Empowering Lives Through Sailing Excellence
At Gosford Sailing Club, our mission is to enrich lives by providing a dynamic and inclusive platform for individuals and communities to discover, embrace, and master the art of sailing. Rooted in a commitment to excellence, community, and environmental stewardship, we strive to foster a deep connection with the water while promoting skill development, sportsmanship, and a sense of belonging for all members, including sailors, social members, and volunteers.
Our Mission
Inspiring Passion for Sailing: We are dedicated to kindling and sustaining a passion for sailing within our community. Through engaging programs, accessible resources, and a welcoming environment, we aim to inspire individuals of all ages to embark on a journey of discovery and joy on the water.
Inclusive Community Building: Our mission includes building a diverse and inclusive community where the joy of sailing is shared by all. We foster an environment that celebrates differences, encourages collaboration, and creates lasting connections among sailors, families, social members, and volunteers alike.
Education and Skill Advancement: Gosford Sailing Club is committed to providing comprehensive education and skill advancement opportunities. Our mission is to equip sailors with the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the seas safely, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Environmental Responsibility: We actively engage in practices that contribute to the conservation of our marine environment. Our mission includes promoting eco-friendly sailing practices, organising clean-up initiatives, and instilling in our entire community, including social and volunteer members, a deep sense of responsibility towards the preservation of our oceans.
Competitive Excellence: Striving for competitive excellence in sailing. Our mission is to develop and support athletes of all levels, providing a platform for individuals to challenge themselves, build resilience, and showcase their skills in regional and international competitions while upholding the values of fair play and sportsmanship that unite our entire community.
Through these mission-driven principles, Gosford Sailing Club is dedicated to creating an enduring legacy where the transformative power of sailing enhances lives, connects communities, and fosters a profound appreciation for the beauty and challenges of the water for all members.
Our Values
One Club: The Gosford Sailing Club embraces and supports the diverse sailing interests of its members. Unity across all groups is paramount to the success of the Club, which offers a diverse range of sailing & boating programs, clubhouse and marina facilities.
Integrity: The Club expects the highest levels of individual and corporate integrity. Compliance with the Club's Constitution, its by-laws, policies and State & Federal legislation are paramount. The Club's assets will be preserved and safeguarded.
Openness & Transparency: Decision-making processes will be open, transparent and rational. Decisions are made for the common good of the membership rather than individual members.
Respect: All actions, decisions and communication will be respectful of all members, staff, the community and the environment.
Safety: The safety of our members, guests, staff and visitors is fundamental, both on land and on water. Quality: Delivery of quality service across all levels (internally and externally) is vital to the success of the Club. We welcome challenges to existing processes to foster continual improvement and a drive to excellence.
Fairness & Equity: The Club promotes an environment that fosters fairness, equity and respect for social and cultural diversity. Everyone is to be treated fairly and equitably, regardless of their status within the Club.
Proud History: All stakeholders will preserve, respect and contribute to the history that has created the Gosford Sailing Club since 1932.
Success: Success is valued and celebrated across all activities within the Club.