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Introduction to Sailing / Boating

You can start with the 3 to 4 hour Introduction to Sailing / Boating Course where you will learn safety, leaving and returning to the dock. The rest of the time we will be out sailing and you can get a feel for what it is like to sail or just practice up on your long forgotten skills. Start your Sail Canada Accreditation now with this class. Returning for practice sails are at a reduced rate. So come often!

$150.00
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Check with us first if you need a certain day to sail to ensure availability. Wear layers, bring food if you want. See you out there.

$150.00
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Check with us first if you need a certain day to sail to ensure availability. Wear layers, bring food if you want. See you out there.

Basic Cruising Standard Part 1 (Competent Crew)

This is an entry level, non-liveaboard course in the series of Sail Canada courses on sailing keelboats and on cruising, Two full days on the water learning the basics. Good for individuals with minimal practical on water experience. This entry level course builds basic sailing skills with a focus on operation of the vessel as crew. Candidates completing this course will be able to competently contribute as crew to the operation of a keelboat in moderate daytime conditions. This standard is recommended for those with little boating or sailing experience that want to experience sailing on a keelboat and begin to build basic sailing skills in a relaxed environment and at a comfortable pace. Prerequisite for the Basic Cruising Standard (Day Skipper) Good for experienced Sailors if there is a particular skill you want to work on Safety, Dockinig and Casting Off, and Points of Sail. No Exam.

$385.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available

$430.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available

Basic Cruising Standard (Part 2) 3 full days on the water

3 full days on the water, (Non-Liveaboard). One week apart or can be three days in a row. To be able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. This course is designed for the novice sailor and those with little experience on cruising sailboats in tidal waters. It can be weekend or week day. Dates can vary from what is posted depending on number of people signed up. A PCOC card is included for a small fee if needed. Prerequisite: must have the Competent Crew or equivalent years of experience. Good for experienced Sailors if there are particular skill you want to work on all aspects of basic sailing. Must have before Intermediate Cruising.

$675.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available.

$675.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available.

Basic Cruising Standard 5-Day Cruise and Learn (Liveaboard)

5 full days and 4 nights liveaboard on the water cruising the Southern Gulf Islands. With the ultimate goal of being able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. It is a liveaboard course. This course is designed for the novice sailor and those with experience on cruising sailboats in tidal waters. It is for two or more students.. The price is per person. Food is supplied and agreed upon before. Cost of food is spit between everyone'. Prerequisite is a PCOC Card but can be included for a small fee.

$1,495.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available

$1,495.00
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Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check with us make sure the dates you need are available

Basic Cruising Standard Challenge

Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge the BCS. Call, email or text first.

$675.00
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Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge this BCS. Call, email or text first.

$675.00
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Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge this BCS. Call, email or text first.

Intermediate Cruising Standard 5-day Cruise and Learn (Liveaboard)

5 full days and 4 nights on the water cruising the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the Southern Gulf Islands. With the ultimate goal of being able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew. This is on a 9 to 12 meter vessel in moderate wind and sea conditions, by day. This course is designed for the sailor with experience on cruising sailboats. It is for two students but could be three if you all know each other. The price is per person. Food can be supplied. Prerequisite: Basic Cruising Standard, Marine Radio ROC-M (DSC) Basic Navigation Standard

$1,745.00
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$1,745.00
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Lessons are on our boats or your boat. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available.

Private Lessons

Talk to us before booking to discuss a price.

$225.00
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$275.00
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Call first for a private lesson quote.

Mileage Builder

Minimum Basic Cruising Standard Prerequisite

$1,845.00
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Basic Level Get the miles needed to advance to Intermediate Cruising

$1,845.00
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Intermediate Level Get the miles need to advance to Advanced Cruising

$1,745.00
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Basic or Intermediate Level Get the miles need to advance to get to the next level

Basic and Intermediate Coastal Navigation

Home Study, Evening Zoom Meetings (with home study), and Exams

$425.00
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$425.00
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Call for dates before signing up.

VHF Marine Radio ROC-M (DSC)

ROC stands for Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Certificate and is required by anyone using a marine VHF or MF-HF radio (each person on the boat who will use the radio needs their own card). In addition, if you received your ROC card before the new Digital Selective Calling was introduced you are encouraged to rewrite and get your DSC endorsement for your ROC-M card. Sign up and get online access then about three weeks later we'll run the in class review and test. ( may be online during Covid) There is a $20 fee for missing or rebooking within two weeks of the class.

$195.00
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Meet at RCM SAR Building in Sooke Harbour for 4 hour review and 1-hour exam. Printed or e-pub book, call for dates, we run it monthly.

$195.00
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Online 4-hour review and 1-hour exam. Over two nights.. printed or e-pub book, call for dates, we run it monthly.

Sailstice Flotilla, June 13 to 22, 2025

9 day Sailing get together for Starlight Sailing Students and crew. Bring your boat or prearrange to come with someone you know. We will leave Sooke with the current on the 13th of June and return by the 21st. We will be sailing, anchoring, hiking, visiting remote Islands, joining in Sailstice Festivities and just generally having fun on our boats. You are expected to have charts for the area, GPS, depth sounder and all Transport Canada required equipment onboard. PFD will be worn at all times while the boat is moving or you are in a dinghy.

$300.00
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Sign up and come have fun. Per boat price.

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