙀𝙒: Adventure Sailing – Level 2.5 (7–10 April)

Our new Level 2.5 Adventure Sailing course is custom designed specifically for participants who have already completed Level 2 and are ready for the next challenge, building independence, confidence and getting more time to sail around on the water.

Spots are limited and these are the final LTS courses for the year.
Secure your place below:
👉 4-Day Level 1/2: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/342428
👉 5-Day Level 1/2: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/344573
👉 Adventure Sailing (Level 2.5): https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/344576

13/02/2026

𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲

While our Club Championship Races are one of many great race days across the season, this one carried a special story.

Our newest Y Life Member and Commodore, Dr Ron Thompson, had the joy of sailing the club Sharpie alongside two of his grandsons, a reminder of what makes our club so special: generations sharing the water together. ❤️

The racing itself was superb. Big thanks to Race Officer Robin Forster and the race team for their work.

The great fleet for the weekend gone by:
4 Paper Tigers, 3 Herons, 3 x 2.4mRs, 8 Sharpies and 3 NS14s, plus other dinghy classes, a brilliant cross-section of our club racing community.

🏆 Championship winners across the divisions were:

• Catamarans – Hot n Spicy (Mick Molloy)
• Small Dinghies – Spooky Pumpkins (Mike Hitchens)
• 2.4mR – Morna VII (Peter Russell)
• Sharpies – Smoke (Michael Forster)
• NS14 – Alchemy (Max Morrison)

Full results are available on the YMCA of Canberra Sailing Club website.

08/02/2026

LAST CHANCE! Registrations for the 2026 ACT Team Racing Championships close soon. Don’t miss your shot to compete in this thrilling team racing event on Saturday and Sunday! Whether you’re a seasoned racer or keen to push your skills further, this is the weekend to be on the water with fellow sailors.

Register here before it’s too late:
🔗 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/323498

Australian Sailing account required.

04/02/2026

Just over 2 weeks to go until the 2026 ACT Team Racing Championships! Have you submitted your team entry yet? This event brings together competitive sailors from across the region for strategic, high-energy racing on the water. Whether you’re aiming for podium glory or looking for a great weekend of sailing and community, don’t miss out.

Secure your spot now, entries close soon:
🔗 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/323498

Australian Sailing login required to register.

27/01/2026

Youth Squad is ON, registrations are open now!

Ready to take sailing to the next level? The Y Canberra Region Youth Squad runs every Tuesday and is designed for young sailors who want to build their skills, confidence and race experience all while having fun on the water!

🔹 Green Fleet: 4:00–6:00pm
🔹 Racing Fleet: 4:00–7:00pm
🔹 Twilight (Learner) Races: 6:00–7:00pm

Spots are limited and squads fill fast, don’t miss out.
👉 Register now: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/learn-to-sail/coaching-programs

23/01/2026

Entries are now OPEN for the 2026 ACT Team Racing Championships, one of the most exciting team sailing events on Lake Burley Griffin! Whether you’re part of a school team, sailing squad, or club crew, this is your chance to compete in fast-paced team racing action on beautiful Yarralumla Bay.

Team racing is all about tactics, teamwork and fast, short course racing in crews of three boats per team. Gather your crew and put your skills to the test!

👉 Register here: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/323498

Note: Australian Sailing account required to enter.

20/01/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 🚣‍♂️🎈

Take your morning to the next level with kayak or canoe hire on Lake Burley Griffin during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular. Paddle out as the balloons lift off at sunrise and enjoy one of Canberra’s most iconic views from a completely different perspective.

14–22 March
Single, double & triple options available
Tickets from $45–$90
YMCA Paddle Hub

Spots are limited and sessions do sell out, book ahead to avoid missing out.

Book now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kayak-hire-canberra-balloon-spectacular-tickets-1980831758111?aff=oddtdtcreator

23/12/2025

🎁 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁? 🎁
Skip the socks and gift something they’ll remember.

This Christmas, gift an experience with the YMCA Sailing Club!

Our January Learn-to-Sail courses are the perfect present for kids, adults, and families, building confidence, skills, and memories that last a lifetime.

✔ Learn practical sailing skills
✔ Build confidence on the water
✔ Get outdoors and try something new
✔ Memories > things

Courses run throughout January, with options for School Holiday, Adult, and Family sailing.

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster or book now to secure your spot! https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/learn-to-sail

Because the best gifts aren’t wrapped, they’re experienced.

08/12/2025

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦: 𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗟𝗔 𝗕𝗔𝗬 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗭𝗔!

We’re gearing up for a huge day on the water, and we need your help to make it happen!

👉 Sign up here:
https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ymcacanberrasailingc/events/327890

Let us know you’ll be there, feel free to register for more than one activity!

𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱:
• Mini Sailing Class Volunteers – 3 volunteers per session
(𝘈 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘪-𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘴.)
• Kids-In-Sharpies Experience Volunteers – 5 volunteers needed, 10:30am–12:30pm
• General Volunteers – Setup, pack-up, and everything in between!

Your support means so much, events like these help grow our club community and bring more excitement to the water!

Thank you in advance for lending a hand!

YMCA of Canberra Sailing Club - A family orientated club with a strong emphasis on developing young sailors.