By joining a yacht club or marina, you become a member of a worldwide nautical community. The difference between a yacht club membership and a private marina is that a yacht club offers ultimate exclusivity. Yacht clubs are completely closed to the public and usually have a hefty financial requirement. Therefore, prospects require invitations and are seen by appointment only. If you want to spend thousands less, you can find prestigious private marinas all over the Australian coastline. Or if you are simply seeking a rental boat slip there are many affordable pay-per-use public marinas to choose from nationally.

Social outlets
Yacht clubs and marinas are great resources for meeting new people. Through the club services, you have the option of joining special interest groups to connect to other members. Joining a club is a great way to network with other business people and marine enthusiasts. Many yacht clubs even have marketing and promotional tools available for members.

Safety
Private marinas and clubs provide a high level of security for your marine property and equipment. Exclusive areas are guarded and usually have advanced security systems in place. You may also have access to your vessel 24-hours per day, 7 days a week as a part of your membership package.

Clubhouse access
One of the best perks of a yacht club or private marina is having access to the clubhouse for private events such as weddings, receptions, parties, and other ceremonies. The club usually also offers a business centre and boardrooms for private meetings.

Refreshments and dining
What better way to end a day of sailing than by dining by the sea at your club’s restaurant and grille? Most yacht clubs hire good chefs to prepare food and catering for events.

Classes/Workshops
Staff members at clubs are usually accessible for support and training purposes while educational classes may also be available.

Children
Yacht clubs and marinas often offer great programs for children. The holidays are usually a festive time with special events for the entire family to enjoy.

Connect to other clubs
Many yacht clubs and marinas offer their members access to other affiliated yacht clubs in Australia and abroad. People who enjoy travelling by sea enjoy the benefit of always knowing they have a safe, reliable place to dock anywhere in the world.