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2023 Kids Sailing School

Squamish Youth Sailing & Kayaking Camp – General Info

Welcome

Please READ MORE for all information on all upcoming learn to sail opportunities at the Squamish Yacht Club; Intro to Sailing, Can Sail 1-6, Advanced Sailing, Adult Lessons, Private Lessons.

Dates posted per section. Registration opens March 1st 2023!!!

Please click READ MORE and subscribe to our mailing list in order to receive information on program updates and be notified as soon as registration opens!

Introduction to Sailing & Kayaking – 1 week ages 7-10

​Introduction to Sailing & Kayaking: This program is for youth 7 to 10 years old. It is a one week introduction to sailing and kayaking. Tuition is $380 for the one week and enrolment is limited to 6 students each session; Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm.

Tentative Schedule – Registration opens March 1st 2023

July 3rd – 7th 2023 – 12 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm

July 10th – 14th 2023 – 12 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm

July 17th – 21st 2023 – 8 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm

July 31st – Aug 4th 2023 –  8 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm *CAMP AUG 1st – No holiday

August 7th – Aug 11th 2023 – 8 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm

August 28th – Sept 1st 2023 – 8 spots – $380 / sailor – 5 days – M-F 9-3pm

Can Sail 1 – 3. Ages 10+ ; 2 week program

CanSail 1- 3: This program is for youth 10 to 16 years old. This is a two week program where students will work towards the newly developed CAN SAIL levels 1 to 3. The tuition is $650 for 10 days of instruction and fun on the water. Reduced rate for the 9 day session. Enrolment is limited to 6 students in each session.

Learn to Sail – CanSail 1-3 – 10 days – Ages 10+

July 17th – 28th – 8 spots – $650 / sailor – 10 days – M-F 9-3pm

July 31st – Aug 11th – 8 spots – $650 / sailor – 10 days – M-F 9-3pm

*Registration opens March 1st 2023

Can Sail 4 – 6. Ages 10+ ; 2 week program

Registration is OPEN for CanSail 4/5/6 – please email sailingschool@squamishyachtclub.com directly for link

CanSail 4-6 : This program is for youth 10 to 15 years old.  This is a two week program where students work towards the newly developed CAN SAIL levels 4 to 6.

The tuition is per section; 5 days coaching, 2 days regatta and possibly 3 additional days of instruction (TBD)! Enrolment is limited to 9 students who have already completed CanSail level 3. There is an opportunity for participants to join the Race Team at the annual Whistler Regatta!

***Please note, if you would like to do the CanSail 1-4 during this time just send us an e-mail and we can split the classes.

Aug 14th – 18th 2023 – 9 spots – 2 days- M-F 9-3pm – $375/sailor

Aug 19th – 20th 2023 – 2 days WHISTLER REGATTA – Sat & Sun – 8-5pm – $100 coaching fee + registration & boat rental

Aug 23rd – 25th 2023 – 9 spots – 3 days- W-F  – $200

Please ensure you qualify for this program prior to registration.

Advanced Sailing

Advanced Sailing:

The Advanced Sailing Team is available to SYC Junior Members who are looking to improve their sailing skills, have fun and learn to cooperate as a team in a racing environment. 

Advanced Sailing will provide sailors with an extra opportunity to get out on the water throughout the spring and summer (spring/fall) to develop their skills as racers and train with an experienced sailing coach in order to improve their performance at targeted events.

*** Please check in with a coach to make sure your sailor has met the required skillset to join the advanced program.

Advanced Dates JUNE Mondays /JULY & AUGUST Tuesdays ; 
Mondays June: 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th ; 4:30-6:30 pm
Tuesdays July: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th ; 4:30-6:30pm
Tuesdays August:  1st, 8th, 29th; 4:30-6:30pm
Cost ; $25 per drop in or $125 for unlimited Spring & Summer.
*must be SYC Junior Member ($50.40)
Fall sessions TBD.
October under review.
Registration link to be reviewed shortly.

Private / Group / Adult Lessons

Adult / Private Groups:

Hop into a dinghy with your friend, spouse or a new friend. We’ll teach you all the basics of sailing so you can get out onto the sound on your own. Dinghy Sailing is a great way to learn how to sail and all dinghy skills are transferable to yacht sailing. 2 adults per sailboat and we guarantee 1 instructor per 4 adults however we usually provide more!

Dates below.

Opportunity for day lessons / weekends should our sets not fit your schedule.

Please feel free to email regarding any questions:

sailingschool@squamishyachtclub.com

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37778 Logger’s Lane
P.O. Box 1681,
Squamish, BC V8B 0B2

49º 41’ 68” N
123º 9’ 30” W

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