Australian Sailing

Australian Sailing is recognised by World Sailing as the governing body for the sport of sailing in Australia.

It formed in 1950 as the Australian Yachting Federation at a meeting at the Royal St. Kilda Yacht Club. It is responsible for the administration, promotion and development of sailing in Australia. Australian Sailing a member-based organisation that represents the interests and provides services and support to over 360 clubs across Australia as well as more than 160 accredited Discover Sailing Centres.

Purpose
Australian Sailing's purpose is to grow sailing by leading, inspiring, and supporting sailors and their communities.

Clubs
Notable yacht clubs affiliated with Australian Sailing include the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Royal Perth Yacht Club, Royal Brighton Yacht Club, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club, Royal Geelong Yacht Club, Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania.

Affiliated Classes
Australian Sailing affiliates member associations including class associations for dinghies, keelboats, windsurfers, kite surfing and remote control boats.

Hall of Fame
In 2017, Australian Sailing Hall of Fame was established in conjunction with the Australian National Maritime Museum.