Meet our Newest Club Sail Skippers 2025
Expanding Our Horizon: Meet the New Faces of Modern Sailing's Club Skipper Program
Got my ASA 101 here, very professional and well run class.
Andaman Seas: A Thailand Sailing Adventure 2026
March 19 - 28, 2026
From Phuket's Tropical Harbors to the Karst Labyrinths of the Andaman Islands
West Indies Sailing Odyssey Highlights 2025
The Caribbean West Indies: St. Lucia and French Martinique is a sailing destination we continue to return for many reasons. The rich and fascinating history, delicious food, incredible hikes, crystal-clear waters, and warm culture make this one of our favorite destinations!
From Bay to Blue: 6 Coastal & Offshore Sailing Adventures to Take This Year
Sailing out the Golden Gate and into open ocean isn’t just a bucket-list dream — it’s an achievable next step.
Zero to 13.6 Knots in Five Years: Fred Bret-Mounet's Baja Awakening aboard Folie à Deux
by Fred Bret-Mounet, owner of Folie à Deux Lagoon 40'
December 10, 2024—13.6 knots! That’s the fastest we’ve ever sailed Folie à Deux, our Lagoon 40. But it came with a lesson: never sail to a timeline. We had to get someone to the La Paz airport, and the price was 40-knot gusts, 8-foot swells, and heavy reefing.
Celebrating Our Modern Heroes: International Marine Service Technician Week at Modern Sailing
This week, April 21 to 25 marks the fourth annual International Marine Service Technician Week, a global recognition spearheaded by the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) to honor the exceptional skills, de
Celebrate Special Occasions on the Water - Experience the Fun We Had at CYC!
Recently, our members enjoyed sailing to the Corinthian Yacht Club, taking advantage of our new pa
Capt. Kira Maixner Coaches the Next Wave of Women's J/105 Race Teams
Captain Kira Maixner brings a wealth of experience to Modern's Wind & Women program, from spearheading its revival at Modern Sailing to navigating thousands of nautical miles across the Atlantic and Pacific. Now she leads the first Level 1 Women's Introduction Race Team format aboard Chinook, J/105 in the CYC Friday night races this Spring. Her expertise, honed in prestigious races like the Rolex Big Boat Series and extensive offshore passages, makes her an invaluable mentor for aspiring female racers.
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Chao Pescao's Chili Midwinter Adventure: From Mid-Fleet to Podium Finish!
Winter 2024 - 2025 Level 2 Race Series:
Team Chao Pescao J/105: SYC Chili Midwinters
Team Mymble J/99: BYC Chowder Races & BYC Midwinters
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Opening Day on the Bay 2026: Guide to the Launch of Sailing Season
We celebrated Opening Day on the Bay Sunday, April 26, 2026
We celebrated the launch of sailing season, San Francisco Bay's Opening Day on the Bay: April 26, 2026. Learn about the 109-year-old tradition, vibrant boat parade details, how to participate, and plan ahead. Don't miss this annual San Francisco's iconic sailing event!
