Coconut Grove Sailing Club

What Coconut Grove Sailing Club does

Coconut Grove Sailing Club (CGSC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) community sailing organization founded in 1946 in Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida, operating from a waterfront location at 2990 South Bayshore Drive under a historic 40-year lease with the City of Miami secured in 2025. The club operates across four functional pillars: sailing instruction (adult and youth US Sailing sanctioned programs, sailing camps, certification courses), waterfront services (175 protected moorings in Biscayne Bay, dry and rack storage, transient moorings), member boat-usage programs (Adopt-a-Boat subscriptions for Cruising, Flying Scot, Sunfish & Laser fleets, plus hourly Ensign and kayak rentals), and ancillary operations including The Grove's Nest on-site restaurant and bar and a Race Committee that manages 18+ regattas annually including BBYRA events and Olympic-class competitions.

The club generates revenue through a diversified mix: annual membership dues ($880 + $165 capital assessment + $49.50/month FOM), one-time initiation fees ($1,500 Miami residents, $2,500 non-residents), monthly mooring and storage fees ($82.50 FOM + $12.10/foot), boat-usage subscriptions ($66-$214.50/month), hourly rentals ($15-$38.50), event sponsorships tiered from $500 to $5,000, and restaurant/bar sales. Day-to-day operations are managed by a lean staff including a General Manager, Dock Master, Office Assistant, Operations Director (Restaurant Management), and Chef, with elected volunteer leadership (Commodore, Vice Commodore, Rear Commodore, Secretary, Treasurer) and a Board of Directors.

The organization serves approximately 1,100 members and has introduced over 10,000 children to sailing since founding. Its customer base spans adult sailing enthusiasts, youth and family sailors, competitive racers, boat owners requiring moorage, and community non-profit organizations. GTM motion is community-led, event-driven, and supplemented by direct-to-consumer sailing instruction, with marketing concentrated on the website, The Channel newsletter, Facebook/Instagram, community press, and regatta events.

Name

Coconut Grove Sailing Club

Legal name

CGSCIC Inc.

Website

https://cgsc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Coconut Grove Sailing Club is a non-profit 501(c)(3) community sailing organization in Miami offering US Sailing-sanctioned youth and adult instruction, 175 protected moorings, on-site dining, and race management for 18+ annual regattas serving approximately 1,100 members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sailing Club

NAICS

Marinas (713930)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Sailing & Water Sports Teams/Clubs (Sailing, Rowing, Surfing) (MPAKABAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Marine Recreation Rentals & Tours Retail Counter (On-site Sales) (CRAMAIAM)

Keywords

• Sailing club membership
• Youth sailing programs
• Sailing instruction
• Boat mooring services
• Regatta management

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues and Initiation Fees: Annual membership dues of $880 plus initiation fees ranging from $1,500 (Miami residents) to $2,500 (non-residents). Additional monthly FOM (Facility, Operations, and Maintenance) fees of $49.50.
2. Mooring and Storage Services: Monthly mooring fees of $82.50 FOM plus $12.10 per foot. Strip storage at $60.50 FOM plus $9.63 per foot. Rack storage at $60.50 FOM plus $49.50 monthly. Transient moorings at $2.50 per foot per day.
3. Boat Usage Programs: Adopt-a-Boat programs: Cruising $214.50/month, Flying Scot $104.50/month, Sunfish & Laser $66/month. Hourly boat use at $33-38.50/hour. Kayak rentals at $15-20/hour.
4. Regatta Sponsorships: Sponsorship tiers for events including Olympic Sponsors at $5,000, Red White and Blue at $2,500, Green Gold at $1,000, and Green Silver at $500. Equipment sponsorships for boat hulls and sails.
5. Restaurant and Bar (The Grove's Nest): On-site bar and lounge with food service generating revenue from food and beverage sales. Kitchen hours Tuesday through Sunday 11AM-9PM.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Coconut Grove Sailing Club is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit sailing club offering membership-based access to protected moorings, US Sailing certified adult and youth sailing instruction, sailing camps, member boat usage programs, race committee/regatta management, and on-site dining at The Grove's Nest. All profits are reinvested into youth and adult sailing programs, scholarships, and fleet maintenance. The club operates 175 moorings in the most protected mooring field in Biscayne Bay and hosts 18+ regattas annually.

Product overview

Coconut Grove Sailing Club is a community sailing club founded in 1946 offering a comprehensive suite of sailing-related products and services. The core offerings include US Sailing certified Adult and Youth Sailing Programs, Sailing Camps, and professional Race Committee/Regatta Management services. The club operates a Member Boat Usage system with multiple programs (Adopt a Boat for Cruising, Flying Scot, Sunfish & Laser vessels, Ensign hourly rentals, and Kayaks), alongside Moorings & Storage facilities (175 moorings, strip and rack storage, transient moorings). Additional services include The Grove's Nest restaurant/bar, Hurricane Preparation Seminars, and Club Events. The organization is structured as CGSCIC Inc., an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) non-profit, with membership tiers ranging from Regular to Junior, Associate, and Service Member classifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Adult Sailing Programs US Sailing certified instructional sailing programs teaching adults to sail with US Sailing Certified Instructors. Programs include Basic Keelboat Certification and advanced cruising certifications. Available to members and the public with preferred pricing for members.
• Youth Sailing Programs Sailing education programs for children run by US Sailing Certified Instructors. Includes Learn-to-Sail programs using Pram sailboats, youth racing, and school-year programs. Over 10,000 children have been introduced to sailing through CGSC since 1946.
• Sailing Camps Summer camp and Spring Break sailing programs for kids and teens, teaching children to rig, sail, and be responsible for sailboats.
• Adopt-a-Boat Cruising Program Monthly subscription program ($214.50) allowing certified sailors to reserve and use club cruising vessels including Ensigns, Franela and Flora (Catalina/Beneteau). Requires Basic Cruising Certification minimum.
• Adopt-a-Boat Flying Scot Program Monthly subscription program ($104.50) for shared use of Flying Scot sailboats with racing series and Wednesday night racing included. Saturday racing $60.
• Adopt-a-Boat Sunfish & Laser Program Monthly subscription program ($66) for shared use of Sunfish and Laser sailboats with fleet captain checkout required.
• Member Boat Use Ensign Program Hourly boat rental program for keelboats at $33/hour (Regular Members) or $38.50/hour (other membership classes). Requires Basic Keelboat Certification and instructor checkout.
• Member Boat Use Kayaks Hourly kayak rental at $15/hour (Regular Members) or $20/hour (other membership classes), available on first-come-first-served basis.
• Moorings & Storage 175 protected moorings in Biscayne Bay accommodating vessels up to 48 ft, with on-demand 24/7 launch service, fresh water, pump-out facilities, and monthly billing. Monthly mooring: $82.50 FOM + $12.10 per foot.
• Strip & Rack Storage Dry storage options for boats on strip ($60.50 FOM + $9.63/ft monthly) and rack ($60.50 FOM + $49.50/month) facilities.
• Transient Moorings Short-term mooring availability at $2.50 per foot per day for visiting sailors.
• Race Committee & Regatta Management Professional race management hosting 18+ regattas annually with US Sailing Certified Race Officers. Supports BBYRA events, youth international competitions, and Olympic qualifier races.
• Halloween Howler Regatta Annual Halloween sailing tradition regatta with sponsorship tiers from Olympic Sponsors ($5,000) to Green Silver Sponsors ($500) and equipment sponsorship opportunities.
• The Grove's Nest Restaurant and Bar On-site bar and lounge with indoor/outdoor seating, seasonal American casual menu, views of Biscayne Bay, and Friday night live music performances. Kitchen hours Tuesday through Sunday 11AM-9PM.
• Hurricane Preparation Seminar Annual hurricane preparation training offered in May, June, and July to educate boat owners on storm preparation, evacuation procedures, and windage reduction.
• Club Events Social events including 4th of July BBQ, Officer Installation Dinner, New Year's Eve, Dog Day, and annual rendezvous gatherings.
• Membership Programs Various membership tiers including Regular Member ($1500-2500 initiation, $880 annual dues), Junior Member ($330 annual), Associate Member ($880 annual), Non-Resident Member, and Service Member (US Armed Forces) options with different fee structures.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10,000+ children introduced to sailing since 1946
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• US Sailing AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1946CGSC is an affiliate of US Sailing Association. All sailing instruction courses are sanctioned by US Sailing Association. The club's Race Committee Principal Race Officers hold US Sailing Certified Race Officer Credentials.
• Biscayne Bay Yacht Racing Association (BBYRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCGSC Race Committee members conduct world class regattas and help other BBYRA clubs in international and local regattas throughout South Florida. CGSC hosts BBYRA events as part of the racing calendar.
• City of MiamicoreOthersCoconut Grove Sailing Club secured a historic 40-year lease with the City of Miami, providing long-term stability for club operations at its South Bayshore Drive location.
• Community Non-Profit OrganizationsminorOthersClub opens its meeting room at no charge to community non-profit organizations as part of community outreach programs. Also offers community service sailing programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Shake-A-Leg Miami: Miami-based community sailing nonprofit operating sailing programs, youth instruction, and adaptive sailing from Coconut Grove waterfront. Overlapping mission around youth outreach and water access in the same Biscayne Bay geography.
• SailTime: Fractional and membership-based sailing access model enabling members to reserve sailboats by the hour or month. Competes for entry-level sailors and boat-usage customers who might otherwise join a yacht club's Adopt-a-Boat program.

Others

• US Sailing Association: National governing body for sailing in the U.S. CGSC is an affiliate and runs US Sailing-sanctioned instructional programs and certified Race Officers. Industry partner/regulator rather than direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Coral Reef Yacht Club: Founded 1951, Miami-based yacht club offering sailing instruction, racing, mooring, and dining to a similar membership base in the same South Florida market as CGSC. Directly competes for members, mooring customers, and regatta hosting.
• Fort Lauderdale Yacht Club: Established Florida yacht club offering adult and youth sailing programs, racing, moorings, and social events in the broader South Florida market. Comparable nonprofit-style member club model serving cruising and racing sailors.
• Key Biscayne Yacht Club: Member-based yacht club in Key Biscayne offering racing, sailing instruction, moorings, and clubhouse dining. Competes for Miami-area sailors and boaters with overlapping youth and adult programming.
• Miami Yacht Club: Historic Miami yacht club on Key Biscayne providing sailing programs, racing, moorings, dining, and youth sailing for the same regional member base. Closest peer by location, scale, and service mix.
• Palm Beach Sailing Club: Florida sailing club operating sailing instruction, racing, and youth programs with a similar community-club orientation. Competes for cruisers and youth sailors in adjacent South Florida geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=pK9bRpDxvXI
• Facebookfacebook.com/howlerregatta
• Instagraminstagram.com/cgscyouthracing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/coconut-grove-sailing-club

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles24 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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