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Congratulations, new skipper! You've proven that you have what it takes to safely sail on San Francisco Bay. Besides your sailing skills, what else will you need to know to ensure your first...

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Photos from ASA 105 in classroom or combined with ASA 106 advanced coastal cruising

We have two ways to achieve your advanced sailing goals. Read the description to find out which course options will best suit your needs.

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Nirvana sailboat in the Three Bridge Regatta_by Kira Maixner

The iconic Three Bridge Fiasco is here, bringing thrill (and sometimes the doldrums), and strategy to San Francisco Bay this weekend! Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a curious spectator, we're here to help you make the most of the event, from onshore or aboard a chartered vessel.

Saturday, January 25 (Race Day)

Winter sailing on San Francisco Bay presents its own unique set of challenges and rewards, and this weekend is no exception.  Sailors can...

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Seychelles Islands - discover a hidden gem in the Indian Ocean.

Modern Sailing is thrilled to announce our inaugural flotilla to the Seychelles Islands, a...

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Sail to Angel Island and Explore

Revised: 01/15/2025

Angel Island State Park is the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay and is an attractive destination for bay boaters. Ayala Cove, accessible within Racoon Straight on the north side of...

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Moisture topside on deck of a sailboat heading into the sunrise at Modern Sailing Berkeley by Jayson Fennimore

A Guide to Using Heaters and Dehumidifiers on Charter Boats

Keeping your sailboat warm, dry, and comfortable is essential for an enjoyable winter charter. The Modern Sailing fleet maintenance team equips each vessel with...

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by Mary Elkins, Former Digital Marketing Lead (Retired)

The Modern Sailing community mourns the passing of our Chief Operations Officer, School...

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A Night of Festive Fun with Our Members and Guests at the 38th Annual Winterfest event

This year, Modern Sailing made a spectacular appearance at the 38th Annual Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade, bringing our Club Sail members and...

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photo by Chris del Gandio_Sailing Helix, Beneteau 30.1 from MSC Sausalito to Angel island

Stretch your sea legs across the Bay. Modern Sailing offers the ultimate key to unlocking two distinct sailing fleets and destinations – Sausalito and Berkeley. Each location boasts its unique...

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Are you going for one or more ASA certifications? Want to know what you can do to maximize your odds of successfully completing your course? What are some of the scenarios that may lead to course...

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You would never guess it, but Modern Sailing Club Skipper and member Aron Solberg's love for sailing only began two years ago. A friend...

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Elizabeth Henderson, a dedicated Modern Sailing member and recipient of our 2023 Top Student award...

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  • Andrew Goble, San Francisco

    It has been wonderful sailing with MSC over the years. Please extend my thanks to the owners, management, and staff for unrequited professionalism and high standards in a charter fleet. I have sailed with several in my years and none nearly hold a candle to the quality of business and staff at Modern Sailing.

  • Trudy Flores

    Captain Jeff Cathers is really cool. I had such a great time on the Farallones Day Trip. It was actually my very best day of 2020. Thank you so much for coordinating the trip.

  • Mike, Santa Rosa, California

    All of the courses and my instructors (JT and Stan) were extremely professional and full of knowledge and experience. I found I was able to learn from their experiences beyond the scope of the courses, and look forward to future opportunities to do so. I would highly recommend Modern Sailing to anyone.

  • Warren Leiden, Member

    I try to get out on the water every week: out the Gate, around Angel, up Raccoon - I love it all. After 18 years as a member of OCSC in Berkeley, I learned to sail the bigger boats at Modern by taking ASA 103 and 104. My ASA 104 instructor Dave Russell was terrific. Also, Captain Bill Moreland has been very generous in giving informal advice whenever I’ve asked him. Thanks to Bill, I no longer have any anxiety about docking!

  • Alisa Driscoll, Dual Site Member

    Here are some snaps of Our Saturday, August 20, 2022 Modern Sailing Expedition with Captain Robert Bivin, who was outstanding. Please convey photos and thanks to him. He is an outstanding individual, leader and sailing instructor. His knowledge and experience made us all feel safe and our Farallones Day Trip educational and just amazing. 

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Sausalito Location
2310 Marinship Way, Sausalito
(415) 331-8250
(800) 995-1668

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