Membership
What does a Memberships Offer?
Membership gives you the ability to check out sailboats and rowing shells freely during designated club hours, along with staff-led training, exclusive events, and a community of fellow sailors. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, UCSC Boating welcomes students and non-students alike!
How to Become a Member?
Becoming a UCSC Boating member is easy!
Choose the membership option that fits you, complete the boat checkout process, and get out on the water during club hours.
Students and non-students are welcome!
Membership Fees
Membership Type | Cost |
|---|---|
UCSC Student Quarterly Membership | $55 |
Non-Student Quarterly Membership | $185 |
Non-Student Annual Membership | $575 |
Family Discount | First member full price, additional members 50% off |
Guest Fees
Guest Type | Cost |
|---|---|
Student Guest Fee | $5 |
Non-Student Guest Fee | $10 |
Guest Limit | One visit per month |
Boat Rental Fees
Rental Type | Cost |
|---|---|
Student Hourly Rental (O’Day 34 only) | $20/hr |
Non-Student Hourly Rental (O’Day 34 only) | $30/hr |
Miscellaneous Fees
Fee Type | Cost |
|---|---|
Late Boat Return | $20/hr |
Damaged Equipment | Up to $5,000 |
Lost Equipment | Depreciated replacement cost |
How to Get Started with UCSC Boating
Step 1: Pay Your Membership & Fees
Step 2: Get Approved for Boat Use
Club Hours
Log in or create an account by clicking here.
Once logged in, click on Boating and select one of the following:
- Boating Memberships
- Boating Fees
- Boating Programs
Follow the prompts to complete your payment.
Please note: The Boating Center no longer accepts cash payments on-site.
Members may access sailboats and rowing shells during designated Club hours after completing a staff-led boat checkout.
The UCSC Community Boating Center uses a checkout level system to match sailors with appropriate boats and sailing conditions based on their experience and demonstrated skills.
Each level sets guidelines for sailing areas, wind limits, and crew requirements, helping ensure safe boat use while supporting continued skill development on the water.
Friday: 4:00–7:00 PM (during Daylight Savings Time)
Saturday: 12:00–5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00–5:00 PM
Dinghy Check-Out Information
Required evaluations to operate RS Quests boats.
Dinghy Level 1: Requires successful completion of a Beginner Dinghy class and/or prior experience.
Dinghy Level 2: Requires passing a written test and a practical assessment demonstrating knot tying and boat handling skills.
You can find details about what is covered in the assessment here.
Laser Check-Out Information
Required evaluations to operate Lasers.
Requires passing a written test and a practical assessment
Laser Level 1: Requires successful completion of a Beginner Dinghy class or prior experience sailing a Laser.
Laser Level 2: Requires at least 10 hours of sailing experience on a Laser or equivalent prior experience.
Laser Level 3: Requires at least 25 hours of skippering a Laser or equivalent prior experience.
You can find details about what is covered in the assessment here.
Keelboat Check-Out Information
Required evaluations to operate Keelboats.
Requires passing a written test and a practical assessment
Keelboat Level 1: Requires successful completion of a Beginner keelboat or prior experience of at least 30 hours of keelboat helming.
Keelboat Level 2: Requires successful completion of a intermediate keelboat or prior experience of at least 50 hours of keelboat helming.
Keelboat Level 3: Requires at least 3 years sailing keelboats or 80 hours of keelboat helming.
Keelboat Level 4: Requires at least 3 years sailing keelboats.
You can find details about what is covered in the assessment here
