July 31, 2023
by Mary Elkins
In October 2021, Modern Sailing bid fair winds and following seas to former Fleet Manager Timan "Timmy" Eatherton and his wife Ari as they headed out the gate to sail south for Mexico.
We at Modern Sailing are saddened by the passing of our member, instructor, and friend Kevin Holden, and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
When you become a Modern Sailing member, you join a thriving and inclusive community of sailors to learn, practice, and enjoy sailing on San Francisco Bay with.
Capt. Steve Matles and students Andrew, Jeff, and Maxine made Modern Sailing history as the crew of Berkeley's first ASA 104 course. In the process, students and instructor got to enjoy a taste of the bareboat lifestyle aboard a fantastic cruising boat!
June 21, 2023
The Crew Corps is a volunteer group of Modern Sailing members who are available to help with crewing on Private Lessons and Checkouts when the student isn't able to bring crew of their own. Volunteers support the development of their fellow members and students while enjoying cost-free time on the water
June 15, 2023
Three members of Modern Sailing, Arne Gelb, Alisa Driscoll and Elizabeth Henderson, were among those who recently participated in the no-prerequisite Advanced First Aid and CPR for Mariners course that was announced in the June 8 club newsletter.
At Modern Sailing, we recognize that a broad range of interest areas exist within the world of sailing, and our two locations in Sausalito and Berkeley strive to provide the widest variety of boats and sailing opportunities available to beginning and experienced sailors in the Bay Area.
We're delighted to share the news that an important step in the Inspire Sailing and Modern Sailing merger process has been accomplished! All Berkeley-based student and member accounts have been imported into Mindbody, Modern Sailing's reservation and customer account management system.
Three Bridge Fiasco race teams encountered mixed conditions on Saturday, ending the day thankfully with more wind than they usually see this time of year.
February 2, 2023
Every winter at Modern Sailing, we take a moment to recognize members who have taken the helm and sailed the extra nautical mile during the previous year. Meet the recipients of our 2022 Top Charterer, Top Student, and Ambassador Awards!
