Sydney Harbour & Pittwater

Life is better
on the water

Walk on, Walk off.

Premium sailing and powerboating on Sydney Harbour — without the cost, the maintenance or the hassle of ownership. We manage everything. You just show up.

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How It Works

Your time
on the water

Effortless Access is a Gold membership that puts you on a premium Sydney vessel up to six times a month. We handle everything that isn't being on the water. You just show up.

6 guaranteed sessions per month on your chosen vessel, plus up to 4 standby days per month
Book online on our custom portal — quick, simple, confirmed instantly
All maintenance, compliance and scheduling managed for you
$2,000 refundable deposit — no hidden fees, no surprises
4 hour induction with a qualified skipper when you sign up — additional lessons available if needed
Catering and line catching service available to all members

The Process

Simple from
day one

Step 01
Talk to Campbell
Tell us which vessel you're interested in and what you want from your time on the water. No pressure — just a conversation to make sure it's the right fit.
Step 02
Come Aboard
Visit the boat. We walk you through the vessel, the booking system and what to expect. Your skipper assessment is relaxed, practical and done in one session.
Step 03
Book & Go
Once your membership is live, it's easy. Book via the app. Arrive at the boat — easily accessible from the dock. Cast off. Have a ball! Not comfortable docking yourself? Call ahead, or prebook our docking service and someone will meet you at the dock when you return.

The Fleet

Three vessels.
One harbour.

Sailing yachts and a powerboat, all berthed at premium Sydney locations. All managed to the same standard. Choose the vessel that suits your time on the water.

Memberships Open
Beneteau Oceanis 38
Effortless Access · Sail
Beneteau
Oceanis 38
CYCA · Rushcutters Bay
A capable, well-proven cruising yacht ideal for everything from Sydney Harbour twilights to weekends away. Easily handled by one crew, and with her bowthruster she's a doddle to park. Comfortable, dependable and a great option to get sailing on now. CYCA membership required..
$1,100 / month
Memberships open now · Sailing from 1 July 2026
Memberships Open
Jeanneau Leader 10
Effortless Access · Power
Jeanneau
Leader 10
D'Albora Marina · Rushcutters Bay
A sleek, powerful day cruiser perfect for entertaining, exploring the Harbour or heading north to Pittwater. The powerboat membership for anyone who loves the water, the Leader 10 has a Dock and Go system and a bowthruster, making manoeuvring a joy. Fuel paid directly by members.
$1,750 / month
Memberships open now · On water from 1 August 2026
Memberships Open
Beneteau Oceanis 37.1
Effortless Access · Sail
Beneteau
Oceanis 37.1
CYCA · Rushcutters Bay
Beneteau's latest refined cruising yacht — with a modern easy sail plan. The Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 is a benchmark vessel and we are very excited to be introducing one to our growing fleet at one of Sydney's most iconic sailing addresses. CYCA membership required..
$1,250 / month
Memberships open now · Sailing from 1 September 2026

Why Effortless Boating

Everything handled.
Nothing to worry about.

Walk On, Walk Off
Your vessel is checked and ready before every session. After you return, we take care of the rest. You never touch a maintenance schedule or a surprise bill.
Direct & Personal
You deal directly with Campbell. One number, one WhatsApp message. No call centres, no franchise systems, no waiting. If something needs attention, it gets attended to.
Local Boating
Effortless Boating is rooted in the Sydney boating community — sail and power. Campbell knows the Harbour, the marinas, the people and the conditions. You're joining a network of like-minded people who love being on the water.
Sail & Power
Two sailing yachts and a powerboat. Whether you're an offshore racer, a weekend cruiser or someone who simply loves the harbour — there's a vessel for you.
More Days on the Water
6 sessions a month for a fixed fee. Compare that to the cost and commitment of outright ownership and the case is clear. More water, less everything else.
Premium Locations
The CYCA at Rushcutters Bay and D'Albora Marina — two of Sydney's finest berthing locations at the heart of Sydney Harbour. You arrive somewhere worth arriving.
"The best days of my life have been on the water. I built Effortless Boating so more people could have them."
— Campbell Geeves, Founder
17
Sydney Hobarts

About

Built by a sailor.
Run for people
who love the water.

Campbell Geeves has spent his life on the water — from sailing Sabots on Sydney Harbour, to two years as Captain of a private yacht in Southeast Asia and the South Pacific, to 17 Sydney Hobart Yacht Races.

After four years with the team at Flagstaff Marine, Campbell founded Effortless Boating with a single goal: to make premium boating genuinely accessible to more people, while making boat ownership genuinely worthwhile for the people who have them.

Effortless Boating is backed by key relationships in the Sydney marine industry, bringing decades of expertise and a fleet of premium vessels to the partnership.

RYA Yachtmaster Commercial
NSW Coxswains Grade 3
17 Rolex Sydney Hobarts
7 years aboard a private yacht, 2 as Captain
4 years marine sales & management

Get In Touch

Ready to get
on the water?

Whether you're interested in a Gold membership or putting your boat into the Effortless Access fleet — we'd love to have a conversation. No pressure, no obligation. The best way to start is a quick call or a visit to one of the boats.

Phone & WhatsApp0424 178 629
Emailcampbell@effortlessboating.com.au
BaseCYCA, New Beach Road, Rushcutters Bay NSW 2027