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Royal Connaught Boat Club

PresentingLegacy Of148 Years... HERITAGE HISTORY The Royal Connaught Boat club, 148 years old, was established in 1868 under the name “Poona Boat Club” on the scenic banks of Mula-Mutha River located in the heart of Pune city. The club was renamed as “Poona Royal Connaught Club” in 1889 to honor the Royal His highness the Duke of Connaught, the commander-in-chief of Bombay Army. In 1928, the Club’s name was changed to “Royal Connaught Boat Club”. It has been home to many outstanding sports personalities and has been providing excellent facilities Sailing, Boating, Rowing, Billiards, Tennis Court, Table Tennis, Card Room, Swimming Pool, Health Club and Children’s Park. Our vision is to create legacy with a passion of providing high level of amenities through seamless dedication and professionalism in a comfort ambience. Royal Connaught Boat Club is your SECOND HOME where you can relax and relish. Our aim is to provide utmost personalized services, creating values and unforgettable moments of joy with “wow” factor. Our sincere gratitude to our president, committee members and staff for providing us their valuable support in our journey. Today, Royal Connaught Boat Club stands as one of the most elegant and prestigious landmark in the city.



FACILITIES Tennis court-downright smashing Sports Our well maintained tennis hard-court is breeding ground for upcoming champions. There is nothing like racket sports to test your stamina. Large number of members, children and guests can avail the professional coaching facilities throughout the year. Junior tennis tournaments are conducted each year with attractive prizes. The main aim of the tournament is to imbibe the spirit of participation among peers.

Boating and Rowing-One Spirit, OneStroke.The main purpose of establishing the Club was for Boatingand Rowing. Boating activities have gained an unbelievablyhumongous momentum in the recent times. This activityhas been rejuvenated and a large number of members andtheir children have started taking active interest in this sport.Our enthusiastic boating members have participated at theNational level and won two gold, two silver and one bronzemedal, thus, adding laurels to the cap of our Club.Swimming pool-Be the fishA plunge in the blue water on a sunny day is anytimeastonishing. Relax and enjoy our aqua swim and aquaaerobics at swimming pool. The swimming pool and Babyswimming pool both has comfortable dimensions forenthusiastic swimmers and well maintain by trained staff.Coaching classes are available for members, children andguests.

FACILITIES Billiards room-Be a master of angles Indoor activities The air-conditioned billiard room with two imported tables of international standards is found to be the most sought after place in our club. Make your shot best, enjoy.

Health club-stay strong, live longThe ‘fitness royal health club’ overlooks the swimmingpool through full glass view creating a pleasant ambiance.It is well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment andsteam bath along with the services of trainer and masseur.Aerobics is one of the popular activities at the health club.Members and their guests utilize the facilities under theexpert guidance of trained specialists.Card room-The place where you canenjoyOur members always feel the need to relax a little afterputting in long hours at work. The club provides Card Roomand Card Games just for this purpose, where Bridge is themost popular of all. The plush interior induces a smoothingfeeling, far from the maddening crowd. Open for membersfrom 11a.m. to midnight.Table tennis-ping pongAge or gender cannot be a barrier to enjoy the game oftable tennis. Families can all play with each other withouthaving to worry about the bigger or stronger membersdominating the game. In fact, anyone can compete on equalterms, since there is much more to the game than sheerpower or strength.

VENUESVoyage & Royal DeckVoyage means “The long Journey”. It is the art of multi cuisinefully air-conditioned restaurant. It is a journey in the restaurantwhere you can come across with many great sailor historieswho invaded various places. The restaurant is known for itsdelicious food and well-mannered service by the cateringdepartment throughout affiliated clubs.Anchorage BarAnchorage BAR it is self-called “SEA-PORT BAR” fromwhere you can enjoy, relax and relish along with lovedones by overlooking beautiful river as well as sunset view.It is popular place in the Royal Connaught Boat Club whereyou can have delicious food along with hard drink in theRCBC style dine- Wine!LagoonLagoon is a conference hall for 30 Pax. It’s popular forsmall get-togethers, party, secret meeting, etc.TerraceA 3000sq. ft. terrace on the third floor surrounded by largegreen trees and serviced by a tubular lift is an ideal placefor large parties and gatherings.Pool side venuePool side venue is very popular for large parties. Pool sidevenue is available for wedding reception, get-togethers andbig parties.

Pocha hall Riverside sit-outThe hub of our club, 3500sq.ft hall without any A large outdoors sit-out with an area ofobstruction is a place pride. Named after one 7000sq.ft overlooking the river is place forof our Indian founder member Mr. F.P. Pocha, a open air dining, socializing and for viewingfamous environmentalist ahead of his times, movies. Most of the entertainment and socialthe hall is fully renovated with aesthetic events are held here.modern ambience while maintaining thetraditional theme and heritage. It is utilized Boat housefor many social events of the club, as well asfor large gatherings. It is newly renovated venue called “BOAT HOUSE”. The name originated fromPool view conference hall “Boating” which is one of the club’s main activities. This venue is popular for naturePool view conference is fully air conditioned loving people .The venue capacity is 50 PAX.venue. Approximately 80 Pax sittingarrangement can be made. This venue Roomsis popular for sangeet, birthday party,engagement party, corporate get-togethers. There are well- furnished Super Deluxe and Suite Rooms for Members and their guestsConference hall as well as for Affiliated Club Members.A fully air conditioned spacious hall forconferences, seminars or group activitiesis well utilize by our corporate members.Attached to it is an open air space forinformal meetings and for parties.

ENTERTAINMENT Yearly activities Regular activities cultural programmersWeekly activities Royal Connaught Boat Club has a multi-ethnic cosmopolitan mix of members. Cultural activities, such as Maharashtra Day on 1st May, Tombola-Try your luck. Baisakhi- Di- Raat, Christmas Bash, Dandiya, Food festivals to suit the taste of different communities are organized throughout the year. Royal Connaught Boat Club has been the pioneers in organizing Tombola Nights for its patrons. This weekly activity is enthusiastically Children’s party attended regularly by members and their guests in large numbers. Periodic Super Bumper Tombola is also popular in the members and Children’s Xmas party is arranged for children to welcome the arrival of guests. SANTA CLAUS wishing everyone “A merry Christmas”. SANTA graces the occasion with his presence and distributes gifts to all children. Movie Nights-Enjoy with your love one. their guest to welcome the New Year. It is one of the MEGA events in Royal Connaught Boat Club. Enjoy the classic and latest hits at Royal Connaught Boat Club, with your family and guests, where we organize special screening and Holi movie nights for our patrons in Royal Connaught Boat Club style This colorful festival is celebrated with enthusiasm and full gusto by members and their guests: one of the most popular events of the year.

Diwali MelaDiwali, the festival of lights is celebrated with active participationof approx 400 children. Variety of games, mini giant-wheel,merry-go-round are arranged for them absolutely free of cost.In addition, magic shows are also arranged.DandiyaThe most awaited “DANDIYA” to say GOOD BYE to MONSOON-Lord Varuna and to welcome the Festival season, “DANDIYA”is celebrated under the beat of drums and music played by thebest band in town.New year eveOn NEW YEAR’S EVE, DJ DANCE with LED floor is one of themost popular themes of the year with a large attendance ofmembers and their guest to welcome the New Year. It is one ofthe MEGA events in Royal Connaught Boat Club.

Royal Connaught Boat Club 7/8 Boat Club Road, pune- 411 001 Ph: 2616 3510/12/13Visit us at www.BOATCLUBpune.com, E-mail: [email protected]