Your kids can get wet, have fun, and learn to sail right at your doorstep!
Children will learn the basics of sailing in a unique environment focusing on fun and boating safety. Participants will learn some terminology, knots, and how to sail by means of games and activities both on and off the water. Seven-foot Optimist sailboats as well as two-person kayaks will be used in the program. By the end of the course, students will be able to safely sail and kayak on their own! In addition to these skills, the program develops confidence and leadership in its participants.
No experience is necessary and you don't have to be a member.
Professionally trained and Canadian Yachting Association Certified coaches will ensure every experience is a positive one.
For a detailed description of topics covered in our course click here.
Note: the age span for students will vary at some clubs. Most are age 6 - 15.
Children will learn the basics of sailing in a unique environment focusing on fun and boating safety. Participants will learn some terminology, knots, and how to sail by means of games and activities both on and off the water. Seven-foot Optimist sailboats as well as two-person kayaks will be used in the program. By the end of the course, students will be able to safely sail and kayak on their own! In addition to these skills, the program develops confidence and leadership in its participants.No experience is necessary and you don't have to be a member.
Professionally trained and Canadian Yachting Association Certified coaches will ensure every experience is a positive one.
For a detailed description of topics covered in our course click here.
Note: the age span for students will vary at some clubs. Most are age 6 - 15.
Click on the location nearest you for more details and to register.
| Week # |
2010 Dates | Trailer 1 Locations | Trailer 2 Locations |
| 1 | June 21 - 25 |
Whitehorse |
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| 2 | June 28 - July 2 | Whitehorse |
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| 3 | July 5 - 9 | Whistler | Marsh Lake |
| 4 | July 12 - 16 |
Whistler | Fort St. John |
| 5 | July 19 - 23 |
Camp Elphinstone | Fort St. John |
| 6 | July 26 - 30 |
Camp Elphinstone | Nelson |
| 7 | Aug 2 - 6 |
Powell River | Nelson |
| 8 | Aug 9 - 13 |
Camp Artaban | Naramata |
| 9 | Aug 16 - 20 |
Comox | Bowen Island |
| 10 | Aug 23 - 27 |
Tofino | Bowen Island |
| 11 | Aug 30 - Sep 3 |
Hornby Island | Cultus Lake |
