Grand Bahama Sailing Club

Grand Bahama Sailing Club A mainly volunteer driven organization to teach kids sailing. The Club also offers tennis. Take pro football-a pretty comple sport, right?

"Have you ever tried to explain to a non-sailor what makes sailing so fascinating and challenging, or harder yet, justify why it ofter seems that the only thing sailors talk about is sailing? but every game is played on the same size feild, in the same amount of time, against the same amount of people, week after week, all over the country. Now imagine, just for a minute, that every field was a di

fferent size; that, in fact th boundaries changed during the game. furthermore, the playing surface moved along under the feet of the players and varied in speed and direction throughout the game. In addition some areas of the field were soggy, others icy, and still others sandy, with irregular one foot high ridges running all over. The game would still be the intricate offensive vs. defensive with high premium on excellent individual performances. But there would only be 11 guys per team. no specialist teams, no offensive unit seperate from the defensive unit, no punt return team, and no guy to come out just to kick the extra point. In fact, there would be no substitutes, no trainers, and no coaches high up in the grandstands looking down on the game, analyzing the upcoming defensive formations. When you stop to think about it sailing is possibly the most complex sport in the world."

It was another cold one at Opti NAMS. Darren is holding on to the number 2 spot among the Bahamians.
27/05/2026

It was another cold one at Opti NAMS. Darren is holding on to the number 2 spot among the Bahamians.

Here's Darren all bundled up to face the Canadian cold at Opti NAMS!
27/05/2026

Here's Darren all bundled up to face the Canadian cold at Opti NAMS!

After a chilly day one of Opti NAMS Darren Cooper is ranked number one among the Bahamians and 44th in his fleet. Way to...
24/05/2026

After a chilly day one of Opti NAMS Darren Cooper is ranked number one among the Bahamians and 44th in his fleet. Way to go Darren!

A Youtube video about my recent ASA 103-104 course. Thanks for putting the word out Brian!
23/05/2026

A Youtube video about my recent ASA 103-104 course. Thanks for putting the word out Brian!

ASA certification 103-104 at the Grand Bahama Sailing club. Call me...

A special treat today. We sailed a Pulse 600 trimaran! Our top speed was 11 knots!
19/05/2026

A special treat today. We sailed a Pulse 600 trimaran! Our top speed was 11 knots!

Grand Bahama sailor Darren Cooper will be heading to Opti North Americans in Halifax this week. He is ranked #2 in the ...
18/05/2026

Grand Bahama sailor Darren Cooper will be heading to Opti North Americans in Halifax this week. He is ranked #2 in the Bahamas. This will be his first international competition. Go Darren!

Go Darren!
10/05/2026

Go Darren!

Introducing the talented team of junior sailors poised to compete in the Optimist North American Championship, taking place from May 21-28 in Halifax, Canada! These dedicated young athletes are putting in the hard work, training at both Lyford Cay and at the Nassau Yacht Club honing their skills. For many of them, this upcoming event represents an exciting milestone, as it will be their first opportunity to compete beyond the shores of The Bahamas.
Competing in the Optimist North Americans isn’t just about racing; it’s a transformative experience that will shape their growth as sailors and as individuals. They will face new challenges that will test their sailing skills, teach them how to navigate diverse conditions, and inspire them to formulate strategies against a wide array of competitors. Each race will be a lesson in resilience, adaptability, and teamwork—qualities that are essential for their future in the sport.
Regarded as one of the most prestigious and competitive regional events for junior sailors in Optimist dinghies, the Optimist North Americans promises a week filled with talent, determination, and a heartwarming spirit of camaraderie that will bond these young sailors for a lifetime. This journey is just the beginning, and the experiences they will gain will forever shape their paths in the world of competitive sailing!
From left to right:
Lucas Stokes, 13
James Hunnicutt, 14
Tyrell Rolle, 11
Daliyah Culmer, 13
Darren Cooper, 13


10/05/2026

Darren is getting ready for Opti NAMS!

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No. 6 Main Royal Close
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Opening Hours

Monday 15:30 - 18:30
Tuesday 15:30 - 18:00
Wednesday 15:30 - 17:30
Thursday 15:30 - 18:00

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727-SAIL (7245)

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