Did an afternoon pontoon boat rental here for a family outing and it all went very well. Friendly,…read morehelpful staff and the boat was as promised and in great shape. We will return.

We rented a pontoon boat from Yarrow Bay Marina for the blue angels today/Thursday. They called us…read morelast night at 4 o'clock and cancelled our boat saying there was an issue with a prop. We had to cancel with two other couples coming out on the boat and then when we got to the dock this morning, we saw them putting the boat back in the water and we said well if it's functioning, can we take the boat out and they said yes. Well the Boat went no more than 6 knots which is below the speed limit in Lake union and we had to go all the way across from Kirkland to Andrews Bay it took an hour. We almost had to call twice for a tow. They still charged us. They gave us a discount, but they still charged us a good chunk of money for that boat, even though it wasn't functioning properly and they claimed we were out for eight hours what were we supposed to do? Just not go out in the boat and not go watch the blue angels? The boat barely ran - literally if we tried to go over 3000 RPMs the boat would just spin out in the engine wouldn't work anymore. When we got there in the morning at 10:30 AM, the entire bathroom was out of toilet paper when we came back at 6:30 PM, was out of toilet paper again. L A very sad excuse for a Marina! Do not ever go near this place to rent a boat that's all I can say. They'll give you a boat that doesn't run and charge you anyway. Stay away!

Great to have a local club with a variety of well-maintained boats, and additional boats at other…read morearea clubs, as well as more distant options (both in US and foreign). Take out a boat 1-2 times weekly, very easy process and when I arrive, boat is prepped and ready to cast off. Have owned a few boats in my life, and this is so much easier, plus provides a variety of boats to use based on my needs that day. Very happy member! Greg

Service is always amazing and the boats always clean and ready to go. Katelynn and Sergio are my…read morefavorites. So much better (for us) than owning your own boat.

Love this port, great restaurants around, the ferry system is awesome. The beach is really cool…read morewith an underwater museum and the beach is accessible to the public.

This is a great marina to visit. There are countless boats and yachts in the area, so this is very…read morescenic for boating enthusiast and children. There's a beautiful beach area nearby, and the view of the Puget Sound is outstanding. This is a great place to visit with family, friends and children.

This port and the city are totally dedicated to the Norway history that started here…read more From boat building to logging camps. And this started as a village to a town that was a headquarters for orphans. Parents that gave them up because of early deaths at sea , or farm accidents. On to the next harbor now

Clean showers, friendly staff and easy marina to skiff in to. Love this adorable town and…read moreeverything is an easy walk.

A well-run swim school that focuses on building confidence, not just swimming skills…read more We've had all three of our kids at Goldfish Swim School in Mill Creek, and it's been a very positive experience. Two of our children have progressed through the Junior program (skipping Mini) and into Glider, with one of them completing the next level (Pro), while our youngest is just getting started. The results over the past six months have been impressive. Our older two have gone from being apprehensive in the water to genuinely enjoying swimming. Both are now able to swim independently with appropriate supervision, and our oldest (10) is arguably the best pool swimmer in our family. What really stands out isn't just the progress--it's Goldfish's approach to teaching. The instructor-to-student ratio is excellent, with one instructor for every two or three kids being the norm (occasionally four, but never feeling crowded). There are also multiple lifeguards on duty--roughly one for every three lanes--which gives parents a great deal of confidence. The instructors are patient, encouraging, and focused on helping kids become comfortable in the water rather than simply checking off skills. The skill evaluations are another strength. When it's time to test for the next level, each child receives one-on-one attention from an instructor, making the process feel thorough and encouraging rather than rushed. One of the things Goldfish does especially well is celebrate progress, not just outcomes. Kids who pass a level get to ring the celebration bell, giving them a real sense of pride and accomplishment. Even on days when they aren't testing--or don't quite advance yet--instructors recognize individual achievements with ribbons for things like learning a new skill or simply being brave in the water. It's a thoughtful approach that keeps kids motivated and reinforces that building confidence is just as important as mastering the next technique. The facility itself is very good. It's a glass-free facility with a comfortable viewing area where parents can clearly watch every lesson. The building is well lit, with good temperature control--warm on the pool deck while still comfortable in the seating area. There are convenient showers right next to the pool, spacious changing rooms with hair dryers and getting-ready areas, an easy electronic check-in system, and a fun snack counter with inexpensive treats so kids can buy something themselves after class. One thing to know before you enroll is that Goldfish is purpose-built as a swim lesson facility. If you're looking for water slides, splash features, or a recreational pool experience like McMenamins or the Snohomish Aquatic Center, this isn't that. Every aspect of the facility is designed around teaching children to swim safely, efficiently, and confidently. Parking at Mill Creek Town Center is generally good, although it can get busy during peak times. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is the cost and conditions of the make-up tokens. Enrolling multiple children is a significant investment, but in our experience the quality of instruction, the emphasis on safety, and--most importantly--the confidence our kids have gained in the water have made it well worth it. That said $43 a session for 30 minutes is on the high side. If you miss a class, you receive a make-up token that can be used later. While this has worked well for our family and is helpful, you do need to know is the tokens can accumulate over time, because you must remain enrolled to redeem them--you can't cancel or postpone lessons and fund off make up tokens. Overall, Goldfish has created a well-organized, safety-focused environment that inspires confidence in both kids and parents. More importantly, they've helped transform swimming from something our kids were nervous about into something they genuinely enjoy. After using Snohomish Aquatic Center, McMenamins, and Kingsgate, we'd recommend Goldfish to other families looking for a lesson-focused program for kids on the younger side (Ages 3-9). -AC

I am so happy they opened this swimschool. We previously used British Swim School (at 24 hour…read morefitness or something) and it was so overpriced for what they offered. Changing in tents, cold water, one bench for parents it was awful. I used Goldfish Swimschool for my daughter on the East Coast and loved it- this one is just as good. The facilities here are well worth the price. Tons of changing rooms, showers, diapers and hair ties for when you forget yours, huge seating area and warm swimming water. The staff are super friendly at the front desk and the couple swim instructors that have taught my kids are wonderful and patient.

William, the owner, has taken care of my children's swim lessons since 2020. I adore this school…read moreand the teaching style. Clean, organized, friendly facility. My kids are safe in and around water thanks to Goldfish Shoreline.

We LOVE this location! My kids started with swim guru and it was great, but the convenience of this…read morelocation and amenities make it so much better! The team is super helpful and the pool is warm and clean.

We absolutely love Goldfish Swim School and recommend it to everyone! The pool is heated, clean…read morefacility, and the staff is amazing! Our kids love their instructor, Parker. They are amazing with our kids, and we feel so lucky to have them! Our kids have only been going for about a month and I've already noticed a huge improvement!

We tried Goldfish Swim School for a little over three months. As other reviewers have noted, the…read morefacilities are clean, the pool is warm, and the instructors and staff are friendly. However, our children made very little progress beyond becoming slightly more comfortable getting their faces wet. In addition to the limited amount of instruction time, the biggest barrier to progress was the constant instructor turnover. Both of my children had a new instructor nearly every other week, which meant they were effectively starting from scratch each time. The instructors also frequently encouraged us to find additional pool time and practice outside of lessons. That may be helpful advice for families with easy access to a pool, but it is much less practical when you do not have another pool readily available. Access to consistent instruction and guided practice was the reason we enrolled in swim lessons in the first place. Overall, the program felt like an assembly-line style of instruction and produced mediocre results for our children. You may save money in the long run by choosing private lessons from the start, particularly if your child needs consistency or more individualized support.