Menu
Log in
Forgot password
Log in

Lessons Calendar

A few notes as you look for a course that suits your schedule:
- by switching to List View you can see at a glance how much room there is in each lesson
- you need to be an active club member to register for a course; be sure to complete the required steps for club membership a few days before you enrol in a course
- if all lessons fill up, we will do our best to add additional start dates; subscribe to our UBSea Newsletter for updates
- if a session is full for the dates you want, please register on its waitlist (at no cost); this way:

    • you get automatically registered if a spot opens up if someone de-registers from that session, and have a short 15 min window of opportunity to complete the registration by paying for it, before we offer that spot to people behind you on the waitlist
    • it helps us gauge interest and add more lessons as needed where able

All Lessons

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - May 24

    • 24 May 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Natasha May 27-29

    • 27 May 2022
    • 29 May 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Kayak May 28

    • 28 May 2022
    • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    This introduction to kayaking is meant for first timers or inexperienced paddlers. No previous experience is required! The lessons consist of dry land instruction prior to the on-water component and will teach you how to kayak safely, have lots of fun on the water and gain a better understanding of kayaking as a sport. 

    Theory

    • Introduction to the club facilities
    • Boat design and boat outfitting
    • Safety equipment, gear selection and clothing
    • Equipment care and maintenance

    Paddling skills

    • Transporting the kayak
    • Entering and exiting your kayak from beach/docks
    • Rudder usage
    • Forward and reverse paddling
    • Forward and reverse sweep strokes
    • Draw stroke

    Rescue and safety skills

    • Low brace
    • Wet exit (yes you will be getting wet)
    • Assisted rescue
    • Self rescue
    • Rafting

    Paddlers will gain experience in both single and double kayaks depending on group size. This pretty much covers the basic paddling of paddle Canada "Basic Kayak" even if no proper certification is delivered.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Cat Sailing 1 with Tom (May 28 - Jun 05)

    • 28 May 2022
    • 5 Jun 2022
    • 4 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    The Cat 1 course introduces members to multihull sailing on our Hobie 16s. Students learn the basics of sailing a catamaran while also being introduced to trapezing. The Hobie 16 makes for a fun introduction to catamaran sailing as it picks up good speed but is rather uncomplicated compared to our other catamarans.

    Show details

  • Quest Christening Regatta

    • 28 May 2022
    • 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Centre
    Register

    Join us on the water for the next race in our new Regatta series on May 28 at noon. This is a race for sailors, windsurfers, and kayakers at any skill level! It will feature pure excitement, fun awards, and a Christening ceremony for our brand new RS Quest fleet. We will also have a photographer shoot some epic footage from a motor boat.

    Meet us at 12:00pm for the pre-race on-land briefing at the picnic tables at Jericho Sailing Center, all newcomers will get a chance to become familiar with the rules of racing.

    Provided all Quests are crewed, the course will also be open to other boat classes. Windsurfers and kayaks are welcome to participate as well. Give the newest boats a run for their money. Break out your most aerodynamic attire and RSVP to help us with the logistics. Guests and members of other clubs are most welcome as well!

    With fellow ocean enthusiasts, good winds, and awards like “super soaker” for most capsizes, you won’t want to miss this race.


    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Florian - May 29

    • 29 May 2022
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Linda May 30-Jun 2

    • 30 May 2022
    • 2 Jun 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) May 30-Jun 5

    • 30 May 2022
    • 5 Jun 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 1
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - May 31

    • 31 May 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Florian - Jun 5

    • 5 Jun 2022
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit or suitable clothing
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing with Morgan (weekdays daytime) Jun 6-10

    • 6 Jun 2022
    • 10 Jun 2022
    • 4 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level.

    This class takes about 24 hours over 4 weekdays from 10am to 4pm. This scheduling offers the best likelihood of wind throughout the session and minimizes crowds in the compound and on the water.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Sailing (evenings+Saturday) Jun 6-11

    • 6 Jun 2022
    • 11 Jun 2022
    • 5 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is for sailors who have a good handle on the basics and would like to progress beyond our beginner sailboat fleet. Once competent on the Laser, with additional training one can progress further on our skiffs or catamarans.

    Prerequisites:

    • wetsuit
    • comfortable and competent taking a guest on a two-person skiff:
      • reading wind and tide indications and forecasts
      • knowing all basic names for parts of a two person skiff
      • tying basic knots: bowline, figure-8
      • ramp and beach handling, launching, landing, in up to 15 knots of wind
      • tacking, gybing, sail trim
      • knowing right of way rules

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Course content:

    • become competent on the Laser, the only single-handed sailboat in our fleet
    • improve your skills on the water on a more nimble and unstable boat: sail trim and body weight position for better performance, roll tack, rudderless steerage, how to move in no wind
    • learn sailboat racing basics, so that you can take part in the races hosted by Jericho on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons
      |

    Schedule: 18 hours over 5 sessions:

    • four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    • a 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday

    To pass the course:

    • you can rig, de-rig, and take good care of the equipment
    • you are in control at all times and do not endanger yourself or others, from launching to racing close to other boats to landing
    • you have a good sense of the weather and sea conditions for your skill level.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jun 6-Jun 12

    • 6 Jun 2022
    • 12 Jun 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - June 7

    • 7 Jun 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Kayak June 8 - 9

    • 8 Jun 2022
    • 9 Jun 2022
    • 2 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 1
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    This introduction to kayaking is meant for first timers or inexperienced paddlers. No previous experience is required! The lessons consist of dry land instruction prior to the on-water component and will teach you how to kayak safely, have lots of fun on the water and gain a better understanding of kayaking as a sport. 

    Theory

    • Introduction to the club facilities
    • Boat design and boat outfitting
    • Safety equipment, gear selection and clothing
    • Equipment care and maintenance

    Paddling skills

    • Transporting the kayak
    • Entering and exiting your kayak from beach/docks
    • Rudder usage
    • Forward and reverse paddling
    • Forward and reverse sweep strokes
    • Draw stroke

    Rescue and safety skills

    • Low brace
    • Wet exit (yes you will be getting wet)
    • Assisted rescue
    • Self rescue
    • Rafting

    Paddlers will gain experience in both single and double kayaks depending on group size. This pretty much covers the basic paddling of paddle Canada "Basic Kayak" even if no proper certification is delivered.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Natasha Jun 9 - 12

    • 9 Jun 2022
    • 12 Jun 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Florian - Jun 12

    • 12 Jun 2022
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jun 13-Jun 19

    • 13 Jun 2022
    • 19 Jun 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - June 14

    • 14 Jun 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Kayak June 15 - 16

    • 15 Jun 2022
    • 5:00 PM
    • 16 Jun 2022
    • 8:30 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 4
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    This introduction to kayaking is meant for first timers or inexperienced paddlers. No previous experience is required! The lessons consist of dry land instruction prior to the on-water component and will teach you how to kayak safely, have lots of fun on the water and gain a better understanding of kayaking as a sport. 

    Theory

    • Introduction to the club facilities
    • Boat design and boat outfitting
    • Safety equipment, gear selection and clothing
    • Equipment care and maintenance

    Paddling skills

    • Transporting the kayak
    • Entering and exiting your kayak from beach/docks
    • Rudder usage
    • Forward and reverse paddling
    • Forward and reverse sweep strokes
    • Draw stroke

    Rescue and safety skills

    • Low brace
    • Wet exit (yes you will be getting wet)
    • Assisted rescue
    • Self rescue
    • Rafting

    Paddlers will gain experience in both single and double kayaks depending on group size. This pretty much covers the basic paddling of paddle Canada "Basic Kayak" even if no proper certification is delivered.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Florian - Jun 19

    • 19 Jun 2022
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Linda Jun 20-23

    • 20 Jun 2022
    • 23 Jun 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jun 20-Jun 26

    • 20 Jun 2022
    • 26 Jun 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 3
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Sailing (evenings+Saturday) Jun 20-25

    • 20 Jun 2022
    • 25 Jun 2022
    • 5 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is for sailors who have a good handle on the basics and would like to progress beyond our beginner sailboat fleet. Once competent on the Laser, with additional training one can progress further on our skiffs or catamarans.

    Prerequisites:

    • wetsuit
    • comfortable and competent taking a guest on a two-person skiff:
      • reading wind and tide indications and forecasts
      • knowing all basic names for parts of a two person skiff
      • tying basic knots: bowline, figure-8
      • ramp and beach handling, launching, landing, in up to 15 knots of wind
      • tacking, gybing, sail trim
      • knowing right of way rules

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Course content:

    • become competent on the Laser, the only single-handed sailboat in our fleet
    • improve your skills on the water on a more nimble and unstable boat: sail trim and body weight position for better performance, roll tack, rudderless steerage, how to move in no wind
    • learn sailboat racing basics, so that you can take part in the races hosted by Jericho on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons
      |

    Schedule: 18 hours over 5 sessions:

    • four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    • a 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday

    To pass the course:

    • you can rig, de-rig, and take good care of the equipment
    • you are in control at all times and do not endanger yourself or others, from launching to racing close to other boats to landing
    • you have a good sense of the weather and sea conditions for your skill level.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - June 21

    • 21 Jun 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Natasha Jun 23 - 26

    • 23 Jun 2022
    • 26 Jun 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 4
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jun 27-Jul 3

    • 27 Jun 2022
    • 3 Jul 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 1
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) Orientation with Kelli - June 28

    • 28 Jun 2022
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    SUP Orientation ($30)

    Prerequisites:
    - wetsuit
    - ability to swim

    Stand-up paddleboarding (or SUPing) is a great balance practice, a core workout and a way to get on the water when the wind is too light for sailing.  SUP has gained huge popularity over the past decade. SUPers can participate in many events and paddle evenings at Jericho.

    This short and basic lesson aims to quickly grant you access to the gear. The lesson will cover: 

    • Launching and landing safely

    • Safe storage and care of equipment

    • Paddling and steering technique

    • Self-rescue

    • Safety precautions and obstacles when out on the water

    The class will involve a basic test where you launch and land your board safely and move from a specific point on the shore, out to one of the 5-knot buoys, and back to the exact spot where you started. To pass the course the instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner.

    • Show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay a safe distance from shore.

    • Know when the conditions are right for your skill level. 

    • Be able to self rescue back to shore at any point without assistance. 

    Having good balance and core strength will help you to do well in this course.  Experience in yoga, snowboarding, surfing or martial arts, and core strengthening exercises will all help (but are not requirements). 

    Lesson Hours: 1.5
    Show details

  • Beginner Windsurfing with Natasha Jul 3-5

    • 3 Jul 2022
    • 5 Jul 2022
    • 3 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 2
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    The aim of this class is to get you out on the water ASAP. Learn basic handling of equipment, self-rescue and the mechanics of moving across the water on a board. Get ready to get wet, swim, carry, launch and maneuver equipment in the water while you learn:

    • How to read conditions
    • Safety precautions and obstacles
    • Launch and land safely
    • Safe storage, selection, management and care of equipment
    • Uphauling and getting going
    • Steering, points of sail, right of way
    • Turning (tacking)
    • Self-rescue

    For you to pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to:

    • Take proper care of the equipment in a safe manner
    • Know club procedures and policies including beginner windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for beginner windsurfing, and signing out and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Read the wind and currents and be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
    • Safely launch and show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the 5kt zone at all times.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jul 4-10

    • 4 Jul 2022
    • 10 Jul 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Sailing (evenings+Saturday) Jul 4-9

    • 4 Jul 2022
    • 9 Jul 2022
    • 5 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is for sailors who have a good handle on the basics and would like to progress beyond our beginner sailboat fleet. Once competent on the Laser, with additional training one can progress further on our skiffs or catamarans.

    Prerequisites:

    • wetsuit
    • comfortable and competent taking a guest on a two-person skiff:
      • reading wind and tide indications and forecasts
      • knowing all basic names for parts of a two person skiff
      • tying basic knots: bowline, figure-8
      • ramp and beach handling, launching, landing, in up to 15 knots of wind
      • tacking, gybing, sail trim
      • knowing right of way rules

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Course content:

    • become competent on the Laser, the only single-handed sailboat in our fleet
    • improve your skills on the water on a more nimble and unstable boat: sail trim and body weight position for better performance, roll tack, rudderless steerage, how to move in no wind
    • learn sailboat racing basics, so that you can take part in the races hosted by Jericho on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons
      |

    Schedule: 18 hours over 5 sessions:

    • four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    • a 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday

    To pass the course:

    • you can rig, de-rig, and take good care of the equipment
    • you are in control at all times and do not endanger yourself or others, from launching to racing close to other boats to landing
    • you have a good sense of the weather and sea conditions for your skill level.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Windsurfing with Linda Jul 11-13

    • 11 Jul 2022
    • 13 Jul 2022
    • 2 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 5
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • 10 times on the water after completing beginner windsurfing
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Intermediate windsurfing lessons aim to help you sail faster, more efficiently, and to maneuver and turn confidently on the water. This course covers:

    • Gybe and (review of) tack.
    • Selecting appropriate windsurfing boards and sails for the conditions.
    • Club procedures and policies including intermediate windsurfing zone, maximum wind speeds for intermediate windsurfing, signing out, managing, and returning gear at Jericho.
    • Using the harness (saves your arms).
    • Beach start (helps prepare you to learn water starts).

    To pass the course, your instructor must feel confident in your ability to do the following:

    • Take proper care of the lighter and more delicate intermediate equipment in a safe manner.
    • Know right-of-way, show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the intermediate area (orange buoys).
    • Select appropriate gear for the conditions.
    • Be able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.

    For you to pass this course, your instructor must see that you can demonstrate all of the above and they must feel confident that you can safely launch and return to shore at Jericho.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jul 11-17

    • 11 Jul 2022
    • 17 Jul 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 5
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jul 18-24

    • 18 Jul 2022
    • 24 Jul 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Sailing (evenings+Saturday) Jul 18-23

    • 18 Jul 2022
    • 23 Jul 2022
    • 5 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is for sailors who have a good handle on the basics and would like to progress beyond our beginner sailboat fleet. Once competent on the Laser, with additional training one can progress further on our skiffs or catamarans.

    Prerequisites:

    • wetsuit
    • comfortable and competent taking a guest on a two-person skiff:
      • reading wind and tide indications and forecasts
      • knowing all basic names for parts of a two person skiff
      • tying basic knots: bowline, figure-8
      • ramp and beach handling, launching, landing, in up to 15 knots of wind
      • tacking, gybing, sail trim
      • knowing right of way rules

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Course content:

    • become competent on the Laser, the only single-handed sailboat in our fleet
    • improve your skills on the water on a more nimble and unstable boat: sail trim and body weight position for better performance, roll tack, rudderless steerage, how to move in no wind
    • learn sailboat racing basics, so that you can take part in the races hosted by Jericho on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons
      |

    Schedule: 18 hours over 5 sessions:

    • four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    • a 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday

    To pass the course:

    • you can rig, de-rig, and take good care of the equipment
    • you are in control at all times and do not endanger yourself or others, from launching to racing close to other boats to landing
    • you have a good sense of the weather and sea conditions for your skill level.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Jul 25-31

    • 25 Jul 2022
    • 31 Jul 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Aug 1-7

    • 1 Aug 2022
    • 7 Aug 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Intermediate Sailing (evenings+Saturday) Aug 1-6

    • 1 Aug 2022
    • 6 Aug 2022
    • 5 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is for sailors who have a good handle on the basics and would like to progress beyond our beginner sailboat fleet. Once competent on the Laser, with additional training one can progress further on our skiffs or catamarans.

    Prerequisites:

    • wetsuit
    • comfortable and competent taking a guest on a two-person skiff:
      • reading wind and tide indications and forecasts
      • knowing all basic names for parts of a two person skiff
      • tying basic knots: bowline, figure-8
      • ramp and beach handling, launching, landing, in up to 15 knots of wind
      • tacking, gybing, sail trim
      • knowing right of way rules

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    Course content:

    • become competent on the Laser, the only single-handed sailboat in our fleet
    • improve your skills on the water on a more nimble and unstable boat: sail trim and body weight position for better performance, roll tack, rudderless steerage, how to move in no wind
    • learn sailboat racing basics, so that you can take part in the races hosted by Jericho on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons
      |

    Schedule: 18 hours over 5 sessions:

    • four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
    • a 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday

    To pass the course:

    • you can rig, de-rig, and take good care of the equipment
    • you are in control at all times and do not endanger yourself or others, from launching to racing close to other boats to landing
    • you have a good sense of the weather and sea conditions for your skill level.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Aug 8-14

    • 8 Aug 2022
    • 14 Aug 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register

    Prerequisites:

    • registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the 2022-2023 season
    • able to swim
    • wetsuit

    Note: If this class is full, you are welcome to join our waitlist on this Signal app group.

    If you have never been on a boat before or you have, but are unsure of your skills, this is the place to start.  

    The aim of this class is to give you access to our double-handed beginner boat, the RS Quest.  The instructor will take you from basic theory to out on the water over the duration of this course.  It is meant to be a fun and exciting journey. 

    To successfully pass this course the instructor must feel confident in your abilities to take care of the equipment, not endangering yourself or others while out on the water and have a good sense of the wind conditions for your skill level. 

    This course takes about 24 hours over six sessions:
    - four 3-hour evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
    - two 6-hour sessions (10am to 4pm) on Saturday and Sunday.

    If you are unsure if this is the right class for you, feel free to contact our head instructor at headinstructor@ubcsailing.org.

    What should you wear? Please look at this page.

    Show details

  • Beginner Sailing (evenings+weekend) Aug 15-21

    • 15 Aug 2022
    • 21 Aug 2022
    • 6 sessions
    • Jericho Sailing Center
    • 6
    Register