For over 60 years, we’ve been offering "sailing for all" in our Junior as well as Adult Programs. Last summer, we were very fortunate to work with the DCR Universal Access Program, the EOEA’s (Executive Office of Environmental Affairs) Office of Public Private Partnerships and Genzyme Corporation to expand on our mission by providing sailing for individuals with special needs or those who may need special attention or assistance, to create the Universal Access Program at CBI.

In the Universal Access Program, persons with disabilities and their guests will have the use of specialized, accessible sailboats and transfer equipment, dedicated staff assistance to get in and out of the boats, and sailing instruction, all for only $1.00! Several seat configurations in the boats are available for people with various disabilities. Reserved sessions, usually an hour in length, can be customized to meet individual needs. They can consist of a short sailboat ride for therapeutic recreation or a more learn-to-sail class structure, leading to ratings and expanded sailing privileges.

2008 Schedule:

• June 16th—August 31st (except July 4 and August 21)
• Monday—Friday: 3:00-5:00pm
• Weekends: 10:00-2:00pm

Location / Getting Here

We are conveniently located in the downtown Boston area on the Esplande between the Hatch Memorial Shell and the Longfellow Bridge. The closest T stop is the Charles/ MGH stop from the Red Line on the MBTA, or you can get the Ride to bring you right to our door. If you are coming by car or need to be dropped off to our building, accommodations can be made.