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How Much Do Yacht Club Memberships Cost? (5 Helpful Examples)

Joining a yacht club is an important milestone in your life. It marks a certain degree of success and allows you to enjoy plenty of luxurious amenities. Setting sail on a yacht is the ultimate way to unwind from a hectic work week while you try to climb the corporate ladder.

Fortunately, there are yacht clubs all over the country that would love to welcome you as a brand-new member. You can enjoy an afternoon on the water with a beautiful yacht in exchange for a small sum of money.

But how much do Yacht Club memberships generally cost?

Prices for Yacht Clubs will vary based on your location, the fleet, and even the amenities that are offered at the marina. The average annual membership price is between $900-$4,000 depending on your level of luxury and needs.

To give you an idea of what you could expect to pay for your yacht club membership, here are some numbers gathered from across the country:

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What Does Each Yacht Club Offer?

Each yacht club is going to offer something that sets it apart from the others on this listing. To give you a better idea of where your money is going, here is a brief synopsis of what you can expect at each location.

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Charleston Yacht Club

Charleston is a premier cruising destination with plenty of waterways for you to explore. They offer a launch hoist, dry slips, day dockage, free parking, and a long list of events scheduled throughout the year.

You also gain privileges at other yacht clubs around the world. If you don’t own your own yacht, they have plenty of members who often have room on their boats to accommodate a few extra passengers.

Florida Yacht Club

The Florida Yacht Club is a relatively exclusive club that features amazing amenities like fine dining and an array of aquatic activities.

You can play tennis, enjoy a spa treatment or massage, or get in a rousing game of croquet from the shore. They also host events and permit you to extend your privileges to other locations scattered around the Florida coast.

Atlanta Yacht Club

The Atlanta Yacht Club is primarily geared toward sailors who are interested in racing. They have a fleet of more than thirty different boats that are designed to help you further your knowledge of sailing.

If you still have a lot to learn, you can even take classes at this location. Prospective members must be sponsored and co-sponsored by two club members for entrance.

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Chicago Yacht Club

Members of the Chicago Yacht Club will find plenty of opportunities to get involved. With more than forty different committees, you can find a circle of friends that have common interests beyond just sailing and racing.

You also receive transient docking at both the Belmont and Monroe harbors, exclusive invites to private events, and reciprocity at more than 900 clubs across the country.

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California Yacht Club

The California Yacht Club is home to both national and world championship regattas.

They host plenty of events from scuba club to book club to wine tastings. If you want to find a true community of like-minded sailors, this could be the place for you.

One of the best features is the reciprocity at locations not just across the United States but across the world. You can feel free to travel the world with your yacht and experience some of the same fellowship globally.

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What are the Cheapest Yacht Clubs?

The cheapest yacht clubs charge just under $1,000 per year for membership. While this does give you access to different types of experiences, you may be disappointed by the overall amenities.

Some yacht clubs are known for their extravagant country club styles that help you to embrace a particular lifestyle. They include Olympic-sized swimming pools, state-of-the-art tennis courts, and fine dining.

Everything has a beautiful waterfront view. It can feel like you are in the middle of an idyllic paradise without ever even having to leave the shore. If this is what you can gain from the most expensive yacht clubs, you should set your expectations much lower for the cheaper yacht clubs.

The cheaper yacht clubs lack the community aspect of these exclusive options. They feature dry slips and the occasional party, but not much more.

Some of them may have the feel of a county park with some picnic benches, outdoor grills, and a moderately sized swimming pool. Expect a much more casual atmosphere when you choose to go with a cheaper yacht club.

It is even possible that they are simply “paper yacht clubs” that do not even maintain a physical building of their own.

How Much Do the Most Expensive Yacht Clubs Cost to Join?

The most expensive yacht clubs can vary a great deal in price. Most of them will cost between $3,000 and $4,000 per year. However, you can certainly find more exclusive clubs that will cost above and beyond this.

Keep in mind that these more expensive clubs generally are not open to the public. They are offered by invitation only and you must have a member sponsor you to be considered for entrance.

When you are paying for a more expensive yacht club, you should make sure that you are really going to get your money’s worth. These expensive clubs promote a certain type of elegant lifestyle.

Make sure that you are planning to take advantage of all the amenities available from one of these clubs before you sink too much money into the membership fees. The social aspect of these expensive yacht clubs is extremely important.

If you plan to simply rent a boat from time to time, you might be able to go with a cheaper yacht club.

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What Is Generally Included in the Membership Fee for Yacht Clubs?

Have you been wondering why you should join a yacht club? Many potential members want to know what they can expect from their membership fees before they commit to a year-long contract. There are many advantages to signing up for a membership with a well-known yacht club.

Amenities and Activities

First and foremost, you get access to activities and cruises planned by board members. These might be various sailing activities, dinners, get-togethers, tennis matches, or other events that take up a lazy Sunday afternoon.

You also gain access to any amenities that surround the yacht club’s marina. For many programs, this means a fitness center, pool, and tennis courts. Several locations also offer fine dining, meeting rooms, and more.

It is like a private oasis where you can get away from the hustle and bustle of the regular world. Time moves slowly when you’re enjoying the amenities here.

Many yacht clubs have programs that introduce children (and adults!) to sailing. Take classes to learn more about improving your technique, sailing safety, and other important aspects of life on the open water.

Access to the Fleet

The main reason why most people join yacht clubs is to be able to rent out boats instead of purchasing their own. Joining a yacht club may give you access to an entire fleet of yachts that can be reserved for a day or weeks at a time. Some yacht clubs allow you to rent boats for up to ten days at a time.

Others do not allow you to rent out ships. They are primarily geared toward individuals who already own a yacht or will own a yacht in the future. Make sure you know the difference in advance.

Are There any Additional Costs Besides the Membership Fees?

Unfortunately, the membership fees are not the only cost associated with joining a yacht club. Most of the clubs in the United States also have a one-time initial fee that tends to cost thousands of dollars. Many will range from $1,500 to $5,000 depending on the location and the exclusivity of the yacht club.

This one-time fee should be the only additional money you pay except for fuel. Most yacht clubs do not cover the cost of the fuel used in the ship during your rental if renting is an option. Be prepared for what this could cost you.

If you cause damage to the ship, you can also expect some out-of-pocket costs. Insurance should cover the damage, but you will likely be asked to cover the cost of the deductible.

Be sure to inquire about how much you may be on the hook for before you sign up for any particular yacht club. Accidents can happen, even to the most experienced sailors. Make sure that you can afford the mishap in advance.

Is a Yacht Club Membership Right for You?

Understanding what the real cost of a yacht club membership is can be the first step toward determining if this is right for you. Many people love the luxuries available through the more expensive yacht clubs, but they may not be able to afford it. Consider what is most important in a club to you before deciding to sign on the dotted line for an annual membership.

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I have eaten at the CYC innumerable times dating back 40+ years. I'll start by acknowledging my privilege is being raised by a family that can afford such a club membership and the ability to eat out. That being said, I compare today's lunch experience to that I might get at a nicer sit-down restaurant. We had our choice of tables out on the patio which were well-frequented on a beautiful day like today. Sunny and warm but not too hot. Umbrellas over the table providing the necessary shade. Being a member, my mom was greeted warmly by staff she knew quite well. We were handed nice menus which offered several decent salads - something that makes my stomach smile. I quickly landed on what I wanted. In theory I was "buying" for belated Mother's Day - but it would go on Mom's bill. I checked out the prices for the salads and they seemed OK - but then again, none included a protein. If I wanted a protein, add $6-7 more dollars to the $14 salad charge. They did offer 1/2 sizes so I expected a large, non-protein salad when I ordered. Mom got a sandwich which came with a side. She ordered fruit but later added fries when she smelled the order brought out to the table near us. I had a Diet Coke and we both drank water. I quickly emptied my soda - and it was NEVER refilled. Big strike in my book. Thinking back, our waters were also never revisited. Oversight or is that just the rule - 1 fill unless you ask for another? Don't know. We were there for an early lunch and were in no rush. Looking back, the food took a reasonable amount of time to come out. Mom's sandwich was "small" but "very good." Most of the fruit cup was melon which she does not eat. So I did. That left 2 grapes and 2 pieces of pineapple for her. She said the fries were very good, too. My salad was fair to smaller size when compared to what I had imagined. It was good tasting but not that filling. I am definitely glad I didn't get the smaller order as that would have been tiny. We finished eating at our leisure and continued to chat. At no time was there a need for us to hurry and there always open tables available. The atmosphere was light and friendly - very casual as I saw people eating after church like we were but also dressed in shorts and t's. Mom comes here often and I was more than happy to join her as it was her pick for her day. I doubt I would revisit a place like this if it were a public restaurant. But back to where I started, I'm just grateful that I have the opportunity to eat here and with my mom.

My family has belonged to the CYC as long as I can remember. I've eaten here more times than I could ever count. I even had my wedding reception here. However, I never thought to give a YELP review before now. I ate dinner there last night with my parents (who actually are the members). We had a reservation for 6:30 but arrived early as we were hungry. We ate on the patio which is casual - which is good as I was in town visiting and didn't bring anything nicer than tennis shoes, t-shirt and shorts. The view from the patio is beautiful - looking out over the boats, harbor and lake. The weather was perfect. Multiple activities are often going on. Last night a wedding party was being held in another area of the clubhouse. The menu is always excellent - a variety of selections and always very good. Being a salad person, I was impressed to see many to pick from. I narrowed it down to 2 - and went with what was similar to a wedge salad. It had a thick slice of iceberg lettuce and included heirloom cherry tomatoes halves, crumbled bleu, applewood bacon chunks, egg and I asked for grilled chicken too. It came with a ranch dressing on the side by request - but I didn't need it at all. The flavors of the salad fixings carried the meal fine by themselves. My dad ordered the salmon, mom got a perch sandwich. But were excellent I'm told. The staff at the CYC is just amazing. They have to be to cater to the clientele that belong to the club. They are incredibly accommodating and so very sweet as the many members get up in years and become even more demanding and ornery. I so appreciate their treatment of the patrons and thank them with all my heart. SO - I will definitely be eating here again. And I look forward to it.

Enjoyable lunch on the deck Service was really good ....nice team, very focused Great Greek salad

Tucked into a protected cove on the southern coast of Lake Erie, you will find this throwback from summer days of yesteryear. You can totally imagine yourself on the outdoor deck of the club 30, 40, even 50 years ago. This historic club is quaint if not slightly weather worn. The grounds are surrounded by high cliffs and tall trees. The staff is friendly and the drinks are stiff. Sunset overlooking the lake is a sight to be seen. I love that during the summer the sailing camps are filled with young kids criss-crossing the narrow channel. You certainly need to have years of experience to navigate your boats from the docks out to the lake. Not for the novice or tipsy driver as there are potential challenges at every turn. You have a mix of pampered privileged teeny boppers and silver haired early birds congregating in the clubhouse in the early evening. I imagine it's more of a family affair during the day by the pool. Slightly posh and yet not too stuffy. I still however, feel compelled to behave as though my nana is present at all times. Such is the experience at most yachting establishments. Inappropriate behavior is certain to be frowned upon. The hot popcorn machine is a big hit with all the afternoon revelers. I myself can't get beyond the idea of too many unwashed hands in the mix. wah wah Being such a lovely club it's sad to admit that the restrooms are in need of a facelift. Overall, my friends and I enjoyed our time on Lake Erie, ate way too much fresh fish, and will certainly be back for more next summer.

Nice yacht club pool. Clean and safe and adequate poolside service. Bathrooms aren't serviced enough as they are often without toilet paper.

First off, Security too tight. I understand that the Yacht Club is private but, I told the tall fat security guard that I was a guest of a friend that was a member. Long story short my friend came to talk to the guard and I got in. Second, children around the Yacht Club are too wild. Walking around the boats I ran into a group of young adults that were very rude. All in all my experience at the yacht club was sub par at best.

Great staff, family friendly atmosphere and focus. This is the place to be for families with small children looking to get into boating and sailing.

Not sure what to expect when I got here. Food and service was great! I wish I could go back but I am not a member.

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5 Best Boating Clubs in Greater Cleveland

When you want to take a break from your daily routine, there’s nothing like a day on the water with family and friends. The Cleveland area boasts excellent yacht clubs for just those times. Find out more about Cleveland’s best boating clubs and find your happy place with excellent dining , family events, professional services, and more!

What Are the Best Boating Clubs in Greater Cleveland?

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The Cleveland Yachting Club, nestled in Rocky River, Ohio, is a prestigious yacht club renowned for its long-standing history since 1878. The Cleveland Yachting Club combines maritime elegance, exceptional dining, and a vibrant boating community in perfect harmony.

The club offers a diverse range of culinary experiences. Whether you prefer the refined ambiance of the dining room or the relaxed atmosphere of the outdoor patio, the skilled chefs tantalize your taste buds with delectable seafood and steaks while offering stunning views of Lake Erie.

The Cleveland Yachting Club caters to the preferences of avid sailors, powerboaters, and those who appreciate the waterfront lifestyle. Members can enjoy the convenience of dockside amenities and rely on the professional staff for a seamless boating experience.

2. Edgewater Yacht Club

Edgewater Yacht Club, dating back to 1914, is a premier sailing destination located on picturesque Edgewater Park in Cleveland. The club offers a well-maintained marina, state-of-the-art facilities, and a vibrant boating community.

Members gain exclusive access to the club's modern dock facilities, accommodating both sailboats and powerboats. The well-maintained docks provide easy access to the sparkling waters of Lake Erie, ideal for leisurely cruises or thrilling sailing races.

Dining at the club has a range of options to satisfy every palate. Enjoy a casual meal on the waterfront patio or indulge in fine dining with panoramic views of Lake Erie from the fine dining room.

The pool, the waterfront picnic pavilion, children's playground, and scenic views provide additional opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment. The club also offers junior sail programs, private, and small group lessons. Edgewater Yacht Club's dedication to boating excellence, sense of community, and beautiful location make it an unparalleled destination for sailing enthusiasts in Cleveland.

3.  Lakeside Yacht Club

With a proud tradition dating back to 1935, the Lakeside Yacht Club is a jewel in the greater Cleveland area. On the shores of Lake Erie, this private club exudes exclusivity and tranquility. The club features 280 slips, a 10-ton hoist, and full-time professional maintenance staff to cater to every boating need. Their dockside amenities are second to none, offering electric, water, and Wi-Fi services to ensure a comfortable and convenient stay.

A focal point of the Lakeside Yacht Club is its remarkable dining experience. The clubhouse restaurant presents a stunning view of the downtown Cleveland skyline while serving up sumptuous cuisine that effortlessly merges tradition and innovation. Members can indulge in seasonally crafted menus that cater to a variety of preferences.

Furthermore, the club hosts a range of exciting events throughout the year. These include club races, themed parties, and holiday celebrations, all designed to foster camaraderie among the members. The club's commitment to offering a superior boating and social experience has solidified its reputation as one of Cleveland's best.

4. Mentor Harbor Yachting Club

Mentor Harbor Yachting Club, founded in 1928, is a prestigious sailing destination on the shores of Lake Erie. Mentor Harbor Yachting Club features a protected harbor, 170 floating docks, jet-ski docks, a full-service gas and diesel dock, shower facilities, haul-out services, and off-season storage. Emphasizing the thrill of racing, the club hosts competitive regattas and provides comprehensive sailing instruction for all age groups. 

Members can unwind in the clubhouse, which provides refined dining, a comfortable lounge area, and fantastic views of the lake. Mentor Harbor Yachting Club prides itself on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for members of varying skill levels.

The club's Crow's Nest Sailing Program is specially designed to introduce children to the joy of boating and instill lifelong water safety skills. Summer days are filled with outdoor activities on Lake Erie, including sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, power boating, and enjoying the club's beaches, pool, clubhouse, and grounds. 

The Opti Race Team and Advanced Race Team offers various opportunities for more competitive sailors. The club's offerings extend beyond sailing, with amenities like a full bar and restaurant, pool deck bar and patio, an active social calendar, catering and banquet services, private beach, adult wading pool, pickleball courts, a playground, and skeet shooting.

5.  Shoreby Club

The Shoreby Club is an elegant oasis in Bratenahl, a suburb of Cleveland. Overlooking Lake Erie, this prestigious private club offers first-rate dockside amenities including 80 slips, professional maintenance, fueling services, and 24-hour security, making it an ideal club for any boater. The club also provides access to a heated swimming pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center, enhancing the membership experience.

At the heart of the Shoreby Club is its distinct dining experience. The club's restaurants offer innovative menus crafted by renowned chefs, paired with an exquisite wine list. From casual dining at the Pool Grille to fine dining at the Harbor Room, every meal is an event in itself.

Shoreby Club's luxurious clubhouse is not just a place to dine, but also a hub of social activity. It hosts a variety of events such as wine tastings, guest lectures, cooking demonstrations, and festive celebrations. Members also enjoy reciprocal privileges at other clubs across the country and abroad. The elegance, charm, and world-class amenities of the Shoreby Club make it one of the top boating clubs in the greater Cleveland area.

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BOATING (RECREATIONAL)

BOATING (RECREATIONAL). Recreational boating, more specifically yachting, became an organized sport in Cleveland in 1878 when GEO. GARDNER founded the Cleveland Yachting Assn., subsequently known as the CLEVELAND YACHT CLUB . Gardner, later elected mayor of Cleveland, is often referred to as the "Father of Yachting"' in Cleveland. In the summer of 1884, Gardner and other members of the Cleveland Yacht Club, at the invitation of Henry Gerlach, sailed to Put-in-Bay aboard Gerlach's sloop, Lulu. There were other yacht clubs on Lake Erie, and it was Gardner's idea that Put-in-Bay would be a perfect site for a major regatta involving the other clubs on the lake. On 17 Jan. 1885, he called a meeting in Cleveland to form an association of clubs, and from this meeting the Inter-Lake Yachting Assn. was born. The purpose of I-LYA was to foster camaraderie among Great Lakes yachtsmen and to adopt rules of measurement and handicaps to allow a variety of boats to compete in the regattas. The first official regatta was in Aug. 1894, at Put-in-Bay. It became the major regatta of I-LYA, and in the 1990s, known as "Bay Week," it extended through the first week of August.

Sailing yachts were not the only vessels used in the early days of racing competition. Naphtha-powered launches and steam-powered yachts competed in 1896. As more clubs, more types of boats, and 3 Great Lakes became involved, as well as some Canadian clubs, the creation of a continental governing body became necessary. Ernest W. Radder of the Cleveland Yacht Club chaired a committee that initially represented 109 yacht clubs and established the North American Racing Union, which evolved into the U.S. Yacht Racing Union. The complexity of current yachting rules springs from this early association. The Cleveland Yacht Club initiated a major race in 1901, named for its founder, Geo. Gardner. The Gardner Bowl was run on the 4th of July. In 1904 the first powerboat races were held on Lake Erie, and in 1908 the world record for speed on water was established at 28 mph. News of this event was relayed by carrier pigeons to eagerly awaiting enthusiasts in Cleveland, Sandusky, and Toledo. In 1914 another prominent Clevelander, ALEXANDER WINTON , had his name attached to the Winton Cup race. The longest race established by the CYC was the F. W. Roberts Memorial Trophy, a 180 mi. roundtrip between Rocky River and Port Stanley, Ontario. The most popular Cleveland-area regatta has been the Mentor Harbor Yacht Club's Falcon Cup, a 34 mi. race from Rocky River to Mentor. Established in 1938 by Richard Bostwick, it is run in cooperation with the Cleveland Yacht Club.

Two types of boaters emerged in the post-World War II era: powerboaters and sailors. With the development of the outboard motor and mass-production technology, powerboats became the foundation of the boating industry by a margin of 10:1. Those new to boating chose power over sail for a variety of reasons. The powerboat appeared to be an extension of the automobile, and the perception of simplicity of operation, as well as speed, versatility, and lower cost, combined to make the powerboat attractive to a wide variety of consumers. Sailing, on the other hand, had an elitist image and was perceived as complex, expensive, and restrictive. An important adjunct to recreational boating is sport fishing, which flourished in the postwar period. Sport fishing was organized by the Lake Erie Sport Fishermen, who in the early 1970s stopped the commercial harvest of walleye pike, and banned gill nets from Ohio waters. Sport fishing in the central basin of Lake Erie dramatically improved from its bleak days of the 1950s, when many had proclaimed the lake "dead." Through the efforts of the Ohio Sea Grant program, operating as a cooperative extension service of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, based at Ohio State Univ., the first artificial reefs were constructed offshore from Lakewood and Edgewater parks (see also FISHING INDUSTRY ).

With the introduction of mass-market boating, legal, political, and insurance-related issues began to surface. In 1946 the Greater Cleveland Boating Assn. was established by Commodore W. Weir of the Forest City Yacht Club to "pressure city, state, and federal governments" to advance water recreation. Safe operation of boats is the major goal of the association, and it also serves as an effective lobby for its 30 affiliated clubs and 50,000 individual boat owners. In this context, the GCBA was instrumental in repealing the state property tax on boats and further achieved the inclusion of a .005% gasoline tax to be channeled to the state's Waterway & Safety Fund, for the construction and maintenance of boating facilities. Since the majority of boaters in the Cleveland area trailer their craft, launch ramps and parking lots have been a major concern of the organization. In 1952 40,000 signatures were gathered and presented to Mayor Anthony Celebrezze seeking small-boat launching facilities for the Cleveland area. The mayor created the Dept. of Port Control, naming Wm. Rogers as the first director. The city established 5 public access ramp areas at Wildwood Park, GORDON PARK , E. 55th St., EDGEWATER PARK , and Donald Gray Gardens, of which the first 4 remained in existence in 1993. In 1956 the Lake Erie Marine Trades Assn. was established in Cleveland. The public role of this association has been the organization of various boat shows. However, its 100 members have also been involved in legal, political, promotional, and lobbying activities that affect the boating public.

As more consumers became involved in boating, financial institutions sought registration and titling of boats. In 1960, through the combined efforts of the banking community and LEMTA, the State of Ohio responded by requiring the registration of all watercraft and the establishment of a waterway safety fund. In 1986 there were over 30,000 boats registered in Cuyahoga County. The appearance of private marinas and yacht clubs catered to a segment of the boating public that could afford such facilities. Historically, the yacht club has been associated with old-line monied elites. Social, economic, and vocational stratification were still factors in some of the clubs in the 1990s. The entrance requirements for the Cleveland Yacht Club are illustrative. A prospective member of the CYC must be proposed by a senior member, sponsored by another senior member, and have references from 3 other members. This selection process, plus the payment of a $4,800 initiation fee and monthly dues of $142, qualifies one for membership. Dock space requires additional fees. In 1993 there was a 1-year waiting period for dockage. Until 1986 none of the yacht clubs or their affiliate, the I-LYA, had a woman or black man as a commodore; in that year Mrs. Davida Steinbrink was elected commodore of the Edgewater Yacht Club.

As the number of recreational boaters grew, safe operation became a major issue. The Coast Guard assumed the role of monitoring and responding to boaters in distress. The Boating Safety Div. of the 9th Coast Guard Dist. in Cleveland maintained stations at Cleveland, Marblehead, Ashtabula, Fairport, and Lorain; over 1,200 people were assisted every year by just the Cleveland station. Boating safety regulations grew in response to changing conditions in the industry and attitudes of the public. The USCG is assisted by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary—a civilian volunteer, nonmilitary organization. The auxiliary conducts courtesy marine examinations and safe-boating courses and supports the Coast Guard in rescue and assistance missions. In the 1980s, Cleveland-area boaters were aided by a major renovation of the lakefront and the growth of recreational activity in the FLATS . The "Parade of Lights," organized by LEMTA for the annual Flats Fest, attracts the participation of 60 vessels. Cleveland Race Week, co-hosted in July by the Edgewater and Lakeside Yacht Clubs, bills itself as the largest freshwater sail regatta in the U.S., with 300 sail. The ongoing efforts of Cleveland-area yacht clubs to improve facilities, the revitalization of Lake Erie, and the establishment of the CLEVELAND AIR SHOW and the BUDWEISER CLEVELAND 500 on the lakefront have served to make the "North Coast" into a major water recreational area with broad benefits for area boaters.

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Standard 2024 membership rates.

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• Junior Member Under 35
• Junior Member Under 34
• Junior Member Under 30
• Social Member

Senior Membership

Senior members in good standing shall have the right to use all facilities of the club, and shall be entitled to vote upon all club matters. Senior members also have the right to run for an elected Lakeside Yacht Club office.

Applies to individuals under age 35 with a boat less than 30′

Junior Membership

Junior membership status will be available to qualified individuals under the age of 35 and with a boat, less than 30′.  Junior members in good standing shall have the right to use all social facilities of the club and limited boating and dockage facilities available. Junior members do not have voting privileges.

Applies to individuals under age 34 with a boat less than 30′

Junior membership status will be available to qualified individuals under the age of 34 and with a boat, less than 30′.  Junior members in good standing shall have the right to use all social facilities of the club and limited boating and dockage facilities available. Junior members do not have voting privileges.

Applies to individuals under age 30 with a boat less than 30′

Junior membership status will be available to qualified individuals under the age of 30 and with a boat, less than 30′.  Junior members in good standing shall have the right to use all social facilities of the club and limited boating and dockage facilities available. Junior members do not have voting privileges.

Social Membership

Social members in good standing shall have the right to use all social facilities in the clubhouse. Social members do not have voting privileges and are subject to all fees and assessments as adopted by the membership.

• Over 100 ft
• 64 ft or less

Boats over 100 ft are  $ 77.00 per foot.

• Dockage is calculated by boat LOA or dock length, whichever is larger.
• Electricity Fee is $1.50 per amp
• Electricity Fee is $1.50 per amp plus $100 per air-conditioner

Boats  65 to 99 ft are $ 52.00 per foot.

• The electricity fee is $1.50 per amp
• The electricity fee is $1.50 per amp plus $100 per air-conditioner

Boats  64 ft or less are $ 35.00 per foot.

• The electricity Fee is $1.50 per amp plus $100 per air-conditioner

Optional Services for all Membership Categories except Social

• Travel Lift:  $ 5.00 per linear foot 
• Mast:  $4.00 per linear foot of the boat
• Winter Storage: $ 13.00 per linear foot
• An additional $4 per linear foot of the boat for masts will be assessed for staff assistance

Applications

Inquiries are accepted year round by the membership committee. All prospective members should complete a membership information card and a member of the committee will contact you for an application, interview, and tour of the club facilities. Dockage is billed 50% in November and 50% in February. If joining after February, dockage must be paid in full before the boat enters the lagoon.

A member of the membership committee will be pleased to discuss LYC in greater detail, answer questions, arrange for a tour of the facilities or provide you with a membership application.

Phone: (216) 432-3270 | 4851 N Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH 44114

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• Individual Equity – Entitled to a return on their Initiation Deposit after resignation in accordance with the Shoreby Club Equity Membership Offering.  Entitled to bestow Legacy Non-Equity Membership to adult children & grandchildren at discounted Initiation Deposit.
• Corporate Equity – Every company that has one Equity Membership at full initiation deposit can add up to four additional Corporate Designee Non-Equity Memberships at a reduced initiation. Corporate Memberships can be redesignated to another employee for a nominal transfer fee. Corporate Designee Non-Equity Members are not entitled to vote, hold office or discounted rates.  Corporate Equity and Designee Non-Equity are not able to bestow Legacy Non-Equity Membership or receive a return of Initiation Deposit from the Shoreby Club.

• Permanent Non-Equity – There are no added benefits at the Non-Equity that are not available at other levels. 
• Convertible Non-Equity – Pays a portion of the Individual Equity Membership Initiation Deposit, and then pay the remainder off in 3 years.  Once the 3 years is complete and the full Initiation Deposit has been received, they membership will convert to an Individual Equity Membership and receive all its benefits.
• Legacy Non-Equity – Bestowed by an Individual Equity Member parent or grandparent and allows for a discounted Initiation Deposit.  The discount is based on age, 23-29 years old receive a 100% Discount and 30+ years old receives a 50% Discount.

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2022 I-LYA TS5 Bob Sessions Memorial Cleveland Yachting Club

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Join us for I-LYA Traveler's Series #5 Regatta.

The cleveland yachting club - 3rd open water regatta of the season., saturday, june 25th, $30 per registered sailor - payable at registration/check-in (cash or check), $30 late fee ($60 total) if register after 12 noon day prior to event..

Please see the NOR for more information about the regatta.

#TeamBob! The Bob Sessions Memorial Regatta is happening at Cleveland Yachting Club on Saturday, June 25.

Come down, up, or over to the Rocky River and Sail on the North Shore at one of the most prestigious and historical sailing clubs on Lake Erie - THE CLEVELAND YACHTING CLUB.

Your $30 Entry Fee ($60 for late registration after Friday, June 24 by 12 o'clock noon) includes a continental breakfast and lunch on the water.

We will be Rocking The River after racing with a Hamburger/Hot Dog Buffet( Free to all Jr Racers & $10 per Adult), and FREE Ice Cream Sunday Bar (Sponsored by CYC Sail Fleet & Flagline).

Additional meals and refreshments for non-sailors will be offered during the day (Cash and Reciprocity Preferred for This Regatta)

The pool will be open to participant families!

We have hoists on the island to accommodate boats up to 2 tons (bring your own strap).The Metro Parks has a ramp approximately 1/4 mile away if needed. 

Please contact Mike FitzGibbon, Waterfront Manager, with any questions at [email protected].

ALSO!! Please feel free to bring your trailers from the Edgewater TS on Wednesday, June 22 to CYC for the Saturday regatta instead of taking them all the way back home.  Contact Mike FitzGibbon - 440-336-1641 if you intend to do so.

CYC Is Keeping It Green!!!!! Recycle, Reduce & Reuse!!!!

$30 per sailor - Payable at Registration/Check-In

Click the link above to register.

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We look forward to welcoming you to our club!

You can apply for both Full Membership of the club or a Sailpass Temporary membership by clicking the links at the bottom of this page.

Full Membership Application Forms can also be downloaded below and either handed in at the club, or scanned and emailed to [email protected].

When you join Cleveland Yacht Club, part of your membership fee goes towards the club's affiliation with Australian Sailing (AS) which provides personal liability insurance.

Please note: All boats participating in sailing MUST HAVE INSURANCE (including a minimum $5m public liability and racing cover to participate in races).

MEMBERSHIP TYPES:

MEMBERSHIP RIGHTS:

Adult Members  are at least 19 years old as of 1st July before the start of the season and shall have full voting rights at all meetings of the Association subject to the relevant provisions of the Cleveland Yacht Club constitution

Honorary Life Members , as declared under the Constitution are entitled to all the privileges of the Association without payment of any subcription (other than any relevant Australian Sailing Membership fees if required) and have the same voting rights as an Adult Member

Adult Student Members  are at least 19 years old as of 1st July before the start of the season and are full-time students at a school, college or university.  Such members have the same privileges and responsibilities as Adult Members

Junior Members are under 19 years old on 30th June before the start of the season and shall be entitled to all privileges of the Association except voting at meetings, nomination of candidates for any office, or holding any other office other than as designated representatives of the Management Committee

Paddler Members are prodominately non-sailing members that paddle craft including surfskis

Volunteer and Sailpass Members do not have any club voting rights or obligations

Associate / Social Memberships  Please contact the club if you are considering applying for one of these non-sailing memberships.

MEMBER OBLIGATIONS:

Members are reminded that Cleveland Yacht Club relies on the commitment of members (and volunteers) to participate in race day duties as per club calendar, ramp cleaning, lawn mowing, working bees and canteen. In addition, the club has a Code of Conduct by which the members are expected to abide. A six-month probationary period applies to new members from date of payment, failure to abide by the CYC Code of Conduct and/or CYC Constitution will result in withdrawal of membership rights.

APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIP:

If you have been a member of our club (or any Australian Sailing Affiliated club) across Australia in the past few years, your details (including Australian Sailing Number) should be in our system. If you don't know your Australian Sailing Number, you can look it up here: AS Number Finder .

Please use " New Member " if you do NOT already have an Australian Sailing Number.

Please use " Returning Member " if you HAVE an Australian Sailing Number.

This process is the same irrespective of whether you are taking a full or tempoary membership.

Please note: For Family Membership, please complete your first membership as "MEMBER Family", then repeat this process for each family member selecting "Additional Family Member Adult/Child".

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Smooth sailing: Freedom Boat Club allows the joys of owning a boat, without the hassle

Summer has arrived and it is easy to imagine cruising around Lake Erie on a sunny day. The wind sweeps through your hair as the hull of your boat slices effortlessly through the waves. Your family and friends are all with you, smiling and laughing, anticipating the fun that lies ahead.

Now, imagine being able to do this any time you want with anyone you want, without any of the responsibilities that come with owning a boat. If this sounds like something that interests you, look no further than Freedom Boat Club Lake Erie .

There are three locations in Northeast Ohio—one at Channel Park Marina, one at Emerald Necklace Marina in Lakewood, and one at Mentor Harbor Yachting Club in Mentor.

All three are experiencing unprecedented expansion. In 2021 membership drastically increased in over its initial opening in 2019, says to Chris Christen, director of operations for Freedom Boat Club Lake Erie, “We're blowing up,” he says. “We're over 350 members now [in Cleveland], so we've doubled.”

With a one-time initiation fee followed by monthly dues, members get unlimited access to any of the boats at their individual membership location. At the Cleveland clubs, members get access to a total of 18 boats that are built for all types of watersports.

The clubs has center console boats that are built for fishing, bowriders built for tubing and waterskiing, and pontoons for larger parties. Christen notes that the versatility of their fleet gives members more options for aquatic activities than boat ownership.

“One benefit of Freedom Boat Club is that it’s for people who have a lot of different demands on their boating lifestyle,” Christen says. “Lets say dad and mom liked to go fishing, right? And then on the weekends, the kids, they don't want to go fishing. They want to go tubing. So we'll have a center console where they can go out and go fishing, and we have bowriders for tubing.”

The membership fees are surprisingly low compared to the costs of purchasing and maintaining a boat, argues Christen. Initiation costs are between $4,000 and $9,000, depending on the location, and monthly costs range from $300 to $370 per month, depending on the type of membership.

Members have the option of choosing a slightly cheaper, Monday-through-Friday plan or a plan that covers seven days a week of boating.

Additionally, members can transfer to another location at any time. In fact, transferring a membership to another location can be easier and more cost effective than moving locations while owning a boat, as Christen explains.  

“That's a really nice part about it—with Freedom Boat Club, you just pay $500 to transfer your membership, and you're boating again with boats compliant to that area,” he explains. “In that same situation, say you bought a boat for Lake Erie, and you're going to live down near the Florida Keys. Well, that [Lake Erie] boat is not going to work down there. Maybe it doesn't have systems compliant with salt water. So, then you’ve got to sell that boat. You might break even, but in this economy you never know.”

All members are required to take a written and on-the-water safety training course. The course length varies depending on the experience of the boater, but regardless all members have access to unlimited one-on-one training with certified captains.

“We go over all the safety sequences, everything that they need to know when they're out there on the water to make sure that they are confident when they get on the boat,” explains Christen. “We have U.S. Coast Guard-certified captains while they go out—we do not cut corners on boats, and we do not cut corners on safety.”

Christen says he takes pride in knowing that throughout these unprecedented times, Freedom gives members the opportunity to have fun in a safe, stress-free environment.

“Its just a warming feeling to know that I'm able to impact families and really get something going out there, especially right now with the current times and all the stuff going on in the world,” he says. “Boating is a great way to get out there and just get away from it all.”

For those who are interested in Freedom Boat Club’s membership options, you can find the link to the website here or visit any of their locations for more information.

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From the moment campers set foot on the island, they will be inspired to learn about boating and all that it has to offer.  They will look forward to a day that is fun, instructional, organized, and purposeful in developing boating skills, awareness, respect, confidence, and enjoyment.  Their day will be spent on the water, in the pool, and on the island with structured activities that meet the goals of the camp.  Their day will be full of camaraderie and individual accomplishment.  At the end of each day, they will leave the island reluctantly and tired, knowing that each is a better boater for the day just spent.  As campers age out of camp, their camp experience will manifest itself in a continued desire to be on and around the water. For More Information, Please Contact: Waterfront Director, Nogay Dokmeci 440-799-4881 [email protected] Sail Camp Committee Chair, P/C Mike FitzGibbon [email protected]  

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