Temporary Membership SailPass is a convenient option for individuals who are not current Sailing Members of an affiliated club but still want to enjoy sailing at Balmain Sailing Club (BSC) in Sydney. This temporary membership, also known as a 'day-pass,' allows you to participate as a crew member in BSC races. If you're not a financial member of a sailing club but wish to join and crew in our races, we highly encourage you to register for SailPASS. By doing so, you will receive an Australian Sailing (AS) number and Personal Injury Insurance from Australian Sailing for the specified days.
To ensure that the club hosting a race has your contact details, it is essential to register with them. SailPASS offers two options, and the fees you pay for a SailPASS can later be deducted from the full membership fees. For instance, if you purchase 4 sail passes costing $60.00 and decide to become a member of Balmain Sailing Club, $60.00 will be subtracted from your annual fee. If you're new to day SailPASS and don't have an Australian Sailing number yet, register and select your racing BSC SailPASS. However, if you already have an AS number or have previously registered for a day SailPASS and wish to add more dates or modify your selections, simply renew your BSC SailPASS.
If you have any questions regarding the insurance cover provided by Australian Sailing, please feel free to contact the club via email.
As a member of the Balmain Sailing Club, you can enjoy several benefits. Firstly, you will have access to the 2021-2024 Racing Rules of Sailing, ensuring that you can compete fairly and safely. Additionally, the club provides you with the Special Regulations, ensuring that our sailing events adhere to the highest standards.
To stay up-to-date with the latest developments at BSC, we encourage you to keep an eye on your committee's activities. Regular committee meetings are held to maintain and improve the club, and you can find all the Meeting Minutes and even review the club's Profit and Loss statements.
Looking ahead, here are some upcoming races and events that you should mark in your calendar:
- 09 Feb: Post-Christmas Twilight Race 4 on Friday, 9th February 2024, at 18:00 – 09 Feb: Post-Christmas Friday Afternoon Race 4 on Friday, 9th February 2024, at 14:30 – 11 Feb: BSC Summer Series Dinghies Race 3 on Sunday, 11th February 2024, at 13:00
For a complete calendar of all our races and events, please visit our website.
Last but certainly not least, we are proud to have the support of our sponsors, who play a vital role in the success of Balmain Sailing Club. Their contributions enable us to provide exceptional experiences for our members and participants.
We hope to see you soon at one of our exciting races or events!
