Recommended Ages 7-8

Prerequisites: None

The WetFeet program is a wonderful program to expose young sailors to sailing. The relaxed and fun-filled session allows young sailors to feel comfortable on the water, while learning sailing basics. Sailors will sail Optimists (Opti’s) and Club 420’s. Part of CANSail, the WetFeet program is outcome based. Once the required skills for WetFeet are met, sailors will advance to CANSail 1.

Maximum participants across each two‑week session is 32. Availability in each CANSail level depends on total registrations within the session and may vary.

No HST for this program

Recommended ages 8+

Prerequisites: None

This is an introductory program to the sport of sailing with a focus on fun, safety and fundamental skills. Sailors will learn about water safety, basic boat handling and sail trim, knots, rigging and de-rigging, basic weather patterns, sailing terminology and skills, and self-rescue techniques. Sailors will learn in Optimists (Opti’s) and 420’S.

Maximum participants across each two‑week session is 32. Availability in each CANSail level depends on total registrations within the session and may vary.

No HST for this program

Recommended Age: 10+

Prerequisites: Completion of CANSail 1 & 2

CANSail 3 & 4 further advances sailors skills on sail trim and boat tuning, in addition to sail theory. Students are introduced to spinnaker and trapeze use, together with advanced boat handling skills. Students are also introduced to racing in a fun environment. Sailors will sail in Optimists (Opti’s), 420’s and Lasers with Radial or Standard rig.

Maximum participants across each two‑week session is 32. Availability in each CANSail level depends on total registrations within the session and may vary.

No HST for this program

Recommended Age: 14+

Prerequisites: Completion of CANSail 1-4 and the expressed permission from Sail NB and the RYC

Sailors can register for two week sessions or for six weeks of instruction through the 8 weeks of the summer program.

Availability for Levels 5 & 6: Dependent on availability of instructors through Sail NB & space in the RYC Learn to Sail program, participants may be asked to volunteer for the duration of the season providing sailors extra training time to improve skills and increase chances of achieving CANSail 5 or 6 levels.

Levels 5 & 6 allow our sailors to experience the level of training required to be part of a race team, while continuing to develop their sailing skills learned in previous levels. Sailors are welcome to bring their own boat. Please note: Participation at regattas within the province is an integral part of the program and requires a commitment from both the parents and the sailors. Regattas require travel, and parents may be needed for some travel planning and assistance at regattas. This program is offered in 2 week sessions, however up to 6 weeks are recommended for this level of sailor.

Maximum participants across each two‑week session is 32. Availability in each CANSail level depends on total registrations within the session and may vary.

No HST for this program

Are you looking for an adventure?

Our Adult Learn to Sail program offers a fun, hands‑on introduction to sailing on the beautiful Kennebecasis River. Each week, you’ll spend the evening aboard either a comfortable keelboat or a small performance sailboat. Over the duration of the program, time on each type of boat will be balanced so that all participants gain experience with both styles. If you prefer to sail only on the keelboat, you may discuss this with your instructor; accommodations may be possible, but cannot be guaranteed due to group balance, safety, and instructional requirements.

Throughout each session, you’ll be guided by experienced sailors as you hoist the sails and head out on the river. Students also may have the opportunity to try operating a Boston Whaler coach boat equipped with an outboard motor. Your level of participation is entirely up to you—simply speak with your instructor about your personal goals.

This seven to eight week program includes a combination of dryland learning and on‑water instruction. Because sailing is weather‑dependent, instructors may adjust the schedule and curriculum delivery when needed to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.

The curriculum introduces you to the fundamentals of sailing, including:

• Boat handling & seamanship
• Safety procedures
• Rigging & de‑rigging
• Reading wind and weather
• Basic navigation & right‑of‑way rules
• Knot tying
• Docking
• Overboard recovery

Instruction takes place on Tuesdays from 6:00–9:00 pm, with the additional option to join a keelboat racing crew on Wednesday or Thursday evenings for the season—an excellent way to continue building skills.

To participate, sailors should have normal mobility and physical ability to move around the boat safely. A properly fitted PFD (lifejacket) is required; please bring your own.



We look forward to welcoming you onto the water for an exciting and memorable introduction to sailing!

Maximum participants is 16. A Waitlist is available.

Please note: The Adult Learn to Sail program is subject to applicable HST