Sail all season
More seatime. Better sailor.
Club membership is how you go from first lesson to confident skipper. Sail seven days a week, cross-train on different boats, and build the hours certification requires.
How it works
Try before you commit.
Every prospective member starts with the Trial Membership. Sail a few times, meet the captains and crew, and then choose a package that fits your schedule.
- One trial, then customize
The Trial Membership is required before a full season package so we can match you to the right program.
- Priority scheduling
Members schedule months ahead for club sails and bareboating, with access to more sail times.
- Seatime that counts
Every club sail builds toward NauticEd, SLC, and USCG captain requirements.
Weekly memberships
One sail a week.
Pick the number of weeks that fits your summer. Sail once a week; family memberships allow two sails per week so you can bring a guest or sail twice.
| Membership | What's included | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Week | Five 3‑hour sails; max one per week | $500 |
| 10-Week | Ten 3‑hour sails; max one per week | $850 |
| 15-Week | Fifteen 3‑hour sails; max one per week | $1,200 |
| 20-Week | Twenty 3‑hour sails; max one per week | $1,500 |
| 5-Week Family | Ten 3‑hour sails; up to two per week; shareable | $900 |
| 10-Week Family | Twenty 3‑hour sails; up to two per week; shareable | $1,700 |
Weekly memberships are valid for the season purchased. Rates shown are the packages currently published by 3rd Coast; confirm terms at checkout.
Club membership plus
Unlimited sailing, bareboat hours.
The full club experience: unlimited club events, open sails by tier, priority scheduling, off-season training, and monohull or catamaran rental hours. Higher tiers include shareable benefits and free bareboating.
| Tier | Highlights | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Mini | Unlimited club events; 1 open sail/month; 1 monohull rental hour | $1,500 |
| Lighthouse | 2 open sails/month (Mon–Fri); 3 monohull rental hours | $1,700 |
| Explorer's | 1 open sail/week, no restrictions; 18 monohull rental hours | $2,700 |
| Commander's | Shareable for 2; 2 open sails/week; 48 monohull hours; 3 catamaran hours | $3,400 |
| Captain's | Shareable for 2; 2 open sails/week; 100 monohull hours; 6 catamaran hours | $5,000 |
| Admiral's | Shareable for 2; unlimited monohull hours; 24 catamaran hours; free monohull bareboating | $7,500 |
| Captain's Apprenticeship | 3-year unlimited program; 288 monohull hours; 18 catamaran hours; 4th year free | $18,000 |
Club Membership Plus packages include bareboat rental hours. A trial membership is required first. Bareboat agreements and cancellation terms apply — see policies.
Commander's Club
The couples' favorite
- Shareable for two people
- 2 open sails per week
- 48 monohull + 3 catamaran hours
- Discounted bareboating
Admiral's Club
The unlimited option
- Shareable for two people
- Unlimited monohull rental hours
- 24 catamaran rental hours
- Free monohull bareboating
Apprenticeship
For future captains
- Three-year unlimited program
- 288 monohull + 18 catamaran hours
- Built for USCG license or SLC
- Fourth year free
Member benefits
What comes with the club.
Priority scheduling
Book months ahead for club sails and bareboating. Members see more times and dates.
Cross-training
Sail monohulls and the 38' Lagoon catamaran in a range of wind and lake conditions.
Certification track
Build the seatime and practical skills for NauticEd, SLC, and USCG captain requirements.
A real crew
Specialty training, club events, and people who will be your crew for years.
Bareboat access
Rental hours are included at higher tiers, with discounted bareboating at every level.
Off-season training
Free winter training on systems, troubleshooting, and advanced boat handling.
Fine print
Membership questions.
Can I share a membership?
Several tiers are shareable: Commander's, Captain's, and Admiral's Club memberships, the 5- and 10-week family memberships, and Mate memberships. Each sailor still needs a unique account and email.
Does a membership include bareboating?
Club Membership Plus packages include monohull rental hours, and some include catamaran hours. The Admiral's Club includes unlimited monohull bareboating. See the package table above and read the bareboat agreement before booking.
Can I cancel or downgrade?
Club memberships cannot be canceled or downgraded once the season starts. Permanent cancellation is subject to a $100 charge plus $150 per sail used. There are no rollovers; memberships are use-it-or-lose-it for the season. Full terms are in the cancellation policy.
Do I have to start with the Trial Membership?
Yes. Because there are many membership options and most members stay for years, 3rd Coast asks every prospective member to start with the trial so both sides can make sure it is a good fit.
How do I schedule?
After purchase, register every sailor, then use Request to Sail (RTS) or book an open sail. RTS is a waitlist, not a guaranteed spot. Full steps are on Plan Your Visit.
The best seatime is the kind you keep showing up for
Find your crew this season.
Not sure which package fits? Tell us how often you want to sail and we will recommend one.