The Center for Wooden Boats

1010 Valley Street, Seattle, 98109

896 reviews

The Center for Wooden Boats

1010 Valley Street, Seattle, 98109

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Services

1-Hr Free Peapod Rowboat Rental
1 service
- 1-Hour Free Peapod Row
  
  Join us rowing a Peapod on Lake Union! No experience necessary. 4 person maximum. Our friendly staff and volunteers will assist when you arrive. Book your reservation here. If none are available, please keep checking back! Note: please make only one future booking at a time so others may enjoy. Multiple future bookings will be cancelled. Thank you!
  
  Free
  1h
1- and 2-Hour Private Sailing Lessons
2 services
- SEATTLE: One-Hour Private Sailing Lesson
  
  $120 member | $150 general (1 Person) $180 member | $225 general (2-3 Person) What to bring: Dress in layers for the weather. We provide PFDs or bring your own. Limited heavy rain gear available to borrow. Rubber soled shoes are recommended to avoid slipping or damaging boats. Sailing or other gloves with a grip can be helpful in handling lines on and off the boat. Hats and sunscreen are recommended as appropriate. Please arrive a few minutes prior to your lesson to ensure your full time on the water with the instructor. We hold your credit card information at the single person member rate only in the event we need to enforce our cancellation policy. Actual payment for one or more person rates will be taken at the time of the lesson via your credit card or private lesson progression card. One Hour Private Lesson Price: $120 member | $150 general (1 Person) $180 member | $225 general (2-3 Person) If you are not already a member or your membership has lapsed, we encourage joining our community to benefit from discounted lesson and rental pricing among other great perks: https://www.cwb.org/membership. CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings may be self-managed more than 48 hours in advance at no charge. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hours of lesson start time will automatically be charged the member lesson price. This includes private lesson package students. Our instructors and sailboats are standing by for your booked time slot. Last minute changes or cancellations are difficult to backfill and limits opportunities for other guests learning to sail and practice skills. Questions regarding cancellations may be emailed to adultsailing@cwb.org.
  
  $120.00
  1h
- SEATTLE: Two-Hour Private Sailing Lesson
  
  $240 member | $300 general (1 Person) $360 member | $ 450 general (2-3 Person) What to bring: Dress in layers for the weather. We provide PFDs or bring your own. Limited heavy rain gear available to borrow. Rubber soled shoes are recommended to avoid slipping or damaging boats. Sailing or other gloves with a grip can be helpful in handling lines on and off the boat. Hats and sunscreen are recommended as appropriate. We are located at 1010 Valley Street, Seattle, WA 98109. Please arrive a few minutes prior to your lesson to ensure your full time on the water with the instructor. We hold your credit card information at the single person member rate only in the event we need to enforce our cancellation policy. Actual payment for one or more person rates will be taken at the time of the lesson via your credit card or private lesson progression card. Two Hour Private Lesson Price: $240 member | $300 general (1 Person) $360 member | $ 450 general (2-3 Person) If you are not already a member or your membership has lapsed, we encourage joining our community to benefit from discounted lesson and rental pricing among other great perks. Annual membership starts at $60. Join or renew in advance to streamline your day-of-lesson experience at https://www.cwb.org/membership. CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings may be self-managed via the booking platform more than 48 hours in advance at no charge. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hours of lesson start time will automatically be charged the member lesson price. This includes private lesson package students. Our instructors and sailboats are standing by for your booked time slot. Late cancellations are difficult to backfill and limits opportunities for other sailors wanting to learn and practice skills. Questions regarding cancellations may be emailed to adultsailing@cwb.org.
  
  $240.00
  2h
Livery Sailing Check-Out
1 service
- SEATTLE: Sailing Livery Checkout
  
  Price: $60 member | $75 non-member. Sailing checkouts are for one person at a time. Payment will be taken at time checkout. What to bring: Dress in layers for the weather. We provide PFDs or bring your own. Limited heavy rain gear available to borrow. Rubber soled shoes are recommended to avoid slipping or damaging boats. Sailing or other gloves with a grip can be helpful in handling lines on and off the boat. Hats and sunscreen are recommended as appropriate. Please arrive a few minutes prior to your checkout to ensure your full time on the water with the instructor. We hold your credit card information only in the event we need to enforce our cancellation policy. Actual payment will be taken at the time of your checkout. Sailing Checkout Price: $60 member | $75 non-member. If you are not already a member or your membership has lapsed, we encourage joining our community to benefit from discounted lesson and rental pricing among other great perks: https://www.cwb.org/membership. CANCELLATION POLICY: Bookings may be self-managed more than 48 hours in advance at no charge. No-shows or cancellations within 48 hours of lesson start time will automatically be charged the member checkout price. Our instructors and sailboats are standing by for your booked time slot. Last minute changes or cancellations are difficult to backfill and limits opportunities for other sailors learning and practicing skills. Questions regarding cancellations may be emailed to adultsailing@cwb.org.
  
  $60.00
  30min
Charter Cruise Tours of Lake Union
1 service
- SEATTLE: 1.5 hour Charter
  
  1.5 Hour Charter Tour of Lake Union for up to Six People: $250 Members | $325 Non-members. Enjoy a scenic cruise for up to 6 passengers. CWB USCG Licensed Captains will give you a tour of historic Lake Union including spectacular skyline views, iconic floating homes and much more. Bring your own beverages, food, and well-behaved dog(s) along for the ride! CANCELLATION POLICY We hold your credit card information during booking only in the event we need to enforce our cancellation policy. Actual payment will be taken at the time of your charter via your credit card. Bookings may be self-managed via our booking platform more than 48 hours in advance at no charge. Cancellations or no shows within 48 hours of scheduled charter time will be charged 100% of the full non-member rate. Our captains and vessels are standing by for your selected charter and last minute changes are difficult to backfill and reduce opportunities for others to enjoy the experience. Questions regarding cancellations must be sent via email to: adultsailing@cwb.org. Thank you.
  
  $250.00
  1h 30min
  
  members
  
  $325.00
  1h 30min
  
  non-members

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Amenities

Credit cards accepted
Accessible for people with disabilities
Pets allowed
Child-friendly

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1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Peapod II

Took a peapod out for an hour. Great instructions from staff, easy float on the lake

SEATTLE: Two-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Christian Holtz

I loved learning how to sail at the Center for Wooden Boats. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. My instructor, Christian, was excellent! His enthusia... Show more

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Peapod I

Super fun and peaceful! The staff were incredibly kind and helpful.

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Peapod I

great staff. dog friendly too!

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Peapod II

Wonderful opportunity to experience row boating and see the city from the water. The staff were extremely organized and helpful. Thank you for one o... Show more

SEATTLE: One-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Christian Holtz

The private lesson with Christian was amazing!! He’s very knowledgeable, helpful, and kind. This lesson was the perfect birthday gift for my partner!...

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Green Peapod

The volunteers are very helpful. we got stuck in middle and the voulnteer came to help us out

SEATTLE: Two-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Andrew Royal

We had a terrific sailing lesson with Andrew yesterday. He was well-prepared, relaxed, and knowledgeable. We were expecting to be a bit overwhelmed ... Show more

SEATTLE: One-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Andrew Royal

Andrew is a great instructor

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Blue Peapod

This is such a wonderful program to offer the community! The staff and volunteers were all so kind, welcoming and knowledgeable. Everything was setup ... Show more

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Blue Peapod

Very nice!

SEATTLE: One-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Derek Storm

Derek was very thorough and patient teaching me the ins and outs of setting up and sailing the boat.

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Blue Peapod

the center did not allow my group to rent the boats after we had already made a reservation. Terrible experience and communication. I would give zero ... Show more

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Green Peapod

Really beautiful and relaxing experience! Highly recommend ❤️

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Green Peapod

Super fun and friendly

SEATTLE: Sailing Livery Checkout

by Nancy Engel

The CWB is a very welcoming environment. Staff loves their work and are very low key. It is one of the few places in the US where you can rent a sailb... Show more

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Green Peapod

Had a great experience. Very easy to operate the boats. The boat is very stable and easy to maneuver. Good customer service.

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Green Peapod

Great experience, friendly staff.

SEATTLE: One-Hour Private Sailing Lesson

by Derek Storm

Amazing session. We did everything needed to sail the wonderful wooden boats. Even did the check out for self livery.

1-Hour Free Peapod Row

by Blue Peapod

Thanks to "The Center of Wooden Boats". It was amazing experience and we enjoyed a lot and had fun while rowing the boat for the 1st time. Thanks to t... Show more