Seattle Corporate & Team Building Events
Whether you work with several people or several dozen, sharing an experience outside of the office is a good thing. Team building events at Seattle Sailing Club encourage communication, improve team decision-making, build confidence & trust, increase collaboration, strengthen morale, and boost productivity. The benefits to the workplace are innumerable. Our variety of modern, well-maintained sailboats, experienced professional staff, and convenient location make our Seattle team building events efficient, easy, and fun! No prior sailing experience is needed. Please note that each boat can accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. For larger groups, we will arrange multiple boats to ensure everyone can participate comfortably. We can host events for groups of 50+ with this arrangement.
Seattle Team Building Activities
Team Building Sailing Race Events
Race Events
This popular corporate team building activity in Seattle is ideal for organizations looking to provide a unique and memorable experience for small to large groups. Under expert instruction and supervision, your group will form into individual sailing crews of 4 – 6 people on each boat. Each experienced instructor/skipper will guide and encourage each crew member to take an active part in the steering and sailing of the yachts.
The experience creates the opportunity for groups to take on a dynamic challenge, develop new skills and strengthen team spirit – All while having fun on the beautiful Puget Sound.
BOATS
Our Racing Events are organized on J/80s or J/105s which are sleek, one-design keelboats designed for racing in all types of regattas around the world. The J/80s are 26′ while the J/105s are 35′. There are 2 J/80s in the photo above.
EVENT DETAILS
Event Duration: 4 hours. Each event includes a 30 minute brief but comprehensive introduction to sailing, covering essential topics such as safety protocols, boat anatomy, and sailing techniques.
Schedule Options: Monday – Friday, between 9am – 6pm. Considering our resource allocation, please allow a minimum of four weeks for event scheduling.
Group Size: 6 – 50 (minimum 6)*
*Coast Guard Regulation allows a maximum of 6 participants per boat.
Price: $175/ participant
Cruising Events
Cruising Events
Take your group to any number of local day sailing destinations. The sailing journey is always the best part, but the possibilities when you get there are endless: a picnic at Blake Island State Park; a nice meal on the water at a local port.
Sail to one of Puget Sound’s day sailing destinations while your team collaborates to make the journey the most memorable part of the experience.
For a shorter outing, consider a 3-hour fun sail around Shilshole Bay. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Olympic Mountain Range and a sail-by to view downtown Seattle from the water, complete with stunning vistas of Mount Rainier.
Please note that each boat can accommodate a maximum of 6 guests. For larger groups, we will arrange multiple boats to ensure everyone can participate comfortably. We can host events for groups of 50+ with this arrangement.
Depending on the goals of the event, we invite your team to use this event as a team building exercise or leisure sail. We’ll help plan your Seattle corporate or team building event according to your needs and goals.
BOATS
32′ – 45′ sailboats
CRUISING EVENT OPTIONS
Fun Sail (3-hours) – $150/person
Sail around Central Puget Sound with views of the Olympic Mountain Range.
This is a non-stop sailing event.
4-hour Cruise: Seattle Waterfront / View of Mount Rainier – $175/person
Sail by Seattle’s Waterfront with a chance to see Mount Rainier – Sail back to Shilshole
This is a non-stop sailing event.
6-hour Cruise to a Destination: Bainbridge Island, Elliott Bay Marina, Edmonds, or Kingston – $225/person
Sail to your destination of choice and explore their unique offerings such as dining, museums, shopping, parks, beaches, and cafes. Sail back to Shilshole.
8-hour Cruise to Blake Island State Park for a Hike, Picnic, and Wildlife Viewing – $275/person
Sail to Blake Island State Park – Hike the island, explore the beaches, have a picnic, view wildlife – Sail back to Shilshole
EVENT DETAILS
Event Duration: 3-8 hours. Each event includes a 30 minute brief but comprehensive introduction to sailing, covering essential topics such as safety protocols, boat anatomy, and sailing techniques.
Schedule Options: Monday – Friday, between 9am – 6pm. Considering our resource allocation, please allow a minimum of four weeks for event scheduling.
Group Size: 6 – 50 (minimum 6)*
*Coast Guard Regulation allows a maximum of 6 participants per boat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the goals of your Corporate / Team Building Events?
#1 is always safety!
#2, have fun!
#3, strengthen team dynamic!
Q: Do you have options for lunches?
Boxed lunches are available with options of gluten free, vegan, and/or vegetarian. The minimum for a lunch order is 5 lunches. Please inquire about the current price.
Q: Do participants need to know how to swim?
No. Every participant will be wearing a flotation device that we provide.
Q: Will the boat capsize (flip upside down in the water)?
No. The boats we have in our fleet are keelboats which means they have a ballast underneath the boat that keeps them upright even in windy conditions.
Q: What if it rains?
Being located in Seattle means we embrace the elements! If rain is forecasted, we will continue the event. Participants should come prepared for weather – i.e. rain jackets and warm clothing.
Q: How many people can be on 1 boat?
Due to Coast Guard Regulations, we are limited to 6 passengers per boat.
Q: Can we change the number of participants for an event after we’ve completed registration?
You are welcome to change the number of participants up to 5 days before your event. If the number of participants decreases within 5 days of the event, your group will be charged for the original number of participants.
Q: Can we bring/drink alcoholic beverages on board?
On Cruising Events, participants are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages if they agree to drink responsibly. During Race Events, we do not allow drinking as the purpose of the event is to participate and work as a team. However, teams are welcome to hang out in our lobby or outside on the grass after the race to enjoy beverages.
Cancellation/Rescheduling & Refund Policy
Event Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations within 14-days of the event are non-refundable.
- Rescheduling within 14-days of the event will result in a rescheduling fee of $400.