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The Kelowna Yacht Club’s youth sailing and watersport programs have the opportunity and privilege of getting to teach hundreds of children and young adults not only to sail and be safe on the water but also to foster their personal growth by building their self-confidence and sportsmanship. Students learn everything about sailing, including the terminology, theory, water safety and knot-tying.

The KYC Sailing School & Watersports programs are full of fun activities and water programming and is open to all those in our community.


Our Youth Programs & Summer Camps

2024 Camp Registration is open

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Rain or shine programs will go forward as scheduled. In the event of certain weather conditions, activities will be adjusted to ensure the safety of all participants and the KYC team. 

Wetfeet | Ages 4 - 6

Let’s start them young! Let’s start them young! Little ones can begin learning to sail at just 4 years old. We will work with them to be comfortable on the water in a safe and fun environment while allowing them the opportunity to discover a sport that could become a lifelong passion! The kids will learn how to sail and paddle with additional crafts, arts and games. This program is a great option for your kiddos to enjoy on their summer holidays! Book to join the fun all summer-long or just one week. For children ages 4 to 6.

Wet Feet Camp

Ages: 4 – 6 year olds
Dates: Monday to Friday
Time: Morning Sessions 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Price: $160/week

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom booking? Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersports Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com

CANSail - Optimist | Ages 7 - 11

Whether you are new to sailing or are an experienced sailor this is a great week-long program that is customizable to your abilities. Instructors will adapt their coaching to include all skill levels within the class. You’ll enjoy the fun of learning on your own stable 7ft Optimist sailboat. This includes games and activities both on and off the water. Our lessons are designed to maximize fun, safety and technical learning, while also working towards achieving your CANSail Certifications. Some days may include sailing out on a larger keelboat, kayaking, paddle boarding and tubing. For children ages 7 to 11.

CANSail Optimist

Ages: 7 – 11 year olds
Dates: Monday to Friday
Full-Day Camp:  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Half-Day Camp: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Price: $450/week for all-day camp or $255/week for half-day afternoon camp

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom day/week booking?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersport Education Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com

CANSail - 1, 2, 3, 4 | Ages 12 - 18

This week-long program is great for avid young sailors or those that have never sailed before. You will learn and advance your skills sailing on a variety of boats. The program includes rigging, terminology, water safety, docking, and even safe capsizing! Our instructors will tailor to your individual experience level and help you work towards your CANSail 1-2-3-4 Sail Canada Certification. Some days may also include other fun activities such as sailing out on a larger keelboat, kayaking, paddle boarding and tubing. For children ages 12 to 18.

CANSail – 1, 2, 3, 4

Ages: 12 – 18 year olds
Dates
: Monday to Friday
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: $450/week

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom day/week booking?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersports Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com

Summer Day Camp | Ages 7 - 17

Want to have a fun day on the water? This camp is for you! We offer a variety of daily activities that may include: kayaking, paddle boarding, tubing, sailing, wakeboarding as well as beach time and games. The kids will be challenged to learn new things and advance their skills, all while growing their confidence on the water. Choose to participate one day or every day: it’s up to you! Be sure to register; this is not a day-of drop-in camp. For children ages 7 to 17.

Summer Day Camp

Ages: 7 – 17 year olds
Dates
: Monday to Friday
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: 
$90/day

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom booking?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersport Education Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com

Watersport Camp | Ages 7 - 17

Ready for a weeklong of fun watersport activities? This camp is for you. Participants will get to try a variety of all the water sports activities we offer. Daily activities may include sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, tubing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, beach time and games. A rounded camp to try it all! For ages 7 to 17.

Watersport Camp

Ages: 7 – 17 year olds
Dates
: Monday to Friday
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Price: 
$525/week

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom booking?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersport Education Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com.

 

 

Wake Sport Camp | Ages 9 - 17

Want to try your hand at wake surfing, wakeboarding, or waterskiing? How about all three? This fun week-long camp will give you the opportunity to challenge yourself to learn a new sport while also working on advancing your skills! Open for children ages 9 to 17.

Wake Sport Camp

Ages: 9 – 17 year-olds
Dates: Monday to Friday
Time:
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Price: $750/week

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Have questions about this program or looking for a custom family/group booking?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersports Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com.

Private Groups | All Ages

Let us help create a perfect day on the lake! We are here to customize a group lesson just for you; it can include any or all of the activities we offer: sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, wake sports and tubing! We can help design a fun educational field trip for your school class or social group. Maybe you are looking to set up a mid-day corporate activity or just want to try wakeboarding with your pals!

Private Groups

Ages: 7 year olds and up!
Dates & Times: Customized per client 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM based on instructor availability
Price: Based on the number of participants, activity and staffing resources required

Have questions about this program or are you looking for a custom group booking quote?  Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersports Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com.

Pricing does not include GST, which will be applied to select youth offerings and all adult courses.

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Our experience with our sailing lesson was really great. The instructor was really thorough and patient while teaching, he was full of tips and advice while explaining what we were doing and why. All around, a great experience!

- Amanda (2022)

Thank you for making our day on the water wonderful! The pontoon boat was great, clean and ready to go with very helpful staff.

- Ken (2022)

It was my son Max’s first time attending a camp at the Kelowna Yacht Club and we weren’t sure what to expect. Max had such a great time and really connected with the instructors. They did a great job of balancing fun, education and safety for the kids. The instructors also made sure to talk to all of the parents at pick-up to let us know what they covered and did each day. Max will be back next summer, for at least a week or two!

- Angela (2022)

We have truly enjoyed our summer boating experiences and appreciate all the time and energy you all have put into making our experiences wonderful!!

- Judy (2021)

We will be back next summer for sure!

- Avy (2021)

We had the best time today, the instructors are fabulous! Thank you very much for sharing your expertise.

- Barb (2021)

I just wanted to reach out to say how much fun my son had at the camp this week. His coaches did a fantastic job. He was even thrilled the day that they had to play indoors, your team is clearly innovative and able to adapt to whatever the weather (or the pandemic) throws at them. I told him we’d definitely sign up again next summer and he said he’d like to sign up EVERY SUMMER.

- Joanne (2021)