Lessons - Small Keel Boat Cruising

You will Learn to sail, safety equipment and procedures, powering in restricted waters, terminology, basic weather and chart reading, anchoring and docking, heavy weather sailing, reefing and knots, rules of the road and man-overboard procedures aboard our modern 28’ yacht. Upon completion, you should be able to sail a keel-boat safely in moderate wind and sea conditions. As well, you should be able to demonstrate necessary sailing skills required for the Sail Canada Basic Cruising Standard. On water 18hrs & 23hrs online Learning with NauticEd. A 2hr written exam is scheduled after the on water section.

This course is offered in 3 different formats*

Midweek Day                       Tue/Wed/Thu       9:30am - 5pm

May 4//5/6

May 18/19/20

Jun 1/2/3

Jul/Aug/ Sep TBD

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Weekend                             Fri 6pm - 9 pm     Sat/Sun    9:30a-5:30pm

Apr 30 May 1/2    

May 14/15/16 

Jun 4/5/6

Jun 18/19/20

Jul/Aug/ Sep TBA

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2 Weekend                         Sat/Sun       9:00am - 1:30pm or 2:00pm - 6:30pm

Mornings or Afternoons

Sept   TBA

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Weeknight                        Mon/Tue      6pm - ~9:30pm  (Jul -8:45pm)

May 3/4 10/11 17/18

Jun  7/8 14/15 21/22

Jul    5/6 12/13 19/20 21

Custom Dates for Private Classes Available

Transport Canada Notice

These training sessions will require short periods of moderate upper body exertion, and a moderate level of arm strength. Participants will have the opportunity to experience sun, wind, spray, rain, and temperatures consistent with the time of year they take part in this activity. When underway the vessel may exhibit irregular motion due to wind and waves and temperatures may be cooler than on land. Participants will be expected to learn and demonstrate skills and perform tasks while the vessel is at the dock, at anchor, and when the vessel is underway. In a day sailing format, vessels will be underway for varying periods of time (up to 7 hours), during daylight, in light to moderate wind and sea conditions. These sessions are suitable for most fitness levels and will provide a good body core workout.

*All courses are subject to minimum enrollment