30 Ashbridge's Bay Park Road, Toronto, Ontario, M4L 3W6
Participants in this course have completed their CanSail2 certification, or have significant equivalent sailing experience. The sailors will be working towards earning the internationally recognized CANSail certification, levels 3 & 4**Due to the more advanced nature of this program, a four-week commitment is required. These four-week sessions run Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00* pm during July and August; drop off begins at 8:30.
Sailors build on their sailing skills using club boats. These can include Picos, 420s and RS Fevas. The course covers the on-water skills and theory to earn CANSail 3 & 4 certification, building on existing skills in all types of conditions and to a higher level of proficiency. Sailors are introduced to concepts such as right of way, reading wind and waves, proper use of sail controls and tactical mark roundings. There may also be the exciting opportunity to try their hand at racing in a local regatta (additional regatta fee to host club additional, approx. $150). The CANSail 4 participants are introduced to double-handed skills including spinnaker and trapeze.
Character Development: This program helps build the following traits
Interpersonal skills: Participants learn sailing theory and apply these on the water. Many wonderful character traits are also inherent,- communication and teamwork to name but a few.
Resilience: Earning internationally recognized CANSail levels can mean pushing into your personal stretch zone. This may include overcoming some fear on a windy day, or trying a maneuver over again until you have it mastered. Regardless, you'll build resilience and be all the stronger for it.
