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Kitsilano Yacht Club offers lessons for all ages and levels of experience, in a relaxed and fun environment. Following the Canadian Yachting Association-approved programs, our certified instructors focus on giving our students maximum time on the water instead of stuck in a classroom. CYA levels are standardized across Canada and offer some of the best instruction in the world. Our classes are taught in small groups using double and single handed dinghies such as Pirates, Lasers and Laser2s. Since we are located right on the beach next to the Kits pool, there are plenty of opportunities to learn how to beach your boat and enjoy the great atmosphere of Vancouver’s summer! We offer both Adult Programs and Youth Programs
What to Bring?
Dinghy sailing tends to involve getting wet every time you get in the boat. Two mandatory items to bring to every class are a PFD/lifejacket and shoes or sandals to wear in the water. Please bring weather-appropriate clothing, a change of clothes and a towel for afterwards, plus sun and wind protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, windbreaker, fleece, etc.). Remember, even on the sunniest day it can be chilly out on the water, and the sun reflects off the water to speed up the time it takes to burn. A water bottle and lunch (for full day programs) are also necessary.
Course Descriptions
Kits Sail
This one week, non-certification course is designed to give sailors an introduction to sailing, extra the time on the water to improve skills, or just the chance to have fun sailing around English Bay.
White Sail I, II and III
The White Sail levels cover the basics of sailing, including knots, safety, points of sail, terminology and crewing / skippering skills. Sailors become comfortable sailing upwind, downwind and docking or beaching their boats. We invite all our students who complete White Sail III to sign up for our Dinghy Pass which gives them access to our boats throughout the summer season.
Bronze IV and V
Bronze Sail emphasizes advanced sailing skills such as trapezing and spinnakering, while improving on the basics learned in White Sail. The Bronze Sail levels also provide an introduction to advanced sail theory and all the other fundamentals necessary for racing or cruising.
Silver VI
Designed for those interested in speed, Silver sailors get an introduction to racing techniques, rules and strategies. Silver VI also provides the opportunity to build on the advanced sailing skills learned in Bronze. Silver finishes off all the necessary instruction to be a great sailor in any kind of boat.
Youth Programs - For ages 8 to 18, as of December 31st, 2008
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Spring Warm-Up
This relaxed afternoon sailing is for youth with White Sail III certification or higher. Drop-in is possible, although space is not guaranteed. Email ahead of time to check availability.
Email: sailing.director@gmail.com
Fee: $80 for 4 days OR $20 for drop-in Time: 4pm to 7pm
May 7, 14, 21, 28 (Wednesdays) June 3, 10, 17, 24 (Tuesdays)
Kits Sail (one week course, 32.5 hours)
Fee: $190 Time: 9am to 3:30pm
Y1: June 30-July 4 Y2: July 7-11 Y3: July 14-18 Y4: July 21-25
Y5: July 28-August 1 Y6: August 4-8 Y7: August 11-15 Y8: August 18-22
White Sail I and II or III (two week course, 65 hours)
Fee: $340 Time: 9am to 3:30pm
YA: June 30-July 11 YB: July 14-25
YC: July 28 - August 8 YD: August 11-22
Bronze Sail IV or V (two week course, 65 hours)
Fee: $400 Time: 9am to 3:30pm
YA: June 30-July 11 YB: July 14-25
YC: July 28 - August 8 YD: August 11-22
Silver Sail VI (three week course)
Please contact the club for fees and schedule
End of Summer Activities
These are appropriate for anyone holding their White Sail II or higher. Commodore’s Cup offers a great introduction to racing, while Fun Week is the best time to relax and enjoy longer cruises around English Bay. Note that these programs do not run on Friday, August 29th. Please email for more information.
Commodore’s Cup RVYC August 25-28
Fun Week KYC August 25-28
Adult Programs
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Adult Weekend Programs
White Sail I and II, or III (two weekends, 16 hours)
Fee: $260 Time: 9am to 1pm OR 2pm to 6pm
*Please indicate the morning or afternoon class on the registration form A1: May 24/25, 31/June 1 A2: June 21/22, 28/29 A3: July 19/20, 26/27
A4: August 9/10, 16/17 A5: September 20/21/27/28
Bronze IV or V (two weekends, 28 hours)
Fee: $380 Time: 9am to 4pm
A6: June 7/8, 14/15 A7: September 6/7, 13/14
Adult Weeknight Programs
White Sail I and II, or III (4 nights)
Fee: $260 Mondays & Wednesdays Time: 5pm to 9pm
AA: June 2/4, 9/11 AB: June 16/18, 23/25 AC: July 7/9, 14/16
AD: August 11/13, 18/20
Fee: $260 Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 5pm to 9pm
AE: May 6/8, 13/15 AF: May 20/22, 27/29 AG: July 22/24, 29/31
AH: August 5/7, 12/14
Thursday Night Racing
Open to students who have completed White Sail III and are ready to learn the basics of racing on a dinghy. Crew positions with Kitsilano Yacht Club members are often available if you want a taste of sailing a bigger boat- just ask around! At the end of the evening’s races, meet back at the club for a delicious dinner and to enjoy the sunset on our great patio.
Registration and Cancellation Policies
Registration may be mailed, emailed or dropped off at the office at Kits Yacht Club (mail slot is located on the door on the west side of the building), and is considered complete only once payment has been received. NSF cheques are subject to service fees. Refunds are only granted two weeks before the start of the course, or in the case of course cancellation by Kits Yacht Club. All efforts will be made to provide instruction during the stated course dates, however courses may be cancelled if the minimum class size is not met. If you have not received confirmation of your registration within one week of the start date of your course, please contact our office. Cancellations within one week of the start of your course will be subject to a cancellation fee of $50.
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