The Windworks Way
About Windworks Sailing & Powerboating
Since 1992, Windworks Sailing & Powerboating has been the premier gateway to the picturesque waters of the Puget Sound and beyond. Situated just 6 miles north of Seattle at Shilshole Bay Marina, our location offers convenience for sailors and powerboaters alike.
Our mission is simple: Ignite a passion for sailing and boating in the Northwest and beyond through elite US Sailing education, adventurous cruising, and a community built on the spirit of exploration.
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sailor, we offer a complete maritime experience:
- US Sailing Courses: Comprehensive, elite-level instruction for all skill levels in sailing and powerboating.
- Charters: Access to a modern fleet of sailboats and powerboats for your next outing on the Sound.
- Club Membership: Join the Windworks family! Membership is your "key to the fleet," offering discounted access to our sailboats and powerboats. Beyond the savings, you’ll join a vibrant community of explorers who share your passion for the sea.
- Flotillas: Join our community on guided, adventurous cruises to spectacular destinations.
- Racing Programs: Sharpen your skills and embrace the thrill of competition in a relaxed, inclusive setting that focuses on learning and fun.
Join the Windworks family and experience the best of the Northwest’s maritime spirit.
What We Offer
Whether you're seeking personalized sailing and powerboating lessons or you're an experienced sailor looking for your next adventure, Windworks Sailing and Powerboating Club is your resource. With our extensive knowledge and resources, we are dedicated to meeting all your boating needs.
At Windworks Sailing and Powerboating Club, we offer:
- Sailing lessons, both novice and advanced
- Summer powerboating lessons
- Specialized lessons, events, and clinics, including capri racing, coastal navigation courses, and sailing certifications
- Extensive knowledge of the Puget Sound and San Juan Island region, offering sailing trip consultation for seasoned sailors
- Charters
- Boats for sale
- Specialized club memberships
Our Mission
To build and grow the most coveted and respected sailing community in the Pacific Northwest. Through our US Sailing curriculum, we empower all sailors and boaters to master the art of learning, the thrill of cruising, and the spirit of competition. At Windworks, we don’t just teach skills - we ignite a lifelong passion for the water and we promote a shared love for exploring our rugged coastlines and for pursuing excellence at sea.
Windworks Yacht Sales
Windworks is the Pacific Northwest’s premier service sailing and power boating community. We are able to offer our clients and customers a full-service yacht brokerage, yacht charter company, U.S. Sailing and U.S. Powerboating accredited school, and the leading sailing club in the region. No other company better enables you to get out and enjoy all the the waters of Washington and Canada.
- Best location in the region: We’re at the biggest and best salt-water marina to sell and show yachts in the region! Windworks is at Seattle’s Shilshole Marina with access to over 18 publicly accessible 70′ slips and heavy walk-by traffic. Your listing will appear on both waterfront and street window displays.
- Club-access advantages: We have over 425 US Sailing members looking to buy boats; if you list your yacht for sale with Windworks you may be eligible receive a substantial commission discount if a member buys your yacht.
- Option to charter: Make your new yacht work for you by placing it in the region’s premier sailing and powerboat charter company.
- Team of experts: We provide a team of full-time staff, shipwrights, and dock staff year round and your listing will be washed and diver inspected. We also have experience and relationships with a wide variety of yacht manufacturers including Hanse, Bavaria, Beneteau, Jeanneau, Catalina, Dufour, Camano Troll, and Lagoon.
- Yachting education: All of our clients can receive US Sailing Lessons at member prices for one year, including access to the advanced Passage-making and Catamaran certifications.
- Yacht sales wide listing coverage: All yachts include free listings in targeted medias including 48 Degrees North, Northwest Yachting, and Yachtworld and the Windworks newsletter with over 4,000 contacts.
- Trade-ins accepted for brokerage: Windworks takes trade-in vessels to offer aggressive price discounts.
- Access to slip space: We provide moorage space to you until you get your permanent slip.
- Track record of success: Established in 1992.