start keelboat sailing
Learn To Sail on the Ottawa River
Learn about basic seamanship skills, boat handling under sail and power, boat safety equipment and how to tie some essential sailing knots.
Our Objective
Whether you’re brand new to sailing or simply curious about life on the water, this 2-day Sail Canada course is the perfect place to start. In a fun and supportive setting, you’ll learn how sailboats harness the wind, how to safely handle a boat under both sail and power, and how to use basic safety gear.
You’ll also get hands-on practice with a few go-to sailing knots. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to step aboard as crew and help sail a small keelboat in familiar waters.
PREREQUISITE: None
CERTIFICATION AWARDED: Sail Canada Start Keelboat Sailing Standard.
FEE: $625 + HST (per person; minimum of 3 students). Contact us for more details.
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COURSE OPTIONS:
- 14-hours.
- Maximum of 4 students per boat.
- Courses taught aboard our 22 – 24 foot keelboats: Tanzer, Sonar, or Shark.
- 3 students required for the course to run.
Start Keelboat Sailing or Basic Cruising?
The difference between Start Keelboat Sailing and Basic Cruising primarily lies in the depth of knowledge covered, and the intended outcome for the student.
Which One is Right for You?
Ideal for those who want to learn basic sailing on a smaller boat in a short time (14 hours).
A more comprehensive (28-hour) course for those wishing to learn how to ‘skipper’ or helm a sailboat. This is course is also an excellent stepping stone for those planning to sail keelboats, have their own keelboat, charter or cruise.
How do I get started?
- Review the course schedule to find a class that suits your needs.
- Register by adding your course choice to your shopping cart and proceeding to the checkout or calling the office at 613-721-8683.
- Take the on water course and complete course handouts to obtain certification.