PSSI Sailing Club
Join the PSSI Sailing Club & Keep Your Sailing Skills Sharp
Sailing is a skill that thrives with practice. At the Puget Sound Sailing Institute (PSSI), we make it easy and affordable to continue your sailing journey with our exclusive Sailing Club. If you're not ready to own a boat but want regular time on the water, our club gives you access to yachts for a fraction of the cost of ownership.
With locations in Seattle, Tacoma, and Des Moines, our club provides flexibility, affordability, and a thriving sailing community. Plus, members enjoy exclusive discounts on ASA-certified sailing courses, private charters, and sailing vacations.
Why Join the PSSI Sailing Club?
Access to a fleet of well-maintained sailboats in multiple locations
Flexible membership levels to match your sailing needs
Exclusive discounts on ASA sailing classes, charters, and vacations
Social events, clinics, and cruises with fellow sailing enthusiasts
Affordable alternative to boat ownership
Sailing Club Membership Levels
We offer three tiers of membership designed for different levels of sailing frequency and experience.
*All Club Memberships are one-year in length for the first year and month-to-month after.
SAIL GOLD
Perfect for the avid sailor who wants maximum time on the water.
✔ Unlimited day sailing
✔ 40% off ASA 101 & 103 sailing classes
✔ 20% off upper-level sailing courses
✔ 5% off sailing vacations & offshore charters
✔ Family membership option available
$199.99/month + tax
(One-year contract required)
Limited to 8 Gold members per boat, ensuring availability.
SAIL SILVER
Great for sailors looking for a balance between affordability and access.
✔ 8 full days or 16 half-days per quarter
✔ 20% off ASA 101 & 103 sailing classes
✔ 10% off upper-level sailing courses
✔ Family membership option available
$175.99/month + tax
Need more time on the water? Additional full days available for $50/day + tax
SAIL BRONZE
Designed for casual sailors who want access at the best rates.
✔ Charter club boats at $99/half-day or $175/full-day
✔ 10% off ASA 101 & 103 sailing classes
✔ 5% off upper-level sailing courses
✔ Family membership option available
$64.99/month + tax
Non-member rates:
$195/half-day or $350/full-day – Joining saves you BIG!
All Club Memberships are one-year in length for the first year and month-to-month after.
Club Membership Requirements & Fees
Membership Setup
Signed one-year contract (month-to-month after the first year)
$500 security deposit (cash, check, cashier’s check, or money order)
Completion of a boat checkout session ($75 for a 3+ hour lesson)
First and last month’s dues (prorated as necessary)
Additional Club Fees
Consumables Fee: $10 for outboard motors, $15 for inboard motors
Overnight Charter Fee: $50 per night + tax (ASA Basic Coastal Cruising certification required)
“My husband and I just completed ASA 101 with instructor David Gallimore. We had a fantastic experience! The preparatory materials for the class (videos, book, and internet links) were clear and helpful and our questions were answered in a timely manner. On the water, our instructor was patient and calm, helping us to build confidence in each new skill. We felt welcomed in to the community and look forward to sailing with PSSI again.”
Our Fleet – Well-Maintained Boats Across Puget Sound
We require a signed contract and a security deposit of $500.00 (in form of cash, check, cashier’s check, or money order) to get started. You will need to perform a complete checkout on at least one boat and pay first and last months dues (prorated if necessary).
There is a $10 charge per charter for consumables (the Capri’s and Martin) and $15 for both Catalina’s and the Hunter - which includes up to one gallon of fuel. There is a $50/day plus tax charge to keep boats overnight. (ASA Basic Coastal Cruising certification is required.)
Checkout fees are $75.00 for a 3+ hour lesson. Spinnakers can be flown if Club Member has passed a PSSI or other spinnaker class and posts and requires an additional $250 security deposit.
Syzygy | Capri 25
In-board Diesel, Wheel Driven
Located at: Tyee Marina
5618 Marine View Drive
Tacoma, WA 98422
Quantum Leap | Hunter 28.5
Inboard Diesel, Wheel Driven
Located at: Tyee Marina
5618 Marine View Drive
Tacoma, WA 98422
Tora Two | Catalina 27
In-board Diesel, Wheel Driven
Located at: Des Moines Marina
22307 Dock Ave S.
Des Moines, WA 98198
PDQ | Martin 242
Out-board Motor
Located at: Bell Harbor Marina
2203 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98121
Sea Fever | Capri 22
Out-board Motor
Located at: Bell Harbor Marina
2203 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98121
Easy Does It | Capri 22
Out-board Motor
Located at: Des Moines Marina
22307 Dock Ave S.
Des Moines, WA 98198
Miss Conduct | Catalina 27
In-board Diesel, Tiller Driven
Located at: Tyee Marina
5618 Marine View Drive
Tacoma, WA 98422
“My husband and I wanted to dip our toes into sailing and figured a 101 class would be perfect. I looked around online and found Puget Sound. We ended up choosing their course and we are so glad we did!”
-Acacia W.
SAIL GOLD
Unlimited Day Sailing
40% Off ASA 101 & 103 Classes
20% Off Upper Level Classes
5% Off Vacations & Offshore Charters
Family Membership Available
$199.99/MONTHLY + TAX
The Sail GOLD Club is for the avid sailor. Unlimited daysailing is available for only $199.99/month plus tax. A one year contract is required.
This membership allows you to use the Club boats for day sails as often as you like (upon availability of boats).
And because there will be no more than 8 Gold Club Members per boat, you will have plenty of opportunities to get out on the water!
SAIL SILVER
8 Full Days or 16 Half Days Per Quarter
20% Off ASA 101 & 103 Classes
10% Off Upper Level Classes
Family Membership Available
$175.99/MONTHLY + TAX
The Sail SILVER Club is for the devoted sailor. For $174.99/month plus tax you get 8 days or 16 half day per quarter usage of any of the club boats. Two half-days are the equivalent of one full-day. Additional days can be purchased for $50/day plus tax.
Other Benefits: As a Sail Silver Club Member, you receive 20% off ASA 101 & 103 sailing classes and 20% most specialty classes.
SAIL BRONZE
$99/Half Day
$175/Full Day
10% Off ASA 101 & 103 Classes
5% Off Upper Level Classes
Family Membership Available
$64.99/MONTHLY + TAX
The Sail Bronze Club is for the occasional sailor. Membership dues are $64.99/month plus tax. This fee allows you to charter the club boats for $99.00 /half day and $175.00 /full day plus tax.
The non-member rate for a half day charter is $195.00 plus tax and $350.00 plus tax for the whole day. A half day is from sunrise to 2 P.M. or from 2 P.M. to sunset.
Other Benefits: As a Sail Bronze Club Member, you receive 10% off ASA 101 & 103 sailing classes and 5% most specialty classes.
