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Saturday, April 28th and Sunday, April 29th

SEE A NEW VIEW OF BOSTON AT OUR FREE SAILING OPEN HOUSE

Sign up for your free sail today, and find out how you can sail all summer with BSC.

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OPEN HOUSE SPECIALS

DISCOUNTS ON ALL COURSES, INCLUDING $100 OFF LEARN TO SAIL

Save on our award-winning 26-Hour Learn to Sail program, Macro programs, and all other courses through Monday, April 30th.

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OPEN HOUSE SPECIALS

ALREADY KNOW HOW TO SAIL? JOIN THE CLUB!

We have 75+ boats spread over five levels of membership, from small daysailers to large inboard cruisers. The best alternative to boat ownership in New England! Discounts through Monday, April 30th.

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SUMMER SOLING RACING

SPACE FOR NEW TEAMS AND CREW IN THIS OFTEN SOLD OUT SERIES

We offer Soling fleet racing on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from May through August. Contact the office to get involved!

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CORPORATE SAILING EVENTS

CHART A NEW COURSE FOR YOUR NEXT COMPANY OUTING

Whether you seek a relaxing seaside outing, or a serious team building experience, Boston Sailing Center can customize the perfect sailing event for your organization.

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Our Annual Free Sailing Open House Weekend is April 28th and April 29th LEARN MORE about discounts on membership, instruction, and more!

New to Sailing? Start Here!

Sailing offers a whole new world of excitement, adventure, friendships and fun. If you're a newcomer, here are a few of the ways we can help you get started.

Our Award-Winning Learn to Sail Course

When you're ready to take the first step, sign up for a Learn to Sail course. This course will give you a thorough introduction into the fundamentals of the sport.

Already know how to sail? Join the club...

We have 75+ boats spread over five levels of membership, from small daysailers to large inboard cruisers. The best alternative to boat ownership in New England!

Soling Racing

Join one of the largest one design racing programs in New England. We provide the boats, so all you have to do is provide the crew!

Courses for every sailing level

Our commitment to teaching sets us apart. Over 400 students learn with us every year, making the BSC one of the top adult sailing schools in the country. Yet classes on the water are always small, so you'll receive highly personalized instruction.

Corporate Events at Boston Sailing Center

Are you looking for an exciting alternative to golf or sightseeing for your group? Experience the beauty and excitement of Boston Harbor in a way few people can.

Sailing offers a whole new world of excitement, adventure, friendships and fun. If you're a newcomer, here are a few of the ways we can help you get started.

When you're ready to take the first step, sign up for a Learn to Sail course. This course will give you a thorough introduction into the fundamentals of the sport.

We have 75+ boats spread over five levels of membership, from small daysailers to large inboard cruisers. The best alternative to boat ownership in New England!

Are you looking for an exciting alternative to golf or sightseeing for your group? Experience the beauty and excitement of Boston Harbor in a way few people can.

Join one of the largest one design racing programs in New England. We provide the boats, so all you have to do is provide the crew!

Apr 23

Reservations Open

Our online reservation system opens April 23rd. Members can start booking boats anytime after the first day of the season on April 30th

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Apr 28 to Apr 29, 2018

Open House

We're offering free sails on Boston Harbor. Go for a sail on one of our boats ranging from 24 to 40 feet. Each boat will be captained by an experienced sailor, so you can sit back and enjoy the ride or take a turn on the helm.

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I took the ASA 101 course recently, and it was well worth the money. The instructors were great, very knowledgeable, and I can't believe how much information and practical learning they packed into two weekends.

Lynne L.

BSC Student & Member

The Boston Sailing Center is a great place to learn to sail, to learn and then do a lot of one-design small keel boat racing year-round, and to meet other passionate sailors. - But I think the hidden benefit is that you end up using the WHOLE city, which means getting out onto the harbor, touring the harbor islands, and taking in the cityscape from the water. You miss so much when you don't take advantage of an opportunity like this!

Bob P.

BSC Member & Racer

The truth is, I gained enough experience at the BSC to gain the the confidence to buy my own boat - a lifelong dream. I do love the boat but I'm spending more money and sailing less than I was as a member. I also miss the environment and all the great people there - both staff and members. The BSC is really unique and it's the best deal in sailing.

Kent M.

Former Boat Owner & Returning Member

Great people, great selection of sailboats, great classes, BSC is awesome!

George K.

Cruising 35 Member

This is an amazing place to learn to sail, race and to meet great people with the same passion.

Rick G.

Member, Racer, and now BSC Instructor!

I learned to sail at BSC with their Macro package taking Learn to Sail through to Basic Cruising and have loved every minute of their instruction... Their membership packages are fantastic and social events are a blast. The instructors are very experienced and the staff are on the ball and amazing. I am amazed how much I've learned and grateful for the kindred spirits I've met there!

Nicole C.

BSC Student & Member

The sailing school offers great balance - sound instruction and principles, coupled with good sailing experience throughout the course - with very personable folks who are practical and genuine. No stuffy sailors here - just enthusiasts.

Doug L.

Macro Student

Right place to start to learn how to sail a small keelboat and to get your first ASA certifications. Some very nice teachers will take good care of you and soon the sea will safely become yours. Good mindset. Recommended 100%.

Pascal P.

Daysailing Member

You guys make it so easy and fun to get out on the water and enjoy a beautiful harbor. You have a fabulous staff, great boats, and great maintenance.

Ron S.

Cruising 40 Member

Best of all we can sail the boats in our class at the sailing center. Its a win-win. We can sail then head into the city for dinner and drinks after. Most excellent!

Theresa H.

Student and Current Member

CRUISING [b]GUIDE[/b]

An ongoing, collaborative project developed by Boston Sailing Center staff and members. The most comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date guide for sailors to the coast of Massachusetts.

Boston Sailing Center Cruising Guide

FIND [b]SAILING PARTNERS[/b]

It's easy to find sailing partners at the Boston Sailing Center. As a member, student member, or student you have several options.
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MEET [b]OUR STAFF[/b]

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PHOEBE BURR

Sailing Instructor

Phoebe has been sailing since she was 7 years old out of the Beverly Yacht Club in Marion MA and has been in love with it ever since.

GEOFF RAND

Cruising Instructor

Geoff wrote the BSC's online cruising guide, and is a great person to approach with any questions you may have about cruising in the New England area.

BRADLEY CHURCHILL

Sailing Instructor

Brad is as Bostonian as it gets. Born in one of Boston’s oldest hospitals, raised in Lexington, the home of the Minutemen, and graduate of a Massachusetts State College (Westfield).

FRANCOIS ASSELIN

Head Sailing Instructor & Sail Maker

Francois is the Head Sailing Instructor at the Sailing Center and has been a member of the staff for 18 years. In addition to managing the instructional program he handles all the Center's sail repair.

JONATHAN KANNAIR

Sailing Instructor

Joining BSC as a member in 1995, Jonathan immediately fell in love with sailing at BSC. He’s been crew and skipper during frostbite racing and Soling racing at BSC.

BURTON ROBSON

Cruising Instructor & Boat Yard Manager

Burton is an ASA Certified Instructor for Learn To Sail through Coastal Passage Making. Combining his passions as a Mariner and Educator, Burton has trained hundreds of sailors in his 7 years at BSC, applying layered skill development, positive coaching and patience while exploring the New England Coast.

JENNY HOUGH

Sailing Instructor

Jenny has been sailing her whole life, and got into teaching seven years ago, as an instructor on dinghies.

CHRIS E ALLEN

Sailing Instructor

Chris grew up sailing in Maine, and after a brief stint in China, is glad to be back on the water with the Boston Sailing Center.

EMILIO TORRES REQUENA

Sailing Instructor

Emilio hails from the beautiful Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. He started sailing at the age of 8 in the Midwest at the local YMCA on El Toro’s.

MATT RENIK

Sailing Instructor

Born and raised in Boston, Mathew has been sailing on the Boston Harbor since he was 12.

CHRIS R ALLEN

Sailing Instructor

A life-long sailor, Chris grew up in New York sailing on Long Island Sound, then moved to Maine and eventually to Boston.

TODD ISHERWOOD

Todd has been sailing Boston Harbor and the Charles River for nearly 30 years. He is a graduate of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy and Northeastern University. Todd holds a 100 Ton Captains License with sailing and towing endorsements. As a member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Todd is boat crew qualified and also serves as the senior assistant lighthouse keeper at Boston Light.

STACIE SULLIVAN

Stacie recently returned to the Boston area after moving around and traveling for the past few years. She graduated from UMass Lowell in 2013 with a degree in English concentrating in journalism and professional writing. You'll find her working in the office this summer!

KRISTEN KUZIL

Office Staff

Originally from New Hampshire, Kristen moved to Boston in 2011 to study Environmental Science at Northeastern University. There she joined the Northeastern Sailing team and her love for sailing grew exponentially.

KRISTEN EVERETT

Office Staff

Kristen, originally from New Hampshire, is a graduate of Northeastern University with a bachelor’s degree in Communications. You will see her a lot in the office planning member events and open houses.

ALEX JACKSON

Office Manager

Alex started working on the dock staff team in college and has since transitioned to the office where she oversees the day to day operations as the Office Manager.

DAVID BRYAN

General Manager

David joined the staff in 1988 as an instructor and returned the following season as the head instructor. After many seasons of running the instructional program he became the general manager of the BSC.

BOB GARBER

Operations Manager

Bob became a member of the BSC in 1986 and then joined the staff in 2000. Originally from Boston, Bob has been sailing for over 30 years and understands the configuration of the Boston Harbor as well as anyone.

PETER AUSTIN

Dock Staff

Peter has been a proud member of the BSC since 2011. He has spent the last 2 years living aboard and restoring his 1966 Pearson Countess 44 Ketch.

GRIFFIN GARBER

Dock Staff

Griffin officially joined the dock staff team in 2015 after a few years of volunteering at our major events.

ADRIAN SHERIDAN

Manager on Duty

Adrian has been with the BSC in one capacity or another since 2001. Or longer than Pingpank!

MIKE WENZKE

Dock Staff

Mike had a dream of sailing the Mediterranean, but then one day woke up and realized he didn't know how to sail.

JAKE CUNNINGHAM

Dock Staff

Jake began working at BSC in spring '15 with hopes to further immerse himself in the sport.

CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON

Dock Staff

A life-long sailor, Christopher got his sea legs early on while cruising the ICW with his family.

WILL PELLETERI

Racing Program Manager

Will is our Racing Program Manager.

MIKE PINGPANK

Race Committee

Mike, hailing from Farmington, Connecticut, has been at the BSC for over fifteen years.

GREG ANTHONY

Race Committee

Born and raised in Bristol, RI, Greg began sailing at the Bristol Yacht Club at age 8 and started racing at age 10.

OUR [b]FLEET[/b]

Our 75+ boat fleet features boats from 23 to 40 feet and span 5 distinct membership categories.
Each boat is rigged for spinnaker and comes with all necessary equipment.

[b]DAY[/b]SAILERS
[b]MID[/b]-RANGE
CRUISING [b]30[/b]
CRUISING [b]35[/b]
CRUISING [b]40[/b]

BENETEAU OCEANIS 34

NELLI

Designed by Finot-Conq, the 34 is seaworthy and elegant. It features a well-balanced hull with stretched, stylish lines for a high level of performance on the water.

BENETEAU 343

ANNE & EMMA

This Berret/Racoupeau design combines performance with ease of sailing and comfort. On deck, control lines are led aft for ease of sail handling.

BENETEAU FIRST 36.7

CAMILLA

Regardless of whether one races or not, the Beneteau 36.7 , designed by Bruce Farr, offers excellent sailing and handling characteristics, combined with a beautiful interior that is suitable for cruising.

BENETEAU FIRST 35s5

KATY

JEANNEAU 349

BEBE

Designed by Marc Lombard and true to the values of the Sun Odyssey line, the 349 is the perfect combination of performance, comfort and safety at sea.

SALONA 33

WINTER

The Salona 33 is the result of an intense collaboration between Salona's own design and engineering team along with external designers, Olympic and professional sailors and interior designers.

BENETEAU OCEANIS 34

NELLI

Designed by Finot-Conq, the 34 is seaworthy and elegant. It features a well-balanced hull with stretched, stylish lines for a high level of performance on the water.

BENETEAU 343

ANNE & EMMA

This Berret/Racoupeau design combines performance with ease of sailing and comfort. On deck, control lines are led aft for ease of sail handling.

BENETEAU FIRST 36.7

CAMILLA

BENETEAU FIRST 35s5

KATY

JEANNEAU 349

BEBE

Designed by Marc Lombard and true to the values of the Sun Odyssey line, the 349 is the perfect combination of performance, comfort and safety at sea.

SALONA 33

WINTER

The Salona 33 is the result of an intense collaboration between Salona's own design and engineering team along with external designers, Olympic and professional sailors and interior designers.