Natasha took us out this past weekend for our three hour intro tour (Like Gilligan's island so don't think we weren't worried cause you know what happened to them). I've spent a bunch of time on and under the water, years in fact, but always under motor power so this was an entirely new thing for me and I am shocked that I waited decades to learn the basics. We had a blast! Natasha, our captain and HSIC, (Head sailor in charge) was great with a simple step but step process combined with great attention attention to detail and focus that I so appreciate as a military instructor because its the little things that when learned well, make all the difference. I am pretty sure that we took off two years of her with our lack of mad skilz but she didn't say anything lol. If you're anything like me then you know how to sail, IN ONE DIRECTION LOL. Its getting turned back around and heading home that is a real challenge and even on this first time out we had a great understanding of how much there is to know but how basic the basics are given the time that we will now put into learning and practicing them. We are on our way back for our next lesson this next week and if I am not stranded on an island for seven seasons like Gilligan was then ill write another review. If you've thought about sailing then I highly suggest this company and Redondo location because of the way the harbor and inlet is built. Lots of space to sail around in before or after you get on the open ocean. Funny ive been a sailor for over 20 years in the Navy but never learned how to sail until last week. Bon Voyage! Coach Mac www.eagleonenavy.com www.Directaction.us read more

Marina Sailing - Having a blast learning how to sail with Captain Natasha!!! - Boating Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Ted is an Excellent instructor!! My husband and I are totally different learners and Ted was so patient and clear. He explained various sailing concepts in such a clear manner that we both are becoming responsible sailors without killing each other read more

I didn't have too much interaction with their staff since I was a guest of the actual renter but they seemed nice and were happy to help with the immediate requests we had when we got to the boat in King Harbor / Redondo Beach. That said, the boat was dirty. In my opinion too dirty for being a charter. Didn't look like anyone had cleaned up aside from taking dirty linens off (we had to ask for fresh linen) and taking out the garbage (mostly). The provided dish ware had to be scrubbed, kitchen needed a once over and we found some more trash in the cabinets that hadn't made it into the can. Felt like nobody had checked before we boarded. We did have to fill the fresh water tanks as one was near empty as well. The head was clean and she didn't smell bad, real plus there. On the more technical side the boat performed its functions, providing adequate transportation, for the duration. The engine started every time and ran fine as did the battery systems and charger. Overall no signs of damage as far as the basics. On to the bad ... frayed and corroded lifelines, a thumbnail size hole barely patched in the transom, a jib winch with a broken self tailer, a helm that was loose, just about every block needs a good clean / lube, a mainsheet traveler that was sticky (at best) with cam cleats that let it slip and finally, a mainsail that wasn't just missing slides but must have been a decade or two old, since it split it's top seam in about 12 knots of wind leaving us to motor. We had a good look at the sail once we made it to harbor and there were multiple (very obvious) areas where the stitching had just given out. Really a shame, cause we were having a great sail up to that point. Overall we had a great trip. I would have enjoyed sailing more and motoring less but she held up and got us home without further incident. As far as my rental and somewhat limited sailing experience goes - less than par though, even for a rental. read more

PLEASE!!! DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!! I CANNOT STRESS HOW POOR THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS. I spent 6 days speaking to JD in this office to rent a boat for 4th of July and 2 days before they rented the boat out from under me. No apologies, no phone calls, no mention EVER of the "first come, first serve policy" Ted, faxed me a contract and I returned it in the evening. They rented it to someone else that morning??!! Chris, the owner, was rude, and had no explanation for why I was never told about the "policy" It is a ridiculous way to run a business. Right hand doesn't know what the left is doing. It has ruined my plans for the 4th, caused expense for those who were traveling and left everyone in our party empty-handed. I have never written a review on YELP. First time. So believe me when I say, this was BAD business. Wendy K read more

I had a great time taking some of my sailing lessons through marina sailing in MDR area. However, Marina Sailing charges you membership dues automatically every quarter without notifying you first. On top of it, I have not been able to get this "Chris" person to help me. Apparently she is the only person who can address the membership dues. Jd from RB Marina Sailing disclosed Chris's email to me and it's been 3 months since I initially wrote to them to ask for help with this. I have gotten NO response. The lack of help and continuous harassment with the dues must stop. Be careful with what you sign up for!!! And they offer you NO support or whatsoever once they have your money! read more

This company makes if very hard to cancel there membership, also speaking with Lisa Mallory on the phone she had a very rude tone and just made it more frustrating. Needless to say I will be sending my formal letter ... ( really ) to cancel my membership.... read more

Do not sign up for their membership. They have the worst customer service. They do not tell you honestly how they will charge you. They over-drafted our bank account, because they were dishonest about how they were going to charge us. Once you sign up, they tell you it's possible to cancel your membership, but they will say they cannot do it. Instead they will tell you to email someone that will never ever get back to you. read more

It was an intimate day with marine habitat, truly enjoyed Gayle & crew.. That ride rocked my world loved it... P/S KISSED THE GROUND WHEN WE RETURNED read more

My interest in sailing was first stoked by an introductory class that I took at USC. When I completed the course, I began a fairly extensive search for the best ASA certification program and sailing club in Southern California. After speaking with about 5 or 6, I decided that Marina Sailing was the place to go. I'm currently participating in their Complete Sailing Course, which has been a blast! I'm through a little more than half of the classes, and I already feel completely confident in my ability to captain a boat from the slip, out in the ocean, and back to port. The best part is that all of the instruction has been on water, so I have been able to develop both academic and practical understanding of sailing. Can't wait to finish the program and make way to Catalina! read more

We chartered "Achiever" out of Redondo Beach for a much-anticipated, 8-day family vacation to Catalina Island, scheduled to begin on 8/6/2017, that turned into a complete disaster because of lack of maintenance of the boat. Upon returning on the 6th day of the charter, the company refused to compensate us for the problems we encountered, but merely said they would credit us for the 3-days we were unable to use. I am still waiting to see the credit appear on our credit card. This is an excerpt of the 7-page report we wrote, shortened to fit the Yelp review character-limit. Items found broken and/or inoperable: 1. Catch for the latch on the port aft cockpit locker (where the propane is stored) 2. VHF Radio 3. Anchor Light 4. Alternator 5. Missing shore power receptacle cover - no doubt shorting out the alternator 6. House water supply (ran out when 50% full?) 7. Shower sumps 8. Shore power system 9. Leak in aft sink 10. Excessive bilge leakage 11. Tank gauges 12. DVD Player 13. External Speakers 14. Steering Wheel (spokes and leather covering) 15. Dingy 16. Dingy motor mount 17. Transmission neutral actuator 18. 7 other cosmetic items. Chronology of the experience: Day 1: 3-hours of cleaning required prior to boarding the boat: floors, mold in the frig and freezer, all cooking items, bedding filthy (a cloud of dust flew up when we sat on them), cockpit dirty. JD explains that the cleaning crew didn't show up. During checkout, when asked about the missing button that disengages the transmission and allows the engine to be run at higher-than-idle rpm in neutral, JD says we shouldn't need that. But he earlier indicated that we should run the engine at a higher-than-idle RPM each day to charge the batteries and run the frig and freezer. He suggests using a writing pen to push in the actuator; that worked once and then the pen broke. We later improvised a push-pin using one of the hex wrenches, some line, and duct tape. I asked JD about the DVD player and external speakers that are listed on the website; he says there was no DVD player and the speakers don't work. He says that the water and fuel tank gauges are also inoperable. First dingy - deflated and in the locker. Took it out to inflate it, and there was no hose for the foot pump, and no oars or seat. Second dingy - we inflated and left it on the foredeck - partially deflated overnight, no floor board, no seat (so rowing would be virtually impossible), but it did have oars. Day 2 (still at the dock because solving the problems pushed our timing beyond a daylight arrival time on Catalina and their insurance doesn't cover night-time operation) Showers wouldn't drain - both had clogged discharges and required repair. Finally, got under way around 11:00. We found the navigation system could not get a fix on the boat. It turns out the DC power switch for the now-inoperable auto-pilot, had to be on for the GPS to work. Dropped anchor in White's Landing; after nightfall, we turned on the anchor light, didn't work, serious safety issue. Day 3 Woke up and inflated the dingy and tried to find the source of the leak, traced it to one of the fill-cocks. We decided to go to shore anyway, because the leak was slow and we could take the foot pump with us. We called the harbor patrol but they couldn't copy. Bumped the power setting to High, same result. Fortunately, we brought our own hand-held VHFs and used one them to call. "Loud and clear, skipper." Another serious safety issue. We try to get the motor into the dingy but one of the tangs that is used to turn the mounting bolts is missing and the bolt was bent. While attempting to turn it with pliers, the bolt sheared off. So now the dingy is completely worthless. Toward the end of the day we discovered the cold-water line to the aft cabin sink to be leaking. Day 4 I repaired the water leak. Motored to Avalon and, lacking a dingy, we decided to pick up a mooring. Day 5 After 3-days of being boat-bound, finding and fixing problems, and wanting to visit the local snorkeling spots, our only option was to rent a skiff. Called JD upon return, he indicated that MS will not cover the cost of the skiff. 21:00 - the water pump begins to run for no reason after doing the dishes, checked all valves to see if water was running. It turns out that we had used half the water tankage and the other half would not deliver water. Day 6 We wake to find the house batteries dead - start the engine to recharge them. After running the engine over 30-min, the batteries are not charging. Call a local mechanic; he finds the alternator is not generating. JD refuses to have it fixed and insists that we pilot it back with no house electricity (no navigation systems, no water, lights, etc.) 15:25 - We arrive RB and call JD. I expect him to come to the boat to discuss this whole mess, but call him again around 17:20 and he is gone, office closed. The most un-professional treatment we have ever received from a company read more

I chartered Ellis Island 2 a few months ago for my family & brother to sail to Catalina this weekend. We used to do this as kids in the 70's when my dad had a boat there. I sail out of Berkeley now, my brother is a rusty (old school) sailor. He's not used to GPS & better boats. I read the reviews on here and have some comments of my own. The boat was clean & ready when we got there. He went over the checklist with me and showed me all the features of that particular boat (So much so that I didn't do my own checklist). It was my first charter outside my own club @ OCSC in Berkeley. It was pricey, but I figure it was a really nice family adventure & we all had a great time. Got in and out of the slip & Catalina no problem. Only bummer was there was no way to get a mooring in advance and we had to anchor. Otherwise, we had a great experience!! I would definitely recommend!! read more

I have been working with all of the locations as a vendor for 7-8 years. I have referred a lot of my sailing friends including wannabe's to Marina Sailing. The Sailing courses and the on sea training were above and beyond according to the 7or 8 frineds that have taken up or rekindled their sailing skills. The attention to detail is the hallmark of a company dedicated to service. It has been my pleasure to provide sales collateral that is fastidiously created based on high professional standards. read more

Nice boats! 28-40 Catalinas and Hunters. Friendly staff and reasonable rates. Weekend Daysails are a fantastic. We went out for 7 hours (with a skipper) and it only cost $55.00. What a great deal! read more