Seattle Corporate & Team Building Events

Your team doesn’t need sailing experience. They just need to show up.

Trusted by Amazon, Google, Meta, the Gates Foundation, and dozens of Seattle’s most recognized companies.

Seattle Sailing Club hosts corporate team-building events on the waters of Central Puget Sound — out of Shilshole Bay Marina, with the Olympic Mountains on one side and the Seattle skyline on the other. Our fleet of USCG-licensed captains and ASA-certified sailing instructors handle the boat. Your team handles everything else.

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Choose Your Event

We offer five event formats — from 3-hour casual sails to full-day racing competitions and overnight-worthy destination adventures. All events run Monday–Friday, 9am–8pm, and include a 30-minute intro to sailing led by your captain. No experience required for any of them.

▸ The Shotgun Race | 4 Hours | $175/person

Our signature event — and the one people talk about longest after.

Your group gets a 30-minute intro to sailing, then heads out on the water to get comfortable with the boat. When the fleet reaches Port Madison, your captain drops the sails, sounds a horn blast, and steps back. From that point on, it’s on your team to raise the sails and race back to Shilshole Bay — competing against the other boats in your group.

No captain assistance. No safety net. Just teamwork, wind, and Puget Sound.

Boats: J/80s (26′) or J/105s (34.5′) | Group Size: 6–50 | Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9am–8pm

▸ Buoy Racing | 4 Hours | $175/person

Teams split across boats and race a buoy course on Shilshole Bay under the guidance of expert skippers. Captains provide hands-on coaching throughout — this one is great for groups who want the thrill of competition with a little more instruction built in.

Typically includes 1–3 races depending on conditions.

Boats: J/80s (26′) or J/105s (34.5′) | Group Size: 6–50 | Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9am–8pm

▸ Cruising Events | 3–8 Hours | Starting at $150/person

Not every team outing needs a finish line. Our cruising events are built for groups who want to get on the water, take in the views, and spend a few hours doing something genuinely different. Your captain handles the navigation — your team participates as much or as little as they want.

Four options to choose from:

Fun Sail 3 hours	Sail around Central Puget Sound with views of the Olympic Mountain Range.	$150/person
Sail-by Seattle Waterfront 4 hours	Sail along Seattle’s waterfront with views of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier.	$175/person
Choose Your Destination 6 hours	Sail to Bainbridge Island, Elliott Bay Marina, Edmonds, or Kingston — explore, dine, and sail back.	$225/person
Blake Island State Park 8 hours	Sail to an island only accessible by boat — hike the trails, explore the beaches, have a picnic, and sail back.	$275/person

Boats: Fleet of 34’+ sailboats | Group Size: 6–50 | Schedule: Mon–Fri, 9am–8pm

All pricing excludes applicable sales tax. Boxed lunch add-on available at $35/person — gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options available. Minimum of 5 lunches per order.

Event Details & Logistics

Location: Shilshole Bay Marina, 7001 Seaview Ave NW Suite 130, Seattle, WA 98133

Parking: Free. Individual cars in the South lot; shuttles and buses may park on the street.

Indoor space: Available for groups of 30 or fewer. Picnic tables outside for larger groups.

Scheduling: Please allow a minimum of 4 weeks lead time for event booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the goals of your Corporate / Team Building Events?

#1 is always safety. #2, have fun. #3, strengthen your team dynamic. Everything else — communication, collaboration, trust — tends to take care of itself once you’re on the water.

Q: Do participants need to know how to sail or swim?

Neither. No sailing experience is required for any of our events — your USCG-licensed captain will teach your group everything they need to know. Every participant will also be wearing a Coast Guard-approved flotation device that we provide.

Q: Will the boat capsize?

No. Every boat in our fleet is a keelboat, which means there’s a weighted ballast beneath the hull that keeps the boat upright — even in strong wind. These boats are designed to self-right.

Q: What if it rains?

We sail rain or shine — this is Seattle, after all. If rain is in the forecast, we’ll continue with the event. We recommend participants bring a rain jacket and dress in layers. If winds are forecast to gust above 25 knots, we’ll reach out within 24 hours to discuss a contingency plan. In the rare case we need to cancel for safety reasons, you’ll receive a full refund.

Q: How many people can be on one boat?

Coast Guard regulations limit us to 6 passengers per boat. For larger groups, we deploy multiple boats simultaneously — your whole group is on the water together, just across our fleet. We can accommodate groups of up to 50 this way.

Q: Can we bring alcoholic beverages?

On Cruising Events, yes — guests are welcome to bring beer, cider, hard seltzers, or white wine to enjoy in moderation. All guests must be 21+. Glass bottles and red wine are not permitted on board. During Racing Events, alcohol is not permitted on the water, but your group is welcome to enjoy beverages at the Club after the race.

Q: Can we adjust our guest count after booking?

Yes. Guest count adjustments are welcome up to 21 days before your event. Adding guests is subject to boat and captain availability. Reductions within 21 days are subject to partial refund based on timing — please contact our events team for details at info@seattlesailing.com or (206) 782-5100.

Q: Do you have lunch options?

Yes — we offer boxed lunches from Harried & Hungry, a local shop. Each box includes a sandwich, wrap, or salad, chips, a cookie, and a drink. Gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options are available. Lunches are $35/person with a minimum order of 5. Meal decisions must be finalized at least 21 days before your event.

Ready to get your team on the water?

Contact our events team at info@seattlesailing.com or (206) 782-5100.

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