Sailing is a rewarding outdoor activity that combines adventure, skill development, and relaxation while allowing you to explore Lake Ontario from a completely different perspective.
Whether you have never stepped aboard a sailboat or want to become a certified skipper, Great Lakes Sailing School offers a progression of Sail Canada courses on Lake Ontario.
Start with a two-hour Introduction to Sailing experience, continue with the Sail Canada Start Keelboat Standard, and advance to the Basic Cruising Standard certification. All courses are taught aboard a Government of Canada-certified teaching vessel by an experienced Sail Canada instructor.
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- No previous sailing experience required
- Sail Canada certification available
- Small groups and hands-on training
- More than 10 years of teaching experience
- Government of Canada-certified teaching vessel
- Toronto Harbour and Lake Ontario
- Competitive course pricing
- Gift Certificates Available
Introduction to Sailing
Have you always wanted to try sailing?
Bring your partner, a friend, or come on your own and discover what sailing on Lake Ontario is all about.
- From $150
- Two-hour sailing experience
- No previous sailing experience required
- Sail in Toronto Harbour on Lake Ontario
- Take the helm—or simply relax and enjoy the ride
Experience the excitement of sailing in a safe, relaxed environment with an experienced instructor.
Our courses take place in the sheltered waters of Toronto Harbour and on Lake Ontario.
Start Keelboat Sailing Standard
You’ve discovered that you enjoy sailing. Now it’s time to learn the skills. During this course, you’ll take the helm, learn the language of sailing, and gain the practical knowledge and confidence to become a competent sailboat crew member while working toward your Sail Canada certification.
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- $625 per person
- Learn to steer, trim sails, and handle a keelboat
- Sail Canada Start Keelboat certification
- No previous sailing experience required
- Government of Canada-certified teaching vessel
Special Offer
Add the ROC(M) Marine Radio Course with DSC endorsement for only $150 when taken with this course (regular price $198).
By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to sail as a confident and capable crew member.
Basic Cruising Standard
Ready to become a skipper? Build on your sailing experience and develop the skills needed to safely command a cruising sailboat.
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- $940 per person
- Learn to skipper a cruising sailboat
- Start Keelboat Standard is recommended for beginners
- Docking, navigation, sail trim, safety, crew management
- Sail Canada Basic Cruising certification
- A Pleasure Craft Operator Card can be issued with no additional exam
Special Offer
Add the ROC(M) Marine Radio Course with DSC endorsement for only $150 when taken with this course (regular price $198).
Marine Radio (ROC(M))
Learn to operate marine VHF radios confidently and legally. This six-hour course leads to the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC endorsement, required for operating marine VHF radios worldwide.
VHF Radio Operator Certificate – from $198pp
Private sailing lessons and skill building
Looking for one-on-one coaching or want to improve specific sailing skills? Private lessons can be tailored to your experience and goals.
Private sailing lessons and skill building
Give the Gift of Sailing
Looking for a unique gift? Gift Certificates are available for all sailing experiences and Sail Canada courses. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or Father’s Day gift, a day on the water is an unforgettable experience.
Gift Certificates are personalized with the recipient’s name and course details. A 50% deposit reserves the course and allows the Gift Certificate to be issued.
To purchase a Gift Certificate or register for a course, please contact:
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