Learn to sail!

Surprisingly easy, refreshingly affordable, and unbelievably fun!

No Experience Required.

Sail into fun—relax, explore, and enjoy the ride.

Surprisingly Affordable!

Our sail share program offers the benefits of sailing without the cost of ownership.

Looking For A Challenge?

We offer advanced cruising and racing programs to get your adrenaline pumping.

SAIL ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!

From training to arranging trips, we can help with all your sailing vacation needs.

Enjoy two introductory sailing club memberships, a $680 value, and MORE with our Basic Cruising course.

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Learn To Sail Keelboats

Learn to Sail Keelboats and Cruising Boats.

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Sail Share Membership

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Sail without owning a boat. Whether you’re new to sailing, looking to meet fellow sailors, wanting to build your skills, or simply enjoy time on the water, you’re in the right place.

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Learn to Sail Dinghies and Small Boats on the Ottawa River.

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Friday January 30th, 2026

Want to go sailing but own a boat?⛵️ You’re in the right place.

Advantage Boating’s Sail Share Program lets you enjoy the sailing lifestyle without the commitment of owning a boat—spend more time on the water, build your skills, and sail with a like-minded community. 🌊 💭

Our boats are in the water mid-May to mid-October, with a 24-week sailing season. 🌷🗓️ 🍂 Pro-rated memberships are available after July 1st. 🇨🇦

Here’s why sailors love Sail Share:
✔ Sail on your schedule — one simple fee.
✔ Unlimited sailing all season long.
✔ No duty days.
✔ No maintenance, insurance, or mooring worries.
✔ No hidden costs or initiation fees.
✔ No off-season storage stress.
✔ Racing programs available.
✔ Ongoing instructor mentorship included.
✔ Just fun sailing. Always.

Just choose the program that matches your experience—and sail all season on the boat that fits your goals and ambitions.

👉 Small Keelboat Program (24’ Shark or 22’ Tanzer)
👉 Big Keelboat Program ( C&C 27)
👉 or both for maximum time on the water!

🎊 Bonus Perk 🎊 SAVE 10% when you join Sail Share in the same year you complete your Basic Cruising course.

The Sail Share community is all about connection, adventure, and fun—with zero hassle. Just show up, cast off, and enjoy. 😁

Ready to sail? ⛵️ Registration for the 2026 season is officially open. Head to our website, fill out the registration form, and email it to us today to get signed up! 🌐

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Tuesday January 27th, 2026

⚓️🧠 Our Sailing Trivia Series continues! 🧠⚓️

On a sailboat, a “sheet” isn’t fabric—it’s a line used to control and adjust the sails. ⛵️

Most sailboats have at least 3️⃣ sheets: the port jib sheet, starboard jib sheet, and the mainsheet. The jib sheets control the jib, while the mainsheet controls the mainsail.

Fun fact: the phrase “three sheets to the wind” comes from sailing. If all three sheets are loose and flapping, the boat is completely out of control—just like the expression suggests! 🌬️😄

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Saturday January 24th, 2026

Our March 2026 🇧🇸 Abacos, Bahamas 🇧🇸 Flotilla is SOLD OUT! 🎊⛵️

A huge thank-you to everyone joining us—we’re counting down the days! ⏳In just two months, we set sail and will be sharing photos and unforgettable moments from our March 21–28 journey through the beautiful islands of the Abacos. 🏝️ Stay tuned! 📸

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Tuesday January 20th, 2026

Thinking about getting into sailing? 🤔⛵️ Save 10% while you learn the essentials with our WANNABE Sailor Package! ⚓️

When you enroll all at once in:
🚤 Basic Cruising (Ottawa course formats)
🗺️ Coastal Navigation (classroom, remote, or online)
🎙️ VHF Radio (classroom, remote, or home study)

You’ll receive 10% OFF each course—and set yourself up for confident, capable time on the water. 🌊

These essential courses work together to build real-world skills, confidence, and independence—everything you need to embrace life under sail.⛵️

So, if you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign. End 2026 as a certified skipper, equipped with confident coastal navigation skills and essential VHF radio certification—so you know exactly how to communicate, respond, and stay safe when it matters most on the water. 🌊

Sign up now for this ultimate sailing trio, save 10% on each course, and stay on course toward your sailing goals. 🌟 🌐 👉

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Saturday January 17th, 2026

Registration is open for our 2026 CanSail 1/2 programs! ⛵️ Spaces are limited and courses tend to fill quickly, so we recommend securing your spot early. 🔐

This combined course teaches fundamental dinghy sailing skills, including basic sheeting, steering, and boat handling on all points of sail. Sailors will also learn how to adjust their body position and sail trim for changes in wind and direction, and how to perform essential boat-handling manoeuvres in a safe, controlled environment. 🌊

👉 June 13-21 (Sat/Sun 9 AM - 5 PM)
👉 June 15-25 (Mon-Thu, 5:30 PM - 9 PM)
👉 July 6-16 (Mon-Thu, 5:30 PM - 9 PM)
👉 July 18-26 (Sat/Sun, 9 AM - 5 PM)
👉 Aug. 8-16 (Sat/Sun, 9 AM - 5 PM)

Register now to avoid missing out! 😃
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“The Basic Cruising Course surpassed our expectations. Two weekends of stimulating challenge…We love sailing!”

– D. Pellerin, Ottawa

“Joining the Sail Share program was a fantastic experience… an excellent way for us to perfect our skills… we made a lot of friends and had a blast!”

– Liliane Keryluk, Ottawa

“Our Instructor demonstrated great leadership, a good nature, lots of patience and a great sense of humour, qualities that made the course relaxing.”

– D. Cole, Ottawa

“Thank you Advantage Boating for providing me with a wealth of theory and practical knowledge, but more importantly, for providing me with the confidence to sail safely.”

– G. Ward, Nepean

“The courses offered through Advantage Boating have been the difference between sailing and sailing with skill.”

– C. Marks, Ottawa

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