LEARN TO SAIL WITH SAIL SHEDIAC
SAILCANADA KEELBOAT CERTIFICATION
$120
3hours
INTRO TO SAILING
This Standard is intended to provide novice boaters the opportunity to experience the joys of boating. The session(s) may also be used for the purpose of building crew teamwork skills on water and/or to introduce novice boaters to safe practices in preparing to leave the dock, while underway, and when returning to the dock.
($100pp with groups of 4+ )
$600
12-15 hours
START KEELBOAT SAILING
This Standard is the recommended starting point for individuals with minimal practical on-water experience. This entry level builds basic sailing skills with a focus on operation of the vessel as crew. Candidates completing this Standard 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 who want to experience sailing on a keelboat and begin to build basic sailing skills in a relaxed environment and at a comfortable pace.
$900
28-30hours
BASIC CRUISING STANDARDThis is one of the entry level Standards in the series of Sail Canada Standards on sailing keelboats and on cruising. It develops the student’s ability to take command of and operate (with assistance of competent crew) an auxiliary powered sailing vessel, by day, in light to moderate conditions. Basic boating skills are developed under sail and power with a focus on operation of the vessel as both crew and skipper. Individuals with minimal practical on-water experience should consider completing the Start Keelboat Sailing Standard before attempting this training.
How does booking and scheduling work for your courses?
We run our courses in small groups of 3–4 students so everyone gets maximum hands-on time and personalized instruction.
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SKS (15 hours total): Once 3 students are confirmed, we coordinate one or two full weekend day (8 hours) + 2 or 3 weekday evenings (3–4 hours each) that work for everyone.
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BCS (30 hours total): We book two weekends + a few weekday evenings to complete the required hours.
We are very flexible and always try to find times that suit the group’s availability. Weather is the only thing we can’t control — we monitor forecasts closely and reschedule if conditions aren’t safe, but we do our best to keep the momentum going once a group is formed.
Just tell us your preferred days/times when you inquire and we’ll make it work
GET TO KNOW US
Jeff and Christian are professional sailing instructors certified by Sail Canada. They have become well-known and respected throughout the greater Shediac area as master ILCA sailors. After training with some of the greatest athletes in Canada, they have developed unique and effective teaching methods and want to share their love of sailing with you.
Youth Dinghy Sailing (Under 18)
For youth programs and dinghy instruction, we recommend the excellent programs offered by the Greater Shediac Sailing School.
Their certified instructors provide structured training in small sailboats for sailors under 18, focusing on safety, boat handling, racing skills, and confidence on the water
Our Happy Clients
"It's remarkable how quickly a good and favorable wind can sweep away the maddening frustrations of shore living.”