Providing accessible sailing opportunities for children and adults living with disabilities in Victoria, BC. Sailors seeking a fun adventure or who are new to the program should book an experience sail with one of our trained staff as a companion. Experience sails are all about taking in the scenery, watching for wildlife and enjoying some time on the water, while our staff control the sailboat. Sailors are welcome to learn about sailing or just enjoy the ride! Victoria, BC Canada

AbleSail Okanagan is a program of People in Motion which introduces people with disabilities and age-related issues to the joys of sailing on our beautiful Okanagan Lake. Our programs include sailing for the fun of it, sailing to learn to Sail Canada standards and for the more adventurous: we offer the opportunity to learn to race and more. Kelowna, BC Canada

ASA courses & Sailing Socials and Wing Foiling. Our instructors combine their expertise in sailing with a passion for teaching to provide an exceptional learning experience. At InFlow Adventure Co., we specialize in delivering unforgettable wing foiling experiences in the breathtaking waters of Howe Sound, nestled in the adventure capital of Squamish, British Columbia. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to level up your skills, our team of expert instructors is here to ensure you have an exhilarating and safe journey into the world of foiling. Squamish, British Columbia, Canada

Discover the magic of sailing with Starlight Sailing Adventures in Sooke, BC. Led by experienced skipper Gord Fulcher, we offer tailored sailing experiences, from beginner lessons to multi-day cruises in the stunning Southern Gulf Islands. Our well-equipped vessels provide a safe and comfortable environment to learn, explore, and build confidence on the water. Join us to master sailing skills, connect with nature, and create unforgettable memories along British Columbia’s beautiful coastline. Sooke, BC Canada

Sail and Power Boat Training and Adventures in British Columbia. Come to learn how to master the water aboard sail or power boats on trainings and adventures designed for all skill levels - from the curious to those seeking ocean adventure. And go deeper to learn how to master leadership through our blend of on-water and shore-based coaching to prepare you for any adventure or challenge. Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Have fun while learning the foundational skills you need to accomplish a big sailing dream or embark on your first high-seas adventure. We teach our courses on 28' performance cruisers. Why? Because we think new sailors find them easier to learn on.They're a great, safe platform for learning skills you'll need to start cruising, racing or having big sailing adventures.They're also super-fun to sail. And when you're having fun, we're having fun, too. North Saanich, BC Canada

Learn to sail or enjoy a rewarding cruising adventure in beautiful British Columbia aboard a classic sailing yacht. Bewley Sailing delivers a top notch sailing experience, on a classic yacht, at an attractive price. Vancouver, BC Canada

Sailing Courses and Certifications and Sailing Excursions. From Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, come Sail in the Strait of Georgia and Explore stunning destinations in Desolation Sound, Discovery Islands, and much more. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced sailor wanting to perfect your skills, we have a course for you. Join us for one of our sailing courses and learn the fundamentals of sailing or step up your skills. Campbell River, BC, Canada

Welcome to Big Blue Sailing School, where sailing is for everyone! Looking for sailing lessons in BC or hoping to enjoy a peaceful afternoon on the water around the Gulf Islands? Contact us today, and let’s set sail! Big Blue Sailing is a proud Sail Canada-certified sailing school based at the beautiful Canoe Cove Marina near Victoria on Vancouver Island. We specialize in providing hands-on sailing lessons in BC and unforgettable skippered sailboat charters around the stunning Gulf Islands. Canoe Cove Marina, Sidney BC Canada

Sailing School and Sailing Adventures. Blackfish Sailing Adventures is an accredited sailing school with Sail Canada (CYA) offering sail training courses, day sails and skippered sailing charters around Victoria and adjoining Gulf Islands. We cruise as far north on Vancouver Island as Desolation Sound. If you are looking to combine a vacation featuring pristine waters and beautiful natural settings, while also improving your cruising skills, we have some great options. Brentwood Bay, BC Canada

Adventures & Sailing School in Desolation Sound, British Columbia Canada. Choose between a Sailing Tour or a Sail Canada accredited course, offered as one-day and multi-day options for a truly personalized experience in beautiful British Columbia. We are a small niche adventure sailing company and sailing school based on Cortes Island. Victoria, BC, Canada

The Canadian Recreational Yachting Association is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the training of both sail and power techniques. Enroll in our excellent sailing program and gain access to our extensive network of sailing school instructors. Learn safe and skillful use of a pleasure craft. Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Capt. Mac's School of Seamanship provides personalized sailing lessons and sailing charters in Vancouver BC Canada. Our focus: ensuring that you enjoy maximum value through personal attention, proven teaching techniques, and the use of a comfortable and safe training yacht. Vancouver, BC Canada

A community oriented sailing club which offers racing, Learn To Sail Lessons for people of all ages, youth development, disabled sailing, and social activities. The Central Okanagan Sailing Association (COSA) is a non-profit sailing club located in the heart of Kelowna's Lower-Mission. Minutes from downtown, the club is ideally located on the shores of beautiful Okanagan Lake. Home to one of Canada's largest Sailing Schools, COSA instructors teach more than 3,000 students sailing and windsurfing every year! Members of COSA have access to world class facilities, along with moorage opportunities for sailboats 20' or less in length. Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Compass Adventure has been providing quality instruction and coaching making water sports fun and easy to learn for everyone in the valley since 1994. Compass Adventure offers an incredible week long Endless Summer Camp for kids, lessons in Stand up Paddle Boarding, Catamaran sailing and Windsurfing. Also visit our Surf SUP shop, our professional staff will be happy to help you with all your SUP and Hobie Cat needs. Courtenay, BC Canada

An ISPA International Sail & Power Academy School Beginner to Offshore Sailing Lessons. Nanaimo, BC, Canada

All courses, power and sail, lead to Canadian Yachting Association certification. Courses are available as a shore-based or five day live-aboard program. Whether you are a new boater, moving up to a larger vessel, or from sail to power or vice versa we can assist you with private instruction tailored to your needs. Sidney, B.C., Canada

HERIZEN™ Life Adventures offers personalized self-awareness coaching, sailing lessons, yoga training and destination adventure experiences for women around the world in nature. Since 1989 more than 2000 women have experienced our inspiring and empowering coaching, training and adventure experiences through our internationally recognized Sailing and Yoga Schools. We offer personalized women’s sailing lessons, private sail coaching and adventures, including tropical women’s sailing, self awareness and yoga fusion experiences. We are a recognized sailing school with Sail Canada and offer Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Certifications. Nanaimo, BC Canada

An international certificate of competency program with emphasis on excellence in the safe handling and skillful use of sail and power boats. ISPA boating courses range from the basic boating requirements for the Operator Card in Canada and the basic boating licensing requirements for the US Boating Safety Program to a full range of home study manuals to augment practical on the water courses in sail and power up to Yachtmaster certification. ISPA is proud to be engaged in constructive partnerships with international regulatory authorities such as: Transport Canada, the Bahamas Maritime Authority, the Government of Queensland, the Government of Croatia and Sail Training International. These affiliations lend credibility to our role as leaders in Teaching the Safe and Skillful Handling of Pleasure Craft. Vancouver, BC Canada

Situated near Victoria British Columbia, Island Cruising offers bareboat sailboat charters and powerboat charters with easy access to all of Vancouver Island BC including the Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound, the Sunshine Coast and the United States San Juan Islands. All or our sailing yachts and powerboats are superbly equipped for all of your charter needs. Island Cruising boat charters also offers learn to sail vacations. Join us for a Cruise n’ Learn week of fun and excitement as you receive sailing lessons while living aboard a boat from one of our qualified sailing instructors. Sidney, BC Canada

Transport Canada requires Commercial Small Vessel Operators (Captains) to have FOUR Certifications to operate a commercial vessel as a Master (Captain): Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) course, Small Non-Pleasure Domestic Vessel Safety (SDV-BS), Marine VHF course (ROC-M) marine radio, Any basic first aid course. We almost always offer these courses in succession, Monday to Saturday. We do not offer the first aid course. We have 2 convenient Marine Training Locations to serve you: Gibsons, BC and Powell River, BC Canada

MacSailing is the sailing school at the Jericho Sailing Center in Vancouver. We offer introductory sailing lessons for children and adults. Our goal is to offer a complete sailing experience based upon excellent instruction and a safe environment, utilizing equipment appropriate for all ages in a fun and dynamic atmosphere. All of our coaches are Canadian Yachting Association certified with water safety and first-aid training. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Boat operator training for individuals and groups. Datum Marine Services welcomes you to our website dedicated to helping you find the right course to get you out on the water! We have some of the best marine instructors in the business who take teaching these courses seriously. If you want to learn from the best, then a Datum Marine course is for you. Tofino, BC, Canada

Nanaimo Power & Sail Squadron has provided training for thousands of boaters. We are proud that for 60 years we have helped so many people stay safe on the water. Our primary goal today is still training boaters so they have fun - and get home safely. Check out our upcoming courses and improve your own boating knowledge. Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Welcome to Nanaimo Yacht Charters and Sailing School. Home to a spectacular BC cruising area, filled with thousands of enchanting anchorages where wild life abounds. From our location in Stones Marina, Nanaimo you will feel that you are on an adventure sailing charter vacation minutes after departing our dock. We also offer a boating and sailing school, accredited to teach both International Sail and Power Association (ISPA) as well as the Canadian Yachting Association (CYA) methods of instruction. Our Yacht charter fleet consists of both sail and power boat rentals from 27′ to 56′. Our sailing school, based in Nanaimo (Vancouver Island) offers Power and Sailing courses for individuals, couples or families, we also have summer camps for teens and kids. Nanaimo, BC, Canada

The Nanoose Squadron is part the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons (CPS), a nationwide organization of recreational boating enthusiasts dedicated to the advancement of safe and pleasurable boating through education. Squadron members have delivered training for boating safety in the Nanoose Bay area. Students have included power boaters, sailors and non-boat owners who have wanted to find out what knowledge is needed to safely navigate the waters of the Salish Sea. As well as training we also have an active social program that includes a monthly members night (members partners and guests are welcome to attend) with entertaining and informative topics and speakers. Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, BC Canada

Oak Bay Power and Sail Squadron is a non-profit association of boating enthusiasts in Victoria, B.C. joined by a common goal: that is to promote safe boating awareness for both power and sailing vessels. Join us in providing boating education and enjoy the good fellowship that membership brings. Just a reminder: you do not have to be a boat owner to enroll in classes or be a member! Remember, all operators of a motorized pleasure craft must be in possession of the Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC). This is the only card approved by Transport Canada, and is the only card recognized in the United States. This card is available when taking your Safe Boating course in either our fall or winter course sessions. We provide club cruises around our scenic waters of the Gulf Islands. See events calendar for cruise schedules. Victoria, B.C. Canada

Learn to Sail with Pacific Swan. Sailing Instruction Designed to Meet Individual Needs. Pacific Swan's principle Rob Andrews, is a Sail Canada Certified Instructor at a variety of levels. Start keelboat Sailing is Sail Canada's entry level course to keel boat sailing. Pacific Swan offers this course on Vancouver Island's Sproat Lake. Courses will have a maximum of three students plus Rob. Perfect for a couple or family to learn together while enjoying the warm waters of Sproat Lake. Port Alberni, BC Canada

Sailing Lessons in British Columbia's Gulf Islands. Let us take you on a sailing vacation adventure that you only imagined possible. Sail in British Columbia's Gulf Islands with a Certified Canadian Recreational Yachting Association Cruising Instructor. Earn cruising certification,or, complete a sailing familiarization cruise. We offer various packages and programs from basic seamanship to coastal navigation to advanced certification. Because we are a small, owner operated sailing school, we are able to provide our customers the flexibility and individual attention they need. Nanaimo, B.C. Canada

Explore beautiful Nelson BC from the water! Sail Nelson is our local recreational boating school offering you professional, fun, sailing courses that lead to Sail Canada certifications. We are a recognized BC Sailing and Sail Canada adult recreational boating school and our Sail Canada certified instructor, Penny Caldwell, is eager to share her love of sailing with you. Nelson BC Canada

We offer courses including: Sail Canada Basic cruising, Sail Canada Intermediate and advanced cruising, Sail Canada coastal and celestial navigation, IYT Yachtmaster offshore, IYT Yachtmaster Ocean, IYT coastal navigation master, IYT International Certificate of Competency, IYT Cevni, European inshore navigation. We teach aboard our classic offshore capable Alberg 37, and a beautiful Contessa 32. Both boats are equipped with all the modern navigation and safety tools. For the advanced and offshore classes we sail in all conditions. We also teach aboard students boats if they prefer. Richmond, BC Canada

Sea to Sky Sailing teaches aspiring explorers from all walks of life how to sail and how to use that knowledge to launch incredible adventures at sea. We offer a step-by-step sailing education following the highest training standards under the International Yacht Training (IYT) certification program. Sea to Sky Sailing takes you through three levels of IYT training including the International Certificate of Competency (ICC). Our experienced instructors are passionate about giving students the best opportunities to learn in a safe, fun and encouraging environment. Students complete our courses with valuable practical experience and plenty of confidence gained from our high quality, hands-on approach to learning. West Vancouver, BC Canada

Simply Sailing is a Vancouver based, an ISPA & CYA registered Sailing School. Our Approach to Sailing is Simple: Hands on learning on local waters on a forgiving boat. Taking sailing classes will give you an opportunity to explore the exciting world of sailing and become your own Captain. We offer the Basic Sailing Course both in a Day Sailing Class as well as a Cruise & Learn Course. The Intermediate Sailing Course is offered as a five day Cruise & Learn. Vancouver, BC Canada

An Okanagan Sailing School. Located on beautiful Okanagan Lake in Kelowna, BC, Smooth Sailing Academy teaches beginners, cruisers and racing sailors, at their level of sailing. Kelowna, BC Canada

IYT sailing certifications including International Crew and International Bareboat Skipper & ICC. We are an accredited IYT (International Yacht Training) sailing school and teach their courses in a safe, professional manner. From new sailors to boat owners and those that dream of chartering abroad, we have a sailing option that will suit your needs. Squamish, BC Canada

Learn new sailing skills while exploring the West Coast islands of British Columbia, Canada. On board Tula, our beautifully appointed 39’ Beneteau Oceanis 390, you’ll experience what life on the ocean is all about – the fresh air, amazing wildlife, local seafood, and tranquil sunsets – while completing Canadian Yachting Association (CYA) training and credentials. North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada

Welcome to Vancouver Island South District -- we are made up of seven individual Canadian Power & Sail squadrons in the Southern Vancouver Island region. Each squadron has it's own unique make-up, but common to all squadrons is boating education. Classes offered range from basic boating certification (Pleasure Craft Operator Cards, PCOC) through to advanced navigation courses. We also offer courses in martime radio (VHF Radio Operators Certificate), weather and boat maintenance. Vancouver Island, BC Canada

Vancouver Power and Sail Squadron is one of 179 Squadrons across Canada which make up Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. Each year, CPS members teach a variety of courses to 10,000 or more concerned boaters in the general public across Canada. CPS is well known for its "Boating Course", which is the primary course offered to the public. Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons is a nationwide association of boating enthusiasts, dedicated to improving boating safety through training. Vancouver, BC Canada

Canadian Power and Sail Squadron (CPS) is a nationwide organization of boating enthusiasts. Our aim is to increase boating safety and enjoyment by providing instruction in all phases of seamanship and navigation, both power and sail. Victoria Power and Sail Squadron was formed in 1958 as part of the of Vancouver Island District of the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons. In 1996 when the Vancouver Island District was split it became part of the Vancouver Island South District (V.I.S.D.) The V.I.S.D. consists of seven squadrons covering Greater Victoria and the Gulf Islands. Victoria, Vancouver Island, BC Canada

Maritime Courses & Programs. Did you know that you can complete a Master, 150 Gross Tons at Western Maritime Institute in 24 weeks from start to finish? We understand that taking time off work to attend school can seem difficult when family, financial, and career progression concerns are taken into consideration. That’s why we run an 8-hour school day from Monday to Friday and offer our Certificate of Competency courses back to back to ensure that our students finish school faster, get back to work faster, and start earning sooner. With campuses located in Ladysmith and Richmond, B.C., as well as the ability to bring the classroom to communities all over Canada, WMI is greatly accessible to seafarers. Our fully-equipped Ladysmith campus includes fire-fighting and survival craft training simulators, making it one of only two campuses in Western Canada to include these facilities. Ladysmith/Nanaimo, B.C. Canada

The goal of a cruising sailor is to be "Self Sufficient", to be able to do everything on your own, without having to rely on others. Let's work together to achieve this goal. All levels of ISPA certificates, from beginner to instructor, are available in English and Japanese. Permanent schools in Vancouver and Noto, Japan, with charter boat courses in Croatia, Tahiti, Scandinavia, and other locations around the world. Vancouver B.C. Canada