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It's 2025, summer is nearly here and the Great Slave Sailing Club is offering Sailing Programs again!
Two week half-day Wetfeet Sailing Camps for 5-8 year old children in Optimist dinghies and 1 week CANSail 1 & 2 camps for youth aged 8-15 in Topper dinghies.
Indoor facilities will be provided for exclusive use of the sailing camps for lessons, warmth and eating lunch. Limited supply of children's wetsuits for loan.
Our priorities are safety and fun, therefore on the water time is dependent on wind and weather conditions, and is at the discretion of the instructor.
We strive to make our courses fun, educational and great value for money when compared with other summer programs.
Great Slave Sailing Club - A great place to begin your sailing adventure!
What Students Should Bring.....
Lifejacket/PFD if you have your own with your name clearly marked. We do supply PFDs if you don't have one.
soft-soled, non-marking, closed toe water shoes
a wetsuit is strongly advised especially for children
We can supply a shorty wet suit if you contact us before hand and request one (for children aged 5-12) Limited supply, first come first served. Wetsuit is for use at the sailing club only
Otherwise bring appropriate clothing for the weather: Bathing suit, foul weather gear (windproof jacket, pants), towel, etc
extra set of dry clothes and foot wear for on land
hat & sunglasses with string
sunscreen
drinking water & snacks
full day programs - Peanut-free lunch, water bottles (preferably insulated to keep water cold and fresh)
Please store all personal items in a bag, keep your lunch in an insulated bag, and label everything, including your PFD if you have one. All personal belongings are stored in the clubhouse. The Sailing School cannot ensure the safety of any valuables.
** "shorty" wetsuits can provide warmth and a bit of padding. They can be purchased in Yellowknife at Canadian Tire or Overlander Sports, or online through Canadian water sports companies such as M.E.C. and Shuswap Ski & Board.
Classes take place at the Great Slave Sailing Club, adjacent to the Giant Mine Boat Launch on the old Highway 4 past the Ski Club.
Please note that refunds will be issued up to 1 week before the start of a course, but less 10% to cover transaction fees on both payments and refunds
For beginner sailors aged 5-7.
This 2 week program is a gentle introduction for beginners to sailing. This class is taught using the CANSail curriculum using Optimist sailing dinghies, with other recreational activities when dictated by the wind and weather conditions. The curriculum, lesson plans and teaching methods are specific to engaging this age group while also teaching them about sailing boats, water safety, and fundamental movement and balance skills in the Optimist dinghies and dockside.
Classes run from 8.30 to 12.00 Monday to Friday at the Great Slave Sailing Club, adjacent to the Giant Mine Boat Launch.
Drop off after 8.15, pick up by 12:15.
Includes use of club boats and clubhouse facilities during class times
Note that there will be no class on Tuesday July 1
For sailors aged 6-8 who have done the Opti Wetfeet course previously. This class may be suitable for some older beginners in this age group who are physically larger and are confident being on the water, but are not ready for the full day CanSail classes. The wind tends to be higher in the afternoons, which can be a little more challenging than the mornings.
This class is taught using the CANSail curriculum using Optimist sailing dinghies, with other recreational activities when dictated by the wind and weather conditions. The curriculum, lesson plans and teaching methods are specific to engaging this age group while also teaching them about sailing boats, water safety, and fundamental movement and balance skills in Optimist Dinghies and dockside.
Classes run from 1:00 to 4:30 Monday to Friday at the Great Slave Sailing Club, adjacent to the Giant Mine Boat Launch.
Drop off after 12:45, pick up by 4:45.
Includes use of club boats and clubhouse facilities during class times
Note that there will be no class on Tuesday July 1
For sailors aged 8 to 15.
CANSail 1 may be completed after taking Opti Wet-Feet or with no sailing experience. This class is taught to using the CANSail curriculum in two person Topper sailing dinghies and single handed Optimist dinghies, and covers basic sailing skills. CANSail 2 picks up where CANSail 1 finishes. CANSail levels are awarded based on skills demonstrated to the Instructor and not by classes attended.
Sailors who have previously completed the Optimist courses successfully but are not yet 8 years old may be considered on a case by case basis.
Classes run from 8:30 to 4:30 Monday to Friday at the Great Slave Sailing Club, adjacent to the Giant Mine Boat Launch. Drop off after 8.15, pick up by 4.45.
Includes use of club boats and clubhouse facilities
Note that there is no class on Mon Aug 4
For beginner Adult sailors.
This course is taught in two person Topper sailing dinghies and covers basic sailing skills and terminology.
Includes use of club boats and clubhouse facilities
Classes are Tue & Thu 6-9pm and Sat 9am-12pm for two weeks
This is not a beginner course. It is for adults who have taken the Learn to Sail class, or for those with previous dinghy sailing experience, who would like to further develop their dinghy sailing skills. A basic understanding of sailing principles and terminology is required. This class is taught to using the CANSail curriculum in Topper sailing dinghies,
Classes are Monday nights 6-9pm
Classes are Monday nights 6-9pm. Note that there is no class on Mon Aug 4
Race Team is intended for youth who would like to train for sailing competitions. It is by invitation only. If you have been invited, register on the wait list and you will be added to the class.
Sessions are Saturdays 10am-1pm
Sessions are Saturdays 10am-1pm. Note that there will be no class on Sat Aug 2
These will be fun events, each consisting of a series of races in the GSSC Sailing School Dinghies.
Note that you must be a GSSC member, either Full or Associate, to participate. You must also have experience dinghy sailing, including the ability to without assistance rig and derig, launch, dock and retrieve the boat, sail the course, and right a capsized boat. You must also have a basic understanding of the current Racing Rules of Sailing.
The event will start with a briefing in the GSSC clubhouse, then we will we head on the water to start racing. Expect to spend about 2-3 hours on the water.
July Dinghy Regatta - Single Handed in Topper Dinghies
Starts at 1pm in the Clubhouse for the briefing
August Dinghy Regatta - Single Handed in Topper Dinghies
Starts at 1pm in the Clubhouse for the briefing
Frosty Pumpkin Challenge - Single Handed in Topper Dinghies
Starts at 1pm in the Clubhouse for the briefing
email: training@greatslavesailingclub.com
phone: 000-000-0000
It's 2025, summer is nearly here and the Great Slave Sailing Club is offering Sailing Programs again!
Two week half-day Wetfeet Sailing Camps for 5-8 year old children in Optimist dinghies and 1 week CANSail 1 & 2 camps for youth aged 8-15 in Topper dinghies.
Indoor facilities will be provided for exclusive use of the sailing camps for lessons, warmth and eating lunch. Limited supply of children's wetsuits for loan.
Our priorities are safety and fun, therefore on the water time is dependent on wind and weather conditions, and is at the discretion of the instructor.
We strive to make our courses fun, educational and great value for money when compared with other summer programs.
Great Slave Sailing Club - A great place to begin your sailing adventure!
What Students Should Bring.....
Lifejacket/PFD if you have your own with your name clearly marked. We do supply PFDs if you don't have one.
soft-soled, non-marking, closed toe water shoes
a wetsuit is strongly advised especially for children
We can supply a shorty wet suit if you contact us before hand and request one (for children aged 5-12) Limited supply, first come first served. Wetsuit is for use at the sailing club only
Otherwise bring appropriate clothing for the weather: Bathing suit, foul weather gear (windproof jacket, pants), towel, etc
extra set of dry clothes and foot wear for on land
hat & sunglasses with string
sunscreen
drinking water & snacks
full day programs - Peanut-free lunch, water bottles (preferably insulated to keep water cold and fresh)
Please store all personal items in a bag, keep your lunch in an insulated bag, and label everything, including your PFD if you have one. All personal belongings are stored in the clubhouse. The Sailing School cannot ensure the safety of any valuables.
** "shorty" wetsuits can provide warmth and a bit of padding. They can be purchased in Yellowknife at Canadian Tire or Overlander Sports, or online through Canadian water sports companies such as M.E.C. and Shuswap Ski & Board.
Classes take place at the Great Slave Sailing Club, adjacent to the Giant Mine Boat Launch on the old Highway 4 past the Ski Club.
Please note that refunds will be issued up to 1 week before the start of a course, but less 10% to cover transaction fees on both payments and refunds