Kelowna Yacht Club

Adult Learn to Sail · Intro to Keelboat Sailing
2025-10-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-07 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-09 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-14 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-16 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-21 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-23 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | On the Water
Learn to sail on a 27-foot Keelboat! Enjoy a lesson spent out on the water, learning valuable skills and experiencing the joys of sailing. No previous sailing experience is necessary, and you can learn at any age. Instructors will tailor the lesson to your skill level and abilities. Taught by a certified captain, each session has a maximum of four participants, and it is recommended to schedule two or more lessons to advance your sailing skills.
Successful completion of 4 sessions will mean a Sail Canada “Start Keelboating” Certification.
Introduction to Sailing
Age: 15 +
Dates:
· Tuesdays | April 15 – October 21
· Thursdays | June 5 – October 23
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cost: $90 / single lesson
Have questions about this program or looking for a custom booking? Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersport Education Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com.
Pricing does not include GST, which will be applied to select youth offerings and all adult courses.

Basic Cruising Standard · Classroom Session
2025-10-07 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-04 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-11 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Kelowna Yacht Club, 1370 Water St, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J1, Canada
Basic Cruising Standard · Sailing Certification
Have you always wanted to become a competent crew or skipper? The Basic Cruising course is for you! We offer two options for students, depending on your comfort level and strengths.
Basic Cruising – Competent Crew
Students who have limited sailing experience will learn the ins and outs of cruising without the pressure of taking total control of the boat. You will move through the course at a pace you are comfortable with and learn how to be an asset on any sailboat! The Sail Canada Basic Crew Standard will be awarded to our Competent Crew students upon successful completion of this course.
Basic Cruising – Day Skipper
Students who have prior sailing experience and are looking to take control of the boat will be working on crew and skipper skills during the course. You will take on more responsibility with the goal of being confident and competent to handle the boat after the course on your own with a small crew. The Sail Canada Basic Cruising Standard will be awarded upon successful completion of the course to students who are comfortable taking full responsibility for the vessel.
The Sail Canada Basic Crew Standard
Basic Cruising Standard
Age: 15 +
Price: $875
2025 Dates:

Basic Cruising Course 4 – September

Tuesdays September 9, 16, 23 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Classroom Sessions
Sundays September 14, 21, 28 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sailing Session

Basic Cruising Course 5 – October

Tuesdays October 7, 14, 21 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Classroom Sessions
Sundays October 12, 19, 26 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sailing Session

Basic Cruising Course 6 – November

Tuesdays November 4, 11, 18 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Classroom Sessions
Sundays November 9, 16, 23 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sailing Session

What’s Included:

Course textbook, study materials
Ashore and afloat instruction
Logbook, exam and certification
​Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Have questions about these courses? Contact the KYC Sailing & Watersport Education Team directly at sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com.
Pricing does not include GST, which will be applied to all adult courses.

Basic Cruising Standard · Sailing Session
2025-10-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-19 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-23 09:00 - 16:00 | On the Water

ROCM - Radio Operator Certificate with DSC
2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Kelowna Yacht Club, 1370 Water St, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J1, Canada
ROCM – Radio Operator Certificate with DSC
Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (DSC/GMDSS). All boaters will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of their marine radio.
Two half-day classroom sessions, ending with the certification exam.
Dates:
· Saturday, October 25 and
· Sunday, October 26
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Price: $175 + applicable taxes

Sailing Awards Night
2025-11-01 17:00 - 22:00 | Kelowna Yacht Club, 1370 Water St, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J1, Canada
Another magical year on the Lake! 2025 was yet another season of great sailing! Join the Sail Fleet for this year’s awards night, where there will be season highlights, award presentations, and more.
Saturday, November 1st | $30*
Doors Open & Check In · 5:00PM
Dinner · 6:00PM
Awards Ceremony · 7:00PM
*Price includes a Dinner buffet and a seat for the awards ceremony. Subject to applicable taxes & gratuity.

Registration is required and will remain open until Friday, October 31st at 5:00PM.

For KYC Members, you can member charge the Awards by registering here

KYC Member Registration

For Non-KYC Sailors, you can purchase your tickets here

Non-KYC Sailor’s Tickets
Seating will be open, and on a first-come-first-served basis.
Any questions or registration issues, contact Member Services at (250) 762-3310 ext. 200 info@kelownayachtclub.com for assistance.

Sail Fleet Season Review
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Spinnaker Room, 1370 Water Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 1J1, Canada
Join your fellow Kelowna Yacht Club Sail Fleet Members and the Committee for an engaging year-end review of the 2025 sailing season. This is your chance to share thoughts, celebrate successes, and provide valuable feedback on the past season. This will be an excellent opportunity to reflect on the highlights and have an open forum to discuss ideas to improve the upcoming seasons. Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the future of our KYC sailing community!

ROCM - Radio Operator Certificate with DSC
2026-02-21 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-14 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Kelowna Yacht Club, 1370 Water St, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J1, Canada
ROCM – Radio Operator Certificate with DSC
Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (DSC/GMDSS). All boaters will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of their marine radio.
Course includes two half-day classroom sessions, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, including the exam.
Dates:
· February 21-22
· March 14-15
· April 11-12
· May 16-17
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Price: $195 + applicable taxes

This program is open to everyone in the community; you do not need to be a Kelowna Yacht Club member to participate.

Learn To Sail with the KYC Sail Fleet · Classroom Session
2026-03-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Kelowna Yacht Club, 1370 Water St, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1J1, Canada
Learn to sail with members of the Kelowna Yacht Club Sail Fleet! The Introductory course is a fun and affordable opportunity to learn sailing theory, terminology, and important safety information, with the additional option of getting on-water experience sailing on a wide variety of sailboats. This is a volunteer run program put on by members of the Sail Fleet. The sessions offered will allow you to learn at your own pace and not feel the pressure of theory exams.
Please note, no certification will be given through the course. You can sign up for just the classroom theory lessons only or choose to also add 4 on water sessions.

Dates:

Classroom Lessons (2 Classes)
· Sunday, March 8 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
· Sunday, March 15 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
On-Water Morning Sessions (4 Sessions)
· Saturday, April 18 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
· Saturday, April 25 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
· Saturday, May 2 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
· Saturday, May 9 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
On-Water Afternoon Sessions (4 Sessions)
· Saturday, April 18 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
· Saturday, April 25 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
· Saturday, May 2 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
· Saturday, May 9 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Price:
$150/person for ONLY Classroom Sessions (2 Sessions)
$300/person for Classroom & On-Water Lessons (2 Classeroom + 4 On-Water Sessions)
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Does this give a certification?
A: This course does not give a certification; it is designed to help you to start building experience and get you connected with some of the sailing community here at the club. We will have some additional program options becoming available in the spring for beginners to intermediate-level sailors running throughout the late spring/summer season.
Q: What if I miss a class?
A: We do not have any make-up classes planned; however, the instructors are really great about summarizing previous lessons and helping you feel as though you are caught up with important information.
Q: What if the weather is not very good?
A: Rain or shine we will go out on the water. If there is a lack of wind during the on-water sessions, we will still proceed as we can cater the lesson to cover plenty of hands-on experience topics. If there is lightning or a storm, we will contact the participants and inform them of a new plan or refund.
Q: Who should we contact with any questions?
A: Email sailingschool@kelownayachtclub.com

Open Racing Social
2026-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Grand Banquet Room
Has winter got you down in the doldrums? Join us for the first sailors’ social of the year and reconnect before the racing season begins!

Who Is This Event For?
This event is for sailors, new members, and anyone curious about sailing in the Open Racing series. Whether you are a seasoned racer, looking to crew for the first time, or simply interested in learning more about the series, this experience is for you!

The Experience:
The evening will include a short welcome from the Race Committee; however, the focus of the event is connection. This is an opportunity for both new and seasoned sailors to socialize before the season begins.
Light food and beverage will be available for purchase during the event. This is not a formal sit-down event.
Date: Wednesday March 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Where: Grand Banquet Room
Cost: Free
Registration is required via the form below.
Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration online so we can adjust numbers accordingly.
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FAQ’s
Q: Do I need racing experience to attend?
A: No. This event is open to all experience levels, including those brand new to racing.
Q: I don’t have a boat — can I still race?
A: Yes. Many skippers are looking for crew. This is a great opportunity to connect and join a boat.
Q: Do I need to commit to the full season?
A: Not necessarily. Skippers and crew can discuss availability and expectations directly.
Q: What should I wear?
A: Club casual. No sailing gear required.
Q: Can I bring a guest who is interested in racing?
A: Yes, guests are welcome.

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