Chicago Yacht Share

Specialties

Chicago Yacht Share’s Bare-​boat Charter provides the best way to enjoy a pristine, performance cruiser without the hassle and expense of maintenance, insurance, and storage. If you don’t know how to sail, Chicago Yacht Share provides American Sailing Association lessons aboard our (2012) Jeanneau 379. Never been sailing and want to try it out before you commit, try a private or semi-​private Captained Charter.

Current Offerings:

Chicago Air and Water Show Sail:

Sail, swim, and watch the Chicago Air and Water Show this Sunday from 10am-​3pm, (5 hour sail) $ 175/​per person, ($ 75 off the regular $ 250 price).

Basic Introduction To Sailing Class Aboard a 2012 Jeanneau 379:

$ 99. This 2.5 hour, hands-​on class, is only $ 99 (51% off the regular $ 200 price).

History

Established in 2012.

Captain Norm has been sailing since he was a teen and before he could drive a car. He has enjoyed «unofficially» teaching friends and family how to sail, long before Chicago Yacht Share ever evolved. He also raced on Lake Michigan for 10 years. Chicago Yacht Share was incorporated in January of 2012. The first year exceeded our expectations and we are «on-​board» with our plans to add more boats, more locations, and reciprocal fractional use.

Meet the Business Owner

Norm Z.

Business Owner

Master 50 Ton License: Auxiliary Sail and Towing endorsements

FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit (MROP)

Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)

National Safety Council: First Aid, CPR and AED Certified

Scuba Schools International Open Water Diver

ASA 101 and ASA 103 Certified Instructor

Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW)

45 Years of sailing experience