Club Facilities
OVERVIEW
Members of the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia enjoy facilities of the highest standard. Whilst the Clubhouse represents the hub of activities there is much, much more for members.
Within the Clubhouse is an excellent restaurant / dining room (dining capacity 330), with adjacent indoor and outdoor bar facilities. The outdoor bar is part of a substantial and popular undercover patio area that overlooks the marina where members can enjoy a chat, drink, meal or organised social activity.
The Clubhouse and amenities are supplemented by a Racing Office and an Association Meeting Room. There is also a barbecue area, slipping, sail drying, lawned and landscaped facilities.
Wet berth marinas are offered in a choice of single or double pens and are serviced by power and water. Each pen also has a storage locker.
CLUBHOUSE
The Dockside Bar and Mariners Dining Room
The Dockside Bar and Mariners Dining Room operate every weekend and are closed on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday. During Daylight Saving, both the Dockside Bar and Mariners Dining Room will keep longer hours if necessary.
The Club Functions Manager, Michelle Matte, is available to talk to members regarding functions such as birthdays, weddings and any special occasion. The Club facilities are available 7 days a week for these occasions. Platters are available for alfresco or boating functions. Free tea and coffee is available for all to enjoy on the patio. As with The Dockside Bar, special opening times can be arranged when large groups are in attendance.
The Dockside Bar Hours:
Wednesday (Daylight saving) 4.00 pm - Late
Friday 12:00 pm - Late
Saturday 12:00 pm - Late
Sunday & Public Holidays 09:00 am - 03:00 pm (approx).
During hours when The Dockside Bar is not open, liquor purchases can be made by contacting the office staff.
Catering:
Breakfast Sunday
09:00 am - 03:00 pm
Lunch Friday/ Saturday/Sunday/Public Holidays
12:00 noon - 03:00 pm
Dinner Friday 6:30 pm - 08:30 pm last order
Saturday 6:30 pm - 09:00 pm last order
Friday, Saturday and Sunday lunches are served in either the Mariners Dining Room or on the Patio. When booking please advise in which area you wish to dine. We encourage members to contact either the Food and Beverage Manager, Mario Cataldi or our Head Chef, Dorian Molga, to incorporate their favourite dishes on the menu. Members and guests are advised that the entire Clubhouse and Patio is a No Smoking Area.
Dress Code
The Mariners Dining Room, The Dockside Bar and Members Lounge require an attire of neat casual dress. The patio has a more informal mode of dress. Members and guests are reminded that the minimum standard of dress in The Dockside Bar, Members Lounge and Mariners Dining/Function Room is walk shorts, shirt and shoes.
Clothing not acceptable includes wet weather apparel, singlets and brief shorts. Hats, caps and thongs are not to be worn.
Club Merchandise
A large selection of Club merchandise can be purchased from the Club office during normal office hours. Come in and see the range of CYC and Musto clothing. Prices and merchandise are subject to change.
Credit Cards
For your convenience, you can pay all Club accounts by EFTPOS, Visa, Mastercard and BPay. In addition, your Membership Card can be used in the Mariners Dining Room, The Dockside Bar or office to charge goods to your account, upon presentation of your Membership Card.
Automatic Teller Machine
An ATM is available adjacent to the entrance of the Members Lounge and is available during bar and catering opening hours.
Members Lounge
The Members Lounge is available to members and their invited guests. An internet computer has been installed for your use whenever The Dockside Bar is open. Members are invited to use the Library. Anybody wishing to loan a book should record their details in the borrows book available from The Dockside Bar.
Parking
Generally the Club provides sufficient parking for most members. Certain parking sites have been designated for Life Members, Board Members, Flag Officers and Association Chairs. Please respect these designated sites.
Please note the speed limit within the Club premises is 8 kph.
Toilets and Showers
The main Clubhouse foyer is open 24 hours a day. The main shower and toilet facilities are available for use at all times. In addition, there are second toilet and shower facilities located in the Kinnaird Building for both males and females. Access is also 24 hours. Both ablution blocks have facilities for the disabled.
Office Hours
The Administration office located within the main Clubhouse is open seven days a week with the exception of Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday.
Monday to Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Public Holidays Opening Hours may vary, please contact Reception
Kinnaird Room
The Kinnaird Room is available for members, Associations and special CYCSA interest groups upon request. Bookings are essential. The room is fully equipped for meeting and conference purposes with TV, video, overhead projector, white board and tea and coffee facilities.
BOATING FACILITIES
Club Cougar Cat
The Cougar Cat is used on Race Days for setting of courses and acts as the buoy laying and official boat. The vessel is used in times of emergency and is also used for general maintenance work in the Club basin.
Fuel
An encumbrance on the North Haven Harbour provides that the land owned by the Club shall not be used for the purpose of supplying boat fuel for the use of vessels as long as the supply is provided elsewhere in the Harbour. Fuel is available at the northern end of the harbour seven days a week.
For your information, please note the following rules apply within the Club premises:
• The boat owner may deliver fuel in his/her own vehicle and via his/her own container.
• (Fuelling is restricted to the Crane Wharf and associated pontoon.
• The owner is solely responsible for any fire risk and spillage.
• A fire extinguisher is located on the crane wharf adjacent to the workshop.
• There is a total NO SMOKING policy on the crane wharf and pontoon during fuelling operation.
Portable Motor Testing
An outboard motor testing tank is provided on the eastern side of the cradle area.
Slipping/Crane
The Club is extremely proud of its slipping facilities, arguably the best in Australia. The Club employs a Slip-master and if you wish to book in your boat, please contact Tim Went on 0413 735 324.
Contact the Club office or our Slipmaster, Tim Went with regard to fees and availability of facilities.
Adjacent to the slipway is a crane wharf with a fixed arm radial crane for mast removal and other lifting needs. This service is free of charge to members, who are required to obtain tuition on the use of the crane. Please contact Tim on 0413 735 324.
Sail Drying
A facility is available on the eastern lawn.
Sail Storage
Storage facilities are available to members at a yearly hire cost. Enquireis or applications can be made to the Racing Manager.
Trolleys
Trolleys are available for members use and are stored in an enclosure at the rear of the Kinnaird Room. Please consider fellow members and return them after use.
Tractors
The Club has tractors available for use by members only. You are required to obtain tuition on the use of the tractors. Tim Went is available to give you direction prior to your use. Please contact Tim on 0413 735 324.
Waste Oil Station
The Waste Oil Station is located at the rear of the Rubbish Area. Facilities are available for the disposal of waste oil, oily rags, batteries and coolant.
Workshop/Maintenance Shed
A workshop/maintenance shed is situated adjacent to the slipway and launching ramp. The workshop is available for members’ use and the key can be obtained from the Club office. Equipment on hand includes a drill press, pedestal grinder, belt sander, work bench and vice.
1. Hardstanding Berths
2. Club House
3. Marina Berths