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Perth Flying Squadron Yacht Club (PFSYC) offers three main boat storage options: pen (wet berth) storage, hard standing storage, and undercover storage. According to the club, these options accommodate every class of boat and are available at rates it describes as very competitive. The club sits on the Swan River, overlooking what it calls the widest stretch of the river — a setting that matters if you want quick access to sailing waters rather than a long motor to the river mouth.
The three storage types
| Storage type | What it generally means | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Pen storage | A berth in the water where the boat stays afloat | Boats used regularly that benefit from staying in the water |
| Hard standing | Dry storage on land, typically in the club's yard | Boats that are trailered, lifted in and out, or kept out of the water between uses |
| Undercover storage | Sheltered storage protected from direct weather | Owners who want extra protection for their boat |
The club's own description groups these as "pen, hard standing and undercover storage for every class of boat." It does not publish a breakdown of which boat sizes or hull types fit each category, so if your boat is unusually large, deep-keeled, or has a tall rig, confirm suitability with the club before assuming a category fits.
What the club says about cost
PFSYC advertises its storage as being offered "at very competitive rates." That is the extent of the pricing information on the page — no rate card, deposit terms, or membership-linked pricing is published there. Treat "competitive" as a positioning statement rather than a quoted figure, and ask the club directly for current rates for your boat type and the storage category you want.
Who can use the storage
The site frames storage as part of club life rather than a standalone marina service. It notes that new members are always welcome and that you don't need to be a boatie to enjoy the club socially — which suggests membership and storage are connected, but the page does not spell out whether storage requires membership. If you are only after a berth and not club membership, that is a question to raise early.
Why location matters for storage
The Squadron was formed in 1897 and overlooks a wide stretch of the Swan River that the club describes as a major venue for competitive yachting, power boating, and water sports. For storage purposes, this means boats kept at PFSYC are positioned on the water rather than inland, which suits owners who want to sail or cruise regularly. The club also runs a year-round program of events for sailors of all abilities and an active cruising calendar for power boaters — relevant if you want storage plus regular on-water activity rather than storage alone.
Practical next steps
- Decide which category fits your boat: staying afloat (pen), dry (hard standing), or sheltered (undercover).
- Contact the club through the details on pfsyc.com.au to ask about availability, current rates, and any membership requirement.
- Confirm your boat's dimensions and rig against what the club can accommodate before committing.
- Ask what is included — for example, whether lift-in and lift-out, or access arrangements, form part of the arrangement.
The main gap to close before deciding is pricing and availability, since neither is published on the site. The club's contact section and trading hours are the natural starting point for that conversation.