CATEGORIES
of membership
Membership Categories
Please Note: These membership categories and rates are effective from 1 April 2026 for new members and 1 May 2026 for current members.
Full Membership
Includes all member benefits on and off the water, the ability to skipper a yacht during club races, and eligible for the General Committee to help govern our club. Full Membership fees are tiered, based on age
| Membership Parameters |
Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Age 18-24 | $245 | $21 |
| Age 25-34 | $510 | $43 |
| Age 35-39 | $740 | $62 |
| Age 40+ | $930 | $78 |
| Associate* | $245 | $21 |
* Partner/spouse of a Full Member
Family Membership
Partner/spouse living together (Full Members) + unlimited juniors (under 18 years old)
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Family Membership | $1,255 | $105 |
Squadron Membership
Participates in on-water events (e.g. crews in club races, owns a launch, powerboat or trailer yacht) but does not skipper a yacht in RNZYS races. Also participates in off-water events and enjoys full use of RNZYS premises at Westhaven.
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Squadron Membership | $520 | $44 |
Clubhouse Membership
Enjoys off-water events and use of RNZYS premises at Westhaven.
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Clubhouse Membership | $330 | $28 |
Junior Membership
Up to 18 years of age
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Membership | $245 | $21 |
Overseas Membership
Resides overseas for more than 8 months of the year
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Overseas Membership | $520 | $44 |
Country Membership (NZ)
Resides outside the Auckland Council Region for more than 8 months of the year
| Membership | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Country Membership | $520 | $44 |
Long-Standing Retired RNZYS Members
We are pleased to offer our long-standing members who have consistently supported the RNZYS and have reached retirement age a discounted annual Full Membership subscription. The discounted subscription is based on the members age and consecutive years of service. Current members are welcome to contact the membership team to check their eligibility and request a category transfer.
Consecutive years of service can be accumulated across any and multiple membership categories
| Membership Parameters | Annual Subscription | Monthly Instalments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 65+ with 25+ years of service | $520 | $44 |
| Aged 65+ with 40+ years of service | $325 | $27 |
| Aged 65+ with 50+ years of service | $245 | $21 |
If you would like to discuss these options further or corporate membership, please contact our membership team:
Phone: 09 360 6804
Email [email protected]