UBC Sailing Club upcoming events

Windsurfing Wednesdays (29 Jul 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Windsurfing Wednesdays!

Are you a Level 1 windsurfer still building confidence or struggling to stay upwind?
Are you Level 2 but hesitant to go beyond the 5-knot buoy or hook into your harness?
Are you Level 2.5 or 3 and interested in sharing tips with others?

Join us for weekly friendly windsurfing sessions focused on practice, progression, and connecting with others

Schedule & Logistics

When: Every Wednesday from May 6 - August 26, 2026.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Preparation: Feel free to arrive around 5:00 PM to warm up and get your rig ready.
Sunset Info: We will have plenty of daylight! Sunset is at 8:36 PM on May 6, peaking at 9:22 PM on July 1, and returning to 8:09 PM by August 26.

Activities

Please register for the date you plan to attend so we can track participation, understand experience levels, and plan the evening’s activities accordingly.

In addition to independent practice, we may organize the following activities depending on participants’ skill levels and wind conditions:

Mini Races (L1 and above): If wind conditions and skill levels are suitable, we may run a short race from our usual launch area, around a marker, and back.

Short Trips (L2 and above): Conditions permitting, we may organize a short trip to a nearby beach by the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club (during easterly winds) or head toward Locarno Beach, just west of the Jericho Pier (during westerly winds).

Weather & Updates

Wind Conditions: If weather conditions are unfavorable (wind is too light or too strong), we will post a status update on Discord the night before the session. Please keep an eye on the channel for the latest news!

Toolbox Thursday (30 Jul 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Whether you're an expert shipwright or you've never even held a hammer, all are welcome at Toolbox Thursday! Come help us maintain our fleet and learn new skills in a fun environment! No prior experience needed. Pizza will be served!

Windsurfing Wednesdays (5 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Windsurfing Wednesdays!

Are you a Level 1 windsurfer still building confidence or struggling to stay upwind?
Are you Level 2 but hesitant to go beyond the 5-knot buoy or hook into your harness?
Are you Level 2.5 or 3 and interested in sharing tips with others?

Join us for weekly friendly windsurfing sessions focused on practice, progression, and connecting with others

Schedule & Logistics

When: Every Wednesday from May 6 - August 26, 2026.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Preparation: Feel free to arrive around 5:00 PM to warm up and get your rig ready.
Sunset Info: We will have plenty of daylight! Sunset is at 8:36 PM on May 6, peaking at 9:22 PM on July 1, and returning to 8:09 PM by August 26.

Activities

Please register for the date you plan to attend so we can track participation, understand experience levels, and plan the evening’s activities accordingly.

In addition to independent practice, we may organize the following activities depending on participants’ skill levels and wind conditions:

Mini Races (L1 and above): If wind conditions and skill levels are suitable, we may run a short race from our usual launch area, around a marker, and back.

Weather & Updates

Toolbox Thursday (6 Aug 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Windsurfing Regatta: Rabbit Racer (8 Aug 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

You must be an active member and certified to use UBC windsurfing gear, for non-members it's BYOG (Bring Your Own Gear).

Roll on down to Jericho to rinse in the ocean riptides and show off your remarkable reaches for our fourth-annual Rabbit Racer Windsurfing Regatta. Featuring both Rabbit Starts and even a Rabbit Finish! There will be beginner and longboard courses, and even a slalom course depending on the wind.

We'll have a racing clinic first where we'll review the courses, right-of-way rules, racing strategy and tactics, and of course how to do a Rabbit Start. While some of the hoppy carrot-lovers among you may have heard about Rabbit Starts, you're probably wondering about the Rabbit Finish, which we'll use for the beginner course. We're uniquely suited to this at Jericho: the first person to land safely, correctly bring their gear onshore, collect their phone, and take a picture of a Jericho bunny rabbit will be the winner!

Preliminary Sailing Instructions (subject to change):

The beginner course will start from the beach, round a mark slightly upwind, and end with a Rabbit Finish.
The longboard course will have a Rabbit Start with one of the windsurfing racers as the rabbit, then a standard triangle and standard finish.
The slalom course (wind permitting) will have a Rabbit Start with a gasoline-or-paddle-powered rabbit, followed by as many reaches and gybes as we have marks.

Don't miss this fluffle of excitement, you might just be the one to win by ... a hare!

Want to join us for food after? Buy a food ticket please. If you'd like to join the fun after the race but prefer not to eat please sign up for a "no food" ticket.

Here are some winning rabbits from past years!

Windsurfing Wednesdays (12 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Windsurfing Wednesdays!

Are you a Level 1 windsurfer still building confidence or struggling to stay upwind?
Are you Level 2 but hesitant to go beyond the 5-knot buoy or hook into your harness?
Are you Level 2.5 or 3 and interested in sharing tips with others?

Join us for weekly friendly windsurfing sessions focused on practice, progression, and connecting with others

Schedule & Logistics

When: Every Wednesday from May 6 - August 26, 2026.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Preparation: Feel free to arrive around 5:00 PM to warm up and get your rig ready.
Sunset Info: We will have plenty of daylight! Sunset is at 8:36 PM on May 6, peaking at 9:22 PM on July 1, and returning to 8:09 PM by August 26.

Activities

Please register for the date you plan to attend so we can track participation, understand experience levels, and plan the evening’s activities accordingly.

In addition to independent practice, we may organize the following activities depending on participants’ skill levels and wind conditions:

Mini Races (L1 and above): If wind conditions and skill levels are suitable, we may run a short race from our usual launch area, around a marker, and back.

Weather & Updates

Toolbox Thursday (13 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Windsurfing Wednesdays (19 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Windsurfing Wednesdays!

Are you a Level 1 windsurfer still building confidence or struggling to stay upwind?
Are you Level 2 but hesitant to go beyond the 5-knot buoy or hook into your harness?
Are you Level 2.5 or 3 and interested in sharing tips with others?

Join us for weekly friendly windsurfing sessions focused on practice, progression, and connecting with others

Schedule & Logistics

When: Every Wednesday from May 6 - August 26, 2026.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Preparation: Feel free to arrive around 5:00 PM to warm up and get your rig ready.
Sunset Info: We will have plenty of daylight! Sunset is at 8:36 PM on May 6, peaking at 9:22 PM on July 1, and returning to 8:09 PM by August 26.

Activities

Please register for the date you plan to attend so we can track participation, understand experience levels, and plan the evening’s activities accordingly.

In addition to independent practice, we may organize the following activities depending on participants’ skill levels and wind conditions:

Mini Races (L1 and above): If wind conditions and skill levels are suitable, we may run a short race from our usual launch area, around a marker, and back.

Weather & Updates

Toolbox Thursday (20 Aug 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Women* and Non-binary Sailing Social (22 Aug 2026)

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This Women's * Sailing social is a great way to meet other women* in the Club, hone up skills and learn new ones in a supportive and friendly environment. Women* will be paired up depending on skill level so more experienced sailors can share some of their skills and wisdom with more beginner level sailors.
There is no agenda for this evening and it will all be very informal. Day of, you can discuss what skills you would like refreshed or what new skills you'd like to try with your sailing partner. Please do register for the event and answer all the questions so we can get an idea of your current level and what you're interested in getting out of this evening.
*The term women" is inclusive of cis and trans women as well as non-binary folks.

Windsurfing Wednesdays (26 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join Us for Windsurfing Wednesdays!

Are you a Level 1 windsurfer still building confidence or struggling to stay upwind?
Are you Level 2 but hesitant to go beyond the 5-knot buoy or hook into your harness?
Are you Level 2.5 or 3 and interested in sharing tips with others?

Join us for weekly friendly windsurfing sessions focused on practice, progression, and connecting with others

Schedule & Logistics

When: Every Wednesday from May 6 - August 26, 2026.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Preparation: Feel free to arrive around 5:00 PM to warm up and get your rig ready.
Sunset Info: We will have plenty of daylight! Sunset is at 8:36 PM on May 6, peaking at 9:22 PM on July 1, and returning to 8:09 PM by August 26.

Activities

Please register for the date you plan to attend so we can track participation, understand experience levels, and plan the evening’s activities accordingly.

In addition to independent practice, we may organize the following activities depending on participants’ skill levels and wind conditions:

Mini Races (L1 and above): If wind conditions and skill levels are suitable, we may run a short race from our usual launch area, around a marker, and back.

Weather & Updates

Toolbox Thursday (27 Aug 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Intermediate Kayaking Trip - Broughton Group (28 Aug 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Looking to paddle in the Broughton Group . We will stick to the areas of Class II waters, where we will need to manage wind effects, currents, and crossings. There should be lots of opportunities to see wildlife (hopefully some whales)!

I'd like to launch out of Telegraph Cove for a 3-4 day trip. This trip requires intermediate paddling and camping skills as we will need to be self-sufficient for the entirety of the trip. This trip will likely comprise of a small group, for safety in more challenging conditions. I will post some more information about it when the times comes, but at the moment, posting to gauge interest in this.

Please reach out to thomas@ubcsailing.org for questions!

Full moon Sunset kayaking & SUP series 2026 (28 Aug 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Enjoy a relaxing "Full Moon Friday" evening paddle featuring stunning views of the downtown Vancouver skyline. Experience the sky turning a vibrant orange as the sun sets directly into the sea.

Evening Schedule
5:30pm Gear setup and kayak preparation. 6:00pm Launch from Jericho, paddling East.
6:45pm-7:15pm Raft up near blue house (or land on Linnea beach, see pic from last year). Please bring your own snacks & non-alcoholic drinks!
7:15pm Start paddle back toward Jericho, enjoying the sunset on the water. 8:00pm Return to Jericho before sunset at 8:03pm (Aug 28)
Post-Trip Practice: If you wish to stay on the water near Jericho after sunset—for a short paddling or to practice capsize recoveries and rolling—you are welcome to do so. However, please note that Navigation Lights are mandatory for paddling after sunset. Safety Note: This is a self-guided group paddle; no motorboats or coach boats will be accompanying the trip.

2026 Season Dates & Schedule

We have four dates scheduled for the season. You are welcome to join us for just one or attend the whole series!

Date (Friday)	Arrival and setup	Paddle time	Sunset
May 29	6:30pm	7pm-9pm	9:06pm
June 26	6:30pm	7pm-9pm	9:22pm
July 24	6:30pm	7pm-9pm	9:03pm
Aug 28	** 5:30pm	** 6pm-8pm	8:03pm

** NOTE: The August 28 session starts one hour earlier to accommodate the earlier sunset at 8:03pm.

This event is open to active members of the UBCSC, and all participants must be Kayak I - Basic certified or above for the Kayak, or SUP certified for using the SUP.

Guest are welcome on double kayak with certified kayak member.

Toolbox Thursday (3 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (10 Sep 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (17 Sep 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Women* and Non-binary Sailing Social (19 Sep 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This Women's * Sailing social is a great way to meet other women* in the Club, hone up skills and learn new ones in a supportive and friendly environment. Women* will be paired up depending on skill level so more experienced sailors can share some of their skills and wisdom with more beginner level sailors.
There is no agenda for this afternoon and it will all be very informal. Day of, you can discuss what skills you would like refreshed or what new skills you'd like to try with your sailing partner. Please do register for the event and answer all the questions so we can get an idea of your current level and what you're interested in getting out of this evening.
*The term women" is inclusive of cis and trans women as well as non-binary folks.

Toolbox Thursday (24 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (1 Oct 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (8 Oct 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (15 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (22 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Toolbox Thursday (29 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT