Sailing Camp Information
The Boulevard Club Learn To Sail Program offers an unparalleled opportunity for athletes of all ages to learn to sail! The program offers day camps, private lessons, and group lessons.
All courses utilize the Sail Canada CANSail certification program. With an ever-growing Developmental Race Team and the thriving White Sail Worlds Regatta, The Boulevard Club is the best for sailors to develop a lifelong commitment to the water!
Contact our Yachting Director: yachtingdirector@boulevardclub.com or our Program Manager: learntosail@boulevardclub.com for more information:
What are the CANSail Levels?
The Boulevard Club follows Sail Canada’s national CANSail training program for our Learn to Sail Programs. The program consists of standards that promote progressive training of skills and knowledge. CANSail programming means lots of time on the water in a safe, fun and active learning environment. Sailors learn fundamental skills and engage in fun experiences suited to their age and stage of development. The programming is designed to get – and keep – sailors excited about sailing for life! Sailors will receive a CANSail certificate should they pass their level(s).
Introductory Program
ICAN SAIL Wet Feet Fundamental Skills Acquisition– Introduction to sailing for sailors aged 6 to 8 years in the Worldwide Sailing Training Pram class.
Basic Programs
CANSail 1 – Introduction to sailing. CANSail 1 teaches sailors fundamental sailing skills and boat handling on all points of sail. Sailors can sail within defined boundaries set by a coach.
CANSail 2 – Basic sailing. CANSail 2 teaches sailors to adjust their bodies and boats for changes in direction and wind speed while sailing and performing boat-handling maneuvers.
Intermediate Programs
CANSail 3 – This teaches sailors to integrate the fundamental boat handling maneuvers and applied sail trim. Sailors may be given opportunities to participate in a race to learn tactics.
CANSail 4 – Advanced sailing. CANSail 4 teaches advanced boat handling skills where sailors can successfully execute maneuvers in competitive settings and for tactical and strategic purposes. Sailors participate in a one to two-day local regatta.
Advanced Programs
CANSail 5 – Basic integration of racing. CANSail 5 fully integrates boat handling with tactics and strategy. Sailors are also introduced to the concept of rig tuning and its relation to boat trim and conditions.
CANSail 6 – Fully integrates boat handling, sail trim, and rig setup with racing. Sailors train to perform all skills within a competitive race setting in a variety of conditions. Sailors participate in a regional or provincial regatta.
**Session costs will be reduced by one day due to the Canada Day Holiday on July 1, 2024 (observed July 3) and Civic Holiday on August 5, 2024
* HST will be charged for participants 14 years and above. **Session costs will be reduced by one day due to the Canada Day Holiday on July 1, 2024 (observed July 3) and Civic Holiday on August 5, 2024
SAILING CAMP INFORMATION:
- After School Sailing Program will begin on Wednesday June 5th, 2024 and end on Wednesday September 25th, 2024. Cost per session Members: $30 Non-Members: $35
- Race Team Training Camps will be held Spring and Fall Weekends and Evenings. Exact schedule TBD. Cost per session TBD.
- Private Lessons are open to Members and Non-Members. Starting at $75 per hour.
- Junior Sailing & Paddling Awards BBQ’s will be on Thursday July 25th & Thursday August 22nd and are open to all sailors and paddlers that attend Camp Boulevard.
FAQ & Additional Information
Personal Floatation Device (PFD)/Life Jacket:
We ask that all participants bring their own Canadian Coast Guard-approved lifejacket. This is the best way to ensure proper fit and comfort. The Boulevard Club only provides PFD’s when a participant loses or forgets theirs.
PFD fitting guide:
When fitting a life jacket, it is important to fit the jacket to the sailor. We do not recommend buying a life jacket in a larger size in the hopes that your sailor will grow into it in the future. A life jacket should fit snugly, with all the buckles, zippers and snaps done up, but still allow for layered clothing, room to breathe and freedom of movement. Try walking and sitting in it too. Your PFD is too big if you can pull it over your ears, and too small if you cannot fasten all buckles and straps. PFD must match the age and weight requirements of your child. These details can be found on the inside of the lifejacket, or on the sales tag.
Does registration include snacks?
Due to the structure of the camp day, snacks are only provided for the ICANSail Wet Feet Program. All other Learn to Sail program participants are encouraged to bring school-safe snacks and a water bottled to stay fuelled and hydrated.
Does The Boulevard Club have a lunch program?
The lunch program is an option for all sailors in our program and is available at an extra cost. Please reach out to Camp Director Marijke Siem-A-Joe at camps@boulevardclub.com for details.
Can you place my child in the same class as their friend(s)or sibling(s)?
We do our best to honour requests of this nature but may not always be able to. Participant experience, safe practices and respecting the registration process come first. If you were unable to register participants together into one group and have a request to do so, please reach out to Camp Director Marijke Siem-A-Joe at camps@boulevardclub.com. She will consult with the Program Manager about all requests.
Can I request an alternative registration period for my child? i.e. a one-week rather than the two-week session?
We are unable to change the structure of the programs. The sessions are designed with the CANSail program requirements in mind and help to ensure that all children in the group are progressing at similar rate. Accommodations can only be granted with approval of the Yachting Director: yachtingdirector@boulevardclub.com
Typical Day
The following schedule is a typical day at Junior Club. All times and daily activities are subject to change and are weather-dependent.
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Arrive at Camp
9:00 AM: Rigging, land lesson and low-organizational games
10:00 AM: Launch and on-water lesson
11:30 AM: Return to land and de-brief morning lessons
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch and low-organizational games
1:00 PM: Afternoon session, on-land lesson, and launch
3:00 PM: Return to shore to de-rig and debrief the afternoon
4:00 PM: Pick up time!
Rainy Day Policy
Camp goes ahead rain or shine. Sailing Camp participants are required to dress for the weather each day. Thunderstorms or excessive wind speeds are the only things that will require a pivot to land based activities. If families cancel because of the weather, there are no refunds or make-up days. We cannot transfer campers into other weeks of camp as an alternative.
Sail Canada Safe Sport:
The Boulevard Learn to Sail program follows the Sail Canada standards for Safe Sport. For more information use this link to learn more about Safe Sport; Sail Canada Safe Sport
Sail Canada Concussion Protocol/Rowan’s Law Information:
At The Boulevard Club, safety is our number one priority as we strongly believe that if you make a child feel safe in an environment, they can learn anything. Due to the nature of our sport, see the link below to learn more about our Concussion Safety protocol in the sport of sailing; SAIL CANADA CONCUSSION PROTOCOL
Sail Canada Instructor Pathway:
Interested in becoming a sailing coach? Please do not hesitate to ask any one of the coaches for more information regarding the coaching license progression or refer to the link below to learn more about a future in being a coach! Dinghy Instructor Info