Sailboats lined up at the Texas Sailing dock on Lake Travis

Sailing Club Membership

Sail more. Own less. Save real money.

Name: Texas Sailing Club Memberships
Brand: Texas Sailing
Price: $40 / month USD

Four membership options designed around how often you actually get on the water, Club, Advantage, Premier, and Associate.

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The largest charter fleet on Lake Travis, without the slip fees.

Texas Sailing has been on Lake Travis since 1965. Our memberships let you sail the boat you want, on the day you want, without worrying about maintenance, insurance, fueling, or pump-outs. Pick the tier that matches how often you sail, we'll handle the rest.

Four ways to be a member.

Every tier includes professionally maintained boats that arrive clean, fueled, and ready. Pricing and setup fees confirmed by phone.

Club

Perfect if you sail every other month

$40 / month

+ one-time $400 initial fee

For sailors who love the lake but don't want to own a boat. Club Membership starts paying for itself around 5–6 sails a year, with healthy discounts on charters, training, and Texas Sailing flotillas.

25% off charters spring, summer, and fall
50% off charters Nov – February (excludes half-day)
10% off training, seminars, and clinics
24/7 access to our online booking system

Best for: 5–6 sails per year

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Advantage

Ideal for weekday (non-peak) sailors

From $95 / month

+ one-time $400 initial fee

A fixed monthly payment for sailors with weekday flexibility. We allocate annual credits based on your plan, peak weekend sails use more credits than weekdays. A favorite of retirees on a fixed budget and younger sailors managing tight ones.

Predictable fixed monthly payment
Annual credit bank for half-day & full-day sails
Access to a select range of charter boats
10% off training, seminars, and clinics

Best for: Weekday sailors on a budget

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Premier

For frequent sailors who don't want to own

Call for pricing

Based on chosen sailboat + one-time $400 initial fee

Reserve up to 15 sailing days per quarter (60 per year). When the boat isn't booked, take it out without using a quota day. Limited to 3 leasees per boat, we'll help match you to one that fits your schedule.

Up to 15 reserved sail days per quarter
Bonus same-day sails when boat is unbooked
No slip fees, insurance, or maintenance bills
Maximum 3 leasees per boat

Best for: Frequent sailors, fixed costs

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For owners of boats outside our fleet

Associate

$20 / month

+ $200 initial fee

Already own your sailboat? Use it inside Texas Sailing Club programs and events, including our Beer Can Race Series, Lake Travis destination sails, raft-ups, and exotic flotillas around the world.

Beer Can Race Series participation
Lake Travis destination sails & raft-ups
Exotic flotillas worldwide
An active community of sailing friends
20% off Texas Sailing service labor rates

Best for: Existing sailboat owners

Inquire about Associate

Not sure which tier fits? 512-261-6193 , we'll talk through your sailing year and recommend the right option.

What you'll be sailing

The fleet members get to choose from.

Members charter from the largest fleet on Lake Travis. Specs, capacities, and full details on the rentals page.

"Seaquence"

Beneteau 343

Cruising World's 2009 Boat of the Year, bimini shade, wheel steering, spacious interior, and dockside A/C.

Length: 34 ft
Crew: 8 day / 4 night

"Grace"

Beneteau Oceanis 35

Dual helms, fold-down transom with a huge swim platform, and a hard-chined hull built for upwind work.

Length: 35 ft
Crew: 8 day / 4 night

"Lone Spar"

Beneteau 373

Comfortable cruiser with a large shaded cockpit, walk-thru transom, and a private head with separate shower.

Length: 37 ft
Crew: 8 day / 6 night

"Waiaroha"

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410

Elegant comfort meets high-performance design, full galley, three cabins, and a walk-thru transom.

Length: 41 ft
Crew: 8 day / 6 night

Want to take the helm yourself? See sailboat rentals →

Become a member

Tell us how often you sail and we'll recommend the right tier within one business day.

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Membership FAQs

Which membership is right for me?+

Around 5–6 sails a year, Club starts to pay for itself. If your schedule is mostly weekday, look at Advantage. If you want frequent access without owning, choose Premier. If you already own a boat, Associate gets you into our race series and flotillas.

Is there a contract or commitment?+

Memberships are month-to-month. Most tiers have a one-time $400 initial fee, call us and we'll walk through the right fit.

Do members get priority booking?+

Yes. Club, Advantage, and Premier members all get 24/7 access to our online booking system, and Premier members get reserved quota days each quarter.

Do I need to be certified to charter as a member?+

Yes, bareboat-level certification (or equivalent verified experience) is required to skipper our boats. Not certified yet? Our US Sailing courses can get you there.

Want to see the boats and rates first? Browse the rental fleet →