In 1849, on the shoreline of Hong Kong Harbour where the City Hall stands today, the original Victoria Recreation Clubhouse was established. Having been in operation in Canton since 1832 the Victoria Recreation Club is distinguished as the oldest sporting and recreation club in the territory.
Our mission is to be the premier ocean water sports club: raising the profile of paddling and oar sports, nurturing ocean awareness, supporting elite and community athletes, and sharing our passion with Hong Kong—including those who are financially disadvantaged or face physical or mental challenges.
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Founded in 1849 on the Hong Kong Harbour shoreline; roots in Canton since 1832.
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The Clubhouse in the early twentieth century, when members rowed, swam, and gathered on the harbour.
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The annual cross-harbour race was a popular sports feature before it was forced to stop in 1973.
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Club competitions in swimming and water polo date back to the 1850s.
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Pictures in the Deep Water Bay clubhouse still show winners of swimming and water-polo competitions.
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Members have represented Hong Kong in local and international events.
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After the Central clubhouse was reclaimed in the early 1950s, the Club moved to Deep Water Bay and later Sai Kung.
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To this day, Victoria Recreation Club membership entitles members to access both unique clubhouses.
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The official crest used on membership materials and club communications.
Membership & Rules
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The Club flag and name mark — a familiar signal across Deep Water Bay and Emerald Bay.
About the Club
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The Island Road clubhouse — launching, dining, and race-day support on the south shore.
Deep Water Bay
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The Port Shelter beach clubhouse — BBQs, boat storage, and community opening-up access.
Emerald Bay
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Members training and racing together — paddling remains at the heart of Club life.
Outrigger
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Open-day energy on the water — introducing new paddlers to the Club fleet.
Outrigger
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Club race days and series that bring members and guests onto the water.
Events calendar
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Overnight camping pitches overlooking the bay — a favourite Emerald Bay tradition.
Emerald Bay
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The Deep Water Bay waterfront setting that members see from the clubhouse terrace.
Deep Water Bay