My first sailing lesson Keel Boat 1, in the 22 sailboat was awesome. There were 3 students and the instructor. We were given study material to prepare which helped us understand the maneuvers we were going to learn. The instructor was excellent. Im continuing through the entire sail training program. Highly recommend.

Windworks has a great fleet of vessels and fantastic instruction. As a US Sailing affiliate they offer the full suite of US Sailing Certifications. The location is perfect and the staff is phenomenal. Schedule a lesson with Nancy, who is both patient and superiorly knowledgeable! I cannot say enough good things about the experience.

I took the basic power boating course with Brian this past weekend and had a blast! Initially, I thought he was nuts to have boating newbies docking and doing tight turns around ridiculously expensive yachts at Shilshole. It turned out to be great practice and stellar motivation to get your angles right!Brian was calm, good humored and very knowledgeable. Id highly recommend this class for those with little to no prior boating experience.

Finished the BK3 session with Capt Gordon Sunday. Super helpful class, great instruction and fun outing. Gordon provided some really helpful training and I look forward to attending more classes. Windworks has implemented protocols to ensure safety during COVID that is very reassuring. Travis

I just finished my bareboat cruising course with captain Brian and it was an absolute hoot! Ive taken a few classes through windworks, but this was my favorite. We did a ton of practice and emergency drills, which made every sailor on the trip walk away feeling more confident of their skills in every type of situation. The added bonus to learning and practicing so much was the event was fun! We laughed, drank beers (after parking of course), and enjoyed 2 days of sailing!

I had an excellent experience taking the Basic Keel course series and walked away feeling very competent with abilities. The instructors were very thorough in their teaching and made me feel comfortable while trying new skills. Despite their very different teaching styles, both Norm and Gordon were excellent! They prepared me well for the test, allowed me plenty of chances to hone my maneuvers and inspired me to continue learning the sport. I look forward to continuing my experience and education through Windworks and finding new sailing friends along the way.

My wife and I completed the KB1 class with Nancy. We had a great time learning and being introduced into sailing. Nancy was a good instructor, clearly communicating and giving everyone aboard ample instruction and practice. It was a wonderful introduction into the world of sailing. Thanks Nancy and Windworks!

Phil is a great sailor and instructor. He gives his learning crew the right amount of responsibility and knows when to give the instruction and guidance to learn new skills and avoids mistakes. Super patient too. Learn to sail from this guy!

Just finished a very fun and educational weekend doing the basic powerboat and cruising 1 and 2. Our instructor was Brian. Very calm, informative, and a very good instructor. I would highly recommend using him for a very good boating course. M

Ive just completed the US Sailing BK1/2/3 series and Basic Keelboat test at Windworks with instructors Barend, Fred, then Gordon. The weather in November was as expected for winter (cold, strong & gusty) - in other words, excellent training weather to gain experience! Each instructor had a very different personality, set of experiences, and approach which sounds like it could be confusing, but for a topic as broad and deep as sailing I found it incredibly valuable to have the different styles and perspectives, all within the framework provided by US Sailing. Overall excellent experience and I plan on continuing my education at Windworks.

I had a great time with Gordon and Chris out on the water this weekend. They were great teachers that got our boat of newbies comfortable with handling a boat. Their instruction was clear and the whole experience was just great.

Nancy was our instructor and for a first time sailing class. We where on the water sailing after the in class session and you really get a good feel for learning to sail. She communicates well and very patient with her instructions. Overall great instruction in class and on the boat . We sail in the Sound and it was a great experience to just get a feel for beginning manuvers on a sail boat. Looking forward to do learning and experiencing more. Windworks is also a top certified club so when you have certification from them you can sail anywhere. The boats are nice and clean ready to go.

Just achieved (successfully!) my 3-day Basic Keelboat certification. The experience was great: Nancy (our instructor) provided a good mix of theory and practical learning, she patiently took us through all the need-to-know aspects of sailing (safely handling the boat, docking, rescuing an overboard crew, basic navigation knowledge) and shared her tips and tricks with us. Recommending to everyone.

I just took the Basic PowerboatIng 1 & 2 this weekend, we had a fabulous time! The instructor Brian Gross was patient and taught the whole class with ease! I now feel confident to take my family on safe boating excursions and rent through Windworks! I would highly recommend this class to anyone!!! Cheers, Jennifer Doering-Jones

Really great experience with the power boating lessons. Our instructor is Brian and he was super patient and experienced. Highly recommended.

The class was very informative, the instructor was great at explaining everything well and allowing plenty of time for Q&A and to having a discussion using hands-on real life examples.

Love Windworks; staff is so helpful. Its very enjoyable to show up and get the help needed when prepping to depart. Staff will take the time to ensure youre ready and comfortable with the boat. Always there for you on departure and arrival back to the marina. Boats are in great shape; and fleet continues to upgrade (at least the past few years weve been Members). I always recommend Windworks when friends and other sailors inquire. Thanks again for the experiences!

Just completed Basic Keelboat 2 and 3 with two great instructors, Fred and Gordon. It was great to see how two different expert sailing instructors approach the material, and I couldn’t have been happier. Looking forward to getting some keelboat time on the water this winter, and then working my way toward Bareboat Cruising in the spring!

I recently completed the Basic Keelboat course with Nancy as my instructor. The classroom instruction was very informative, the on-the-water sailing instruction was excellent, and Nancy herself was very personable and helped make it a truly enjoyable experience. After the class I now feel very confident sailing the smaller boats, and I cant wait to take the next series of classes.

Took the basic keel boat certificate course. Had Nancy and Will as instructors. Phenomenal teachers and would highly recommend. Passed the certificate exam and ready to do more sailing!

Had a great experience at windworks power boating basics. Class was 3 students which gave great time with the instructor, Brian , who was very patient with beginners like me.

Great day on the water as usual. Windworks accommodated our young sailors, 4 and 6 with proper personal floatation devices and the boat was clean, ready and fun all day. I Love getting on the Sound!️

Learning to sail a keelboat, the easy way! Ive sailed dinghies before, but I was eager to take a course to deal with the handling, sea condition, and navigation differences between those and keelboats. Struck gold with our dedicated instructor, Fred, who has years of sailing experience, patience, organization (he put together loads of teaching materials for us), and an ability to explain sailing concepts in straight-forward terms. The Capri 22s are in good condition and sufficiently forgiving for novice sailors. During these COVID times, its also a nice thrill to get out on the Sound and see the wildlife so close to town: seals, otters, jumping fish and seabirds. Ratio of students to boats is low (two students and one instructor for my two classes so far).

I am learning to sail though wind works and absolutely love it! The boats are beaucoup and well kept. The dock hands always willing to help. The teaching staff holds a high bar and have excellent teaching techniques. At first I was overwhelmed and lacked confidence. Margaret Pommert took the time to hear me out and teach me what I needed to know to build up my confidence. I was so inspired by her knowledge and how high her bar is. I can’t wait to sail again and to continue learning. Windworks is a really great sailing community to be a part of.

The Windworks instructors are superb. Thank you Nancy and Will for sharing your experience and expertise.

Had a great time with the Basic Keel Boat 1 class. Nancy really came into her element when we were out on the water and had a class of 4 newbies feeling like we were a hardened crew of racers by the end of the day. Looking forward to KB2!

Very professional instructors. Loads of detailed information even experienced people will appreciate. Good instructor/student ration giving a ton of practice tine for each student.

Brian, our instructor, did a great job. I feel confidant in my ability to pilot a powerboat and ready to learn new skills on the water

Barend is a great instructor who I would highly recommend! His sense of humor, knowledge of sailing, and great people skills set the tone for a fun and informative day of sailing. I am looking forward to taking the next classes!

I purchased a Capri 22 from Windworks a few weeks ago. It was a good price and kept in very good shape. I appreciate the attention to detail in how they take care of their boats. Mark and his team were very professional throughout the whole process and did a great job answering all of my questions. They stand behind their boats, and I know if I ever have questions, theyll happily take the time to chat with me. Once my skillset improves, I anticipate hopefully purchasing another larger one from them in the future.

Victor is always incredibly helpful with any charter question or issue. This past weekend he was particularly key helping us handle a very tricky docking situation in high winds. He gave us expert advice, jumped into action and walked us through rapid steps perfectly - all while perfectly calm. Thanks Victor!

I found Windworks looking for a sailing school shortly after moving to Seattle. This place is it! Great instructors and really reasonable club memberships. Ill be back for more instruction and more time on the water.

Very friendly, professional and excellent instructors (Ive worked with Will and Margaret so far) with a great fleet of boats.. They also a have a great dock crew to help with docking if needed. I highly recommend and v happy I signed up.

Received an awesome sailing certification lesson yesterday from Barend. Wonderful class and great instructor!

Love this club! I have been a member for the better part of a decade and never had a bad experience. Always helpful, professional, and courteous.

Will Rodman gave me a checkout - my first - this past week. He is super knowledgable about sailing and the boats of the WW fleet. I look forward to taking out various boats over time from WWs very broad fleet!

Great 8 hours of sailing instruction! Hated for it to end. I structure was easy to follow and extremely patient with 2 newbies on his boat.Learned a lot and going for the next class!!

Nancy was a great instructor and had me feeling in control of the boat in short order .. thank you guys for the experience! hope to be able to catch the other classes you offer .

I took Basic Keelboat with Will as an instructor, and am currently taking Basic Cruising with Nancy. Both instructors are very knowledgeable and have shown great patience in taking the time to help with any and all questions regarding sailing...even if its not quite part of the course.

The teachers were great and friendly. I learned a lot. I highly recommend them if you want to learn how to learn how to sail.

Always love going on this sailing adventure so close to the water compared to a bigger boat trip. Very personal and the crew are always great.

Just very much enjoyed a docking class with Nancy, an excellent instructor with considerable experience and patience.

Just took the Bareboat Cruising class and Brian was fantastic. He is such a great instructor with so much knowledge, patience and experience as well as a great sense of humor. This surely was an unforgettable experience.

Will Rodman was a great instructor. We enjoyed the class and feel like we learned a ton!

Will Rodman was and excellent instructor and our sailing experience on the basic to bareboat course was exceptional. We were scheduled to stay on the boat the night before as we were coming from out of town but the staff mysteriously disappeared for four days and were gone on the day of our arrival so we ended up getting a hotel the night before. Laurie in the office has been very helpful in getting us going in the sailing courses over the past few months.

Went out yesterday for my second lesson in Bk1 with Barend! He made an incredible day of sailing so interesting and informative teaching through stories and letting us take the literal helm the entire time.

Great alternative to owning a boat - all advantages and no accompanying problems!

Sure appreciate Nancy bringing her expertise at both sailing and teaching. Educational. Fun. Perfect. Great value.

Great experience in my first ever sailing class. Three students, half day in class then a half day in the water on a Capri 22. We all got lots of time to sail the boat and learn what needs to be done. I understand the maneuvers like tacking and jibing like I never have been able to before and Im excited to sail more now!

Mark and Victor at Windworks did a great job helping me to find a buyer for my Catalina 18, getting the boat ready to show, and taking the entire effort to a successful completion. I am now confident that the new owner will be very pleased with his purchase, and enjoy sailing the boat as much as I did. Victor is well known around Seaview Boatyard, the company that launched, hauled, and cleaned the boat once the sale was made. His ties with their workers really helped get the job done, and he is respected there as a hard working, knowledgeable individual around the docks. Thanks guys. Ill be back for some sailing next spring!

Had a great day out. Class was fun and filled with invaluable information. Well explained and then put into practice. Nancy our teacher was fantastic!!

In early November 2019, I walked into the Windworks office at the Shilshole Bay Marina, where I moored by 2000 Bavaria Ocean 38 sailboat to discuss listing my boat for sale. I selected Windworks because they are the local Catalina dealer and had Bavaria sailboats in their local boat club and charter service. Mark and Victor understood family cruising sailboats, and were very aware of the Market for boats like mine.I had planned to list in early Spring 2020, but Mark advised me to not wait, and provided data to support the benefit of a winter listing and pricing. Following listing Victor went full speed with advice on preparing my boat for showing, and had prospects viewing within a week. Within within three weeks we had a solid offer. From that point, I just stood back and Victor took care of the sea trials, survey and final negotiations. It was a professional, and, surprisingly, fun process made possible by Mark and Victor’s customer approach.

I was extremely impressed and satisfied with the high caliper training I received at Windworks Sailing Club in Shishole - The hands on real world training I received was critical to advance my sailing proficiency. Will (our Master Instructor) in the Basic through Bareboat series exhibited the quality of instruction that attracted me to the US Sailing program. Having taken training with several other training venues, I can say without a doubt that the quality of instruction is more of a graduate level curriculum.A key success feature of the program is that the student Instructor ratio of 4:1 allows for enough one on one training. I would definitely not recommend a program with a higher to student to instructor ratio.May hat is off to the U.S. Sailing program for the design of the courses as well as the high standards of the Instructional Staff.

Had a fantastic one-on-one inshore powerboating course/test with Captain Brian this past weekend. Brian was an awesome instructor and I learned a ton. Would highly recommend this type of course if you want to learn new tricks, knock the rust off of old skills, or just want to become a better boater. Thanks !

As the owner/operator of NW Sailing Adventures, I can really appreciate the level of service Mark and his team offer. I contacted Mark about possibly buying a newer boat to better serve our guests. He took an active interest in our business and fully grasps what we do and what we need. We ultimately decided not to buy a new boat, yet Mark took our decision in good grace. If and when we do decide to upgrade, his team will be the first we call.

Was scheduled to take a class tomorrow, so I arranged not only my schedule, but my partners also, only to be notified less than 24 hours prior to our class, that the instructor is canceling the class (un-covid19 related). They expect you to give them SEVEN DAYS notice prior to canceling or rescheduling or they will charge you $75.00, yet it is somehow okay for them to provide not even one days notice. Will be getting our money back and not taking classes here.

Amazing weekend of learning and sailing during my Bareboat class. Captain Brian is a great instructor.Very knowledgeable and even tempered and was able to kept things light enough so the entire group had a great time. I would recommend Windworks to anyone interested in learning how to sail.

Windworks Sailing course was exciting and empowering. Their instructor was engaging and personable, articulate yet also accessible. We were sent a predatory study guide, light enough to grouse with a beer, which introduced the vocabulary of the boat. This helped us piece together the instruction with ease as we we already familiar with terminology. The practical phase left us feeling like we could head to sea and man a ship! Lots of repetition, with small ratio of students to instructor! My husband and I had a lovely date tacking and jibing around in the Sound!! Thanks Windworks Sailing!! Rainer’s instruction and humor made for a great day!!

Attended the Bare Boat Charter course this weekend and had a great time. Patrick is an excellent instructor and full of a lifetime worth of sailing knowledge. His practical instruction style and love for sailing made the whole experience enjoyable. The boat, Bandon, was great and in fantastic shape, like the rest of the Windworks fleet. Next time, more wind. Thanks for a great weekend!

The Spring Tides Flotilla was 4 days of great cruising experience shared by a large group of Windworks members on 8 sailboats. I crewed on Sirocco, a beautiful virtually new Hanse 470e. Of course, elegance and craftsmanship are delightful, but the performance sails and rigging made Sirocco the fastest boat in the fleet. We had lots of 20-30 knot winds and gusts to cope with, and only our coordination as a team left room for improvement. (We never sailed together before.) Yet it was easy to improve and start to harness the Siroccos potential. The open transom and large, comfortable cockpit was a real hit for evening socializing at the dock (stern in). For experiencing and observing a large variety of vessels handled by a large number of seasoned sailors, I strongly urge others to sign up for next years Spring Tides Flotilla. Windworks has done a real service to the community in organizing this long weekend cruise through the San Juans and, not to forget, a crossing of Deception Pass.

Just completed the Basic Keelboat certification! Great experience with Rainer whose instruction was great for all three courses. Definitely intend to charter the boats in the coming months and look forward to Basic Cruising in the spring.

What a great day on Puget Sound with Blue Duet from Windworks! Blue Duet sailed easily through the wind and was comfortable for our whole group which included 3 senior citizens. Boat was in great shape and the land crew were friendly and helpful.

Weve been members of Windworks for the past two years, taking classes and going on day and overnight trips. The staff, especially the dock staff, are incredibly helpful and cheerful. And the classes are fun, very useful, and great preparation for getting you out on your own. They have a good selection of boats, and have never had a problem reserving boats. You do have to plan ahead during the summer a bit, but weve always been able to find a boat when we want one.

I just had my first lesson with Windworks. I thought it was going to be much more difficult but we were actually sailing the first day. Our instructor, Ranier, made the concepts easy to understand and was really fun. If you want to learn how to sail, dont hesitate to sign up with Windworks.

We had an incredible experience chartering Lucy Jane in Anacortes for a multi-day trip in the San Juan Islands a few weeks ago. Windworks makes sure that the sailboat is working well and clean to make your trip so enjoyable. Aaron and Lauri are on call for any questions that come up while you are out. We really appreciate their effort and care. Thank you Windworks!! (ps were going out again on Lucy Jane in Anacortes before the season ends!)

Maybe I got lucky, and ended up with a great/passionate instructor (Rainer, who I highly recommend for beginners like myself). But sure doesnt seem that way given how many other 5-star reviews Windworks seems to have drawn. After getting my first level certification (Basic Keelboat), am hooked and see myself now getting through all the courses they have to offer...

My family has been using Windworks for the last 18 months and its been a great experience. The boats are new, well maintained and the rates are competitive. I would highly recommend Windworks.

Barend was our trainer and hes awesome. Clear instructions, and do his best efforts to make sure everyone got down the principles of sailing. Highly recommend!

I am very impressed after finishing my BK classes with Windworks! Brian and Will are superb instructors with amazing knowledge, teaching skills, patience and humor who went above and beyond their call of duty to help their students. Many thanks, Windworks, for introducing me to the joy of sailing!

Ive enjoyed many pleasant days sailing on Puget Sound on various sized sailboats rented from Windworks. The office staff is courteous, the boats are in great shape, the dock staff are patient and knowledgeable and helpful. Overall, Windworks is a great way to make getting out on the water more affordable.

I took the Basic Keelboat series of classes consisting of three full-day lessons from three different instructors, Phil (dont know last name), Eric Johnson, and Brian Gross. All three instructors were absolutely first rate. They were knowledgeable, personable and fun. The lessons consisted of both classroom instruction (sailing theory, operation of the sailboat, rules of the road, etc.) and lots of time on the water. I think I have a good grounding in sailing, and now I need to get more practice. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone interested in learning to sail.

In late July, I had the pleasure of sailing with Captain Brian Gross from Windworks Sailing Club to get my Bareboat Charter certificate. We sailed to Poulsbo and spent the night anchored out. Throughout we practiced numerous emergency drills and lots of docking. In addition to getting the certificate, the class really built my confidence in being able to handle any situation that might occur. Brian has tremendous experience and he constantly shares tips that I hadnt been exposed to before. He was also great at making it a fun experience while we were learning. If you are looking to get your BBC, I highly recommend Brian.

Ive been sailing with Windworks for a little over a year now and can not say enough good things about this club. I came in with very little sailing experience with small boats on Lake Washington and had a desire to step up my knowledge to Puget Sound sailing on larger cruisers and had little interest in owning one (for a while, at least). I took their US Sailing Basic Keelboat and Basic Cruising courses and a couple of clinics before deciding to jump all-in as a Windworks Club member so that I could get access to discounts on additional classes and clinics, and to their excellent fleet of well-maintained cruising sailboats. Ive now completed Bareboat Cruising and Navigation & Piloting courses, participated in their Spring Tides sail to the San Juan Islands, and have just been having a blast on the beautiful Puget Sound waters with friends and family. Everyone from the front office to the instructors and dock crews are professional and truly committed to their members safe enjoyment of boating. One thing to know about their US Sailing courses - they do not teach the test like some other shops. My experience with Sailing Director Patrick Najou is that he can be tough but he is a tremendous wealth of knowledge who puts safety first and wants to make damn sure that his students know their stuff. Will Rodman has an incredible talent for sail trim, practical seamanship, and rough weather handling that is a huge benefit to his students, Giorgio Pompei is a clear, concise instructor with the patience of a saint. If you want to sail, this club can definitely get you there, whatever your starting point or end goal.

All three instructors for the Basic Keelboat classes we took were terrific coaches and teachers. They knew when to teach, when to coach and when to reassure -- and offered supportive and constructive messages. I had only wanted to learn enough to be a helpful crew member on family sails, and I accomplished that and much more. Tacking, jibing, docking and even learning how to rescue a person who has gone overboard! More practice needed, of course, but well on my way.

Awesome sailing in the Hanse 470e Scirocco yesterday. I had the opportunity to taste the racing on this boat with instructors Oliver and Giorgio. Both are extremely knowledgeable and continuously share observations and advice, during the race and during the post-race debriefing, leading an open discussion about the different aspects of sailing / racing and leaving the students with clear ideas. They make the learning process fun and efficient.Scirocco is a new and very clean boat, well maintained, with modern systems. Everything works as it is supposed to work, the owners and the Windworks maintenance team keep her in great shape. Her size can be intimidating at first, but it is very well equipped and with the proper instruction it is not difficult to sail her safely... and fast!Returning to the dock, Windworks dockhands were helpful and friendly as always.Overall, I strongly recommend Windworks for sailing instruction and chartering boats. It is not cheap, but it is the only affordable way of sailing these wonderful boats for most of us.

My wife and I chartered a Capri 22 today. It was a beautiful day with moderate wind and snow still on the Olympics. We had never been there before, but the checkout process was seamless. They do require a resume and one should budget a bit of time for the process, but everyone was very nice and helpful. The boat was in fantastic shape. We will DEFINITELY be back.

I do really like Frolic even though we went form a 32 to 28 (due to mechanical problems on Selkie) she was just big enough for 6 adults and 2 boys. Victor always super helpful on the dock. We had a great day in very light winds.

Wonderful staff provided a great learning experience. After BK1, BK2, BK3 I feel confident in my basic skills. Will and Brian made it easy and fun to learn.

Took BK1 with Rainer, such a passionate and fun instructor! Loved this class and learned so much on the water in one day. Will most likely be taking BK2 & BK3 for the certification!

I am responding to Ron Lee’s negative review of Windworks. I am the seller whom WindWorks represented in this transaction. This sale fell apart solely because of Rons actions. These include ordering work performed on the vessel before he owned it, insisting that I pay for all issues uncovered by the survey prior to the survey being completed and the value of the vessel established, and the ultimatums that if we did not agree to his terms immediately, he would withdraw. Ron also misrepresented the survey valuation insisting that I pay for all repairs in return for his purchasing the vessel at the as is , rather than the fair market value after then work was performed, a difference of $5000. WindWorks took the high road and refunded Ron for work Ron ordered waxing the hull and that WindWorks had the right to deduct from his Ernest money. They also arranged for a new buyer to purchase the survey from Ron. The new deal quickly closed, in line with the fair market price of the vessel. WindWorks and Mark Evans are wonderful to work with, are very ethical and knowledgeable. I would unequivocally recommend them.

Rainer was an awesome instructor! Very knowledgeable, patient and humorous which made it fun too. Great boat as well. Top notch all around.

I just completed the Basic Powerboat Cruising 1 and 2 classes and learned a lot of practical skills, gained experience and confidence. I would highly recommend Brian as an instructor. He was a great teacher who kept the class fun while sharing great tips.

KB1: First rate instructors, small classes, comprehensive teaching. You can tell they love their job.No wind out there, so we learnt about knots, docking and wires. No waste of time with them.

We loved every minute of the BK1 course! Will was an excellent teacher, who knew the boat and the water inside out and explained everything clearly and with patience. Can’t wait to take the next level!

I learned so much in one day at the Windworks sailing school. The program highlights the basics in the classroom and then in the water. The boats are new and well rigged.But most important our instructor, Rainier, was extremely knowledgeable and very clear as to the basics of sailing so that I learned and felt safe out on the water while learning. He and the school present an excellent program.

It was suppose to be a sunset sail, but the crew decided to race instead of letting passengers enjoy the evening with their loved ones and the horderves that they brought on board. Also, come to find out, there was a free sailing at the Sailing Club right next door.

I took the Basic Keelboat course recently and had a fantastic experience! My instructor, Phil, was really knowledgeable and fun. I shared the experience with 2 others and he was really great about making sure everyone got equal time learning different skills sets and manning different positions on the boat. He also assessed areas we all needed more specific practice with and reinforced that by allowing for even more hands-on experience. Im new to sailing and often notice there arent always many women out there on the open water. In fact, on this day sail I was the only girl with the other two male students and my male instructor. Phil made me feel very comfortable and I felt like an equally contributing member of the team! Im very appreciative of this aspect the most, especially as a new sailing student. I absolutely recommend Windworks and I highly recommend asking for Phil! I look forward to completing more courses soon to get closer to sailing certification. Keep up the great work, guys!

Just finished the BK1 course at Windworks Sailing with instructor Nancy Engle and could not be happier. Nancy was an awesome instructor who made learning fun as well as meaningful. My wife and I were paired with one other couple and the four of us worked together on a Catalina 22 under the superb guidance and instruction from Nancy Engle. We look forward to future sailing classes and will join Windworks Sailing as members. If you want to learn to sail at a U.S.Sailing school, Windworks Sailing is a great School to learn from.

Awesome classes. Rainer is one of the best instructors Ive had!

Good boats, with everything we needed. Easy marina and right on the sound

We had a great experience. Instructor Mike was the best and the staff are excellent to deal with.

Just completed the U.S Sailing Basic Cruising class through Windworks. This is by far the best sailing school in the Seattle area. All three instructors, Norm, Will, and Brian, were great with different methods of teaching. I totally recommend Windworks for sailing.

Just did a docking clinic with Elena - so many epiphanies it was humbling. Anyway, I now feel way more confident about leaving and getting back to the slip, fuel dock, other marinas etc. If you have any anxiety about docking, I cant say enough about this clinic - itll be the some of the best money you spend!

I decided to get back into sailing and cruising a few years ago, after a family trip to Desolation Sound in BC. But there was no way we could manage boat ownership - we were just too busy to justify it, and we didnt really know what we wanted.Windworks has been the perfect solution. Weve been able to try different boats, build experience and get valuable training and advice from the instructors, and the expert dock staff who keep everything running.If you want to add sailing back into your life, but arent ready to own your own vessel yet, definitely give Windworks a try. Its been a good fit for us.

Raina and Georgio were knowledgeable, patient and kind instructors. Good communicators too!

Amazon experience and they really care about your education in sailing. All equipment is perfectly maintained and the staff is extremely helpful.

The fleet is really fantastic, I can rent what I wanted after going through the BBC training. I like to have parties with my friends on boats and all the 40 plus boats are a good fit. one world is my favorite! Learing to control the dual motors is not as difficult as you think. Of couse, you should have good motion control and understand where the wind is blowing! Dont be afraid to make mistakes, I have my fair share of them. Those experienced sailors like Georgio and Will had given me a lot of knowledge and seamanship! Great club!The owner Mark is very kind and docking will always get a helping hand which makes you comfortable. The boats are well kept and in good shape!

Great team of friendly people that make getting out on the water safe and easy. I love this club!! :)

We had a great time out on one world - The staff went out of their way to help us with our kids and make it a pleasant experience.

Windworks continues to offer top notch training.I took a docking class on 11 March.Will, the instructor, was very educational. He was patient and understanding of my skill level. I never felt rushed or uncomfortable with my limited skills.The course was a perfect timeframe, a well balanced amount of demonstration and practice time.We were able to ask a great deal of questions, regardless if directly related to docking.I continue to feel more confident after each class.I look forward to other courses offered by Will or the other instructors at Windworks.