Come Sailing With Us
Brighton Sailing Club is a sailing community right on the Brighton seafront. Members turn up, rig their boats and get out on the water together. The club runs because people give their time to it and each other.
That's what makes it feel the way it does.
Who Can Join
Never sailed before? No problem. After a safety session, you can begin to crew and build up your skills.
Aged 18 or over? You're welcome to join. If you're under-age, join and sail with your parent.
Don't have a boat? Use one of the club boats for hire – we have plenty!
Wondering if it's for you? Pop down on a Sunday afternoon and meet people first.
What You Get
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Sailing and racing throughout the season
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Shared use of club dinghies, for a small fee
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Safety boat cover during club-organised sailing
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A clubhouse with showers, toilets, and a bar
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A full calendar of socials and bar nights
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Space to book for your own event
How We Look After Each Other
All members do a short safety briefing and have a chat with our Sailing Officer before their first sail, so everyone knows what to expect. We sail using a flag system, matching people to conditions that suit their experience. Trained members volunteer to helm and crew a safety boat. It keeps things easy and relaxed for everyone out on the water.
Learning as You Go
Most people learn to sail here by crewing for others, picking things up on the water, and asking questions along the way. It's a gradual, hands-on way to learn, and members are generous with advice.
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If you'd like something more structured, our Learn to Sail course runs once a year, for up to 12 people.
Come and Meet Us
Pop down on a sailing day, published on our home page. There's no need to arrange it with anyone first. Watch the racing, see what the club's about. Whoever's around is happy to answer questions or show you around, so just ask.
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If you like what you see, let us know and we'll take it from there.
Types of Membership
BSC
£215/year Unlimited sailing and racing, club dinghies (~£6 a session), weekend safety cover, 24-hour clubhouse access (£10 fob), and member's bar prices.
Supporter
£170/year Sailing and racing up to 10 times a year, club dinghies, weekend safety cover, and facilities access on sailing days.
Family add-on
£45 Covers your partner and any children at home or in full-time education.
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Students and pensioners can ask about concession rates. Membership runs by calendar year, regardless of when you joined. All memberships renew every January.