MBAC NEWS

My ‘So San Diego’ College Experience – Thanks to Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Paddling for university credit. Such a unique opportunity that changed my entire outlook on my college experience.

Absolutely love San Diego? Me too! That’s why when all of my friends were applying to colleges across the country three years ago, I applied to one: San Diego State University. While deciding to stay at home with Mom and Dad for four more years was less than ideal, it is exactly what I chose to do.  At the time I had no idea that decision would lead me to a totally unique college experience while discovering a passion for watersports and meeting some amazing people. Read More

Now hiring for summer!

Mission Bay Aquatic Center is currently recruiting hard-working, dedicated and responsible team members for the upcoming summer season. Open positions include watersport instructors, camp counselors, dockmasters, and more. If you have what it takes to provide the best watersports experiences in a safe, fun, and sustainable environment, then we want YOU to join our team. Read More

Measuring Wind

US Sailing STEM Educators Course April 8

US Sailing is offering a STEM Educator Course at MBAC on Sunday, April 8th from 8:30am-3:30pm. This course is a one-day eight hour professional development/training opportunity for teachers and sailing instructors to learn how to implement US Sailing’s STEM curriculum called “Reach” into their own outdoor or classroom activities.   Read More

Melissa Cochran Sculler

MBAC Stories: Melissa Cochran

When Melissa Cochran was gifted a rowing class from her daughter and son-in-law for her birthday a few years ago, she never imagined she would find a life-long passion and love for rowing on Mission Bay.  She continues to rent a rowing shell weekly where she finds tranquility and a peacefulness on the water that help drown out her stress.  Read More