MEMBERSHIP
Our Memberships
HHYC Membership Categories
At Hebe we have a range of membership categories to suit the needs of all of our new members.
Full Member
A Member who has been a Senior Associate Member for two years may apply to become a Full Member. The application must be supported by three members of the General Committee, one such member being an Officer.
A Member applying to become a Full member must have demonstrated to the satisfaction of the General Committee an active interest in Watersports or in the management of the Club. The General Committee may either generally or on a case by case basis shorten or lengthen the period which a Senior Associate Member must complete before they may apply for Full membership.
The General Committee may determine in its entire discretion and without providing reasons whether or not a Senior Associate Member shall be elected as a Full Member.
A Full Member shall have 5 votes at General Meetings.
For application form and guidelines of transferring membership from Senior Associate to Full Member, please email Jessica Yau.
Senior Associate Member
A Senior Associate member shall be aged 21 or over who has been duly elected as such or whose Junior membership or Associate membership has been converted in accordance with the Club Articles.
Associate Member
An Associate member shall be aged 21 or over and under 31. An Associate Membership shall expire upon such member reaching the age of 31.
Associate I members: Aged between 21-24 years
Associate II members: Aged between 25-30 years
An Associate member shall be entitled to become a Senior Associate member upon payment of the balance of the entrance fee that applies from time to time to Senior Associate Membership at any time up to the age of 30 years or, upon reaching the age of 31 years.
An Associate member may apply to be a Full member so long as they have been an Associate member for not less than two years. Such a member will be required to pay an entrance fee, calculated by reducing the Senior Associate Membership entrance fee by one tenth for each full year the member has been an Associate Member.
Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except dinghy slot).
May not become an Absent Member.
No voting rights.
Term Member
A person relocating to Hong Kong on a limited contract basis, and who are not certain if their length of stay in Hong Kong is permanent, shall apply for Term Membership.
Term Members are allowed the full usage of the Club except marine facilities.
Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands.
May not become an Absent Member.
No voting rights.
Corporate Membership
Corporate Membership allows a maximum of three Directors of a company to be nominated to use the facilities of the Club as a Corporate Nominee. Only one Corporate Nominee is entitled to have one marine facility. Corporate Members may not become Absent Members. People who have their own business may consider a membership at the Club for use by their company.
Junior Membership
A Junior Member shall be aged 18 or over and under 21. A Junior Membership shall expire upon such member reaching the age of 21.
Junior Members may apply to convert their membership to either Associate or Senior Associate Membership upon payment of an entrance fee, calculated by reducing a current Associate or Senior Associate Membership entrance fee by one third part for each full year the member has been a Junior Member.
Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except dinghy slot).
May not become an Absent Member.
No voting rights.
The younger you join the cheaper it gets ! See our pathway poster here.
Cadet Membership
A Cadet Member must be under the age of 18.
Not permitted to car parking, hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except dinghy slot).
May not become an Absent Member.
No voting rights.
The younger you join the cheaper it gets ! See our pathway poster here.
Temporary Membership
A person who is not normally resident in Hong Kong and who is eligible for Senior Associate Membership may be admitted as a Temporary or Visiting Yachtsman Member in accordance with Article 3.5 and Section 8 of the Bye-Laws. Hebe Haven Yacht Club welcomes visiting yachtsmen and members of other overseas yacht or boat clubs. Such visitors are categorized as follows:
- VISITING YACHTSMAN
- HONORARY VISITOR
- ORDINARY VISITOR
VISITING YACHTSMAN
A Visiting Yachtsman is a person not normally resident in Hong Kong who arrives in Hong Kong on board a private yacht (sail or power) and who is skipper of the yacht. Membership is available for a period of up to six months. Subscription and mooring fees for six months are payable in advance. If the Visiting Yachtsman departs from Hong Kong within the six months period, a refund on a whole month (rounded down) basis will be made. Extension of a Visiting Yachtsman’s membership beyond six months will only be considered on written application to the General Committee and is only likely to be granted in exceptional circumstances.
HONORARY VISITOR
Use of all facilities is available to a person normally resident abroad belonging to an overseas club with which the Club has reciprocal rights. Such a person may be accepted as an Honorary Visitor without payment of either a nomination fee or a monthly subscription. Any rental fees (e.g. mooring or hardstanding) are to be paid monthly in advance and at the same rates as for a Full Member. Membership will be valid for a maximum of three months in any twelve months period.
ORDINARY VISITOR
An Ordinary Visitor is a person normally resident abroad who belongs to an overseas yacht club with which HHYC has no reciprocal rights. The arrangements will be the same as for an Honorary Visitor, except that the period of membership shall be for a maximum of six weeks in any period of twelve months.
APPLICATIONS FOR TEMPORARY MEMBERSHIP
Onus rests on the applicant to satisfy the requirements of the General Committee that the applicant is entitled to the status of Temporary Member in the category claimed. An application form duly completed and signed by a proposer and seconder shall be returned to the General Manager with the appropriate fees.
GUESTS
Temporary Members are permitted to invite guests to the Club. Such invitations must comply with the Rules of the Club, a copy of which is available in the Club office.
APPLICATION
Applicants who wish to apply for Temporary Membership should complete the Membership application form.
Membership Application
Apply for all types of Membership here
Have Questions?
Application Procedures
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Applications are accepted for classes of membership stated below. Applicants are encouraged to read the Club’s Bye-laws and Memorandum & Articles of Association, the latter of which provides more details on classes of membership. Applicants for Senior Associate / Associate / Term / Corporate / Junior Members should be supported by a Proposer and Seconder who have been members of the Club for at least two consecutive years and to whom the candidate must be personally known. Applicants are encouraged to provide all details of their boating qualifications and experience to afford the maximum chance of success of the application. This is not to say this will prevent those without boating experience from being considered for membership. To apply for membership, please complete our online application form. Applicants for Cadet Membership shall be counter-signed by the applicant’s parent or guardian, who shall sign a declaration absolving the Club from all liabilities for accidents. Following submission, the applicant may be called for an interview before being accepted for membership or placed on a waiting list. Rights & Restrictions
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Membership Prices
| Membership Category | Entrance Fee |
Subscription (Monthly) |
Minimum F&B Charge (Quarterly) |
Building Levy (Monthly) |
Notes |
| Cadet (6 – 17 years old) |
$3,993 | No | No | No | Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except a dinghy slot). No car parking. |
| Junior (18 – 20 years old) |
$7,986 | $363 | No | No | Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except a dinghy slot). |
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Associate (I) 21 – 24 years old |
$13,000 | $725 | No | $200 | Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except a dinghy slot). |
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Associate (II) 25 – 30 years old |
$26,000 | $1,088 | No | $200 | Not permitted to hire marina berths, moorings or hardstands (except a dinghy slot). |
| Senior Associate (Under 41 years old) | $65,100 | $1,450 | $1,590 | $200 | If payment is made by instalments a Senior Associate Member may not become an Absent Member until the full entrance fee has been paid. |
| Senior Associate (41 – 69 years old) | $86,800 | $1,450 | $1,590 | $200 | If payment is made by instalments a Senior Associate Member may not become an Absent Member until the full entrance fee has been paid. |
| Senior Associate (70 years old or above) | $43,400 | $725 | $1,590 | $200 | If payment is made by instalments a Senior Associate Member may not become an Absent Member until the full entrance fee has been paid. |
| Corporate |
$199,650 $49,913 (additional nominee) |
$1,625 (per nominee) | $2,100 (per nominee) | $200 | Maximum 3 nominees. |
| Term | $20,000 | $1,450 | $1,590 | $200 | Non-renewable 3-year term. 1,2 |
| Temporary | If you are not normally a resident of Hong Kong, but would like to apply to become a temporary member, please see our ‘Visiting Yachtsman Section’ | ||||
Joining Fees By Instalment
This payment method is available only for Senior Associate and Associate Memberships.
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Priority for Admission
As part of our obligations under our government lease, we are committed to promoting and supporting competitive and recreational sailing. This focus is essential for retaining our lease and ensuring the long-term viability of the Club.
Our primary funding and support come from our members, along with sponsorship from individuals and businesses involved in sailing activities. Therefore, active participation in the Club is crucial for its sustained success.
With these priorities in mind, we define our core membership as follows:
- Individuals who sail or have sailing experience at any level and are eager to utilize the Club for sailing.
- Those interested in learning to sail through our training programs and participating in social and competitive sailing events.
- Users of powerboats and personal watercraft (jetskis) for recreational purposes.
- Members willing to actively support the Club’s activities, including race management, instructing, and contributing to sub-committees. Participation in these areas is expected within your first year if your application is successful.
Consequently, priority will be given to applicants who align with one or more of these criteria.
Have Questions?
Visiting Yachtsmen
Hebe Haven Yacht Club warmly welcomes overseas visiting yachtsman. The Club is located within the best cruising waters of Hong Kong with better air quality than Hong Kong Island and it takes less than an hour to cruise to the best islands and beaches in HK.
A Visiting Yachtsman is a person not normally resident in Hong Kong who arrives in Hong Kong on board a private yacht (sail or power).
Procedures for Visiting Yachtsmen
Temporary Membership is available for a period of up to six months.
Subscription and mooring fees for six months are payable in advance.
If the Visiting Yachtsman departs from Hong Kong within the six months period, a refund on a whole month (rounded down) basis will be made.
Extension of a Visiting Yachtsman’s membership beyond six months will only be considered on written application to the General Committee and is only granted in exceptional circumstances.
HHYC has one visitor mooring for a vessel up to 14 meters in length and three Pontoon berths for visiting boats up to 22 meters in length. Visitors have full use of the Club facilities including the boat yard.
Visitors who would like to visit Hebe Haven should give as much notice as possible before arrival, preferably by e-mail to [email protected]., with full details of the crew, yacht, expected arrival date, length of the intended stay in HK and whether a mooring or berth is required.
Alternatively you could call us on + 852 27193673, fax on + 852 27193273 or even send a post card to Marine Office, The Hebe Haven Yacht Club, 10.5 Miles Hiram’s Highway, 157 Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung, Hong Kong.
Procedures for Entry to Hong Kong
For full details of entry procedures to Hong Kong please go to the following link for the Hong Kong Marine Department (Mardep).
http://www.mardep.gov.hk/en/pub_services/ocean/notes_ymaster.html
If you are unable to find the details and links, then the short version is that you must have a pre-arrival health clearance in the form of “Free
Pratique”, which you should send by e-mail to [email protected]
The link for the form can be found here:
http://www.dh.gov.hk/english/useful/useful_forms/files/dh1418.pdf
Under the “Special Arrangements” clause of the Immigration Department you may come directly to Hebe Haven Yacht Club, instead of anchoring at the Immigration Anchorage for Inward Immigration Clearance. On arrival, you should berth alongside the Big Yellow Pin on the South Pontoon at about 22′ 21.52” N 114′ 15.42”, give or take a fathom or two. If you have given us your approximate ETA in advance we will try and not have a security guard shoo you away.
After visiting the office and becoming a Temporary Member, having a shower, a drink and getting settled, Hebe Haven will give you a letter confirming your arrival at the Club and that you will be moored at this location, during your stay in HK, for the Marine Department’s record. Then it’s off to visit the Immigration Department for Passport clearance. We even give you a map to help you get there without a GPS! After Immigration you need to visit the Marine Department for Inward Clearance of the boat. They will give you a “Permission to Navigate”, which is a piece of paper you can show to any officialdom who sees you are not a Local Vessel and asks why, what and who you are.
The official blurb on clearing the boat in with the Mardep is;
“A General Declaration Form M.O.618A, together with the Certificate of Registry of the vessel, a crew list (ID 207A) stamped by the Immigration Department and the Port Clearance issued by the authority of the last port of call should be produced at the time of reporting arrival. A prescribed fee of HK$58 (US$7.44) for the arrival clearance will be charged.”
And that’s that. You are then free to eat, drink and be merry as you sit in the Club writing an article for the Club Magazine, Hebe Jebe’s, on your adventures in getting to Hebe Haven Yacht Club.
Our Young Persons Pathway
We are committed to encouraging younger members at Hebe and have created this much cheaper pathway for young people.
