Cottage Park Yacht Club

What Cottage Park Yacht Club does

Cottage Park Yacht Club (CPYC) is a private, member-owned boating and social club incorporated in 1902 under a charter from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and headquartered at 76 Orlando Avenue, Winthrop, Massachusetts on Boston Harbor. The club serves a regional membership of boating enthusiasts and families, with over 40% of members identified as boat owners. Its operations are organized around three pillars: marine facilities (63 permanent marina slips, two mooring fields, a Floater Program, temporary slip rentals, and a USCG-licensed launch service called the Windjammer), sailing programs (an 8-week Youth Sailing Program serving approximately 75 young sailors annually, Adult Learn-to-Sail, Wednesday Night Racing, Frostbite Sailing in winter, and multiple competitive regattas including the Make-A-Wish Regatta, JFK Regatta, Constitution Cup, and Rumble II), and onshore clubhouse amenities (the Pilot House tavern, the Westerly event hall, candlepin bowling lanes, and a gym). The Membership Program is the gating product, with tiers ranging from Youth Associate ($110/year) to Regular ($1,448/year), and includes a reciprocal privileges network with the Yachting Club of America's approximately 800 affiliated clubs.

The business model is diversified across recurring subscriptions and transactional revenue. Recurring streams include membership dues (Regular $1,448, Social $862, Young Adult/Trial $1,269, Non-Resident $773), marina and mooring fees ($600/season for moorings, plus seniority-assigned permanent slips), and program subscriptions (Boat Loan Program, Frostbite Sailing, Wednesday Night Racing Season Pass). Transactional streams include Pilot House food and beverage sales (subsidized via $300 in member chits), Westerly hall rentals ($475-$2,000 depending on event), candlepin bowling lane rentals ($20/2 hours), Make-A-Wish Regatta sponsorships ($500-$10,000+ tiers), and Ship Store merchandise via OrderMyGear. Customer acquisition is gated — prospective members must be sponsored by two existing members in good standing, complete a background check, interview, and a one-year provisional period — creating a community-led, referral-driven growth model.

The technology stack is entirely off-the-shelf SaaS: WordPress for the website, Regatta Management Solutions (regattaman.com) for race registration, GiveSmart for event fundraising, OrderMyGear for merchandise, Google Forms/Sheets and PayPal for forms and payments, and Wix for the youth sailing shop. There is no proprietary technology, mobile app, or developer-facing API. The club is governed by elected flag officers (Commodore Al Powell for 2026, Vice Commodore Charles Newman, Rear Commodore Gillian Teixeira), a Board of Directors, and a set of volunteer committees — consistent with the traditional, member-operated governance model of historic New England yacht clubs.

Name

Cottage Park Yacht Club

Legal name

Cottage Park Yacht Club, Inc.

Website

https://cpyc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1902

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cottage Park Yacht Club is a private, member-owned boating and social club founded in 1902 on Boston Harbor in Winthrop, Massachusetts, serving regional members through marina and mooring facilities, a youth and adult sailing program, competitive regattas, and onshore amenities including a tavern, event hall, and bowling.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Yacht Club / Recreational Boating Club

NAICS

Marinas (71393), Marinas (713930)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Charters & Yacht Experiences (Crewed, Bareboat, Day Charters) (THAJAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Marina & Waterfront Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAK)

Keywords

• Private yacht club
• Marina services
• Sailing instruction
• Recreational boating
• Social club facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Winthrop

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Regular, Social, Young Adult, Trial, and Youth Associate members. Regular membership $1,448/year, Social $862/year, Young Adult $1,269/year, plus application fees and cardkey deposits.
2. Marina and Marine Facilities: Revenue from permanent marina slips (63 slips with 5-6 year wait period), temporary slip rentals, moorings, and floater program fees. Mooring fee $600/year plus membership dues.
3. Food and Beverage (Pilot House): The Pilot House tavern generates revenue through food and beverage sales. Members receive 'chits' ($300 included in membership) that can be spent at the Pilot House.
4. Event Venue Rental (The Westerly): The Westerly function hall is rented to members for private events. Rental fees: $475-$675 depending on guest count, $2,000 for wedding receptions, plus kitchen/cleaning fees.
5. Youth Sailing Program: Revenue from youth sailing program enrollment (approximately 75 sailors annually) and non-member participation options.
6. Boat Loan Program: Tier 1 ($110/member) for kayak/SUP rentals, Tier 2 ($300/member) for kayaks plus Rhodes 19 sailboat access.
7. Bowling Alley Rentals: Candlepin bowling lane rentals at $20 per 2 hours per alley for members and guests.
8. Ship Store: Embroidered apparel and branded merchandise sold through online store.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Cottage Park Yacht Club is a private membership organization founded in 1902 on Boston Harbor in Winthrop, Massachusetts. It provides members with marina and mooring facilities, sailing instruction (youth and adult), competitive regattas, dining at The Pilot House tavern, event venue rental at The Westerly, candlepin bowling, gym access, and an active social calendar. Revenue is generated primarily through annual membership dues, slip/mooring rentals, program fees, food and beverage sales, and event rentals.

Product overview

Cottage Park Yacht Club is a private boating and social club founded in 1902, situated on Boston Harbor in Winthrop, MA. The club offers a diverse portfolio of marine and social products organized around sailing programs, marina facilities, and clubhouse amenities. The core sailing offerings include the Youth Sailing Program (8-week summer learn-to-sail serving 75+ sailors), Adult Learn-to-Sail (beginner and intermediate), Wednesday Night Racing/Boston Harbor Handicap Racing, Frostbite Sailing (winter), Nautical Nights cruises, and competitive regattas including the Make-A-Wish Regatta Weekend (31-year, $1M+ raised), Constitution Cup, JFK Regatta, Rumble II, and Snipe A/B Regatta. Marine facilities encompass 63 marina slips, two mooring fields, the Windjammer launch service, Boat Loan Program (kayaks, paddleboards, Rhodes 19s), Floater Program, and Temporary Slip Rental. Onshore, The Pilot House provides members-only tavern dining with waterfront views, The Westerly offers event hall rentals for up to 150 guests, four candlepin bowling lanes host winter leagues, and a gym provides fitness equipment. The Ship Store sells branded merchandise online. Membership is required for waterfront access and starts at $1,448/year for Regular class, with additional fees for marina facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Pilot House: Members-only tavern with waterfront views, outdoor deck, dining menu, and full bar serving local microbrews.
• The Westerly
• Windjammer

Products and services

• Membership Program Private club membership with classes including Regular ($1,448/year), Social ($862), Young Adult ($1,269), Trial ($1,269), and Youth Associate ($110). Includes waterfront privileges, clubhouse access, and social events. Membership requires sponsorship by two existing members in good standing.
• Marina and Mooring Facilities 63 permanent marina slips awarded by seniority, two mooring fields (east and west), floater program, temporary slip rentals, and USCG-licensed launch service. Season runs May 1 through Columbus Day weekend.
• Youth Sailing Program An 8-week summer learn-to-sail program serving approximately 75 beginner, intermediate, and advanced young sailors aged 8 and older. Uses Optimist, N10, C420, and RS Feva dinghies with emphasis on water safety, teamwork, boat care, and confidence building.
• Adult Learn-to-Sail Beginner and intermediate sailing instruction program using club Rhodes-19s and privately owned boats. LTS-1 teaches fundamentals; LTS-2 (new Summer 2026) prepares participants for boat loan certification.
• Wednesday Night Racing Weekly evening racing series in Boston Harbor using ORR-ez handicap system. Two series per season with Rumble events included. Open to vessels with valid ORR-ez certificates and CPYC one design classes.
• Make-A-Wish Regatta Weekend Annual charity sailing event featuring Youth Regatta, One Design Race, and Pursuit Race. 31-year tradition raising over $1 million for Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
• Constitution Cup Annual Mass Bay Qualifying Race sponsored by Boston Harbor Handicap Racing and CPYC. Features two races with warning signal at noon.
• JFK Regatta Annual regatta serving as MBSA Season Championship qualifier. Awards the Perpetual JFK Trophy bronze bust to first-place victors in each class.
• Rumble II Greater Boston Rumble Series race hosted by CPYC, Constitution Yacht Club, and Hingham Bay Racing. Governed by MBSA General Sailing Instructions.
• Snipe A/B Regatta Team-based competitive sailing event with teams of four competing in two divisions on Boston Harbor. Includes boat storage, crane launching, and social events at CPYC.
• Winthrop Frostbite Sailing Club Winter sailing club running November through April every Sunday. Features Interclub and Laser fleets with short course dinghy racing. Operates from CPYC with loaner boats available.
• Nautical Nights Voluntary sunset cruise program connecting CPYC boat owners with enthusiasts. Runs Thursday evenings during summer season with flexible weekly signup.
• Windjammer Launch Service USCG-licensed launch boat transporting members between main float and vessels in mooring areas. Operates on VHF Channel 78 with seasonal hours.
• Boat Loan Program Tiered rental program from Memorial Day through September. Tier 1 ($110) includes kayaks and paddleboards; Tier 2 ($300) adds Rhodes 19 sailboat. Reservations open 4 days in advance.
• Floater Program Allows mooring members to use vacant marina slips when permanent occupants are absent. Up to four seasonal floater slots awarded by seniority.
• The Pilot House Members-only tavern with waterfront views, outdoor deck, rotating menu with daily specials, and full bar featuring local microbrews. Open Tuesday through Sunday with kitchen service until 9 PM.
• The Westerly Members-only waterfront event hall accommodating up to 150 guests. Available for weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings with modern audio-visual equipment. Rental fees range from $475 to $2,000.
• Candlepin Bowling Four candlepin bowling lanes hosting men's and women's leagues weekday afternoons and evenings during winter months. Lanes available for rental at $20 per 2-hour session.
• Gym Facilities Members-only fitness facility featuring treadmills, elliptical machines, rowing machines, cycling equipment, free weights, power rack, stretching area, and bathrooms with showers.
• Ship Store Online merchandise store selling CPYC-branded apparel, headgear, and accessories for men, women, youth, and toddlers. Powered by OrderMyGear platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• $1 million raised for Make-A-Wish over 31 years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Yachting Club of America (YCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPYC is a registered member of YCA, which has reciprocal privilege agreements with nearly 800 yacht clubs throughout the United States. Members can access other YCA clubs' facilities including short-term berthing, meal and bar service, and heads/showers when traveling.
• Mass Bay Sailing Association (MBSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPYC is a member organization of MBSA, the premier sailing organization in the region. MBSA promotes the sport of sailing through volunteer efforts and member organizations at all levels in Massachusetts Bay. CPYC participates in MBSA racing series and qualifies sailors for Mass Bay Championships.
• Chelsea Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Chelsea Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• Hull Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Hull Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• Medford Boat ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Medford Boat Club facilities and vice versa.
• Nantasket Beach Salt Water ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club facilities and vice versa.
• Pleasant Park Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Pleasant Park Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• Port Norfolk Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Port Norfolk Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• Shewsbury Sailing & Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use Shewsbury Sailing & Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• South Boston Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use South Boston Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• South Shore Yacht ClubminorOthersReciprocal privilege agreement allowing CPYC members to use South Shore Yacht Club facilities and vice versa.
• Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode IslandflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPYC hosts annual Regatta to Benefit Make-A-Wish, now in its 32nd year. The event has raised $1 million over 31 years for the foundation. Goal for 2026 is $100,000 to grant wishes to eight children.
• Puritz Marine ServicesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMooring service provider referenced on CPYC website for moorings. Contact: Nate Puritz.
• Elite Embroidery MAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperates the CPYC Ship Store, selling embroidered apparel and branded merchandise to members.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Safe Harbor Marinas: Largest U.S. marina operator offering slips, storage, and boating services. Comparable only on the marina-operations dimension; serves transient and slip-rental customers rather than a membership club model.
• New York Yacht Club: Historic and substantially larger private yacht club with multiple clubhouses, marina, and reciprocal network. Comparable membership model at much greater scale and prestige tier.
• Annapolis Yacht Club: Larger, well-established East Coast yacht club with extensive marina, racing, and youth sailing infrastructure. Comparable full-service yacht-club model at greater scale than CPYC.

Direct peers

• Marblehead Yacht Club: Massachusetts yacht club with active one-design and PHRF racing, junior sailing, and reciprocal privileges. Strongly comparable in scope and member base to CPYC.
• Chelsea Yacht Club: Reciprocal-privilege partner yacht club located near Boston Harbor. Operates a similar membership model with marina access and racing programs.
• Eastern Yacht Club: Historic Massachusetts yacht club founded in 1870 in Marblehead offering marina, dining, racing, and youth sailing. Comparable membership-club structure and New England sailing community overlap.
• Corinthian Yacht Club: Marblehead-based private yacht club with marina, mooring, racing, and social programming. Directly comparable to CPYC in operating model and member demographics.
• Boston Yacht Club: Private membership yacht club located on Boston Harbor with marina, dining, sailing programs, and reciprocal privileges. Closely comparable membership model and geographic catchment to CPYC.
• Hull Yacht Club: Reciprocal-privilege partner yacht club serving boaters on Massachusetts Bay. Similar private-membership structure and recreational programming.
• Constitution Yacht Club: Greater Boston sailing club that co-hosts the Rumble II series with CPYC. Comparable racing-focused yacht club operating in the same Boston Harbor region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CottageParkYC
• Facebookfacebook.com/CPYCWinthrop
• Instagraminstagram.com/cottageparkyc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cottage-park-yacht-club

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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