This course is for those interested in keelboat sailing. The Basic Cruising course will explain seamanship and boat-handling skills required for sailboat cruising. The course teaches you to enjoy a day sail, safely and efficiently in moderate wind and sea conditions. This Sail Canada certification course is taught by a certified instructor and provides an internationally recognized certification. Whether your goal is learning or upgrading your skills, chartering a boat or becoming a boat owner, this course will get you heading in the right direction.

Courses run Monday & Wednesday evening from 6-9 pm for 4 Consecutive Weeks OR Saturday & Sunday 9am-4pm for 2 Consecutive Weekends. Maximum of 4 students per instructor. All courses include theory lessons, practical on water, exam, textbook and logbook

Option to add on a PCOC and or PVOP license in certain courses.

RCYC Members Discount: The cost shown is reflective of the Non-Member fee. RCYC Members are offered a Member discount which will require a discount code. Please select the RCYC Member discount when prompted and enter code. The code can be accessed by checking the RCYC Website under sailing programs, members only, or by emailing sailing@rcyc.ca

This one day introductory course provides insight into the fundamental skills of sailing. The course will cover some basic theory before heading out on the water so you can try sailing before before joining a full course. The course will also cover the different pathways to learning and what courses are available in the market. All are welcome - no experience necessary!

RCYC Members Discount: The cost shown is reflective of the Non-Member fee. RCYC Members are offered a Member discount which will require a discount code. Please select the RCYC Member discount when prompted and enter code. The code can be accessed by checking the RCYC Website under sailing programs, members only, or by emailing sailing@rcyc.ca

The Adult Learn to Sail follows the CANSail curriculum and is ideal for beginners. The courses use small and responsive boat that are exciting, but stable in teaching the fundamental skills of sailing. The course is taught by an experienced Sail Canada instructor. Course curriculum includes:

CANSail 1 – Introduction to sailing. CANSail 1 teaches sailors the fundamental sailing skills including basic sheeting, steering, and boat handling on all points of sail. Sailors can sail within defined boundaries set by an instructor

CANSail 2 – Basic sailing. CANSail 2 teaches sailors to adjust their bodies and boats for changes in direction and wind speed while sailing and to perform boat-handling skills in a controlled manner while in a controlled setting.

Courses run Tuesday AND Wednesday evenings from 6-9 pm for 4 Consecutive weeks

OR

Courses Run Saturday AND Sunday all day from 9am to 4pm for 2 consecutive weekends.

Boats

Weekday courses will use Ideal 18's or Sonars

Weekend courses will use the RS Vision Dinghy

(boat are subject to change)

RCYC Members Discount: The cost shown is reflective of the Non-Member fee. RCYC Members are offered a Member discount which will require a discount code. Please select the RCYC Member discount when prompted and enter code. The code can be accessed by checking the RCYC Website under sailing programs, members only, or by emailing sailing@rcyc.ca

The Adult Learn to Sail 2 course follows the CANSail curriculum and is ideal for individuals who have completed the Adult Learn to Sail course or CANSail 1. The courses use small, responsive boat that are exciting and are ideal for learning the novice level skills of sailing. The course is taught by an experienced Sail Canada instructor. Course curriculum includes:

CANSail 2 – Basic sailing. CANSail 2 teaches sailors to adjust their bodies and boats for changes in direction and wind speed while sailing and to perform boat-handling skills in a controlled manner while in a controlled setting.

CANSail 3 - Covers basics of sailboat racing, combining boat handling maneuvers to maximize speed and manage power in all directions.

Courses run Tuesday AND Wednesday evenings from 6-9 pm for 4 Consecutive weeks

OR

Courses Run Saturday AND Sunday all day from 9am to 4pm for 2 consecutive weekends.

Boats

All courses will use the C420 dinghy.

Prerequisites

CANSail 1 Certification or equivalent

RCYC Members Discount: The cost shown is reflective of the Non-Member fee. RCYC Members are offered a Member discount which will require a discount code. Please select the RCYC Member discount when prompted and enter code. The code can be accessed by checking the RCYC Website under sailing programs, members only, or by emailing sailing@rcyc.ca

We're back for another great season of Women's Sailing! 

If you're new to the Women's Sailing program, this is a community of female sailors that strive for a friendly environment and encourage an active lifestyle on the island while enjoying the company of others for a low-stress experience. With a wide range of skill levels - from beginners to long-time racers/cruisers - our sailing instructors and occasional volunteers work with the participants to achieve their sailing goals.

Please note: This course is not solely focused on learning to sail or evaluation of CANSail levels, although it's a great way toto continue learning! Your instructors and other women in the program can help guide you on next steps or other sailing opportunities outside this group

Suggested Prerequisite: Adult Learn to sail.

Monday Evenings from 6:00 to 9:00pm

RCYC Members Discount: The cost shown is reflective of the Non-Member fee. RCYC Members are offered a Member discount which will require a discount code. Please select the RCYC Member discount when prompted and enter code. The code can be accessed by checking the RCYC Website under sailing programs, members only, or by emailing sailing@rcyc.ca