Growth Through Sailing

Our sailing program offers kids much more than time on the water—it helps them grow and have fun while doing it. As they learn to handle a boat, make decisions, and navigate changing conditions, they naturally build confidence and independence. Our programs are designed to teach real skills while encouraging responsibility, resilience, and teamwork. With supportive instructors and a positive community, each session becomes an opportunity for your child to discover their strengths, gain self-assurance, and develop a sense of capability that goes far beyond sailing.

Confidence,

Self-reliance,

Decision-making,

Problem-solving,

Independence,

Collaboration,

Confidence, Self-reliance, Decision-making, Problem-solving, Independence, Collaboration,


Registration

Youth Sailing

Program details for Spring and Summer will be available in mid-February.

  • Sailing programs for youth ages 8-18

  • Spring and Summer info will be published in Mid Feb.

  • After registering, please complete the required paperwork and the communication form so you receive all important updates.

    Additional details are available in the program section below, and please feel free to reach out anytime with questions.

    We look forward to seeing your kids out on the water!

Spring Session - Coming Soon

Program Details


  • 13 - 18 years old


  • Novice: Any athlete that is within their first year of sailing

  • TBD


  • Regattas are for all sailors unless specifically noted. There will be a fee for each regatta. The estimate fee is currently listed.

    Feb 21, LU Team Rowing Relay at Mt. Baker Community Center
    Please contact Team Captains to participate. Fundraising event for Camp Lucy

    March 14, Baker Day, Mt. Baker. Free

    March 21, Greenlake, Seattle WA. Est: $100

    April 4, Husky Open (Select Varsity) Est: $90

    April 12, Rose City, Vancouver WA (transportation provided) Est: $190

    April 24-26, Brentwood Regatta, Maple Bay, Canada Est: $750
    (Transportation provided & Passport is required)

    May 2 Opening Day (Select Varsity) $100

    May 15-17 NW Regionals, Est: $775
    (Transportation provided)


  • Fees included all coaching and activities at Mt. Baker. Regattas are an extra fee and scholarships are available.


  • Scholarships can help with:

    • Activity fees

    • Regatta travel

    • Required race gear

    We know these costs add up for families, and we are committed to ensuring that there are no financial barriers to participation in our programs.

    Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a 50-90% assistance level.

    For more information and to fill out the application, click on this link:
    Scholarship Website and Application

    If your family does not meet the criteria of the Seattle Parks and Recreation Scholarship, we also offer expanded assistance levels of 10-40% with our Supplemental Financial Aid. (You will still need to apply for an SPR scholarship first).

    Please email phaedra.ogden@seattle.gov if you have any questions. 

  • Welcome to the Mount Baker community! We’re excited to see your kids get on the water and to watch them grow along the way. To help you get started, we’ve put together a downloadable step-by-step checklist to guide you through the process.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always happy to help. Thanks again, and we look forward to seeing you soon.

    — The Mt. Baker Team

Sailing Coach

Alex Zaputil 

Mt. Baker Sailing Team Head Coach

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Sailing is about doing the small things well and they add up to great things.

— Alex / Sailing Coach

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