Events

The club runs a number of boating related events throughout the year including Regatta’s, Club racing, Inter Club racing and Cruising weekends. Dates for these events are listed in our Club Calendar. A  printable version of the annual racing calendar can be found HERE:

One of our many highlights in the racing calendar is the Tall Ships Regatta which is normally run in early January. 

The club has a dedicated email list and WhatsApp group for sharing up to date information on our racing program, courses and results. You can subscribe to this email list by clicking on the Subscribe button above or sending a note to the clubs Racing Secretary. Include your phone number if you would like to be added to the racing skippers WhatsApp group.

Racing

The following race series will be run this season

Eligibility

To be eligible to compete, each owner or skipper shall complete the Racing Registration process and be a financial member of the Russell Boating Club or a yacht club affiliated to Yachting New Zealand. Owners or skippers who are registered to race with any other BOI yacht club are also eligible to compete in RBC events. A minimum of 2 boats coming to the starting area is required for races to be held.