Sailing School offering Lessons, Club, & Charters
Learn to Sail or Advance Your Skills in Seattle, Tacoma, Des Moines, Olympia & Anacortes
New to sailing or ready to level up? Join Puget Sound Sailing for expert-led sailing lessons, private charters, and unforgettable excursions. We offer beginner to advanced classes, a vibrant sailing club, and boat rentals across top Puget Sound marinas.
Sailing Classes
Our ASA certified sailing classes accelerate learning and boost confidence by combining expert instruction, hands-on sailing, and practical reviews to make sailing easy and enjoyable.
New to sailing? Start your adventure today with beginner-friendly courses designed to help you sail confidently from day one.
Level up your sailing skills with intermediate lessons covering sail trim, docking, and navigation.
Master advanced sailing skills such as offshore navigation, heavy weather tactics, & boat handling techniques.
Congratulations, Mike Clidas!
4 Time American Sailing Outstanding Instructor of the Year!
2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024
Sailing Club, Boat Charters & Excursions
Our Sailing Club provides continued practice opportunities, social events, specialized clinics, and access to yachts—without the cost of ownership.
Customizable sailing charters featuring comfort, panoramic views, and options for captained or bareboat adventures ideal for families, friends, or corporate events.
Explore Puget Sound or distant shores with our personalized captained or bareboat sailing vacations. Perfect for families, friends, and corporate events.
What Students Say About Sailing with Puget Sound Sailing Institute
“Thanks to Matthew and the team at PSSI, I now feel confident and excited to continue my sailing journey. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to start or deepen their sailing skills!”
“My team requested a personalized two-day training program to help prepare us for a sail charter in the BVI. I had experience, but the other three did not. It was a windy November day, yet the tremendous skill of David Gallimore had everyone feeling safe, built skills, and provided the confidence we needed to move ahead with our trip planning.
David also went the extra mile after the class was over to provide really valuable resources to help us continue our learning process.
We all appreciated the PSSI willingness to provide the lesson plan that we needed...we had a wonderful time on the water.”
“My wife and I started with ASA 101 at Puget Sound Sailing Institute and continued on to ASA 103 a few months later. The instructors were calm, knowledgeable, and excellent under pressure, even when conditions got sporty on the water.
Because of this training, we now confidently sail with our kids on club boats out of Tyee, Des Moines, and Bell Harbor marinas. I’ve also joined the PSSI race team, which has sharpened my skills even further. If you want structured, confidence-building sailing education that actually translates to real-world sailing, this is the place.”
“If you’re looking for an incredible experience with ASA training or certification, look no further than PSSI. The instruction was professional, clear, and truly top-notch—these guys are heads above the rest.
Mike Clidas and his crew were outstanding. Mike is not only extremely knowledgeable but also an incredible teacher. His patience and ability to explain the course material in a fun, easy-to-understand way made the learning experience both effective and enjoyable.
Great job, PSSI team, you made the process seamless and memorable!”
Flexible, Affordable Boat Leasing
Our sailboat leasing program provides an affordable and flexible alternative to boat ownership, giving you access to well-maintained yachts in Seattle, Tacoma, and Des Moines. Whether you're looking for day sails, overnight cruising, or mulit-day sailing, our fleet is ready for you. ASA-certified sailors can take advantage of our leasing options to sharpen their skills, enjoy time on the water, and experience the freedom of sailing— without the hassle of maintenance and ownership costs.
Ready to Get on the Water?
Marina Locations
Bell Harbor Marina
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121
Des Moines Marina
22307 Dock Avenue, Des Moines, WA 98198
Tacoma