The Performance Sailing Club

Bareboat Sailing in San Francisco and Puerto Vallarta

Now it is possible to sail contemporary performance boats while avoiding the cost of acquisition, the monthly dockage expenses, and the ongoing maintenance.  All you have to do is call ahead to schedule when you want to sail and we'll have the boat ready for you.  More information about our fleet...

No Monthly Membership Dues! 
Great Charter Rates!
Exceptional Vessels!

The J World Sailing Club is the best Sailing Club around, and the best way to charter.  No monthly dues, no hidden costs.  You pay only when you sail.  Membership made easy.

Membership Information
J World, the Performance Sailing School and Club, offers memberships and bareboat charters to our alumni and any sailor with US Sailing Basic Cruising certification, or equivalent experience.  For those sailors wanting to acquire certification we can arrange that for you. Look at our Sailing Instruction information, or contact us for information. All memberships and bareboat charters are contingent upon successful completion of a check-out sail.

Membership Fees:
NO Monthly Dues!  There is a $250 one-time administrative/check-out fee. Each J80 rental is only $250 per day (racing charters are higher), and you get club rates on other fleet vessels.

That's it!  There are no monthly dues, and no hidden costs.  You pay only when you sail.  And we have some of the best rates on the Bay...  here's a sample:
 

Club Eligibility:
Due to the sometimes challenging conditions which can arise unexpectedly, any skipper desiring to bareboat charter vessels within the J World Club are expected to demonstrate proficient sailing skills.  All club candidates are expected to do the following:

• Sailors must have completed J World’s Performance Cruising Course (or elsewhere attained the US Sailing Basic Cruising Certification), OR provide complete documentation attesting to equivalent experience (click here for details).

• All sailors must have a good familiarity with their intended sailing venue, including prevailing conditions, and dominant weather patterns.

• All candidates must pass a written, multiple choice test administered by our staff.

• Candidates must complete, to our satisfaction, an on-the-water demonstration of skill, including such maneuvers as heaving -to, reefing, crew-overboard recovery, and docking under sail.
   

Process:
Please submit to our office a brief sailing resume, including copies of any certifications you might have earned, then contact us to schedule your checkout.  Please note that there is a $250 checkout fee.

Restrictions:
Navigational limits apply on all charters. San Francisco Bay charters are restricted to the waters east of the Golden Gate Bridge. Puerto Vallarta charters are limited to the waters from Cabo Corrientes north to Punta Mita. Anchoring and mooring is permitted only in designated anchorages, and is not allowed in certain areas. Overnight sailing is not permitted. Singlehanded sailing is not permitted. All boats must be secured no later than two hours before sunset. Other restrictions and limitations apply; please contact us and refer to your charter contract.

Payment & Cancellation Policy:
A 50% non refundable deposit is required to reserve a vessel.  For day charters, the balance is due 7 days prior to the charter.  For charters of multiple days, full payment is required 30 days prior to the charter.  Further restrictions apply, so please read our payment and cancellation policy here.

Don't hesitate to give us a call if you want to learn more about the Club or have questions about your eligibility!
 

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