Freedom Boat Club is the world's largest members-only boat club with 400 locations worldwide. Freedom Boat Club was first founded in 1989 in Sarasota, FL.
It is the oldest and largest boat club in the nation. The vision and purpose in establishing the boat club model was simple and straightforward - to deliver a simple recreational boating experience for its members.
04/12/2024
Thanks for featuring Freedom Boat Club in your 2025 Charleston Travel Guide!
This iconic city has many ways of reeling you in – including an FBC location at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina.
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04/12/2024
Thanks Town & Country for featuring Freedom Boat Club in your 2025 Charleston Travel Guide!
Because what American city serves up both town and country pleasures in quite the satisfying way Charleston now does? None that we can think of.
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What American city serves up both town and country pleasures in the satisfying way Charleston now does? None that we can think of. Welcome to the great American playground—for both city slickers and country squires.
04/12/2024
Thanks Town & Country for featuring Freedom Boat Club in your 2025 Charleston Travel Guide.
This American city has many ways of reeling you in – including an FBC location at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina!
Safety first! 🛟 This member’s pup is rocking their canine PFD on the waters of Washington, D.C.
19/11/2024
At the world's largest boat club, adventure is calling—are you ready to answer?
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These dockside views never get old!
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Are you just starting your boating journey? One of the first steps we recommend is to familiarize yourself with common boating lingo, starting with key areas of the vessel.
🔗 Click here to learn the essential boating terms every beginner should know: https://bit.ly/3YO9z8H
12/11/2024
Looking for the ultimate date idea? Swap dinner reservations for a day on the water!
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Our members are making memories that will last a lifetime. 🌊 Thanks for sharing these special moments with us!
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At the world's largest boat club, adventure is calling—are you ready to answer?
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Curious about boat clubs? 🚤 It’s all the fun of boating, without any of the hassles. We make getting on the water easy!
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This year marks an incredible milestone for Freedom Boat Club—our 35th anniversary! For over three decades, we’ve shared our passion for boating and helped create countless memories on the water. 🌊
#35YearsofFreedom #FreedomBoatClub #BoatLife
Freedom Boat Club Australia
We asked a few of our Australian members to share what they love most about the club. 🇦🇺🚤
Being able to explore the coastline without worrying about boat maintenance allows them to live the boating lifestyle to the fullest. Are you ready to join the fun?
#FreedomBoatClub #BoatLife #Australia
Fun fact: women who fish have more confidence and resilience. Not-so-fun fact: girls stop fishing at a 10% higher rate than boys. Let’s get everyone out on the water. Watch this fishing story to get inspired. Then, invite someone you love fishing. 🎣
Take Me Fishing #FindYourBestSelf #FreedomBoatClub
Happy National Dog Day!
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More Awaits!
More connection. More freedom. More memories. #FreedomBoatClub #BoatLife
Our fleet in Savannah just got a boat-load better! 🙌 #BoatLife #Savannah
Last week, Freedom Boat Club of Nova Scotia was in the middle of the action during the Rockwool SailGP Halifax event! Members had the opportunity to watch from the water aboard a club boat. We're looking forward to next year's event! #SailGP #FreedomBoatClub
There’s no better time to reserve a boat and cast a line than National Fishing & Boating Week! 🎣
#FreedomBoatClub #NationalFishingandBoatingWeek #FishingSharetheFun #NFBW #Fishing
We want you to feel empowered on the water ⚓️ #MoreAwaits #Empower
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Welcome to Freedom Boat Club – Boating Made Simple®
Freedom Boat Club was first founded in 1989 in Sarasota, FL. It is the oldest and largest boat club in the nation. The vision and purpose in establishing the boat club model was simple and straightforward - to to deliver a hassle-free recreational boating experience for its members.
At the time, the concept was considered revolutionary and break-through. Boaters were either traditional boat owners, or friends of boat owners. There were no boat clubs, fractional boating, boating timeshare, or even many boat rental facilities. The exclusive fraternity of boat owners stored their vessels at marinas, home docks or at the yacht club. When Freedom Boat Club launched, this new offering presented an exciting new alternative that opened the waterways to newcomers as well as lapsed boaters.
As the organization began its initial growth, Freedom Boat Club was sold to an investment group. Over time, it became evident that the best leadership for this type of business model would require active engagement at the helm. John Giglio and Robert Daly had both been working for the investment operator and negotiated to buy the enterprise in 2011. Mr. Giglio bought Mr. Daly out in 2012 and became the sole President.
Under Mr. Giglio’s watchful eye and passionate leadership, coupled with a committed crew of entrepreneurial-driven franchise owners, Freedom Boat Club is thriving. Today, 20,000+ boaters call Freedom Boat Club “home,” with 220+ locations in 31+ states, Canada, and France with franchise operations situated coast-to-coast, and growing daily.
In May of 2019, Freedom Boat Club was acquired by The Brunswick Corporation. A leader in the marine space, Brunswick’s portfolio includes Mercury Marine engines along with boat brands including Bayliner Boats, Boston Whaler, Cypress Cay Pontoon Boats, and Sea Ray among several others.
While the original mission has fundamentally remained the same, the composition and scope of Freedom Boat Club is continually expanding.
Today, Freedom Boat Club welcomes and embraces a broad mix of members to its ranks, from first-time boaters and newbies, to seasoned salts and former boat owners, from young families to active retired. Freedom Boat Club is also actively engaged in developing new and diverse markets. Anyone who loves the water and water-related activities is embraced as a member of Freedom Boat Club!