One of the oldest and most prestigious clubs in Hong Kong, the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is proud of its rich, colourful history, which stretches back over 160 years of social and competitive sailing and rowing. The Club today has evolved into a multi-faceted and cosmopolitan organisation and its membership enjoys a comprehensive range of facilities, both afloat and ashore. Kellett Island in Causeway Bay is the Club's principal base, and acts as the parent site to the two smaller branches of the Club, at Shelter Cove near Sai Kung which is the base for cruisers, and Middle Island in Repulse Bay which is the home to dinghy sailors, sail training and rowing. The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club provides sailing and rowing courses for members and non-members at various levels to nurture the development of both sports.