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80th Anniversary Sail-a-thon!
In 2026, Community Boating, Inc. marks 80 years of public access sailing on the Charles River. For eight decades, CBI has been guided by a simple… Read More 
80th Anniversary Sail-a-thon!
In 2026, Community Boating, Inc. marks 80 years of public access sailing on the Charles River. For eight decades, CBI has been guided by a simple… Read More 
Research and Publications
Check out this article published in the Journal of STEM Education about CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab! Microscopic Technique as a STEM Initiative… Read More 
Research and Publications
Check out this article published in the Journal of STEM Education about CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab! Microscopic Technique as a STEM Initiative… Read More 
Junior STEM
Junior STEM Why do boats float? What plants and animals exist alongside us on the Charles River? Juniors with a passion for learning about… Read More 
Junior STEM
Junior STEM Why do boats float? What plants and animals exist alongside us on the Charles River? Juniors with a passion for learning about… Read More 
Scott Hemphill is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for October!
Scott Hemphill has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for October! Scott is one of our most dedicated guided sail instructors,… Read More 
Scott Hemphill is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for October!
Scott Hemphill has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for October! Scott is one of our most dedicated guided sail instructors,… Read More 
Terry Duncan is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for September!
Terry Duncan has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for September! Terry has been an influential member of the Women’s Sailing,… Read More 
Terry Duncan is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for September!
Terry Duncan has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for September! Terry has been an influential member of the Women’s Sailing,… Read More 
Annual Meeting of the Corporation 2025
2025 Annual Meeting The 2025 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 20th in the Wolfson Room at Community Boating beginning… Read More 
Annual Meeting of the Corporation 2025
2025 Annual Meeting The 2025 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 20th in the Wolfson Room at Community Boating beginning… Read More 
Thea Berthoff is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for August!
Thea Berthoff has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for August! Despite being a new volunteer, Thea’s participation in the… Read More 
Thea Berthoff is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for August!
Thea Berthoff has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for August! Despite being a new volunteer, Thea’s participation in the… Read More 
Isabel Erickson is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for July!
Isabel Erickson has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for July! Isabel’s impact in the Women’s Sailing group has been… Read More 
Isabel Erickson is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for July!
Isabel Erickson has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for July! Isabel’s impact in the Women’s Sailing group has been… Read More 
Aurelia Arlt is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for June!
Aurelia Arlt has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for June! Aurelia has been an asset to the Community Boating team with her work… Read More 
Aurelia Arlt is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for June!
Aurelia Arlt has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for June! Aurelia has been an asset to the Community Boating team with her work… Read More 
6/23/25 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning in our area through Tuesday at 20:00 as well as the City of Boston declaring a Heat… Read More 
6/23/25 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning in our area through Tuesday at 20:00 as well as the City of Boston declaring a Heat… Read More 
Phil Lorenzo is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for May!
Phil Lorenzo has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for May! Phil is a longtime member and volunteer, who never fails to make people… Read More 
Phil Lorenzo is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for May!
Phil Lorenzo has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for May! Phil is a longtime member and volunteer, who never fails to make people… Read More 
Peter Fay is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for April!
Peter Fay has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for April! Peter is an extremely helpful and positive volunteer. He frequently… Read More 
Peter Fay is CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for April!
Peter Fay has been selected as CBI’s Volunteer of the Month for April! Peter is an extremely helpful and positive volunteer. He frequently… Read More 
COMPASS Project
Community Boating is undertaking a multi-year digital infrastructure project to improve customer and staff facing data systems. The Comprehensive… Read More 
COMPASS Project
Community Boating is undertaking a multi-year digital infrastructure project to improve customer and staff facing data systems. The Comprehensive… Read More 
SAIL INTO SAVINGS
15% off Adult Program Full Year memberships all month long! Don’t let summer sail you by… Now is your chance to experience Boston from the… Read More 
SAIL INTO SAVINGS
15% off Adult Program Full Year memberships all month long! Don’t let summer sail you by… Now is your chance to experience Boston from the… Read More 
Dock Party
Community Boating Dock Party! Sailabrate Summer with us at Community Boating on Thursday, August 8th! From 6:30pm-9:30pm we’ll be hosting our… Read More 
Dock Party
Community Boating Dock Party! Sailabrate Summer with us at Community Boating on Thursday, August 8th! From 6:30pm-9:30pm we’ll be hosting our… Read More 
STEM and Environmental Science
STEM and Environmental Science
Ideal 18
Ideal 18 This class teaches advanced sailors how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our Ideal 18s which offer better performance than a Mercury, and are… Read More 
Ideal 18
Ideal 18 This class teaches advanced sailors how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our Ideal 18s which offer better performance than a Mercury, and are… Read More 
Gift Policies and Procedures
Gift Policies and Procedures
Annual Meeting of the Corporation
2024 Annual Meeting The 2024 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 21st in the Wolfson Room at Community Boating beginning… Read More 
Annual Meeting of the Corporation
2024 Annual Meeting The 2024 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 21st in the Wolfson Room at Community Boating beginning… Read More 
Planned Giving Opportunities
Join the Sailing for All! Society Create a lasting legacy and support our vision of “Sailing for All!” beyond your lifetime by making a planned… Read More 
Planned Giving Opportunities
Join the Sailing for All! Society Create a lasting legacy and support our vision of “Sailing for All!” beyond your lifetime by making a planned… Read More 
Hurricane Lee – Program Impacts
We are closely monitoring Hurricane Lee and its potential impact on operations. We are expecting strong winds and rain to come through sometime… Read More 
Hurricane Lee – Program Impacts
We are closely monitoring Hurricane Lee and its potential impact on operations. We are expecting strong winds and rain to come through sometime… Read More 
Ed Long UnRegatta
Ed Long UnRegatta In celebration of Ed Long, an Adult Program member and dedicated volunteer, we are excited to host the always popular, Ed Long… Read More 
Ed Long UnRegatta
Ed Long UnRegatta In celebration of Ed Long, an Adult Program member and dedicated volunteer, we are excited to host the always popular, Ed Long… Read More 
Lightning Safety
Community Boating Lightning Safety The US Centers for Disease Control reports that nearly two-thirds of lightning-related fatalities occur during… Read More 
Lightning Safety
Community Boating Lightning Safety The US Centers for Disease Control reports that nearly two-thirds of lightning-related fatalities occur during… Read More 
7/27/23 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in our area Thursday at 11:00 through Friday at 20:00 as well as the City of Boston declaring… Read More 
7/27/23 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in our area Thursday at 11:00 through Friday at 20:00 as well as the City of Boston declaring… Read More 
Test Event
Test Event
Learn to Race
Learn to Race Competitive sailing is fun, social, and a great way to hone your skills. Our Learn To Race (LTR) class series is designed to demystify… Read More 
Learn to Race
Learn to Race Competitive sailing is fun, social, and a great way to hone your skills. Our Learn To Race (LTR) class series is designed to demystify… Read More 
Humane Society Recognizes CBI Staff with Commendation of Life Saving
Humane Society Recognizes CBI Staff with Commendation of Life Saving June 5, 2022 felt like any other summer day in Boston, perfect for boating on the… Read More 
Humane Society Recognizes CBI Staff with Commendation of Life Saving
Humane Society Recognizes CBI Staff with Commendation of Life Saving June 5, 2022 felt like any other summer day in Boston, perfect for boating on the… Read More 
Summer Research at CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab
Summer Research at CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab Have you seen the headlines about blue-green algae in the Charles River? Well, it’s not blue. And… Read More 
Summer Research at CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab
Summer Research at CBI’s Cyanobacteria Lab Have you seen the headlines about blue-green algae in the Charles River? Well, it’s not blue. And… Read More 
News
News
Volunteer Resources
Class Information and Materials Class Resources Scheduling Portal portal.community-boating.org/ap/classes-teach Lead Instructor List Community Boating… Read More 
Volunteer Resources
Class Information and Materials Class Resources Scheduling Portal portal.community-boating.org/ap/classes-teach Lead Instructor List Community Boating… Read More 
Windsurf Skills
Windsurf Skills This class is meant for proficient windsurfers who want to take the sport to the next level. Conditions permitting, instructors will… Read More 
Windsurf Skills
Windsurf Skills This class is meant for proficient windsurfers who want to take the sport to the next level. Conditions permitting, instructors will… Read More 
Windsurf Clinic
Windsurf Clinic This class is a great stepping stone to Windsurf Yellow. Instructors will offer extra coaching and guidance for tacking and gybing, as… Read More 
Windsurf Clinic
Windsurf Clinic This class is a great stepping stone to Windsurf Yellow. Instructors will offer extra coaching and guidance for tacking and gybing, as… Read More 
Intro to Windsurf
Intro to Windsurf Want to try something different? Windsurfing is a great way to branch out. This class will introduce you to our equipment and the… Read More 
Intro to Windsurf
Intro to Windsurf Want to try something different? Windsurfing is a great way to branch out. This class will introduce you to our equipment and the… Read More 
Sonar
Sonar This class builds on the advanced skills from Ideal 18 class and teaches students how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our Sonars, our largest… Read More 
Sonar
Sonar This class builds on the advanced skills from Ideal 18 class and teaches students how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our Sonars, our largest… Read More 
420
420 This class teaches advanced sailors how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our most popular and most expensive equipment Sonars and Ideal 18s offer… Read More 
420
420 This class teaches advanced sailors how to rig, moor, sail, and care for our most popular and most expensive equipment Sonars and Ideal 18s offer… Read More 
Laser
Laser The Laser is a popular and fast single-handed boat that’s raced and sailed recreationally around the world. This class will teach… Read More 
Laser
Laser The Laser is a popular and fast single-handed boat that’s raced and sailed recreationally around the world. This class will teach… Read More 
Jib Clinic
Jib Clinic Jib Clinic is an opportunity to practice the skills relevant to the red test with support from an instructor. Please take after completing… Read More 
Jib Clinic
Jib Clinic Jib Clinic is an opportunity to practice the skills relevant to the red test with support from an instructor. Please take after completing… Read More 
Jib 2
Jib 2 focuses on a rudderless sailing drill to improve boat-handling, sail trim and crew placement. While rudderless sailing is not on the red test,… Read More 
Jib 2
Jib 2 focuses on a rudderless sailing drill to improve boat-handling, sail trim and crew placement. While rudderless sailing is not on the red test,… Read More 
Jib 1
Jib 1 Jib 1 covers the requirements of the red test, including basics of the jib sail, teamwork, and sailing in heavier wind. It will take your basic… Read More 
Jib 1
Jib 1 Jib 1 covers the requirements of the red test, including basics of the jib sail, teamwork, and sailing in heavier wind. It will take your basic… Read More 
Mainsail Clinic
Mainsail Clinic Mainsail Clinic is an opportunity to practice the skills relevant to the yellow test with support from an instructor. Please take… Read More 
Mainsail Clinic
Mainsail Clinic Mainsail Clinic is an opportunity to practice the skills relevant to the yellow test with support from an instructor. Please take… Read More 
Mainsail 2
Mainsail 2 Mainsail 2 builds basic skills into sailing competency to prepare you for the Mercury yellow test. It covers the finer points of tacking… Read More 
Mainsail 2
Mainsail 2 Mainsail 2 builds basic skills into sailing competency to prepare you for the Mercury yellow test. It covers the finer points of tacking… Read More 
Mainsail 1
Mainsail 1 Mainsail 1 builds basic sailing skills with both simulator demonstration and on-water instruction. After a bit of review and expansion on… Read More 
Mainsail 1
Mainsail 1 Mainsail 1 builds basic sailing skills with both simulator demonstration and on-water instruction. After a bit of review and expansion on… Read More 
Guided Sail
Guided Sail We are excited to introduce Guided Sail – a new class opportunity launched for the 2023 sailing season! Guided Sail is an… Read More 
Guided Sail
Guided Sail We are excited to introduce Guided Sail – a new class opportunity launched for the 2023 sailing season! Guided Sail is an… Read More 
Orientation
Orientation Everyone who walks through our door should start here! Orientation is the gateway to everything that CBI has to offer, whether you’re a… Read More 
Orientation
Orientation Everyone who walks through our door should start here! Orientation is the gateway to everything that CBI has to offer, whether you’re a… Read More 
Rigging
Rigging This class will teach you your port from starboard, mainsheet from mainsail, and just about everything else you need to know about our boats.… Read More 
Rigging
Rigging This class will teach you your port from starboard, mainsheet from mainsail, and just about everything else you need to know about our boats.… Read More 
Shore School
Shore School With demonstrations and boat simulators, Shore School explains all the theory you’ll need to start sailing. An experienced instructor… Read More 
Shore School
Shore School With demonstrations and boat simulators, Shore School explains all the theory you’ll need to start sailing. An experienced instructor… Read More 
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities Positions are available to volunteer in many different roles. CBI will provide specific training for each role in order to… Read More 
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities Positions are available to volunteer in many different roles. CBI will provide specific training for each role in order to… Read More 
Volunteer Code of Conduct
Volunteer Code of Conduct The volunteer code of conduct is an excerpt from the Adult Program Member Handbook that governs volunteering at CBI. I… Read More 
Volunteer Code of Conduct
Volunteer Code of Conduct The volunteer code of conduct is an excerpt from the Adult Program Member Handbook that governs volunteering at CBI. I… Read More 
Adult Program Volunteer Application
New volunteer applications are reviewed at the end of February, March, May, July, and September. Training is scheduled to coincide with the… Read More 
Adult Program Volunteer Application
New volunteer applications are reviewed at the end of February, March, May, July, and September. Training is scheduled to coincide with the… Read More 
Member Handbook
CBI Rules Community Boating’s rules exist both to keep all who share the lower Charles River basin safe and to ensure smooth operation of our… Read More 
Member Handbook
CBI Rules Community Boating’s rules exist both to keep all who share the lower Charles River basin safe and to ensure smooth operation of our… Read More 
Restrictions Feed
Restrictions Feed
8-3-22 Heat Advisory UPDATED
UPDATE: Adult program opening will be delayed until 18:00 on 8/4/22. This decision has been made for the safety of all our members and our staff.… Read More 
8-3-22 Heat Advisory UPDATED
UPDATE: Adult program opening will be delayed until 18:00 on 8/4/22. This decision has been made for the safety of all our members and our staff.… Read More 
Safety Bulletins
Safety Bulletins
7-21-22 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in our area as well as the City of Boston extending it’s Heat Emergency through Sunday,… Read More 
7-21-22 Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in our area as well as the City of Boston extending it’s Heat Emergency through Sunday,… Read More 
Volunteer Awards
Volunteer Recognition and Awards Community Boating is a special place in large part because of our volunteers, who dedicate their time to teach… Read More 
Volunteer Awards
Volunteer Recognition and Awards Community Boating is a special place in large part because of our volunteers, who dedicate their time to teach… Read More 
Spring Open Houses
Open House: Saturday May 17th. http://www.community-boating.org/wp-content/uploads/Sequence-01_1.mp4 Dreaming of sailing on the Charles? Whether… Read More 
Spring Open Houses
Open House: Saturday May 17th. http://www.community-boating.org/wp-content/uploads/Sequence-01_1.mp4 Dreaming of sailing on the Charles? Whether… Read More 
Safety
Safety at Community Boating Safety is our foremost priority at CBI. “Sailing for All” would not be possible without our staff working… Read More 
Safety
Safety at Community Boating Safety is our foremost priority at CBI. “Sailing for All” would not be possible without our staff working… Read More 
Upwind Mainsail Tuning
Part of a wonderful series on mainsail tuning and shape. See more on SailZing’s YouTube page
Upwind Mainsail Tuning
Part of a wonderful series on mainsail tuning and shape. See more on SailZing’s YouTube page
Wind on the Water
“Where there is wind, there is speed, so the goal of the wind spotter is to look for clues on the water and above.” See more at Sailing… Read More 
Wind on the Water
“Where there is wind, there is speed, so the goal of the wind spotter is to look for clues on the water and above.” See more at Sailing… Read More 
Celebrating 80 Years!
For Every Sailor, For Every Story, For 80 Years Help us raise $80,000 by December 31 to kick off our 80th year strong! Donate Today! As… Read More 
Celebrating 80 Years!
For Every Sailor, For Every Story, For 80 Years Help us raise $80,000 by December 31 to kick off our 80th year strong! Donate Today! As… Read More 
Junior Program Operations Announcement
Membership sales have once again reopened! Keep in mind that classes are still quite full. Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please… Read More 
Junior Program Operations Announcement
Membership sales have once again reopened! Keep in mind that classes are still quite full. Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please… Read More 
2021 Operations Summary – Adult Program & Rentals
Last updated 5/14/2021 Hours & Info Adult Program 2025 Season Weekdays Weekends April 1 – June 15 1:00 pm to sunset 9:00… Read More 
2021 Operations Summary – Adult Program & Rentals
Last updated 5/14/2021 Hours & Info Adult Program 2025 Season Weekdays Weekends April 1 – June 15 1:00 pm to sunset 9:00… Read More 
Notice about Junior Program Class Openings
New classes are open to the public as of Wednesday the 17th. Click the red join now button on the top right, or click here to purchase a membership… Read More 
Notice about Junior Program Class Openings
New classes are open to the public as of Wednesday the 17th. Click the red join now button on the top right, or click here to purchase a membership… Read More 
2018 Annual Meeting
2018 Annual Meeting It’s that time of year again. The 2018 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 15th in the Wolfson… Read More 
2018 Annual Meeting
2018 Annual Meeting It’s that time of year again. The 2018 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 15th in the Wolfson… Read More 
2019 Annual Meeting
2019 Annual Meeting It’s that time of year again. The 2019 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 21st in the Wolfson… Read More 
2019 Annual Meeting
2019 Annual Meeting It’s that time of year again. The 2019 annual meeting of the corporation will be held on Monday October 21st in the Wolfson… Read More 
2021 Annual Meeting of the Corporation
2021 Annual Meeting Register Here! The Annual Meeting of the Corporation of Community Boating, Inc. (CBI) will take place virtually on Monday, October… Read More 
2021 Annual Meeting of the Corporation
2021 Annual Meeting Register Here! The Annual Meeting of the Corporation of Community Boating, Inc. (CBI) will take place virtually on Monday, October… Read More 
Intermediate Race Practice – Techniques Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Techniques Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Debrief Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Debrief Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Briefing Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Briefing Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Key Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – Key Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – All Posts
Intermediate Race Practice – All Posts
Raise the Sails
Raise the Sails Benefit An Evening in Support of Sailing for All Join us for an unforgettable evening as Community Boating, Inc. hosts the Raise the… Read More 
Raise the Sails
Raise the Sails Benefit An Evening in Support of Sailing for All Join us for an unforgettable evening as Community Boating, Inc. hosts the Raise the… Read More 
July 4 Sailabration
2026 tickets coming soon! We are the only public reserved seating event to watch the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Charles River! Avoid the… Read More 
July 4 Sailabration
2026 tickets coming soon! We are the only public reserved seating event to watch the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular on the Charles River! Avoid the… Read More 
Calendar Under Maintenance
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Calendar Under Maintenance
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Corporate Outings
Make a splash with your team! A sailing outing at Community Boating Inc. is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that promotes teamwork and a spirit of… Read More 
Corporate Outings
Make a splash with your team! A sailing outing at Community Boating Inc. is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that promotes teamwork and a spirit of… Read More 
JP-Teach
Junior Program Instructors Welcome to the JP Instructor resources page! Click on a class below to view the lesson plans, handouts, rubrics, and… Read More 
JP-Teach
Junior Program Instructors Welcome to the JP Instructor resources page! Click on a class below to view the lesson plans, handouts, rubrics, and… Read More 
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CBI Team Race (CBITR)
Our 2018 and 2019 junior program team race invites, presented by Zim Sailing were a huge hit. The 2021 edition will run the week after July 4. NOR and… Read More 
CBI Team Race (CBITR)
Our 2018 and 2019 junior program team race invites, presented by Zim Sailing were a huge hit. The 2021 edition will run the week after July 4. NOR and… Read More 
Friday Night REBOOT
Weekly on Fridays 17:30 – 18:30 We’re back at it by popular demand, with a revised format. Join Charlie and Niko to chat briefly about… Read More 
Friday Night REBOOT
Weekly on Fridays 17:30 – 18:30 We’re back at it by popular demand, with a revised format. Join Charlie and Niko to chat briefly about… Read More 
Welcome
Spring and Fall youth programming include school and group programming only. These groups include: grade-school learn-to-sail programs High School… Read More 
Welcome
Spring and Fall youth programming include school and group programming only. These groups include: grade-school learn-to-sail programs High School… Read More 
Additional Programming
CBI’s Junior Program does not stop at formal classes. Students can spend their entire day, week, and summer at the boathouse, with plenty of… Read More 
Additional Programming
CBI’s Junior Program does not stop at formal classes. Students can spend their entire day, week, and summer at the boathouse, with plenty of… Read More 
Endowments
Thank You for Your Support! Community Boating, Inc. is a public, 501(c)3 non-profit organization operating affordable and accessible programs for… Read More 
Endowments
Thank You for Your Support! Community Boating, Inc. is a public, 501(c)3 non-profit organization operating affordable and accessible programs for… Read More 
Give Today
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Give Today
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Work Parties
Work Parties are an excellent opportunity to give back to Community Boating and get to know other members. There are generally two work parties every… Read More 
Work Parties
Work Parties are an excellent opportunity to give back to Community Boating and get to know other members. There are generally two work parties every… Read More 
Welcome
Community Boating’s award-winning Adult Program offers public access to watersport for everyone from novice sailors to national champions. Our… Read More 
Welcome
Community Boating’s award-winning Adult Program offers public access to watersport for everyone from novice sailors to national champions. Our… Read More 
Member Resources
We have curated various frequently used resources into collections here for easy access. Classes Class resources, handouts and materials for students… Read More 
Member Resources
We have curated various frequently used resources into collections here for easy access. Classes Class resources, handouts and materials for students… Read More 
School Forms
High School Sailing Forms: Checklist – Spring 2026 Roster – Spring 2026 Coach Onboarding Student Membership Form – Spring 2026… Read More 
School Forms
High School Sailing Forms: Checklist – Spring 2026 Roster – Spring 2026 Coach Onboarding Student Membership Form – Spring 2026… Read More 
High School Racing
Community Boating Inc. hosts the CBI-division of Mass Bay League High School Sailing each spring with 7-9 teams participating annually. Schools… Read More 
High School Racing
Community Boating Inc. hosts the CBI-division of Mass Bay League High School Sailing each spring with 7-9 teams participating annually. Schools… Read More 
Learn-to-Sail
We host school PE and Learn-to-sail programs in the spring and fall for grade, middle and high schools. Schools provide their own instructor. Please… Read More 
Learn-to-Sail
We host school PE and Learn-to-sail programs in the spring and fall for grade, middle and high schools. Schools provide their own instructor. Please… Read More 
School Programs
While CBI’s Junior Program is summer only, we run fall and spring youth programming for groups. We can accommodate high schools, grade schools,… Read More 
School Programs
While CBI’s Junior Program is summer only, we run fall and spring youth programming for groups. We can accommodate high schools, grade schools,… Read More 
Welcome
Non-member Rentals In addition to our membership programs, Community Boating offers a variety of our watercraft for rental along with our facilities… Read More 
Welcome
Non-member Rentals In addition to our membership programs, Community Boating offers a variety of our watercraft for rental along with our facilities… Read More 
Adaptive Fleet and Facility
Our Fleet and Facility The CBI boathouse is located at the base of Longfellow Bridge on Boston’s Esplanade. We are geographically accessible, as… Read More 
Adaptive Fleet and Facility
Our Fleet and Facility The CBI boathouse is located at the base of Longfellow Bridge on Boston’s Esplanade. We are geographically accessible, as… Read More 
Membership Prices
Memberships & Boating Passes A Community Boating membership or pass is the easiest way to sail or paddle in Greater Boston for a fraction of the… Read More 
Membership Prices
Memberships & Boating Passes A Community Boating membership or pass is the easiest way to sail or paddle in Greater Boston for a fraction of the… Read More 
Racing
Racing Opportunities Universal Access Program members are invited to race through Keelboat Racing.  This informal and collaborative environment… Read More 
Racing
Racing Opportunities Universal Access Program members are invited to race through Keelboat Racing.  This informal and collaborative environment… Read More 
Welcome
Nestled in the heart of Boston, Community Boating’s nationally recognized Universal Access Program allows individuals to take responsibility for… Read More 
Welcome
Nestled in the heart of Boston, Community Boating’s nationally recognized Universal Access Program allows individuals to take responsibility for… Read More 
Welcome
Summer Junior Program Your child can enjoy an active, fun-filled summer with the Junior Program. Kids from all walks of life come to experience the… Read More 
Welcome
Summer Junior Program Your child can enjoy an active, fun-filled summer with the Junior Program. Kids from all walks of life come to experience the… Read More 
Teaching Resources
Community Boating, Inc. is the oldest and largest community sailing program in the country, but we didn’t get there on our own. CBI has only… Read More 
Teaching Resources
Community Boating, Inc. is the oldest and largest community sailing program in the country, but we didn’t get there on our own. CBI has only… Read More 
Class Resources
Start Here! Orientation Mercury Green Classes Rigging Shore School Once you have completed your Green Verbal Test and Rigging Test, and earned your… Read More 
Class Resources
Start Here! Orientation Mercury Green Classes Rigging Shore School Once you have completed your Green Verbal Test and Rigging Test, and earned your… Read More 
Classes
Adult Program Classes For over 70 years Community Boating has been teaching new sailors like you how to master the power of the wind, right here on… Read More 
Classes
Adult Program Classes For over 70 years Community Boating has been teaching new sailors like you how to master the power of the wind, right here on… Read More 
April 3, 2020 Fireside Chat w/ Sam P.
Fireside Chat Hi All, With CBI being closed until further notice due to COVID 19 I have been trying to think of a couple ideas that we could do to… Read More 
April 3, 2020 Fireside Chat w/ Sam P.
Fireside Chat Hi All, With CBI being closed until further notice due to COVID 19 I have been trying to think of a couple ideas that we could do to… Read More 
July 16, 2019 Practice Briefing
Last practice today. We’re going to work on starting practice and boat-handling. We’ll start with the starting practice, then do some boat… Read More 
July 16, 2019 Practice Briefing
Last practice today. We’re going to work on starting practice and boat-handling. We’ll start with the starting practice, then do some boat… Read More 
July 2, 2019 Practice Briefing
Great breeze out there today. Should be fun on the water, and the temp is really nice too. I’d like to set up some two-boat speed testing, we’ll… Read More 
July 2, 2019 Practice Briefing
Great breeze out there today. Should be fun on the water, and the temp is really nice too. I’d like to set up some two-boat speed testing, we’ll… Read More 
2019 Practice Schedule
We will have practice just a few weeks this year, on Tuesday evenings. Please be dressed and rigging on the front of the dock by the start of… Read More 
2019 Practice Schedule
We will have practice just a few weeks this year, on Tuesday evenings. Please be dressed and rigging on the front of the dock by the start of… Read More 
2018 Season Wrap
Hi all, A big Thank You to those who participated this season. It was a good summer and I think most of you got a lot out of the practices. We’ll… Read More 
2018 Season Wrap
Hi all, A big Thank You to those who participated this season. It was a good summer and I think most of you got a lot out of the practices. We’ll… Read More 
July 31, 2018 Practice Briefing
Alright, last practice of the season! Sad, but should be a good one. It’s looking like we’ll have a nice little easterly. I want to work on two… Read More 
July 31, 2018 Practice Briefing
Alright, last practice of the season! Sad, but should be a good one. It’s looking like we’ll have a nice little easterly. I want to work on two… Read More 
July 24, 2018 Practice POSTPONED
We will be holding this practice next week, Tuesday July 31 at the same time. This will be the last practice on-water practice of the year due to JP… Read More 
July 24, 2018 Practice POSTPONED
We will be holding this practice next week, Tuesday July 31 at the same time. This will be the last practice on-water practice of the year due to JP… Read More 
June 26, 2018 Practice Debrief
If you are looking for today’s briefing, please see the previous post below this one. Our last on-land debrief got slightly contentious, and I’ve… Read More 
June 26, 2018 Practice Debrief
If you are looking for today’s briefing, please see the previous post below this one. Our last on-land debrief got slightly contentious, and I’ve… Read More 
July 10, 2018 Practice Briefing
Hi all, very excited for nice (not steady) breeze today. Per usual, let’s try to be dressed and rigging on the front of the dock at 6pm for a quick… Read More 
July 10, 2018 Practice Briefing
Hi all, very excited for nice (not steady) breeze today. Per usual, let’s try to be dressed and rigging on the front of the dock at 6pm for a quick… Read More 
June 26, 2018 Practice Briefing
We had a great practice two weeks ago. We really focused on keeping the boat at an even heel level by using main trim, steering, and weight placement.… Read More 
June 26, 2018 Practice Briefing
We had a great practice two weeks ago. We really focused on keeping the boat at an even heel level by using main trim, steering, and weight placement.… Read More 
June 12, 2018 Practice Briefing
We had a great evening on the water two weeks ago. The light wind allowed us to focus on rolling our tacks and gybes. I REALLY appreciated everyone… Read More 
June 12, 2018 Practice Briefing
We had a great evening on the water two weeks ago. The light wind allowed us to focus on rolling our tacks and gybes. I REALLY appreciated everyone… Read More 
May 29, 2018 Practice Briefing
Ahh, beautiful weather. We should finally get on the water today! Email me if you can make it, or sign up online. Let’s try to be dressed and… Read More 
May 29, 2018 Practice Briefing
Ahh, beautiful weather. We should finally get on the water today! Email me if you can make it, or sign up online. Let’s try to be dressed and… Read More 
May 15, 2018 Practice Briefing
The reason this post has been delayed is weather. We have a plan A, which is to pair up at 6pm to go out an sail Mercuries. We would focus on heavy… Read More 
May 15, 2018 Practice Briefing
The reason this post has been delayed is weather. We have a plan A, which is to pair up at 6pm to go out an sail Mercuries. We would focus on heavy… Read More 
April 17, 2018 Practice Debrief
We had a great discussion on starting two weeks ago. We talked about pre-start routines, controlling your speed approaching the start, and about… Read More 
April 17, 2018 Practice Debrief
We had a great discussion on starting two weeks ago. We talked about pre-start routines, controlling your speed approaching the start, and about… Read More 
2018 Practice Schedule
We will practice every-other week on Tuesday evenings. Please be rigged and ready at the Longfellow dock by 18:00 hours. You will get more out of each… Read More 
2018 Practice Schedule
We will practice every-other week on Tuesday evenings. Please be rigged and ready at the Longfellow dock by 18:00 hours. You will get more out of each… Read More 
2018 Race Practice Ideas
Hey Tiller Club and CBI Racers, This is an ongoing post over the winter to list ideas for what to practice this summer. Our first two practices will… Read More 
2018 Race Practice Ideas
Hey Tiller Club and CBI Racers, This is an ongoing post over the winter to list ideas for what to practice this summer. Our first two practices will… Read More 
July 26, 2016 Practice Briefing
Sorry for the late and brief update. After a phenomenal team racing practice two weeks ago, we look to get back to basics this week with some follow… Read More 
July 26, 2016 Practice Briefing
Sorry for the late and brief update. After a phenomenal team racing practice two weeks ago, we look to get back to basics this week with some follow… Read More 
July 12, 2016 Practice Briefing
Trying something new this week: team racing! Once we’re rigged, let’s meet in main space for a few minutes to go over some of the basic maneuvers… Read More 
July 12, 2016 Practice Briefing
Trying something new this week: team racing! Once we’re rigged, let’s meet in main space for a few minutes to go over some of the basic maneuvers… Read More 
June 28, 2016 Practice Briefing
This week’s practice is going to be all about starts.  We will do several different kinds of practice starts. rabbit start races: The coach will… Read More 
June 28, 2016 Practice Briefing
This week’s practice is going to be all about starts.  We will do several different kinds of practice starts. rabbit start races: The coach will… Read More 
June 14, 2016 Practice Briefing
Good breeze prediction for Tuesday, 12-18 kts from the WNW. Our focus will be on speed control, both going top speed, and remaining in control when… Read More 
June 14, 2016 Practice Briefing
Good breeze prediction for Tuesday, 12-18 kts from the WNW. Our focus will be on speed control, both going top speed, and remaining in control when… Read More 
May 31, 2016 Practice Debrief
What a great day for a practice, and awesome to have ten boats out there! We got through all four drills though we were a tiny bit rushed in some… Read More 
May 31, 2016 Practice Debrief
What a great day for a practice, and awesome to have ten boats out there! We got through all four drills though we were a tiny bit rushed in some… Read More 
May 31, 2016 Practice Briefing
Expecting five or six boats this week. Should be a great practice, with a little bit more breeze than we have had in the past, so we’re going to do… Read More 
May 31, 2016 Practice Briefing
Expecting five or six boats this week. Should be a great practice, with a little bit more breeze than we have had in the past, so we’re going to do… Read More 
Parts of a Perfect Practice
Contrary to popular wisdom, poorly executed practicing will not make you perfect.  You need to practice well to improve quickly.  I try (and don’t… Read More 
Parts of a Perfect Practice
Contrary to popular wisdom, poorly executed practicing will not make you perfect.  You need to practice well to improve quickly.  I try (and don’t… Read More 
May 19, 2016 Practice Debrief
Hey all, another great practice.  In addition to the sailors improving greatly, I’m picking up some tips for what I can do better before and during… Read More 
May 19, 2016 Practice Debrief
Hey all, another great practice.  In addition to the sailors improving greatly, I’m picking up some tips for what I can do better before and during… Read More 
May 19, 2016 Practice Briefing
Good morning sailors, We are looking at a beautiful evening for a small group practice; low 60’s temps, and 5-10 kts from the east (the… Read More 
May 19, 2016 Practice Briefing
Good morning sailors, We are looking at a beautiful evening for a small group practice; low 60’s temps, and 5-10 kts from the east (the… Read More 
Steering with sail and weight trim
Top sailors often speak of boat feel, and they have worked over many years to hone their skills at steering the boat to be fast, both in a straight… Read More 
Steering with sail and weight trim
Top sailors often speak of boat feel, and they have worked over many years to hone their skills at steering the boat to be fast, both in a straight… Read More 
May 3, 2016 Practice Debrief
Thanks again for coming down last night.  Talking with some people after, and having some further time to digest, I thought of a few more things to… Read More 
May 3, 2016 Practice Debrief
Thanks again for coming down last night.  Talking with some people after, and having some further time to digest, I thought of a few more things to… Read More 
May 3, 2016 Practice Briefing
This goes out to the expected & possible participants tonight for race practice.  Please see below for format, schedule, and a bit about how you… Read More 
May 3, 2016 Practice Briefing
This goes out to the expected & possible participants tonight for race practice.  Please see below for format, schedule, and a bit about how you… Read More 
April 19, 2016 Practice Debrief
Wow, we had a GREAT practice Tuesday, and I want to recap, plus give you all a bit more info about the practices (geared towards Tiller Club… Read More 
April 19, 2016 Practice Debrief
Wow, we had a GREAT practice Tuesday, and I want to recap, plus give you all a bit more info about the practices (geared towards Tiller Club… Read More 
April 19, 2016 Practice Briefing
Below, you’ll find a schedule, what to expect, a little disclaimer, and a bit about the rest of the summer. Schedule: 5:30 pair up and rig… Read More 
April 19, 2016 Practice Briefing
Below, you’ll find a schedule, what to expect, a little disclaimer, and a bit about the rest of the summer. Schedule: 5:30 pair up and rig… Read More 
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Join Community Boating for the 2020 Season! The Community Boating sailing season will begin on April 1st, 2020. It is always wonderful on the Charles… Read More 
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Welcome to the TC Race Practice Blog Tiller Club is joining with CBI to present a series of scheduled racing practices geared towards the… Read More 
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Welcome to the TC Race Practice Blog Tiller Club is joining with CBI to present a series of scheduled racing practices geared towards the… Read More