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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Intro to Sailing

An introductory sailing experience onboard a sailboat with an instructor in Toronto’s beautiful harbour.

2 Hours / $170 + HST

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Sail Canada Basic Cruising

Basic sailing course, ideal for beginners, practical and theoretical learning, internationally recognised certification.

28 Hours / $845 + HST

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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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Sailing Camps for Kids

Our sailing camps offer young sailors a fun and safe environment in which to prosper.

Prices vary

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Introduction to Power

An introductory powerboating experience, learning basic practical skills onboard our powerboats with an instructor.

1.5 Hours / $150 + HST

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Sail Canada Basic Power

Basic powerboating course, building core skills and confidence, internationally recognised certification.

18 Hours / $695 + HST

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Basic Power Theory Refresher

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

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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

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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: November 30, 2023

VHF-DSC Radio License

Learn to communicate on the VHF marine radio, guided by our knowledgeable instructors.

6 Hours / $225 + HST

Next: December 4, 2023

Toronto Harbour License

This license is required for operating any power-driven vessel in the Toronto Harbour.

3 Hours / $160 + HST

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Licensing Package Deal

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

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Intermediate Cruising Theory

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: January 12, 2024

Sail Canada Intermediate Coastal Navigation

Intermediate navigation course teaches the running fix, coping with set and drift, and tides and currents.

16 Hours / $395 + HST

Next: March 16, 2024

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

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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

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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.