About Detroit @ Sindbad's
Freedom Boat Club Detroit is a boat membership club that allows our members UNLIMITED boat use at any of our 3 Lake St. Clair locations plus use of over 3,100 boats at over 250+ locations nationwide! Freedom Boat Club of Detroit is conveniently located at the iconic and legendary Sindbad's Restaurant and Marina across the Detroit River from Belle Isle and Detroit Yacht Club.
Whether you seek a fast-paced fishing adventure, leisure cruising to a beach or bay, meals at many of the incredible water-front restaurants, chasing sunsets/sunrises over Lake St Clair, or taking the kids tubing/skiing/snorkeling, Freedom Boat Club is your extra-affordable way to enjoy the luxuries of boating, without any of the hassles owning a boat entail.
We Take Care of It All...Including the Boats
Pay a 1x Entry Fee and Monthly Dues
Get Unlimited Training from Licensed Captains
Your safety is our No. 1 concern. So we give all our members unlimited training with certified captains. And if you wish to boat in a new location, they’ll show you the waterways.
Take Any Boat Out as Often as You Wish
- World’s oldest and largest membership boat club with over 30 years of experience
- Reciprocal access to 285+ Locations in the US, Canada and France
- We take care of the maintenance, cleaning, repair, insurance and storage
- Fleet (which varies by location) includes bowriders, pontoons, offshore/inshore fishing boats (center consoles), deck boats and wake boats
- Insurance coverage of liability, hull and machinery
- 1-on-1 training by licensed captains
Freedom boat club has surpassed my expectations. "The crew does a great job in providing excellent choice of boats combined with superior service." John Sullivan
"5 Star customer service! I feel like a celebrity when they greet us at the dock." Elyse Van Houzen
"I am privileged that I found such a hospitable boat club that I get to be a part of for years to come." Jeff Krinski
"As a former boat owner, I can tell you that joining Freedom Boat Club is one of the smartest decisions I have ever made." Steve Addy
It really is the most hassle free way to boat. We are really looking forward to another great season this year. Keep up the great work Freedom Boat Club Lake St. Clair! Kris Keary
"Really enjoying the club! Loving the "hassle free" boating experience. We highly recommend this club and boating concept" Larry Slabosz
The pricing structure is much like a country club. You will pay a one-time entry fee and monthly dues based on the membership that you choose. Connect with the club nearest you to learn more about membership options and current promotions!
Reserving a boat has never been easier. Simply log in to your reservation dashboard and choose your desired date, vessel, and time slot.
Freedom Boat Club is truly unlimited boating. We allow up to 4 rolling reservations at any given time. Simply put – you can have 4 reservations on the books. Once you use one, you free one up. You may book up to 6 months in advance!
Number and type of boats will vary by location. Connect with the club nearest you to learn more about the local fleet.