SAILOR MEMBERSHIPS
US Sailing members gain access to best-in-class training, education, safety and racing opportunities. Additionally, membership with US Sailing supports our mission to grow the sport of sailing by increasing access, safety and competition for sailors of all types. By joining US Sailing, you'll be joining an organization with a 126+ year history of fostering community and innovation. Read more about our membership types and benefits below.
Questions? Contact our dedicated membership team at membership@ussailing.org or call (800) 877-2451
US Sailing Benefits for Sailors
2023 Membership Updates
Changes to the 2023 Sailor Memberships are effective on February 28th. To read more about new member benefits, pricing, and frequently asked questions, please click below.
Sailor Memberships
Family $129 - For families that live for the time on the water. US Sailing membership gives your family access to all the benefits of membership. Any children on a family membership are eligible to receive the same benefits as a Youth member until the age of 18 at which time they must renew as an Individual member. Family memberships include two adults up to six youth members. Only one adult member on a Family membership may be certified as an instructor or race official. This membership option can be purchased for a one-, two-, or three-year term. Join Now
Individual $79 - For beginners, avid cruisers, racers, instructors, or experts. The Individual Membership option is for everyone and includes all the benefits of membership. This membership option can be purchased for a one-, two-, or three-year term. Join Now
College $120 - For the varsity collegiate athlete and the casual club racer. US Sailing College Membership extends you all the benefits of an Individual membership at a price appropriate for a college student. College memberships have one four-year term and can not be renewed. Once your four-year term is up, college members must renew as an Individual or Family member. Join Now
Youth $39 Meant for sailors as soon as they are old enough to learn to sail up until their 18th birthday. Youth members are eligible to receive all benefits of an Adult Individual membership, except for the ability to be certified as an instructor, race official, or coach. Age-appropriate members looking to become certified must hold an Individual membership. Join Now
Questions? Contact our dedicated Membership Team at Membership@ussailing.org or call (401) 342-7900
Contributing Memberships
You can help strengthen sailing education, competition, and access by choosing Contributing Membership options when you join or renew your membership to US Sailing. This is a pivotal time and together we can build a strong future for sailing in communities across the country.
Sustainer $175
- A family membership for up to six immediate family members ($115 value)
- A tax-deductible donation to the US Sailing Foundation ($35 gift)
- Complimentary one-year subscription to either Sailing World or Cruising World magazine
- Access to all of the benefits of membership
Supporter $300
- A family membership for up to six immediate family members ($115 value)
- A tax-deductible donation to the US Sailing Foundation ($160 gift)
- Complimentary one-year subscription to either Sailing World or Cruising World magazine
- Access to all of the benefits of membership
Benefactor $600
- A family membership for up to six immediate family members ($115 value)
- A tax-deductible donation to the US Sailing Foundation ($435 gift)
- Complimentary one-year subscription to either Sailing World or Cruising World magazine
- Access to all of the benefits of membership
Presidents Club $1,500
You can be the spark that ignites a love of sailing. Your participation in the US Sailing President’s Club will help build a future where people of varying abilities, ethnicities, and net worth, can all benefit from the joys and lessons that sailing can provide.
- A family membership for up to six immediate family members
- A tax-deductible donation to the US Sailing Foundation
- Complimentary one-year subscription to either Sailing World or Cruising World magazine
- Special communications and invitations to events
- Access to all of the benefits of membership
Member Discounts
Enjoy discounts up to 75% off from the following US Sailing partners
Through your membership, you gain access to discounts on gear, publications, and events provided by our partners. Log in to My US Sailing to redeem your member benefits.
Gowrie Group – Risk Strategies 10% Off |
Gill 10% Off |
US Sailing Multiple Discounts |
BoatUS 10% Off Gold Towing Membership |
Cabrinha 20% off |
Sailing World / Cruising World Official Marine Media Partner $15 One-Year Pricing |
Fell Marine 15% Off |
Hobie Polorized 25% Off |
Landfall $15 off $150 |
The Moorings 5% Off |
Perkspot 10,000+ Discounts |
Positive Coaching Alliance $17 Off |
Reaching Ahead 1st Month Free |
SailFlow Official Partner 30% Off Plus or Pro |
Sail 22 |
SafeLakes 10% Off |
Sail1Design 10% Off |
Sea Tactics $75 Off a Full Course |
TropicSport |
Waterway Guide 25% Off |
Weems & Plath 10% Off |
Zim Sailing 10% Off |
Membership Forms
US Sailing has gone paperless and will no longer be sending paper invoices. Don’t want to join or renew online here? Please find the respective membership form below that you can print, fill out, and mail to us, just as you may have done in the past.
These forms can also be filled out electronically, and can be submitted to membership@ussailing.org.
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