How do I start Crewing?

Whether you are new to sailing, or an experienced sailor, the CYCA may be able to assist you in finding your next crewing opportunity.

In many cases the best way to find a crew position is to turn up on race days, two hours or so before the start times shown and approach skippers directly or ask at the bar.

What about Crewing Offshore and Regularly?

How do I find a yacht to sail on or find crew for my yacht?

Mysail.team provides a general availability option for use by both crew and owners who can post a notice looking for casual or regular crew across the CYCA sailing programs, as well as delivery crew opportunities.

For more information head to Mysail.team to signup and explore what is available.

Crew registered on MySail.team looking for yachts:

Yachts registered on MySail.team looking for crew:

I want to compete in the Rolex Sydney Hobart or overnight races, what opportunities are there for me?

To be invited to crew in the Blue Water Pointscore races you will normally need to have had some offshore racing experience such as the Short Ocean or Ocean Pointscore, and your chances will be enhanced if you have some or all of the following: Cat 1 or Cat 2 Offshore experience or significant delivery passages; Australian Sailing Safety and Sea Survival Certification, current Senior / Apply First Aid qualifications, and Radio Certification such as the MROCP.

Your availability to participate in the Blue Water Pointscore Series (overnight distance races around 80-180nm) will often enhance your chances of gaining a position on a crew in the major yacht races.

Opportunities available for International crew are often limited as many yachts decide on crew well ahead of time and train regularly, however having your details on file at the CYCA will certainly improve your chances.

The CYCA Sailing Office can not guarantee you a place on a yacht and does not guarantee that crew invitations will be available at regular intervals.