Sailing Programs
TS Playfair coming to Collingwood!
This summer join the crew for a 3-day journey across Georgian Bay. Share your experienc with other youth as you build friendships, explore Ontario coastlines, and make memories to last a lifetime!
- 3-day adventures
- Youth 13 - 18 years old
- No experience necessary
- Financial assistance available
Visit www.brigs.ca for more information or call (416) 596-7117
Click here to see the flyer
2021 Sailing School
Unfortunately, the Town has made a tough decision to postpone the reopening of the Sailing School to 2022. As with last year, various items factored into this decision including current restrictions regarding 2m distancing. Also, the Red Brick Building, home of the Sailing School, will be undergoing repairs this summer which makes the facility inaccessible for the season.
About The Program
The Collingwood Sailing School offers sailing instruction following the Sail Canada accredited CANSail Learn-to-Sail Program.
10+ years
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Week 1- July 5 to July 9
Week 2- July 12 to July 16
Week 3- July 19 to July 23
Week 4- July 26 to July 30
Week 5- August 2 to August 6 (yes, we will be operational on Civic Monday)
Week 6 -August 9 to August 13
One week full days $336 per person
Registration can be made online or via phone at 705-444-2500 (Please note that registration is not currently open for the 2021 intake)
Drop off is the Collingwood Terminal's Red Brick Building (1 Heritage Drive) and lessons take place in Collingwood Harbour, a well protected body of water allowing for safety during your sailing experience.
To qualify for CANSail 3, students must be able to swim 50m fully clothed while wearing a lifejacket or PFD and must've successfully completed CANSail 2 Students. Students working on CANSail 3 or above are eligible to enroll in Chutes & Wires.
Students must supply their own Transport Canada approved lifejacket or PFD, soft-soled shoes, and lunch (if enrolled in full day course). Students should also bring a water bottle and dress for the weather including a sun hat, sunscreen, rain gear, and a change of clothes. Students should be prepared for a capsizing drill at any time.
The program is taught by fully qualified and certified Sail Canda Instructors and follows the CANSail curriculum which includes boat handling, sail trim, knots, sailing terms, rigging, capsizing and water safety. Visit the Ontario Sailing website for CANSail curriculum breakdown. Certificates will be offered to successful candidates.
Dinghies range in length from 7.5' suitable for one small person to 12' for three people. The school uses Optimist, Club 420, and Laser dinghies which range from single sail to two sail and a spinnaker.
Can I volunteer?
Unfortunately our volunteer program is postponed for 2021. We hope to bring this amazing experience back in 2022.