Please Note: During a two week period, students MAY be able to complete the qualifications for one CANSail level and start toward the qualifications of the next level. This is dependent on several factors including, but not limited to: class size, weather conditions, and each student’s ability.

This is a combined class – CANSail 1 and CANSail 2 (CS 1, CS 2). CANSail 1 is an introduction to sailing for children aged 9 to 16. The course is instructed in dinghies with the emphasis on safety, fun, and seamanship. CANSail 1/2 is ideal for returning CS 1 students and recent graduates from CS 1. The first part of the course is re-capturing skills from last year. The course is instructed in dinghies, with students advancing through more complex craft and situations. A strong theoretical knowledge is combined with matching “on-water” practical experience and skill development. Graduates of the CANSail 2 program are competent sailors and are capable of racing in Club races. Courses run Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm. Courses will be run given adequate student registration and availability of an instructor. CYC Members registering in 2026 will receive a 5% discount.

Refer to the course Waiver for information about the CYC refund policy.

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.

Please Note: During a two week period, students MAY be able to complete the qualifications for one CANSail level and start toward the qualifications of the next level. This is dependent on several factors including, but not limited to: class size, weather conditions, and each student’s ability.

CANSail 3 and 4 are also instructed in dinghies, with students advancing through more complex craft and situations. A strong theoretical knowledge is combined with matching “on-water” practical experience and skill development. Graduates of the CANSail 3/4 program are fully competent sailors and are capable of racing in local regattas. Courses will be run given adequate student registration and availability of an instructor. CYC Members registering in 2026 will receive a 5% discount.

Refer to the course Waiver for information about the CYC refund policy.

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.

The WetFeet (beginner, ages 6 to 10, must turn 6 before the class starts or during the class) level is intended to be a fun introduction to sailing in a day camp environment for the younger student. It will include activities both on and off the water. Programs are, generally, Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:00 pm. Students may complete their WetFeet certification in one week. Courses will be run given adequate student registration and an available instructor. CYC Members registering in 2026 will receive a 5% discount.

Refer to the course Waiver for information about the CYC refund policy.

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.

Please Note: This is an additional course added to the 2026 season for CANSail 3/4 students to join the CYC Dinghy Fleet in the club's weekly races.

On-water training will be provided for CANSail 3 and 4 students and supervision for the weekly CYC Centreboard fleet races.

The classes/races will be from 4:00-8:00pm on the following dates: Thurs. Jun/18/26 to Thurs. Sep/18/26.

NOTE: Registration is set up in 2 week packages (2 races) at $50.00 for specific dates.

There is no CYC Member discount for this program.

Refer to the CYC Waiver (from the CYC LTS Parent information package).

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.

Sail Canada’s description of CANSail 5 and CANSail 6 is: I can sail faster & farther.

Sailors can now consolidate fundamental skills of wind direction, sheeting, steering and maneuvering, in a wide variety of conditions. Sailors have strong maneuvering skills, can incorporate rig tuning and sail trim to increasingly balance the platform, and can anticipate and plan for changes in the wind around a course.

Students in the CANSail 5 class may participate in the weekly CYC Centreboard Fleet races during the 2026 season (Jun/11/26 to ~Sep/17/26) and are also automatically registered into a 2-day weekend regatta being held at the CYC on Aug/15-16/26.

Please Note: During a four week period, students MAY be able to complete the qualifications for CANSail 5. This is dependent on several factors including, but not limited to: class size, weather conditions, and each student’s ability.

Courses will be run given adequate student registration and availability of an instructor. CYC Members registering in 2026 will receive a 5% discount.

Refer to the course Waiver for information about the CYC refund policy.

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.

Sail Canada’s description of CANSail 5 and CANSail 6 is: I can sail faster & farther.

Sailors can now consolidate fundamental skills of wind direction, sheeting, steering and maneuvering, in a wide variety of conditions. Sailors have strong maneuvering skills, can incorporate rig tuning and sail trim to increasingly balance the platform, and can anticipate and plan for changes in the wind around a course.

Students in the CANSail 5 class may participate in the weekly CYC Centreboard Fleet races during the 2026 season (Jun/11/26 to ~Sep/17/26) and are also automatically registered into a 2-day weekend regatta being held at the CYC on Aug/15-16/26.

Please Note: During a four week period, students MAY be able to complete the qualifications for CANSail 5. This is dependent on several factors including, but not limited to: class size, weather conditions, and each student’s ability.

Courses will be run given adequate student registration and availability of an instructor. CYC Members registering in 2026 will receive a 5% discount.

Refer to the course Waiver for information about the CYC refund policy.

COVID SAFETY: While we are hopeful that 2026 will continue with more "normalized" activities, we will be carefully monitoring the current situation regarding COVID. Any safety requirements will be established in adherence with the local district health region directions. Parents/guardians will be apprised of protocols, should they be required, closer to the beginning of the sailing season.