Become a Member
Annual memberships to SBCSA are designed to help our sailors grow confidence in their abilities and build community with others. Members receive access to our sailing vessels with increasing levels of access and independence as they spend more time on the water.
Memberships run from January 1 to December 31
If you join following August 15, the following year’s membership is included
Membership Fees
Student - $75
Adult - $150.00
Family - $250.00
Student + Volunteer - $50 + 10 volunteer hours with SBCSA
Membership Benefits
Open SailingMembers and students who have completed half of their class may sail the training boats during Open Sailing hours.
Open Sailing is a great way to practice the skills learned in a class or enjoy a relaxing, evening sail on the river. With no additional cost for members and students, Open Sailing is an affordable way to enjoy the water.
Keelboat Open Sailing sessions help members transition from sailing training boats in the river to sailing a larger boat on the Saginaw Bay. Members must schedule a qualification sail prior to their first Keelboat Open Sail.
Keelboat Open Sailing takes place on Thursday evenings from 6p – 9p, weather permitting. The sail begins at 6p sharp and departs from the boat’s designated slip at Bay City Yacht Club.
SBCSA members with previous sailing experience or who have gained enough experience during lessons and Open Sailing can register for independent sailing sessions following a practical sailing test.
SBCSA keeps a Capri 22 near the mouth of the Saginaw River. This keelboat boat can be used by qualified members at any time: availability and weather conditions permitting.