When it comes to purchasing or selling a yacht, we realize you have many options. So why choose Nautic Yacht Sales (NYS)? Because we're much more than a dealership — we offer the whole package.
Customer service is our core focus. It sets our company apart from any other in the area and enables us to surpass any other marine dealership in the country. At NYS, the day of purchase marks the beginning of a long-standing relationship where we provide the support you need to maintain and enjoy your investment.
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Why Nautic Yacht Sales?
"...I'm truly impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. They've taken the time to explain in great detail the systems on board, what they do, how they work, and why they're there."
— Neal W., Member since 2005 | Read more
At the Helm
The experienced crew and founding company of NYS
The Nautic Group, Inc. (TNG), the parent company of Nautic Yacht Sales, was started back in 2002 in Kemah, Texas. TNG has since built a business around a diverse line of marine products, including NauticShare, Nautic Yacht Sales and Nautic Sailing School, which was named "Outstanding ASA Sailing School of 2009".
"Hunter Marine is very fortunate to have this great organization representing them. This group of guys with all their talent, experience, knowledge and professionalism, will only help strengthen the Hunter name. I'm sure they will only continue to impress you like they have me."
— Joe H., Member since 2004 | Read more
Kevin Kaiser - Founder & CEO
Kevin was born in Louisville Kentucky and grew up in The Woodlands Texas. Kevin is married to Brenda Kaiser a graduate of University of Houston and is the company's Business Manager. Kevin graduated from Sam Houston State University in 1998 with a Communications Marketing and Management degree. Throughout the schooling Kevin spent most of his year working in the grocery business. After graduation, Kevin joined Coca-Cola in sales. After this Kevin moved to the 3M Company in sales after a quick one year stint as a Construction Manager for Lennar Homes.
In 2002, The Nautic Group, Inc was born as Kevin entered into the marine business as one of the first fractional boating bases. NauticShare® in Kemah Texas still remains one of the largest fractional bases in the world!
After several years of operating the fractional base, Kevin started Nautic Sailing School which quickly became and award winning American Sailing Association Sailing School in Houston. In fact, in 2009 the school was named "Outstanding ASA Sailing School" by the students. By hiring the best instructors and using the newest yachts for training the company is able to set themselves apart from the other schools.
As the economy slowed in 2008, opportunities started to become available for The Nautic Group, Inc. Nautic Yachts Sales became a leader in pre-owned yacht sales in Kemah. Shortly after, Kevin was approached by Hunter Marine, Dufour Yachts, Carver Yacht and Cruisers Yachts to become the new boat dealer for each of the brands above.
Today, Kevin and the company are positioned to be the leader in fractional boating, sailing instruction and yacht sales in state of Texas.
Brenda Kaiser - Business Manager
Brenda Kaiser was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela and moved to Houston in 2003.
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of Houston with an Industrial Engineering Degree and soon after got married to Kevin Kaiser. Together, Kevin and Brenda have become a great partnership not only in life but also in the business, as The Nautic Group, Inc continues to grow.
Today Brenda Kaiser is the Business Manager for the Nautic Group, Inc and loves to interact with the Nautic clients and members during dock Parties, Flotillas and BVI trips!
Brenda's goals are to make every client of The Nautic Group, Inc. feel welcome and share the love for boating from the Texas Gulf Coast and beyond...
Steve Khan - Carver Yachts Specialist
Steve was born and raised on a family vineyard in Northern California. He obtained a B.S. in psychology from the University of California at Davis and then moved on to a M.A. program at the University of the Pacific. Upon completion, Steve was accepted to a University of Houston Ph.D. program in psychology and moved to Houston in 1984. He has been an adopted Texan ever since.
Steve left the Ph.D. program for a sales position in new home sales. He moved to the Clear Lake area and began selling new homes in the area. He helped develop, build and sell waterfront homes in the Lake Cove subdivision in Seabrook and Marina Village in South Shore Harbor. All of the homes were designed for water access and every potential buyer saw their new home from one of Steve's boats on Clear Lake
Once Lake Cove and Marina Village homes were complete, Steve accepted a position as the National Director of Sales and Marketing for a large real estate company. He relocated to South Florida, and spent several years touring the Intracoastal Waterway in his Maxum 3700. After seeing all he could between Palm Beach and Miami, Steve moved his family back to the Clear Lake area of Houston and joined Nautic Yacht Sales.
Steve is married, has one son currently attending Baylor College of Medicine and two daughters in high school in the Clear Lake area.
Call Steve at 713-447-4174 or email skahn@nauticyachtsales.com to schedule a tour of any of our yachts or even a Carver Factory tour.
Keith Kaiser - NauticShare® Fractional Specialist
Keith was born in Louisville Kentucky and grew up in The Woodlands Texas. After several years of college Keith moved into the high end whole tire and wheel industry before moving into the marine industry in 2006. Keith started sailing on Hunters and boating on Carver Yachts with his older brother Kevin back 1995. He has a lot of experience in the Galveston Bay waters and the British Virgin Islands as he hosts the annual Nautic Yacht Club member flotillas using the Sunsail boats.
Keith manages the Nautic Share Kemah business and is also a Hunter Sales Pro. Keith successfully manages over 100 members in the Kemah operation and the fleet management department.
If you are considering purchasing a new Hunter, Carver, Cruisers or Dufour yacht, be sure and contact Keith Kaiser at 832-452-9666 or keith@nauticgroup.com on how you can virtually boat for free and have your boats expenses paid for by memberships on your boat.
Our Family of Companies
Nautic Yacht Sales is part of The Nautic Group, Inc which operates several diverse brands and offerings unique to the marine industry.
NauticShare offers access to fine power boats and luxury sailing yachts at a fraction of the cost of boat ownership. Members enjoy ample time on the water with family, friends, colleagues and business associates, yet have none of the responsibilities or hassles of owning a boat: no mortgage payment, no maintenance, no repairs, no insurance premiums and no marina fees. Instead, they find a perfectly prepared and meticulously maintained boat each time they step aboard.
With three Membership Plans starting at just a few hundred dollars per month, NauticShare accommodates the varied lifestyles, preferences and budget of almost any boater. Membership fees are based on the value of the boat a member selects from a local fleet and the amount of time they choose to use their boat each month.
After receiving personalized training to confidently and safely handle the yacht they've chosen, members select their own cruising times on NauticShare's Web site. This easy-to-use online scheduler makes long-term planning and last-minute scheduling a breeze. Call us now at 281 334 2628 to start boating today!
Nautic Sailing School is the Texas Gulf Coast leader in sailing instruction, sailing lessons and fractional sailing.
Located at the Kemah Boardwalk Marina, we offer sailing courses certified by the American Sailing Association: from day sailing and coastal cruising to ocean sailing to bareboat charter sailing and offshore passage-making training.
Discover sailing with our exclusive Novice to Captain Program using our SailTime Fractional Sailing Program — on your own, at your convenience with your family, kids or friends.
Nautic Sailing School in Kemah was voted Outstanding ASA Sailing School in 2009. This is the top honor for any school and makes us the highest rated - by students - in Texas.