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BYRA Bayview Yacht Racing Association Sailing Club

Locality: Bayview, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9999 2648

Address: 1842 Pittwater Rd 2104 Bayview, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.byra.org.au/

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25.01.2022 See Peter Loft Marathon details at "Events" and "Posts"

25.01.2022 Good Racing in Race 2

23.01.2022 Discover Sailing Day any Sunday. Chance for non members to look over the club, see what we offer and chat to the volunteer committee. If the wind is kind they may be able to go for a sail

22.01.2022 Calling all club members! Calling all club members Make you way over to the new group page / forum to join in the discussion and share your stories. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1385040601665293/

22.01.2022 BYRA Latest Race Results @ ScoreIT BYRA Club Championships 2018-2019 http://www.sailingresults.com.au//Templ/Default/index.php ... BYRA 2018-2019 Spring Pointscore http://www.sailingresults.com.au//Templ/Default/index.php

22.01.2022 Kind words from the OutThere Sailing guys and a timely reminder that we are at the club every Friday afternoon from 4.30-6.30 for some fun on the water. Come down to check it out !

22.01.2022 Peter Loft Marathon

22.01.2022 This Saturday is the first Working Bee before the new season, first race Sunday September 8th. The Working Bee is from from 9am to mid-afternoon. Bring a lunch snack we will supply the hot drinks. Don't forget to bring your trusty tools. Yes it was cold this weekend but at least two of the Juniors were out the the strong breezes. Here are pictures of them on the water.Looks like fun.

22.01.2022 Only a month to go for the 52nd NS14 Nationals at Gosford. NOR & Entry details to follow very soon.

21.01.2022 The Racing season has started with Day 2 this Sunday. Copies of what you see below should be available in the Clubhouse office on Sunday. Let's get out on the water. 11 knots of breeze, mid twenties temperature. See you there.

21.01.2022 On Sunday our next stage Learn To Sail juniors (LTR) took turns trying a Laser. This is Elliot’s first time in a Standard Laser. Great Job. #laser #lasersailing #learntosail

21.01.2022 Thanks to DeckHardware for posting these great photos of today’s racing on Pittwater. Huge turnout at our humble club and we we’re excited to see many keen and eager sailors getting after it. Well done to all! Now onto Day 2

21.01.2022 Day 2 NS14 NSW State Championships

19.01.2022 Winter madness? NO. Three cheers and throw your hats in the air for the hardy souls venturing forth in the rain on Pittwater. See report below. Your correspondent has been in a similar situation in Europe on the west coast of France. The difference however is that we have had three or four days of Summer sunshine to break up the grey skies. Whilst the European news is full of emergency treatment in hospitals for the heatwave that is happening over there, I seemed to have pick...Continue reading

18.01.2022 Well sailed all the winners at the Manly Juniors NSW States at BYRA at the weekend, particularly Caity Bastion the Rookies Winner! https://www.facebook.com/SueElliottSydney

17.01.2022 A little less wind than forecast today from the SE but three races were completed. Let us hope the forecast for tomorrow is more accurate.

17.01.2022 60 years ago this summer (1957) Vee-Jays rigging and launching at BYRA. #sailing #pittwater #learntosail #oldphotos #history #vj #BYRA

17.01.2022 Tricky conditions this afternoon for our sailors and I note it was great to see BYRA juniors out in Flying 11s again.

17.01.2022 What to say? Magical BYRA/Pittwater #sunset #sailing #Pittwatter Sailingclub #bayview #BYRA

17.01.2022 Good to see a solid number of #Lasers out on Sunday. We have Josh riding the line between exhilaration and a cold swim and Brendan showing some nice balance

16.01.2022 A great Birthday gathering on the deck at BYRA with pre-prandials and a BBQ followed an extraordinary fleet of 10 boats in the Keelboat Round Lion Island Race on Sunday. Peter and Alex Melleuish were first across the line in a very fast time, followed by John Black and a motley crew of BYRA members. Third was one of the smallest boats of the fleet who threw up a multi-coloured cloth on the downwind leg driven by Rob & Mal. Will try and post some photos later.

15.01.2022 Report on the 69th Lion Island Challenge Race and weekly newsletter Click here :- https://mailchi.mp/010d62bd1a67/lion-isle

15.01.2022 Optimist States last weekend. BYRA was represented by 7 sailors in the Green Fleet. Our more experienced Learn To Race group all feel that they have outgrown to Optimists so didn’t attend. Considering none of the kids had any racing experience it was great to see them holding their own in quite challenging conditions with breeze well ver 15kn both days. Well done to all the sailors

15.01.2022 Learn to sail is still on this Sunday 3rd November even with the 1st round of the Manly Juniors State Titles being conducted at the same time. So please parents of kids enrolled in LTS come on down and don't be afraid to lend a hand if you can. There will be plenty of excitement as the states best MJ sailors will all be sharing the grass setup area with the LTS kids. This means plenty of boats for the kids to check out and maybe be inspired to become the next champions ? We look forward to seeing you all there!

14.01.2022 With only a few more sleeps to go. We wish all the sailors coming this weekend to the club for Rnd 1 of the Manly Juniors’s the best of luck and may the wind be on your side ! Great work Niall Powers !

14.01.2022 One race completed by noon, race two is being held. Good winds for the Manly Juniors States at @BYRAsailingclub #manlyjuniorstates Manly Junior Sailing #PittwaterSailing

13.01.2022 First Sunday of the Sailing Season. - https://mailchi.mp/707d3/first-sunday-of-the-sailing-season

13.01.2022 With winds around 7knts the NSW NS14 State Championship saw 43 entrants on a course north of Scotland Island. Winner of the first race was A Chittenden & S Radford . The second race started shortly after the finish of the first.

13.01.2022 BYRA Winter Series Round 1 Our first Winter Sailing Session for 2019 we had a slightly overcast day with a very light westerly blowing 3-5 knots swinging to a North Westerly of 1-3 knots and back and forth. In total we had 11 boats turn up, but only 10 sailed on the day (5 Adult and 10 Junior Sailors). Two races where completed just South of Scotland Island. We had three new boats joining us today, so for those new people welcome. ... Brad Stephenson in his MG14, Alex Melleuish one of the Learn to Sail Juniors that graduated this summer is his Flying 11 Predator Joshua Aitken stepping out of his Manly Junior into his new Flying 11 Salty. During the races a couple of lead boats pulled away in the conditions, but the juniors all finished in very close proximity of each other giving some close racing. Thank you to George Sadlik and Peter Melleuish for helping out on the support RIB today and having to do multiple mark changes in the changing conditions. It was also encouraging to have a RPAYC Etchell vary its course towards BYRA 1 during their race to congratulate BYRA in have a good winter fleet going. We look forward to seeing you in the next round on the 23rd June. SAIL NO. BOAT SKIPPER ELAPSED TIME CLASS 1888 Endorphin Scott Wallace 21.08 NS14 368 Phase X Brad Stevenson 25.41 MG14 206412 Eviota Anthony Irwin 29.21 Laser STD 1548 Incorrigible Orlando Sadlik 34.'30 MG14 Aus 746 Not Again Sophie Aitken 35.28 29er 8420 Owen Gillmeister 37.23 Open Bic 1267 Salty Joshua Aitken 37.36 F11 1803 Not Blue Mal Keeler 38.42 Sabre 1276 Predator Alex Mellueish 39.44 F11 4003 Angus Musgrove DNF Moth SAIL NO. BOAT SKIPPER ELAPSED TIME CLASS 1888 Endorphin Scott Wallace 13.48 NS14 368 Phase X Brad Stevenson 15.15 MG14 206412 Eviota Anthony Irwin 15.37 Laser STD 1548 Incorrigible Orlando Sadlik 22.03 MG14 Aus 746 Not Again Sophie Aitken 22.32 29er 8420 Owen Gillmeister 28.28 Open Bic 1267 Salty Joshua Aitken 28.58 F11 1803 Not Blue Mal Keeler 27.13 Sabre 1276 Predator Alex Mellueish 29.54 F11 4003 Angus Musgrove DNC Moth

12.01.2022 *** NEW WEBSITE MEMBERS SUGGESTION *** As we're looking for to update the public's view of our club, and we need to know your thoughts. I would ask you to ALL MEMBERS to have a look at our current website and let us know what you would you like to be included, what you think is missing and what improvements can be made. Our current website is www.byra.org.au

11.01.2022 Manly Junior State Championships Round 1 at BYRA, November 2 and 3 Welcome to all Manly Junior Sailors and entourage. Most have had their Bacon & Egg Roll. Duly fortified they are making their way to the course north of Scotland Island for the first of two races today and two tomorrow. Winds are forecast to be brisk. Still a fair bit of smoke haze about.

11.01.2022 Next Sunday is the start of part 2 of the seson2019-2020 for the Junior fleets. At 8.30 Sunday we will be welcoming those new to Learn to Sail on Sunday mornings and others will be progressing through the modules on the way to their full ticket. Meanwhile informal fun racing, after the morning lessons at about 1 o'clock , takes place just outside the moorings. It is called the Green Fleet. Those adults who do not want to join the combined fleet are welcome to sail in the Green Fleet,the more the merrier.

10.01.2022 Happy Birthday BYRA - Lion Island Commemorative Race this Sunday 12 o clock BBQ after the Race

10.01.2022 Round 3 of BYRA Winter Series is Sunday August 5th. Why not warm up by doing RPA's Ice Breaker This Sunday?

10.01.2022 All the kids were fantastic last week; however, I had to post this footage. Will, 7 years old and probably only 40kg having a fist time go sailing a Laser Standard in 5-7 Knts. He wasn’t supposed to control the boat, it was just a bit of fun for some of the older sailors, (by older we mean 11 and 12). He gets overpowered (naturally), big heel, big weather helm, boat rounds up and he’s going for a swim;right? #lasersailing #learntosail #BYRA #sailing #pittwatersailing #learningtosail #bayview #sydney

10.01.2022 Eight young BYRA sailors are participating in the NSW Optimist State Championships. A great opportunity to sail in a fleet and don't have to travel!! Royal Prince Alfred YC are running the champs . A great first day was day although the wind was higher enough to be near the cut off point. Sunday will be a Sunny day and a little less wind.

09.01.2022 We had a fantastic day for the juniors with 31 enrolments to the learn to sail program including a lot of new families. The morning went smoothly with a gentle breeze seeing all the kids getting on the water. The safety swim at the end of the 1st day is always a spectacle. Thank you to the army of help that was present today as the first day of a new season is always challenging. The new BYRA rib also had its first day of work, with the learn to sail coaching in the morn...ing followed by running support boat for the afternoon adventure sail where we had 16 sailors venture up Pittwater to Careel Bay then stopping at Sandy Point for a rest before the return sail to BYRA. The adventure sail saw a light breeze but a popular destination by all that attended. The club will be open on Friday afternoon for Junior Members to come down and hang around the club, sail, paddle etc.

09.01.2022 A wonderful view oy BYRA Bayview Yacht Racing Association Sailing Club... Thanks Ian for the great video!

08.01.2022 NS 14's Metro Trophy - https://mailchi.mp/6ca2e073c011/ns-14s-metro-trophy

08.01.2022 Pirates, Meeting and Afternoon Tea - https://mailchi.mp/09e228/pirates-meeting-and-afternoon-tea Prizegiving and Tea at 3pm at the Clubhouse - bring a plate of something please.

08.01.2022 Congratulations Henry from all at BYRA. The legend does it again!! You are magnificentII National Spiral Champion and Great Grand Master Too.

07.01.2022 $100 voucher towards Learn to Sail classes for your Kids. The NSW Government is helping kids get outdoors and moving with the new Active Kids program. From 31 January 2018, all parents, guardians and carers can apply for a voucher valued up to $100 per calendar year for each student enrolled in primary school. The voucher may be used with a registered activity provider for registration, participation and membership costs for sport, fitness and active recreation activities.... This year's quota ends at the end of December. BYRA, Bayview Yacht Racing Association, is a Registered Provider. For more details contact https://sport.nsw.gov.au/sectordevelopment/activekids. Or phone 13 77 88 See more

06.01.2022 Finally, our Newsletter is so easy to read!

06.01.2022 Previous date on the post for the next BYRA Wintrer Series was incorrect. Correct date is Sunday JULY 1st. as now shows. Sorry

05.01.2022 BYRA'S SUMMER HOLIDAY SAILING PROGRAM 23 TO 25 JANUARY 2018 FROM 9:30 TO 3:30PM Pittwater’s Family orientated Sailing Club is holding a Learn to Sail course in the sheltered waters off the Clubhouse in Bayview. ... Kids from 8 and 14 years are welcome. Over three days the course our Australia Sailing qualified coaches will introduce the sport of Sailing, regulations and safety, as well with lots of educational activities for the kids to learn in a safe environment. Boats and life jackets are provided by the club. Clothing and footwear should be waterproof and a change of clothing is recommended. Bring lunch, supplies, a water bottle, sun cream, don't forget the hat!. Sunglasses are recommended but not necessary. Kids willing to attend the course must be able to swim 50 metres. For more information please visit http://www.byra.org.au/products.php or just send us an email to [email protected].

05.01.2022 To all Junior members and their friends, BYRA has been approved in the trial of the 'Out There Sailing Program' which is aimed for 12 to 18 year old’s. As a result in the trial period BYRA is going to open the club on a Friday afternoons for the Kids to come down to the club and hang out, go for a sail, paddle, or engage in other water sports. The club will be open from 4:30 to 6:30 with support boats and proper supervision, so the kids can come straight from school. Dur...ing the trial period there will be no charge for BYRA Junior members to attend. Friends are welcome to enrol on the course, please talk to Neal Aitken the clubs Vice Commodore about further information on how to enrol. Forward your enquiries to: [email protected] See more

05.01.2022 Don’t let this wet weather get you down and be thinking the club isn’t open. Tomorrow we carry on with the 2020 Learn to sail program and given the turn out from last week during the massive East Coast Low storm we endured, I hope we have a just as big a turn out of enthusiastic young sailors ready to hit the high seas in search of adventure... or theory if it’s too wooly out there

03.01.2022 Sailing in 25+ knots. A great ride on Pittwater

03.01.2022 A great weekend at BYRA last weekend with some of the junior sailors staying the night in the clubhouse and then hitting Pittwater early on Sunday for the 4th and last round of the BYRA winter series. It was a huge turnout with three NS14’s and MG14. A couple of lasers two O’Pen Bic’s and an F11. Special thanks to the Atkins and the other Dads that put this weekend together to make it the success it was. Enjoy some of the pics and video from today’s sailing.

02.01.2022 Go well to Fred, Lachie and Calum attending the Dolphin Chaser Regatta in their BIC's, as well as to Owen attending with his dad at the Bullets Regatta in the Hobie 18. #bic #dolphinchaserregatta #byrajuniors #openbic

02.01.2022 Only 4 Sundays to go until the start of the Sailing Season on Sunday September 8th. The weather has been pretty good and for some members there hasn't been a closed season. For the racers amongst you here is the 2019-2020 calendar of Sunday events. Click this link: https://www.dropbox.com/s/spy9piudql/Calendar%2019-20.xlsx

02.01.2022 Opti sails retrieved, to all sleuths who contacted us Many Thanks. Rob and Neal

02.01.2022 Pittwater will be alive with Optimists at a TT organised by RPAYC this Sunday so BYRA will be organising the racing. We will be running a combined BYRA Green fleet and 'Silver Fleet' race after the main divisions have started. Coaches will be in attendance. Main starts as usual 13.30. SAUSAGE SIZZLE on the Top Deck after the Learn to Sail Classes