Boat Ownership in Seattle Sailing Club’s Fleet

Offset the Costs of Ownership While Supporting the Sailing Community

Seattle Sailing Club boat owners help make it possible for hundreds of trained members to experience the joy of sailing the Puget Sound and San Juan Islands with their family and friends. Your boat also becomes part of our American Sailing certifying school, where new sailors are trained by USCG-licensed captains, developing skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of sailing.

While this program is not a money-making opportunity, it does reduce many of the ongoing expenses of boat ownership, all while keeping your boat active, well-maintained, and part of a larger purpose.

Benefits to Boat Ownership in SSC’s Fleet

All boats in our fleet – cruisers and racers – receive:

Free Moorage (valued up to $1,000/month)
Fixed Monthly Lease Payment (Amount varies based on size, age, and amenities)
Seattle J-Club Membership at a Deep Discount – $125/month (normally $426) – includes access to our entire fleet
Professional Boat Care
- Weekly bottom dive
- Bi-weekly exterior wash
- Annual cleanings and inspections
- Routine systems maintenance
- Insurance handled by SSC (owner billed quarterly)
Potential Tax Advantages (Depreciation and expense deductions; requires LLC and reseller’s permit—easy to set up)
Personal Use of Your Boat
- Cruising boats: 14 days during high season (10 weekdays + 2 weekends)
- Race boats: 12 days (10 weekdays + 1 weekend)
- Off-season: Virtually unlimited use with same-day reservations (extended overnight use excluded)
Damage Protection
- You cover regular maintenance and wear & tear. We cover any damage that occurs during Club use.

What Makes a Good Club Boat?

Ideal Fit:

0–15 years old
Fiberglass hull
Sloop rig
24’–42’ keelboat
Tiller (under 30’) or wheel (over 30’) (preferred, not required)
Fin, short, or bulb keel
Anchor windlass and 2–3 berths (for cruisers)

Not Well-Suited:

Wooden hulls
Dinghies
Wishbone rigs
25–30+ years old (evaluated case by case)

Additional Program Details

⛵ Cruising Boats

Used for member charters, club cruising, and ASA instruction
Anacortes moorage option (May–Sept.) for boats 35’+ — ideal for San Juan Islands access
Plays a central role in introducing new sailors to cruising and overnight adventures

🏁 Race Boats (e.g. J/105)

Participates in weekly Club races and regional regattas
Used for race clinics and advanced training
Maintained to a performance standard with coaching and care

Help Shape the Next Generation of Sailors

Your boat won’t just sit idle—it will be used to train new sailors, introduce families to overnight cruising, and give hundreds of members the chance to experience the magic of the water. Our team of USCG-licensed instructors and ASA-certified curriculum ensures your boat is in experienced hands.

Let’s Talk

Interested in learning more? We’re happy to talk through how the program works, what boats we’re looking for, and what it means to be a part of the Seattle Sailing Club fleet.

Boat Owner Inquiry Form Email Seattle Sailing Club