Learn to Sail
Sarnia Sail Training
Sarnia Yacht Club has a full suite of CANSail offerings for youth ages 5 to 18 years of age. These programs provide development opportunities for all kids at the introductory, intermediate and advanced levels ranging from boat basics to competitive dinghy racing.
Our Vision and Mission are as follows:
Vision
• To safely deliver a fun and motivational sailing experience where every sailor enhances their skill and achieves their goals while becoming dedicated, lifelong sailors.
Mission
• Deliver high quality sailing instruction while promoting lasting support in a fun and motivational environment that embraces:
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- Safety
- Respect
- Integrity
- Growth
- Collaboration
Our youth coaches are certified CANSail Dinghy Instructors developed through Ontario Sailing’s Coach Development Program.
An Adult/Family Learn to Sail program is also offered.
Depending on the program, each are offered in June, July & August timeframe.
We will also be delivering a Sailfest Prep & Training Week as well as our Taz Regatta designed as a weekend tune up for sailors to get their feet back in the water.
Sail Training Director – Wayne Shaw 519-918-9313
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Youth Sailing Lessons
Advanced Youth Training
Sailfest Prep/Taz Regatta
Adult Sailing Lessons
Resources and Links
Our Fleet
Topaz ‘Taz’
Crew – 1-2
Length – 9’8″
Hull weight – 88lbs
Topaz ‘Vibe’
Crew – 1-3
Length – 12’6″
Hull weight – 150lbs
Club 420
Crew – 2
Length – 13’9″
Hull weight – 180lbs
Optimist or ‘Opti”
Crew – 1
Length – 7’5″
Hull weight – 77lbs