Classes & CAMPS
For Youth & Adults
At Northwest Maritime, we offer hands-on maritime education and adventure for all ages—from youth summer camps and school group expeditions to adult sailing, boatbuilding, and navigation classes that inspire lifelong connection to the water.
ADULT
CLASSES & EVENTS
Adult On-the-Water
Highly experienced instructors and a stunning waterfront setting framed by the Olympic and Cascade Mountains make Northwest Maritime an exceptional place to learn on the water.
- Intro to Sailing
- Basic Keelboat
- US Powerboating
Adult Maritime Skills
Build confidence, competence, and safety on the water with our Maritime Skills courses, offered online and in-person.
- Boat Handling & Seamanship
- Navigation & Technology
- Local Sea Skills & Safety
Adult Boatshop
Learn to build, repair, and care for boats in our hands-on Boatshop Workshops. From weekend skill classes to weeklong boat builds, you’ll gain practical woodworking, finishing, and boatbuilding experience.
- Boatbuilding & Construction
- Woodworking & Shop Skills
- Boat Maintenance & Finishing
YOUTH
CLASSES & EVENTS
Youth Learn to Sail
Our Youth Learn to Sail camps guide kids and teens through hands-on sailing instruction, helping them gain confidence, teamwork skills, and knowledge of safe boating.
- Opti Camps
- Doublehanded Sailing
- Teen Keelboat Certification
Youth Maritime Camps
Set sail this summer with our Youth Maritime Camps for ages 5–10! Kids explore the maritime world through boating, shore adventures, and hands-on projects—building skills, confidence, and curiosity along the way.
- On-the-Water Adventures
- Exploration & Discovery
- Creative Fun
Youth Boatshop
Get hands-on with woodworking, design, and boatbuilding! These camps teach kids ages 7–16 how to measure, shape, and assemble real projects while exploring the science and math behind the craft.
- Hands-on Woodworking
- Design & Engineering
- Problem Solving
Scholarships
Northwest Maritime is committed to making our programs accessible to all. We offer scholarships for participants facing financial barriers so that cost is never an obstacle to learning with us. Click below to apply for a scholarship.
For those who are able paying more than the suggested program price directly supports this scholarship fund and helps expand access for others. If you have questions or would like to discuss your options, please contact our registrar at registrar@nwmaritime.org or 360.385.3628 x1.
Stay & Learn
Get 10% off your stay at The Swan Hotel if you’re taking a class at Northwest Maritime! A ‘Stay and Learn’ option will be available at the time of class registration. Must book directly through The Swan Hotel to redeem the discount and indicate class participation.
Gift Certificates
Experiences make the best gifts! Give the gift of Northwest Maritime programs by purchasing a gift certificate online. Learn more.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be received in writing; email to registrar@nwmaritime.org. Cancellations 14 days or more prior to the first day of the program will be refunded the program cost less an administrative fee of $25 per program. Cancellations made less that 14 days prior to the first day of the program will not be refunded. If NWM cancels a program, 100% of fees will be refunded or a reschedule option may be arranged. Please ask about options to reschedule.
Please note: Once you have received any course materials, cancellation details may differ from those listed here. If your Boatshop program includes a kit, cancellations must occur at least 45 days prior to the first day of the program to receive a refund of any kind.
Questions?
Our registrar is here to help guide you in your class selection. Please call 360.385.3628 x1 or email registrar@nwmaritime.org.
