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Wind & Women Instructors Meet the Sømand Farallon Jacket

Last spring, three of MSC's Wind & Women instructors met up with Sømand, a women's sailing clothing company recently founded by two Bay Area women sailors.

Instructors Laura Parent,...

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Robert Bao - From Small Boat Sailor to Big Boat Charterer

Robert Bao has always enjoyed being out on the water, beginning with kayaks and canoes and progressing to small sailboats. Recently, Robert became qualified to charter boats in Modern Sailing's...

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Member Resources, Sailor Spotlight

Modern Sailors Celebrate Summer Sailstice

June 19 was Summer Sailstice, an annual international celebration of sailing and the summer solstice. At Modern Sailing, we celebrate...

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"Prop Wrap" - It's Easy to Prevent the Costly Consequences of a Fouled Propellor

A dock line dangling in the water can too easily ruin a perfectly good day of sailing - and worse. A fouled propeller often comes with costly consequences. The good news is that "prop wrap" is...

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Private Instruction and Customs Cancellation Policies

Skippered Sails and Private Lessons

CANCELLATION POLICY

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Cancellation Policies at a Glance

Sometimes, life happens and someday, you might need to cancel or reschedule a reservation. The best time to learn about a cancellation policy is at the time you make your reservation - or before...

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May 2021 Recreational Race Team News

With Team Kele capturing first place in their division on May 4 and three MSC boats enjoying some fun and friendly competition in the May 14 CYC race, the spring racing season is off to a...

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News & Events, Racing Program

Charter Boat Icebox and Refrigerator Basics and Best Practices

Premier Tier Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 Firefly_Icebox

Chartering for a full day or more and planning to dine aboard? Learn the basics of keeping your perishable foods chilled aboard and some best practices for marine iceboxes and refrigerators.

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Doing What We Love - fun and friendly competition among MSC Staff

Every spring at Modern Sailing School & Club, we close our doors for half a day to gather for our Operations Staff Annual Kick-Off Meeting, which is always followed by a fun teambuilding event...

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Race Report - April 16, 2021 CYC Friday Night Race

Light to non-existent winds didn't stop Team Kele from enjoying a lovely evening of sailing, practicing, and sharing their mutual love of being on the water.

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News & Events, Racing Program

How to Tie Dock Lines and Fenders

San Francisco Bay's strong winds are a challenge to boats even when they are resting at the dock. Properly tying dock lines and fenders will limit your boat's motion in the slip and help protect...

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Common Sailing Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Sailing is a fun and healthy activity with many benefits for the mind, body, and spirit. Because sailors work with the powerful forces of wind and waves, sailing also happens to come with some...

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Jessica Zittere, Member

The Full Moon Sail with Skipper Bob Gutsgell was Ah-Mayzing!! The group dynamic was lovely and the views spectacular. I can't say enough good things about the experience. Thanks so much for the wonderful Club Sails, they are really great.
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.
John Boynton

The class was terrific. I know you must get many compliments about your sailing instructors...But I must tell you that Robert is outstanding. Having taught SCUBA, I really appreciate the way he is so sensitive to all on board, dealing with each so well, knowing quickly their strengths and weaknesses making each feel special and cared for.
John Kratochvil, Oregon

I would like to compliment Stan Lander for his coaching, counseling and teaching Heavy Weather Offshore Sailing. Stan was very accommodating to all of the student's interests and shared his many years of insight on handling the boat in heavy seas. I would certainly recommend Stan and this course to sheltered waters sailors. My confidence in handling a boat of this size was certainly enhanced by the experience.
Sara Jane G.

I've taken two classes at MSS&C and was very happy with the program. This is also a great club with lots of opportunities for camaraderie and practice on the water. The boats in the fleet are fantastic and kept in tip-top shape. I highly recommend for all sailors and would-be sailors!