Register for CANSail 1 & 2
For ages 8 and up
This program allows new sailors ages 8 and up to learn sailing fundamentals and
water safety in either Optimist dinghies or 420 RADs.
Our CANSail 1 & 2 program provides an introduction to sailing starting out with the fundamentals required to sail a dinghy and eventually building upon those with basic skills such as understanding wind direction/speed and learning to manoeuver the boat accordingly.
There are two different boat/class options at this level - the Optimist, or the 420 RAD.
1/2 Opti
This course is geared toward fun and learning! We call this class Beginner Opti because we sail Optimist dinghies, also referred to as "Optis". We will teach the basics of rigging an Opti, basic boat handling, sailing fundamentals, seamanship, sportsmanship and water safety.
Please note, space in this class always fills up quickly. Register early!
1/2 420 RAD
Our 420 RAD class provides an entry-level class for older and /or more physically mature students interested in learning the basics of sailing, using double-handed RAD 420s. The RAD 420 uses a smaller mainsail and has a bob atop the mast to prevent turtling. Students learn rigging, basic boat handling, seamanship (knots, weather, etc.) and water safety. This course is designed for new sailors to learn at a comfortable pace with expert instruction in a team-oriented environment.
This program is offered in two-week sessions. Each session runs Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for both weeks. Here are the session dates for 2025:
| 2025 Session Dates |
|---|
| Tuesday July 1st to 11th |
| July 14th to 25th |
| July 28th to August 8yh |
| August 11th to 22nd |
Cost for Participants 2025
| Fees | Description |
|---|---|
| $675 | Program fee for each two-week session (includes use of HSC boat) |
| $30 | CANSail participation fee (one-time, per participant, per year) |
| $50 | Annual HSC Junior Membership fee. |
Bringing your own Opti? Deduct $50 per session.