How to Join for Youth

  • Download the application form, or call the boathouse to have it sent to you. You can also pick one up if you're in the neighborhood.
  • Get your proof of swimming Prove that you can swim 75 yards. If you have a YMCA (level Fish or above), Red Cross Intermediate or above card or a Boy Scout or Girl Scout badge you can use those. If you don't have any of these, head to a Y or Community Center and have a lifeguard test you and give you a note on pool letterhead saying that you can swim 75 yards.
  • Turn in your application You can do this by dropping it off at the boathouse during our normal business hours, or you can mail it in. Please mail checks or money orders and include a photocopy of the proof of swimming. If you turn in the application by hand, you can use cash and bring your original swimming proof, we just need to see it.
  • Sign up for a class Class sign-ups begin on May 1. If you mailed in your complete application (with $1 and proof of swimming) before that we can sign you up over the phone. If we do not have everything, we can't sign you up for classes.

How to join for Adults:

  • Download the application form, or call the boathouse to have it sent to you. You can also pick one up if you're in the neighborhood.
  • Turn in your application to our front desk We accept cash, check, and MC/Visa. You will receive a CBI membership card, schedule, and member handbook.
  • First Time Sailors Once you've taken the Orientation class, you are ready to go sailing. Put on your PFD (personal flotation device) and check in at the dock house, one of our experienced volunteers will take you out and start showing you the ropes. In order to sail on your own, you will need to earn your Solo rating. You will need to attend Rigging class, Shore I class, and pass the Solo Tests. Don't worry. We'll help you along at every step.
  • Experienced Sailors For experienced sailors, there is a quicker way to get on the water. We call it the Fast Track. Usually we can get a skilled sailor checked out to go sailing in less than 2 hours. You will need to learn how all our members use CBI's equipment, and our standard procedure for safety and boat sign outs, then we'll test your sailing skills. Ask for information at the dock house or front office.