We have been shaped by a group of 18 Footer sailors in 1935 and our first Secretary James J. Giltinan turned into the founding father of the first global championship regatta in 1938. The 18foot skiff magnificence become born in Sydney in the 1890’s.

The JJ Giltinan Championship has endured to be the arena’s optimum 18ft Skiff championship with extra than 20 nations competing for the coveted trophy in view that that first regatta.

We hold to steer and guide the evolution of the boats to the existing wellknown of era and assist sell 18ft Skiff racing in the course of the arena. the long-lasting 18ft Skiffs are world well-known for their magnificent pace and the extent of issue they require from the competition. They represent a number of the maximum hard and aggressive racing anywhere within the world these days.

The cause of the club today is unchanged given that its inception decades in the past –

assist the boom of 18 foot skiffs in Sydney, interstate and globally
show off some of Australia’s first-class crusing talent inside the racing on Sydney Harbour every week in the course of the summer
offer a welcoming membership for participants, guests and any site visitors
To be beneficial and lively in the neighborhood community in which possible
THE CLUBHOUSE

The authentic clubhouse became constructed in 1961 then rebuilt in 1990 to the modern, comfy and sophisticated building it is today.

situated alongside the Double Bay ferry wharf, we cater for our members and their guests, and are constantly happy to welcome visitors. we’re open 7 days every week with Christmas Day and good Friday being the simplest exceptions.

we have a completely certified bar, eating place and an outdoor deck which sits on a stunning waterfront area on Sydney Harbour.

Please sense free to contact the club workplace when you have any similarly enquiries.