Sailing Marina Sunday Sail Club— The Best Sailing in Marina Del Rey Marina

By: HEIDI MYLO

ries from skippers who complained that they invited guests who never showed up or were not very seaworthy if they did.

On the other hand, many people really wanted to go sailing but didn’t know any boat owners. Thus, the idea behind the club is to suit the desires of both the skippers and the crew. It brings them together to participate in outstanding sailing days with knowledgeable, enthusiastic and involved people.

tured to the point where it was not feasible to be run by just a few people, and it was decided to elect officers and collect a small number of dues. At this time, the name was changed from the original title of “The Crew” to the “Marina Single Sailing Club.” [The club was created to bring singles with common interests together.]

In 1984 the club was incorporated in California, and a few bylaws were written. In 2008 in keeping with changing demographics and to attract a more extensive base, the term “Singles” was dropped from the club’s name and replaced with “Sunday,” reflecting our ongoing practice of meeting and sailing on Sundays.

MARINA DEL REY

The Sunday Sailing Club in Marina del Rey called the Marina Sunday Sail Club (MSSC) welcomes everyone from beginners to experienced crew and skippers to test and learn new skills out on the water.

The course begins at 10 a.m. with a light brunch followed by afternoon sailing in Santa Monica Bay and a dock party with wine and cheese (BYOB). The entire experience costs $15, and participants will learn, practice, or sharpen their sailing skills.

The club meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday at Burton Chase Park Clubhouse from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For those interested in becoming a member, the cost is $100 per year. That fee will include 22 brunches, 22 sails, and 22 dock parties, including annual holiday parties and 4-8 sails