Race Crew Memberships

Racing and Membership

It has always been an expectation that those who use NSC’s facilities, services, and programs on a regular basis, for whatever reason, be members of the club. This is particularly true and has long been a tradition for those who participate regularly in the members race program. Our extensive race program is a core club activity central to the success of our club, which is supported by general membership revenue.

So if you are a regular racing crew, please ensure that your membership is up to date. Similarly, if you’re an owner/skipper, please ensure that your regular crew are also club members.

Introductory Races

Of course, this doesn’t mean that you can’t invite non-members to come out racing, or for a sail. In fact, there’s perhaps no better way to show off the club and its facilities to prospective members than to invite them out on a race night, and show them what a vibrant club we have! We encourage prospective members to sign up at the Crew Bank. But once someone has been out a few times and has seen what the club has to offer, or joins a regular race team, they should be encouraged to become a member and contribute financially to the health of the club.

Crewing/Social Memberships

A crewing/social membership offers full access to the club and its facilities, the sailing/race program, social events, and discounted pricing on galley food. There are no initiation fees, no requirements to be nominated, and the cost is about a third of what it costs to join most gyms in the city — it really is one of the best deals in town!

New Members’ Information and the current Fee Schedule are available on-line.

Fleet Representatives are asked to ensure that everyone in their fleet is aware of the above expectations.

To learn more about NSC’s sailing and race program, or for any questions, please feel free to contact me, or the Membership Director.

Mike Roper

Fleet Captain

Page updated: 2026-06-08.