CANSail 1 & CANSail 2
2-Week Beginner Program - Minimum Age 7
In our two-week CANSail 1 or CANSail 2 program participants will sail on NYC's fleet of SailCube, Optimist or RS Quest dinghies. Our beginner programs emphasize fun, safety and building the independence and confidence beginner sailors need on the water. Our certified instructors teach participants the basic skills required to skipper their own boat, including steering and boat control, knot tying, weather, sailing terminology and more!
There are no previous sailing experience is required for CANSail 1. To qualify for the CANSail 2 level program, sailors must have achieved their CANSail 1 level. This program is perfect for youth aged 7 to 12+.
2025 Course Schedule:
Session 1 – June 30 to July 11, 2025*
Session 2 – July 14 to 25, 2025
Session 3 – July 28 to August 8, 2025*
Session 4 – August 11 to 22, 2025
* There will be no classes on the Canada Day Holiday - July 1, 2025 or the Civic Holiday - August 4, 2025
2025 Course Fee:
Non-Member Rate – $780 per session
NYC Member Rate – $705 per session
*9-Day Session Non-Member Rate – $705 per session
*9-Day Session NYC Member Rate – $635 per session
Program Hours:
NYC Sailing & Racing School’s drop-off hours are between 8:45-9:00 AM and pick-up hours are between 4:00-4:15 PM. You may opt-in to the Extended Hours program from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM during registration or allow your child to self-sign out (participant must leave Club property).
Lunch Program:
Why pack a lunch when we can make one for you? Sign up for our optional lunch program and NYC’s dining room will put together a delicious meal for your child, including a nutritious lunch and healthy snack.
Due to the nature of this service, we may not be able to accommodate food allergies or special dietary restrictions. We do not recommend the lunch program for children who are picky eaters, and we strongly recommend sending additional snacks and a refillable water bottle with your child as they are active throughout the day.
If you have any questions or would like more information regarding the National Yacht Club Sailing & Racing School please contact [email protected] or 416-260-8686 ext. 232