Lauderdale Yacht Club

Lauderdale Yacht Club is a community sailing club at Roches Beach, on the eastern side of Frederick Henry Bay and around 20 minutes south-east of Hobart. The club operates from a purpose-built clubhouse beside a coastal launching area, with a focus on sailing rather than restaurant dining.

The club caters for both young sailors and adults, providing training and opportunities to take part in organised racing. Junior sailing includes boats such as Bic O'Pen Skiffs, Sabots, Puffin Pacers and Lasers, while more experienced sailors can join advanced training and afternoon racing. The club also supports a broad range of off-the-beach classes, including catamarans, windsurfers and 29er skiffs.

Regular sailing takes place during the warmer part of the year, with junior activities generally held on Sunday mornings and racing commonly scheduled on Sunday afternoons. The waterfront setting gives the club a practical, active character, with boats, training and race preparation forming the centre of the experience. Regattas and title events bring additional activity to the site and accommodate sailors across junior, adult and specialist classes.

Lauderdale Yacht Club has a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere shaped by members, volunteers and local support. The club is affiliated with Australian Sailing, allowing members to participate in competition at different levels. Its setting at Roches Beach makes it suited to sailors seeking instruction, regular racing or a place to develop skills on Frederick Henry Bay.

As a not-for-profit club, Lauderdale Yacht Club is structured around participation, training and volunteer involvement. The clubhouse and sailing area are best understood as a base for organised water sports, club activities and events rather than a conventional café, bar or dining venue. The atmosphere is informal and practical, with a strong emphasis on learning, competition and shared involvement in sailing.

The location is well suited to junior sailors, adult beginners, experienced competitors and families supporting sailing participants. Anyone planning a visit for an event or sailing activity should check the club calendar and make contact before travelling, as access and activity depend on the sailing program.