Welcome to UCSC Community Boating Center!
UCSC Community Boating Center is a community-based boating program that connects students and community members with Monterey Bay through sailing and rowing. Our staff and experienced participants share their knowledge of equipment, skill development, and water safety to help others build confidence on the water. At its core, our program is about connection—bringing together people of all experience levels in a supportive environment to learn, grow, and enjoy time on the water.
We offer physical education courses for UCSC students and club memberships for Community Members, which provide access to our fleet during club hours, along with adult and youth classes and community events such as regattas.
Whether you are stepping onto a boat for the first time or building on past experience, we offer programs for all levels, including junior summer camps, adult community classes, and quarterly physical education courses for UCSC students.
Club Hours:
Friday: 4:00-7:00pm *
Saturday: 12:00-7:00pm
Sunday: 12:00-7:00pm
* Daylight Savings only
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Community Class Schedules
Spring Schedule
Our Community Spring Schedule runs three two-week long sessions from April through June and is open to community members ages 17 and older.
Session 1
April 20 - April 30
All classes run for 2 weeks
Session 2
May 4 - May 15
All classes run for 2 weeks
Session 3
June 18 - June 29
All classes run for 2 weeks
Weekday Evening Classes
Monday–Thursday | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Beginning Dinghy
- Advanced Dinghy
- Racing Fundamentals
- Beginner Keelboat
- Intro to Bareboat Cruising
Morning Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Advanced Keelboat
Weekend Classes
Saturdays & Sundays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Powerboat handling
Spring registration opens March 15 at 12:00 AM.
Weekday Evening Classes
Monday–Thursday | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Intermediate Dinghy
- Advanced Dinghy
- Racing Fundamentals
- Intermediate Keelboat
- Intro to Bareboat Cruising
Morning Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Advanced Keelboat
Weekend Classes
Saturdays & Sundays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Powerboat handling
Weekday Evening Classes
Monday–Thursday | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Beginning Dinghy
- Advanced Dinghy
- Racing Fundamentals
- Beginner Keelboat
- Intro to Bareboat Cruising
Morning Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Advanced Keelboat
Weekend Classes
Saturdays & Sundays | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Powerboat handling
Summer Schedule
Our Community Spring Schedule runs three two-week long sessions from June through August and is open to community members ages 17 and older.
PE Spring Schedule
Students at UC Santa Cruz have access to a wide variety of boating courses each quarter. These classes are free and are taken like any other academic course through the student portal. They are mixed-gender, hands-on Physical Education courses that meet once a week for a total of eight on-the-water sessions (weather permitting). Good attendance is strongly recommended to ensure the best learning experience, and successful completion allows students to progress to higher-level courses within the Community Boating Center Sailing Club.
Students begin by learning fundamental skills inside the protected Santa Cruz Harbor before progressing into Monterey Bay for further practice and skill development.
Our PE Spring Schedule runs from March 30 through June 5 and offers weekday sailing courses for a range of experience levels. Classes meet Monday through Friday in two daily sessions, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM and 12:30–3:00 PM, with options in beginner, intermediate, and advanced dinghy sailing, as well as keelboat courses at all levels.
Community Spring Schedule
Our Community Spring Schedule runs in three two-week sessions from April through June and is open to community members ages 17 and older. It offers a variety of sailing and boating classes for all experience levels. Each session includes structured weekday programming in both morning (8:00 AM–12:00 PM) and evening (5:00 PM–7:30 PM) time blocks, with additional weekend courses.
Classes include beginner, intermediate, and advanced dinghy and keelboat sailing, along with specialty offerings such as racing fundamentals, powerboat handling, and introductory cruising. Courses are designed to support progressive skill development, allowing participants to build experience throughout the spring season in a structured, supportive environment on Monterey Bay
Spring registration opens March 15 at 12:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund 31+ days prior to the start of class
50% refund 14–30 days prior to the start of class
No refund within 14 days of the start date
Community Summer Schedule
We offer both Adult Community Courses and Junior Camps during the summer season.
Our Summer Boating Schedule runs from June through August and is divided into six two-week sessions Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays. Classes canceled due to holidays will be made up at a later date. There are multiple daily time blocks designed to accommodate different age groups and experience levels.
Adult Community Courses are open to anyone 17 years and older. Classes include beginner, intermediate, and advanced dinghy and keelboat sailing. Please contact us for the most up-to-date information on availability.
Junior Camps are offered exclusively during the summer June through July for youth ages 8–16. Sailors are grouped by similar age and skill level to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced dinghy classes are available in two-week sessions. Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays. Classes canceled due to holidays will be made up at a later date. Please review all class descriptions carefully before registering, and contact Junior Sailing staff with any placement questions.
Summer registration opens March 15 at 12:00 AM.
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund 31+ days prior to the start of class
50% refund 14–30 days prior to the start of class
No refund within 14 days of the start date
To Register for a Class or Pay Membership Fees
Step 1: Log in or create an account by clicking here.
Step 2: Once logged in, click Boating, then select Boating Programs.
Step 3: Choose the class you would like to enroll in.
Step 4: Follow the prompts to complete your registration and payment.
please note: The Boating Center no longer accepts cash payments on-site
Contact Us
Email:
ucscboat@ucsc.edu
Location:
FF Dock – Santa Cruz Harbor
790 Mariner Park Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Note: Look for the sign that says “UCSC Boating.”
