Located at Elliott Bay and Lake Union and offering a unique urban sailing experience against the stunning Seattle skyline, Northwest Sailing Center’s Seattle location brings unparalleled sailing teaching to the heart of the city. Northwest Sailing Centers’ instructors are amongst the most experienced in the industry, all holding full USCG Captains Licenses and bringing many years of sailing experience to support your learning.
With access to the largest fleet in the Pacific Northwest through our own fleet and reciprocal sailing with other local clubs, our students and club members can enjoy a variety of sailing locations from Portland, OR, and throughout Washington State. Our modern fleet of performance boats includes J/80s (ASA101) through to Beneteau First 36.7 (ASA104), providing a range of options for learning and recreation.
Whether you’re looking to sail in the serene waters of Lake Union or the expansive Elliott Bay, the Seattle location of Northwest Sailing Centers offers a diverse and exciting sailing experience. Join us in Seattle to embark on your sailing journey, supported by expert instructors and a vibrant sailing community.
American Sailing Certifications Offered
Learn to skipper a 20' - 27' sloop-rigged keelboat by day, in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. Learn basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards.
Learn to skipper a sloop-rigged auxiliary powered 25'-35' keelboat by day in moderate winds and sea conditions. Learn cruising sailboat terminology, basic boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring, weather, safety and seamanship.
Learn how to sail a sloop-rigged, auxiliary powered 30'-45' sailboat during a multi-day cruise upon inland/coastal waters in moderate/heavy winds and sea conditions. Learn about provisioning, boat systems, auxiliary engines, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation, anchoring / mooring, docking, emergency operations, weather, and more.
Learn the the navigational theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in coastal and inland waters. On-water coastal navigation skills elements are contained in the ASA103, Basic Coastal Cruising, ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising, and ASA 106, Advanced Coastal Cruising, in progressively increasing levels of detail.
Other Services Available
- Women Only Courses
- Weekday Courses
- Weekend Courses
- Corporate Team Building Courses
- ASA 'Challenges'
- Day Sail Charters (member-only)
- Racing Courses
- Spinnaker Courses
Contact Information
Northwest Sailing Center – Seattle |
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Address | 2442 Westlake Ave NSeattleWA98109 |
Phone | +1 866-820-SAIL (7245) |
Website | northwestsailing.com |
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