At some clubs, “bigger” means better. More locations. More members. More boats. But here’s the secret: when boat clubs scale too fast, access suffers.

Nautical Boat Club® was built differently—from the dock up.

What Is the Member-to-Boat Ratio?

It’s the number of members each club has, compared to how many boats are available.

At some national brands, it can be 12–15 members per boat—which means:

• Waitlists on weekends
• Fewer prime-time reservations
• Members boating less

Nautical caps that number intentionally. In most locations, our ratio stays under 8 members per boat—sometimes even lower.

Why It Matters

Boating isn’t like going to the gym. You’re not popping in for a 30-minute workout.

You’re planning your weekend, bringing guests, packing food, and driving out to the lake.

And when your reservation doesn’t go through?

That’s a lost day.

Our Promise: Keep It Personal

We’d rather grow carefully than disappoint members. That’s why we:

• Expand the fleet as member interest grows
• Staff clubs with local owners and dockmasters
• Audit usage trends monthly to adjust access

It’s not just about adding members—it’s about keeping the experience incredible.

“We joined because we could get a boat on Saturdays. That’s rare at other clubs, but it’s normal here.”

— Member, Sarasota

Quality Over Quantity—Always

If you’re tired of hearing “all booked up,” it’s time for a different model.

See why members actually use their membership at Nautical. Schedule a discovery call today.

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