Adelaide Sailing Club

What Adelaide Sailing Club does

Adelaide Sailing Club (ASC) is a member-owned, non-profit sailing club located on Kaurna land at Barcoo Road, West Beach, South Australia, sailing the waters of St Vincent Gulf. Established in 1998 in its current form (previously operating as Holdfast Bay Yacht Club), the club operates a purpose-built beachside facility with safe launching, sandy beach, big lawns, and easy parking, complemented by an on-site restaurant and function centre (Fuego by the Sea) operated by an external operator. ASC is accredited as a Discover Sailing Centre by Australian Sailing and is the winner of the Australian Sailing 2024 National Club of the Year Award.

The club serves four primary segments: children and youth aged 7-17 (through the three-level Tackers learn-to-sail program and school holiday programs), adult beginners and recreational sailors (including corporate group bookings), competitive sailors and sailing families (club racing and national/international championships), and people with disabilities (through the Sailability program). It regularly hosts major national and international regattas including Mosquito and Taipan National Championships, 505 Worlds, Finn Nationals, ILCA, Hansa Nationals, and OK Dinghy Australian Championship, drawing competitive sailors from across Australia.

Revenue is generated through six streams: annual membership fees (with tiers and payment plans), learn-to-sail course fees (Tackers, adult, corporate), SailPass temporary day memberships ($10/day for Australian Sailing members, $25/day for non-affiliated visitors) which include personal injury insurance, regatta entry fees, boat storage (dinghy park and hard stand — at full capacity for 2025/26), and managed-service revenue from the Fuego by the Sea restaurant and function centre. The club is governed by elected volunteer flag officers and a Board of Management (currently led by Commodore Matthew Young, Vice Commodore Laura Hughson, and Rear Commodore Donna Evans) and operates with eight paid employees. ASC has no parent company, no external investors, and does not publicly disclose financial figures.

Name

Adelaide Sailing Club

Legal name

Adelaide Sailing Club

Website

https://adelaidesailingclub.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Adelaide Sailing Club is a member-owned, non-profit sailing club at West Beach, South Australia, offering learn-to-sail programs, weekly club racing, and host-duty for national championships to members, families, beginners, and corporate groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Recreational Sailing Club Services

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391), Marinas (713930)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Sailing & Water Sports Teams/Clubs (Sailing, Rowing, Surfing) (MPAKABAH)

Keywords

• Sailing club memberships
• Learn to sail programs
• Recreational sailing facilities
• Competitive sailing regattas
• Youth sailing education

Headquarters

HQ city

West Beach, Adelaide

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees for sailing members with different tiers. Fees payable by 31 August each year. Payment plans available (4 monthly instalments).
2. Learn to Sail Programs: Structured sailing courses including Tackers (kids), Adult Learn to Sail, and Corporate Sailing. Revenue from course registration fees with member and sibling discounts available.
3. SailPass Temporary Membership: Day passes for visiting sailors: $10/day for Australian Sailing members, $25/day for non-affiliated visitors. Covers personal injury insurance.
4. Regatta Entry Fees: Revenue from hosting national and state championship regattas with entry fees from participating sailors.
5. Boat Storage: Dinghy park and hard stand storage fees for members. Dinghy park reached full capacity for 2025/26 season.
6. Restaurant & Functions: Fuego by the Sea restaurant and function centre operated by external operator, generating venue revenue and member benefits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Adelaide Sailing Club is a community sailing club that sells annual memberships, learn-to-sail instruction (Tackers for children 7-12, Adult Learn to Sail, Corporate Sailing), boat storage (dinghy park and hard stand), temporary SailPass day memberships, and hosts competitive club racing plus national and international regattas. Additional on-site services include Pacer dinghy hire, the Sailability accessible sailing program, and a restaurant and function centre (Fuego by the Sea).

Product overview

Adelaide Sailing Club is a community sailing organization offering a comprehensive suite of sailing programs and services. The core offering includes the Tackers learn-to-sail program (three levels for children aged 7-12), Adult Learn to Sail courses, and Corporate Sailing team-building experiences. The club provides boat storage facilities, regular club racing, and hosts major national and international regattas. Membership programs include full annual membership with voting rights and SailPass temporary day memberships with insurance coverage. Additional services include the Sailability accessible sailing program and a hospitality venue (Fuego by the Sea restaurant and functions). The club operates as a Discover Sailing Centre accredited by Australian Sailing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tackers Program A three-level progressive learn-to-sail program accredited through Australian Sailing for children aged 7-12. Tackers 1 introduces basic sailing through games, Tackers 2 builds skills with tricks and techniques, and Tackers 3 focuses on advanced sailing and racing fundamentals. Member and sibling discounts of 20% available.
• Adult Learn to Sail Sailing instruction program for adults, including single-day intensive courses. Includes personal injury insurance coverage and Australian Sailing registration.
• Corporate Sailing Corporate sailing experiences and team-building events for businesses and organisations held at the club's West Beach facility.
• Pacer Hire Rental of Pacer sailing dinghies available to club members and visitors at the West Beach facility.
• Club Racing Regular competitive sailing races held at the club with calendar programming, results tracking, and archived historical results across multiple dinghy classes.
• Major Regattas Hosting of national and international sailing championships at the West Beach facility including the Mosquito and Taipan National Championships, 505 Worlds, Finn Nationals, ILCA events, Hansa Nationals, Opti Nationals, and OK Dinghy Australian Championship.
• SailPass Temporary Membership Day pass temporary membership providing personal injury insurance for visiting sailors. Two tiers: Australian Sailing affiliated members at $10/day and non-affiliated visitors at $25/day, for up to 3 days sailing.
• Club Membership Annual membership with voting rights, access to club facilities, racing, sailing school discounts, social events, and volunteer opportunities. Fees payable by 31 August each year, with pro rata 50% fees for those joining after 1 January and four-monthly instalment payment plans available.
• Boat Storage Dinghy park and hard stand storage for member boats with seasonal fees; dinghy park reached full capacity for the 2025/26 season with a waitlist maintained for future consideration.
• Sailability Program Accessible sailing program for people with disabilities, operated in partnership with Australian Sailing, providing adapted boats and support to enable participation in sailing.
• Discover Sailing Days Come-and-try introductory sailing experiences held periodically throughout the year to introduce newcomers to the sport.
• Fuego by the Sea Restaurant and Functions Professionally run restaurant and function centre at the club, operated by an external operator, available for events, presentations, and dining with exclusive member specials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Full capacity boat storage - demonstrates strong member demand and retention

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Fuego by the SeacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant and function centre operator located at the club. Provides exclusive meal and drink specials for ASC members. Operates as separate business on club premises.
• Australian SailingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational governing body for sailing in Australia. ASC is a Discover Sailing Centre. Affiliation required for racing participation and provides personal injury insurance for SailPass holders.
• Howard VineyardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWine sponsor providing wines for club events and functions at special ASC prices. Howard Vineyard Club Championship race days.
• Crowies PaintsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor providing paint products and services for club maintenance. Managing Director Daphne Crowhurst has family history at the club.
• ShadeformminorGTM or Marketing PartnerShade products sponsor.
• Binks MarineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMarine equipment sponsor providing sailing and boating supplies.
• Vilis Family BakeryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBakery sponsor providing baked goods for club events.
• Southern Cross ScienceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerScientific equipment supplier and sponsor.
• Alexander SailsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSail maker and sponsor.
• belle PropertyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReal estate sponsor.
• Crazyfish SignsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSignage sponsor.
• ShaderunnerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerShade/awning sponsor.
• PinzminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBlinds and signage sponsor.
• Pride in SportminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInclusion program supported by ASC to promote LGBTQ+ inclusion in sport.
• Good SportsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlcohol management program supporting responsible service of alcohol at the club.
• Play By The RulesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompliance and inclusion program for safe sport environments.
• SailabilityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram providing sailing opportunities for people with disabilities at ASC.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club: Western Australian club combining recreational sailing with broader marine leisure. Comparable regional sailing-club model with dining venue and event hosting, though anchored in fishing as well as sailing.

Direct peers

• Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania: Membership-based Australian yacht club offering learn-to-sail, club racing, and major regatta hosting. Directly comparable as a not-for-profit sailing club with a similar program mix (juniors, adults, competitive) and event-driven revenue model.
• Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron: Brisbane-based sailing club with learn-to-sail programs, marina storage, club racing, and major regattas. Directly comparable member-owned sailing club with similar program breadth and family focus.
• Sandringham Yacht Club: Victorian sailing club providing sailing school, club racing, storage, and function venue. Closely mirrors ASC's combination of Tackers-style junior programs, on-site hospitality, and national-level regatta hosting.
• Middle Harbour Yacht Club: Sydney-based sailing club offering junior and adult learn-to-sail, club racing, boat storage, and corporate events. Closely parallels ASC's community-club positioning and Discover Sailing-style pathway.
• Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron: Long-established Melbourne yacht club with similar member-owned structure, learn-to-sail pathway, on-site dining, and major offshore/inshore regattas. Comparable scale of programs and revenue mix.

Broad incumbents

• Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron: Historic Kirribilli yacht club offering sailing tuition, racing, storage, and a member restaurant. Overlaps ASC's product set but operates at a higher-end member base and broader national profile.
• Cruising Yacht Club of Australia: Larger, more established Sydney yacht club renowned for the Sydney to Hobart race. Comparable as a sailing membership organisation with major regattas, but at significantly greater scale and prestige than ASC.

Others

• Australian Sailing: National governing body that accredits Discover Sailing Centres like ASC, administers the Tackers curriculum, and sanctions national class championships. Critical ecosystem partner whose accreditation and event framework ASC depends on.
• Sailability Australia: National organisation providing adaptive sailing programs for people with disabilities. ASC's Sailability program is delivered through this partnership, making Sailability a directly comparable program operator and ecosystem enabler.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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