Courses
Harbourfront Centre Sailing and Powerboating is an internationally recognized Sail Canada ‘Centre of Excellence in Training’ Facility, with courses that provide comprehensive theory and practical on-water experience.
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An introductory sailing experience onboard a sailboat with an instructor in Toronto’s beautiful harbour.
2 Hours / $170 + HST
Next: June 10, 2023
Basic sailing course, ideal for beginners, practical and theoretical learning, internationally recognised certification.
28 Hours / $845 + HST
Next: June 6, 2023
Basic Cruising Theory Refresher
Sail Canada theory course, ideal for those preparing for the exam or to refresh their knowledge.
8 Hours / $255 + HST
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Our sailing camps offer young sailors a fun and safe environment in which to prosper.
Prices vary
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An introductory powerboating experience, learning basic practical skills onboard our powerboats with an instructor.
1.5 Hours / $150 + HST
Next: July 8, 2023
Basic powerboating course, building core skills and confidence, internationally recognised certification.
18 Hours / $695 + HST
Next: June 17, 2023
Sail Canada theory course, great for improving knowledge or preparing for the exam.
8 Hours / $255 + HST
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Sail Canada Basic Dinghy – CANSail 1 and 2
Basic dinghy sailing course, ideal for beginners, students will work towards their CANSail 1 and 2 standards.
24 Hours / $585 + HST
Next: June 1, 2023
Sail Canada Intermediate Dinghy – CANSail 3 and 4
Intermidiate dinghy sailing course, working towards CANSail 3 and 4, the next step for students with CANSail 2.
24 Hours / $595 + HST
Next: July 20, 2023
Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC)
This Transport Canada license is required to operate any power-driven vessel in the Toronto Harbour.
2 Hours (exam only) / $55 + HST
Next: June 8, 2023
Learn to communicate on the VHF marine radio, guided by our knowledgeable instructors.
6 Hours / $225 + HST
Next: November 13, 2023
This license is required for operating any power-driven vessel in the Toronto Harbour.
3 Hours / $160 + HST
Next: June 1, 2023
This discounted package includes the Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC), Toronto Harbour License and VHF-DSC Radio License courses.
11 Hours / $395 + HST
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Sail Canada Intermediate Cruising
Intermediate level sailing with internationally recognised certification; recommended minimum for bareboat chartering.
5 Days Live Aboard / $1,585 + HST
Next: June 2, 2023
Sail Canada intermediate-level sailing theory provides additional learning opportunity, ideal for exam preparation.
10 Hours / $395 + HST
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Bareboat Skipper & International Certificate of Competency (ICC)
A written exam add-on, providing BBS and ICC internationally-recognised certifications on successful completion.
3 Hours / $550 + HST
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Sail Canada Basic Coastal Navigation
Basic navigation course teaches the fundamentals of navigation, how to read charts and plot passages.
19 Hours / $495 + HST
Next: September 22, 2023
Sail Canada Intermediate Coastal Navigation
Intermediate navigation course teaches the running fix, coping with set and drift, and tides and currents.
19 Hours / $395 + HST
Next: September 29, 2023
Sail Canada Full Standard Navigation
Full coastal navigation standard includes both the Basic and Intermediate levels at a discounted rate.
38 Hours / $840 + HST
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Sail Canada Celestial Navigation
Learn to navigate using the sun, moon and stars; basic concepts include sun-run-sun and use of a sextant.
38 Hours / $650 + HST
Next: November 24, 2023
International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Limited (Offshore) – Theory
This theory course teaches the commercial 200 Tonne Masters Certification of Competency for operating sail or power vessels.
50 Hours / $2,225 + HST
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International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Limited (Offshore) – Practical
This practical component for commercial 200 Tonne Masters Certification of Competency is conducted in Florida.
7 Hours / $3,095 USD
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International Master of Yachts (MOY) 200 Tonne – Unlimited (Ocean) – Theory
This theory course comprises of celestial navigation, pilot planning and passage planning.
42 Hours / $1,995 + HST
Next: October 16, 2023
Own Boat Tuition
Looking to improve your confidence and control with your own sail or powerboat? Our qualified instructors can teach you the ropes! Prices range from $80 – $160 per hour, plus travel costs to your location outside of downtown Toronto. Contact us to learn more.