WELCOME TO THE NEXT CHAPTER OF MONMOUTH COUNTY COMMUNITY SAILING

Find your
freedom on the water.

From first-time sailors to the next generation of racers, Sail Belmar brings the Jersey Shore together through unforgettable experiences on Shark River.

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ONE HARBOR, ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

Rooted in the work of Friends of Belmar Harbor, our community sailing center introduces new sailors to the water and gives experienced sailors new places to go. We believe opportunity, confidence and adventure should be accessible to everyone.

Not just Sailing.
A place to belong.

Meet Sail Belmar

PROGRAMS FOR EVERY PATH

Your adventure starts at Sail Belmar

Whether you are seven or seventy, brand new or race-ready, there is a course for you.

Youth Sailing & Summer Camp

Discovery, introductory lessons, Optimist, 420 and advanced sailing for the next generation

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Racing & High Performance

Progress from fundamental skills to Club 420, Optimist and exciting 29er skiff sailing.

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Adult Sailing

Learn the basics, sharpen your skills or schedule a private lesson on Shark River.

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Adaptive Sailing

Sailability and E.S.C.A.P.E. create supportive ways to get on the water.

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2027 SEASON

A summer that stays with you.

Hands-on learning, strong friendships and skills that last long after summer. Explore a progression of courses designed for sailors to move forward at their own pace.

Discover sailing and the Shark River ecosystem
Develop confidence through real boat-handling
Advance into racing and high-performance boats

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News

Friends of Belmar Harbor Announces New Identity as Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center

New name reflects more than 25 years of community sailing, growing programs, and an expanded vision for accessible waterfront recreation on the Shark River BELMAR, N.J. — November 2, 2026 — Friends of Belmar Harbor (FOBH), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing sailing, boating, and waterfront educational opportunities on the Shark River since 1999, is proud to announce its new identity as Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center. The rebranding marks an exciting new cha

Spend Your Summer Coaching Sailing at the Jersey Shore

Friends of Belmar Harbor is hiring a Head Coach and Sailing Instructors for summer 2027. Turn your passion for sailing into a summer of teaching, leadership, and time on the water. The Friends of Belmar Harbor Charitable Education Foundation (FOBH), transitioning to Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center, is seeking motivated, organized, and enthusiastic coaches and instructors to join our 2027 summer staff. Located on the Shark River in Belmar, New Jersey, our community sailin

Help Shape the Future of Community Sailing in Belmar

Friends of Belmar Harbor seeks Advisory Board applicants as it transitions to Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center. The Friends of Belmar Harbour Charitable Education Foundation is inviting parents, alumni, sailing enthusiasts, business leaders, and community members to apply to serve on its Advisory Board during an exciting period of growth and transition. As the organization becomes Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center, the Advisory Board will help guide its next chapter: c

Our impact, our future

Established in 1999, Friends of Belmar Harbor is growing into the Sail Belmar Community Sailing Center.

1999

Nonprofit founded

393 2027

A New Chapter Begins

2026 Program Participants

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Welcoming Community

HELP SHAPE WHAT'S NEXT

Building the future of community sailing.

Scholarships. Boats. Waterfront improvements. Your generosity helps make sailing possible for more people and supports the next generation of programs.

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