Summer Sailing Camp at the Kitsilano Yacht Club
Kitsilano Yacht Club is delighted to invite your children to join us for fun Summer Camps.
Open to children aged 5 to 13 years olds
5 day summer camp from 8 am to 4 pm
July 1st - 5th
July 8th - 12th
July 15th - 19th
August 19th - 23rd
August 26th - 30th
Cost is $430.00 per child including tax for one week.
Click here to register
A Typical Day at KYC Summer Camp
Mornings
Learn to Sail Optimists – Optimists are the perfect boat for beginner sailors, learn to sail in our program designed by an Olympic Sailing Coach
Afternoons
Marine Eco Tours – Learn about the local marine life on the sea shores with walks along the sea front and games at the beach
Head out on the water paddling SUP’s and Kayaks
Swim at the Kitsilano outdoor pool
Weekly Educational Activities
Lifeguarding – meet local lifeguards and get introduced to beach emergencies, being safe at sea, and the career path to be a COV Lifeguard.
Canadian Coast Guard – Meet the Canadian Coast guards, learn about marine emergencies, being prepared at sea, and a career path for a Coast Guard, meet a BC Pilot who will teach you about being in control of the thousands of Cargo Ships that visit Vancouver Port every year.
Ocean Plastics – Learn about the issue of Ocean plastics, marine pollution, and how you can make a difference and create awareness in your own community
Marine History – Learn about your local Marine History, what life was like for a mariner 150 years ago with a trip to the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
Marine Ecology – a Scientist specializing in Vancouver’s rich Ocean wildlife will introduce you to the local marine ecology, learn about whales and other mammals who share our Ocean.
Please note that all children registered in 2019 KYC Summer Camps, must be at least six years old by 31st of December 2019, no exceptions, proof of age may be requested.
Terms and Conditions apply, and will be received by email following your order.
KYC reserves the right to change programs dates and content.
Registrants must be able to swim, and be comfortable being in the water prior to commencing any KYC Summer Camps.