Let's Set Sail!
Whether you’re a first-time sailor or an experienced instructor, Windworks offers educational opportunities for everyone. We are the only US Sailing school in Washington providing a range of courses, from beginner Basic Keelboat lessons to advanced Passagemaking courses, all on our exceptional vessels.
US Sailing at Windworks offers education and instruction in distinct areas: Keelboat, Cruising, Trimaran, and Powerboat. Whether you're dreaming of cruising over the horizon or sailing in the local waters of Seattle, our team is here to guide you toward achieving your goals.
Elevate Your Skills with US Sailing Certification
The US Sailing Certification System provides clear pathways for both sailors and powerboaters. Whether you aim to venture far and wide or prefer to navigate local waters, we’re here to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to reach your aspirations. As the National Governing Body for Sailing, US Sailing accredits only the finest schools in the country, including Windworks Sailing & Powerboating Club.
Basic Keelboat
(US Sailing Accredited)
This entry-level course will teach you to responsibly skipper and crew a simple day sailing keelboat in familiar waters in light to moderate wind and sea conditions.
Basic Cruising
(US Sailing Accredited)
For Basic Keelboat graduates, learn to skipper and crew an auxiliary powered cruising sailboat, during daylight hours, within sight of land in moderate wind and sea conditions.
Bareboat Cruising
(US Sailing Accredited)
This intermediate-level course will teach you to skipper and crew an inboard auxiliary powered cruising sailboat within sight of land and bring it safely to anchor during daylight hours.
5-Day Cruising to Bareboat
(US Sailing Accredited)
Cruising to Bareboat combines US Sailing Basic Cruising, Bareboat Cruising, and Windworks Navigation and Piloting into a fun-filled 5-day cruise-and-learn adventure.
Intro to Sailing
This introductory course will give you insight into the basics of sailing. This is a great course for anyone who is interested in learning sailing but would like more basic information before beginning US sailing courses.
Windworks Sailing Lessons
At Windworks, we share US Sailing’s vision of introducing as many people as possible to this exhilarating sport. We’re committed to ensuring your learning experience is safe, enjoyable, and of the highest quality. We believe that a well-trained, competent sailor will develop the same love for sailing that we hold dear. Part of US Sailing’s vision is to introduce as many people as possible to this great sport. We want to make sure you’re learning in a safe, fun, high-quality environment…because if you’re a well-trained, competent sailor you’ll love sailing as much as we do.
Ready to Sail Beyond the Basics?
For sailors looking to advance their skills, Windworks offers several courses to further your sailing education and earn additional certifications. These lessons include US Sailling courses, such as Coastal Navigation, Passagemaking, and Catamaran, as well as a Windworks recommended course, Navigation and Piloting.