A Plan For Pier 12 In Hoboken: Shipyard Marina Expands Social Club

HOBOKEN, NJ — While the Pier 13 bar in Hoboken may draw a crowd for its food, drinks and music, the pier just south of it — Pier 12 — is hosting social gatherings of a different nature.

That pier, part of the Shipyard Marina, is used by the boat owners to relax after sailing, and the Hoboken Sailing Club for its ongoing classes for local schools and for private students.

Recently, the Sailing Club has been offering "social memberships" for those who don't own a boat, but enjoy the sailing activities or just want to relax in a quiet setting by the marina.

Marina officials have also been renovating the pier and adding furnishings, lighting, and artwork.

Yasmin Coto, the project manager for the Shipyard Marina and Pier 12, said that she and others who work at the marina have been gearing up for next season, although new members are still being allowed to join through the end of their current season, Nov. 1.

"As we continue to establish the marina and mainly Pier 12, my next project is the East end of Pier 12," she said. "I will be working with contractors and engineers to create an additional area for members."

Coto has been revamping the space since 2022, from adding furniture to crafting artwork of the Manhattan skyline.

Sailing Club members, including social members, can access 50 percent off sailing lessons, access to social events, clinics, and the space.

Both family and individual memberships are available.

The Shipyard Development, including the piers and hundreds of luxury condos with waterfront views, received its approvals 30 years ago, and has been evolving since. The development, located on upper Hudson Street, also contains the Hoboken Historic Museum and several areas of open space.

The original Shipyard developers, Ironstate, still own the Marina and piers 12 and 13.

Those interested in more information on the Shipyard Marina, Sailing Club, and social membership can reach out via the website here.