Pittwater Aquatic Club

About Pittwater Aquatic Club

Pittwater Aquatic Club is a member-run boating base at Bayview, created for people who want to use their boats regularly and take part in a practical waterfront community. The club supports everything from marina-kept cruisers to trailer boats, dinghies and kayaks, with Pittwater, Broken Bay and the Hawkesbury system waiting beyond the shore. We think its appeal lies in participation: this is a cooperative facility for active members, not a commercial marina selling anonymous overnight berths.

Storage options include marina berths, club moorings, a secure yard and vertical racks for smaller craft. Positions are limited and demand generally exceeds supply, so members join paid waiting lists and allocations are tied to both the member and a nominated vessel. Marina fit depends on length, beam, draft and manoeuvrability, with the largest current berth accepting up to 12.2 metres. Anyone considering a boat purchase or change should consult the facilities director before committing.

Members can use a launching ramp, two slipways and two marina work berths equipped with power and water. Permanent shore power is available to marina users, and showers and a kitchen support time at the club. The slipways have distinct limits, including 17 tonnes for Slip 1 and six tonnes with a four-metre maximum beam for Slip 2. What stands out to us is the breadth of self-help infrastructure available within one club environment.

The club also maintains 18 recreational moorings: 17 around Pittwater and Broken Bay and one at Hardys Bay. Several Bayview and Winji Jimmi positions can be booked casually by members in weekly blocks, subject to size and weather limits. Vessels using storage or facilities must meet registration, seaworthiness and insurance requirements, including at least $10 million public liability where applicable. Living aboard is expressly prohibited, and a member must remain responsible when guests use club facilities.

Our take is that PAC suits hands-on Northern Beaches boat owners who value affordable shared infrastructure, regional cruising access and a cooperative culture. It rewards people willing to understand the by-laws, book facilities correctly and contribute to safe operation. Join first, register the vessel accurately and expect a wait for popular storage types. Once allocated, the mix of marina, moorings, yard, racks, ramps and slipping facilities provides a remarkably versatile home base for enjoying Pittwater.

Services

Pittwater Aquatic Club provides members with marina berths, moorings, secure yard storage and racks for dinghies, kayaks and runabouts. Storage is allocated through paid waiting lists and is attached to a named member and vessel. Marina boats must fit the assigned length, beam and draft limits; the largest current berth caters for 12.2 metres. Contact the facilities director before changing vessels.

Shared working facilities include a launching ramp, two slipways and two marina work berths with power and water. Slip 1 handles suitable boats up to 17 tonnes, while Slip 2 has published limits of six tonnes and four metres beam. Members must book, pay the applicable fee, follow environmental procedures and clean the area after use. Showers, a kitchen and permanent marina shore power are available.

The club maintains 18 recreational moorings around Pittwater, Broken Bay and Hardys Bay, including several weekly casual positions for members. Use depends on vessel size, conditions and booking. Registration, seaworthiness and comprehensive insurance requirements apply, generally including $10 million public liability. Living aboard is not permitted. Confirm current membership, wait-list, annual facility and casual-use charges before planning storage or work.

Ideal for

Hands-on Pittwater boat owners seeking a cooperative club with marina, mooring, yard and rack storage plus ramps, slipways and work berths.

What we love

• A practical member-run waterfront community
• Storage choices for many different boat types
• Two slipways and powered work berths
• Eighteen regional recreational moorings
• Direct access to Pittwater and Broken Bay

To keep in mind

PAC is member-focused rather than a casual public marina, and popular storage has waiting lists. Allocation depends on exact vessel fit and is not transferable. Keep registration and insurance current, follow booking and cleaning rules, and remember that living aboard is prohibited.