Fremantle Sailing Club

A little taste of FSC history ⚓ Friday 23 October

This October, we’re stepping back in time for Memories & Milestones, celebrating Fremantle Sailing Club’s history alongside 40 years of Howard Park Wines winemaking.

The five-course menu has been inspired by historical FSC menus from the 1980s, with each course paired with a Howard Park wine, alongside historical displays and live music by Lady M.

Who’s joining us for this one?

See the menu and find all the details, including bookings, in the event link 👇
https://events.humanitix.com/memories-and-milestones

After a short break over winter, Learn to Sail Kids is back these spring school holidays! ⛵☀️

Designed for complete beginners aged 7-12 years, the four-day course is a fun introduction to sailing, with plenty of time out on the water.

Choose from 29 September-2 October or 6-9 October, with sessions running from 8.30am to 12.30pm each day.

Open to members and non-members.

Find out more and book:
https://fremantlesailingclub.com.au/learn-to-sail-kids/

Father’s Day at FSC 💙

It’s one of our most loved events of the year, and Father’s Day is back on Sunday 6 September!

Bring Dad down for lunch by the water, with Father’s Day specials from 12-3pm alongside the full menu. And because it’s his day, Dad’s first pint is on us with every booked table🍺

It’s always a popular one, so get the family together and book your table early.

View the menu and book your table below 👇
https://tinyurl.com/ymfe95mz

𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐒 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐔𝐏‼️👊💥
Our sail training boat Airborn, with Instructor Gerard Wilson at the helm, claimed the overall series Challenger Cup, supported by a crew of highly capable trainees.

The start of the final race was slightly delayed following a brief game of leapfrog around the start line. Once underway, the fleet set off in a north-westerly breeze of just over two knots, making a direct course for Mark B before heading south. Conditions showed little improvement throughout the race, ultimately resulting in a shortened course.

A sincere thank you to all the visiting boats and crews from our neighbouring clubs who joined us throughout the series. Your participation helped make the competition both enjoyable and memorable. We hope you had a great time on the water and look forward to welcoming you all back next year.

𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝟕 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

Division 6 J&M PHF
🥇AIRBORN, Gerard Wilson
🥈AMIGO CLAIRE, John Holder
🥉MEDUSA, Franco Pieri
🏁AIRBORN

Division 2 PHF
🥇ZULA, Robert Wilson
🥈MX, Ron Macarthur
🥉SAND CRABS DISCO, Graeme Martin OAM
🏁MX

Division 1 PHF
🥇MIGHTY MEELY, Heidi Oswald
🥈GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen
🥉TURKISH DELIGHT, Nicholas Hollett
🏁GIDDY UP

Division 1 IRC
🥇GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen
🥈TURKISH DELIGHT, Nicholas Hollett
🥉2UP, Barry O'Toole

Winter Series Winners
🏆Division 6 J&M PHF - AIRBORN, Gerard Wilson
🏆Division 2 PHF - MX, Ron Macarthur
🏆Division 1 PHF - 2UP, Barry O'Toole
🏆Division 1 IRC - GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen

Full results:
https://tes.topyacht.net.au/results/fsc/2025/kb26/Wint26/series.htm?ty=61846

📸 A sincere thank you to Alan Nuttall for his skillful driving of the media boat throughout the event.

Royal Perth Yacht Club I East Fremantle Yacht Club I The Cruising Yacht Club of W.A. Inc I Safety Bay Windsurfing Club

The adventure continues for Endorfin!

After their fantastic result in the Darwin to Banda Neira Yacht Race & Rally, the Endorfin crew are continuing their journey through Indonesia.

They departed Run Island yesterday morning for the 370-nautical-mile passage to Wangi Wangi, with around two days at sea ahead.

We’ll be following along as they make their way home!

The field is set for the 2026 Australian Women’s Match Racing Championship! ⛵

From 10-13 September, six teams from across WA and interstate will head to Fremantle Sailing Club to contest the national title in Elliott 7s.

This year’s skippers are Chelsea Williams (CYCA), Heidi Ferguson (CYCA), Isabella Holdsworth (RPAYC), Kirstin Norris (SoPYC), Mia Lovelady (RFBYC) and FSC’s own Sophie Jackson.

With some of Australia’s leading female match racers in the mix, we’re looking forward to another fantastic few days of close racing off Fremantle.

Meet the teams and find out more about this year’s Championship 👇
https://fremantlesailingclub.com.au/awmatchracing2026/

Safety & Sea Survival Course | Sunday 30 August 🛟

Looking to complete your Safety & Sea Survival certification?

Our next course is coming up on the 30th August with places still available.

Designed for anyone heading offshore, whether sailing or power, the course combines theory with practical training in liferafts, inflatable lifejackets, distress flares and emergency procedures at sea.

Successful completion provides certification required for many offshore races.

Open to FSC members and non-members.

Find out more and book your spot:
https://fremantlesailingclub.com.au/safety-sea-survival-course/

𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝟲 𝗛𝗔𝗦 𝗕𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗗
Due to the Bureau of Meteorology's Strong Wind Warning for Saturday, 8 August, with forecast swells of up to 4 metres and south-westerly winds reaching 30 knots, the Race Committee has decided to abandon Race 6 of the Winter Series.

The next and final race of the series is scheduled for Saturday, 15 August. We look forward to seeing everyone on the water then.

Line Honours for Endorfin! ⛵🏆

Congratulations to skipper Mike Giles and the crew of Endorfin on an outstanding performance in this year's Darwin to Banda Neira Yacht Race & Rally, claiming Line Honours and 1st Place IRC after completing the 510-nautical-mile passage in just 2 days, 12 hours and 7 minutes.

The fleet of 14 yachts departed on Saturday, 1 August. While two boats were unfortunately forced to retire due to equipment failure, all other competitors have now arrived safely in Banda Neira and are enjoying the town's warm hospitality.

Well done to Mike, Anthony, Julie and the entire crew on a fantastic achievement. Wishing them safe sailing for the journey home!