SNSYC Racing Programs

Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club [email protected] 250-656-4600

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OPTI Learn-To-Race

Age: 6-11

Prerequisite: CANSail 1 required. Sailors under 100 lbs & 64 in recommended for the OPTI Sailboat

Sessions: Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for 1 week

*The last day of this program will be a regatta! The whole day will be spent on the water!*


Perfect for young sailors who are ready to enter the world of competitive sailing. Through a mix of drills, lessons, and practice races, sailors learn the rules of racing, how to navigate a course, and key strategies for fast starts and quick mark roundings. This course is the perfect introduction to the thrill of racing and a look at what being part of the Opti Race Team is all about!


*Minimum 6 participants required for this program to run*

SESSION 1 - OPTI LTR

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must be born on or before August 24, 2020
420 Learn-To-Race

Age: 12-18

Prerequisite: CANSail 1 required

Sessions: Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for 1 week

*The last day of this program will be a regatta! The whole day will be spent on the water!*


Designed for sailors who have completed CANSail 1 and are ready to compete. Sailing with a partner, sailors learn essential racing concepts through a mix of fun drills, tactical lessons, and practice races. The course focuses on the rules of racing, executing fast starts, and mark roundings. This is the ideal stepping stone for those interested in joining the 420 Race Team!


*Minimum 8 participants required for this program to run*

$475.00
plus GST
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SESSION 1 - 420 LTR

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must be born on or before August 24, 2014
LASER Learn-To-Race

Age: 14-18

Prerequisite: CANSail 2 required. Sailors over 115 lbs recommended for the LASER Sailboat.

Sessions: Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for 1 week

*The last day of this program will be a regatta! The whole day will be spent on the water!*


Designed for the independent sailor ready to transition into the world of competitive sailing. This course focuses on the fundamentals of racing for solo sailors, covering racecourse navigation, basic rules, and strategies for fast starts and mark roundings. Through tactical drills and practice races, sailors build the confidence to compete, providing the perfect stepping stone for joining the Race Team!


*Minimum 3 participants required for this program to run*

$475.00
plus GST
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SESSION 1 - LASER LTR

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must be born on or before August 24, 2012
ADULT Learn-To-Race

Age: 16+ or 12+ with a parent/guardian in the class

Prerequisite: CANSail 1 required

Sessions: Once a week for 4 weeks, 3 hours per session


This intermediate course is for sailors ready to trade casual sailing for the thrill of racing. You’ll learn race tactics & starts, and the rules of racing. Working in 420 or Laser sailboats, you'll sharpen your decision-making and boat handling on the race course. A great introduction to racing for our Spring and Summer dinghy racing series!


*Minimum 6 participants required for this program to run*

$225.00
plus GST
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JUNE 2026

Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

8 left  (waitlist available)
must be born on or before June 06, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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JULY 2026

Mondays from 6:00pm-9:00pm

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must be born on or before July 06, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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AUGUST 2026

Mondays from 5:30pm-8:30pm

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must be born on or before August 10, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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SEPTEMBER 2026

Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before September 05, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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OCTOBER 2026

Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before October 03, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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NOVEMBER 2026

Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before October 31, 2014
Dinghy Racing

Age: 6+

Prerequisite: CANSail 1 or equivalent experience required

Sessions: Wednesday evenings from May to September


This is a competitive, non-instructional racing series for all sailors who want to develop their skills through frequent, organized racing. Focus is on getting the most amount of races in a lively and supportive environment. There is no formal instruction; sailors must be able to rig their own boats and sail upwind/downwind. The program runs a series of races, offering sailors the chance to refine their tactics, starting technique, and boat speed against a competitive fleet. Sailors can participate in their choice of the following dinghies: Optimist, ILCA 6 (Radial), ILCA 7 (Full), 420, or FJ.


*Minimum 6 participants and/or 3 boats required for a race to run*


Race Day Schedule:

5:00 pm - Gear pickup from JR Room

5:15 pm - All boats must be launched off the dock

5:30 pm - First race Start

8:00 pm - No races to be started

(subject to change with daylight)


Scoring

The RYA Portsmouth Handicap system will be used to ensure fair racing for all types of boats. Each race will have individual results posted, as well as the monthly series results.


Results, Sailing Instructions, Notice of Race, and more information can be found on the SNSYC website. Check it out here -> https://sidneynorthsaanichyachtclub.wildapricot.org/Dinghy-Racing/

$20.00
plus GST
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JUNE Series - Race Day 4

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$20.00
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JULY Series - Race Day 1

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JULY Series - Race Day 2

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JULY Series - Race Day 3

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JULY Series - Race Day 4

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JULY Series - Race Day 5

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AUGUST Series - Race Day 1

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AUGUST Series - Race Day 2

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AUGUST Series - Race Day 3

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AUGUST Series - Race Day 4

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AUGUST Series - Race Day 5

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SEPTEMBER Series - Race Day 1

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SEPTEMBER Series - Race Day 2

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SEPTEMBER Series - Race Day 3

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SEPTEMBER Series - Race Day 4

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OPTI Race Team

Age: 6-11

Prerequisite: CANSail 2 required

Sessions: 4-hour sessions, once a week, year-round


For competitive sailors looking to push their limits, our year-round program offers high-performance coaching, advanced tactical training, and the opportunity to represent the club at regional and provincial regattas. This is the premier environment for athletes aiming to achieve their CANSail 5 and 6 certifications while mastering the fine details of boat speed, strategy, and sportsmanship.


Sailors and parents/guardians are expected to join the team on the Heja App for communication, information, and schedule updates. The link will be sent by email upon registration.


*Minimum 4 participants required for this program to run*

$155.00
plus GST
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JUNE 2026

Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm

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must be born on or before June 01, 2020
$225.00
plus GST
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JULY 2026

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

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must be born on or before June 29, 2020
$225.00
plus GST
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AUGUST 2026

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

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must be born on or before August 01, 2020
$225.00
plus GST
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SEPTEMBER 2026

Tuesdays from 4:30pm-7:30pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before September 01, 2020
$225.00
plus GST
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OCTOBER 2026

Tuesdays from 4:30pm-7:30pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before October 01, 2020
$225.00
plus GST
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NOVEMBER 2026

Tuesdays from 4:30pm-7:30pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before November 01, 2020
$160.00
plus GST
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DECEMBER 2026

Tuesdays from 4:30pm-7:30pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm (2 week break for Winter Break)

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must be born on or before December 01, 2020
420 Race Team

Age: 12+

Prerequisite: CANSail 2 required

Sessions: 3-hour sessions, twice a week, year-round


For competitive sailors looking to push their limits, our year-round program offers high-performance coaching, advanced tactical training, and the opportunity to represent the club at regional and provincial regattas. This is the premier environment for athletes aiming to achieve their CANSail 5 and 6 certifications while mastering the fine details of boat speed, strategy, and sportsmanship.


Sailors and parents/guardians are expected to join the team on the Heja App for communication, information, and schedule updates. The link will be sent by email upon registration.


*Minimum 6 participants required for this program to run*

$225.00
plus GST
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JUNE 2026

Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

8 left  (waitlist available)
must be born on or before June 01, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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JULY 2026

Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm

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must be born on or before July 01, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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AUGUST 2026

Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm

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must be born on or before August 01, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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SEPTEMBER 2026

Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before September 01, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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OCTOBER 2026

Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before October 01, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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NOVEMBER 2026

Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm

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must be born on or before November 01, 2014
$160.00
plus GST
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DECEMBER 2026

Wednesdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:30am-12:30pm (2 week break for Winter Break)

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must be born on or before December 01, 2014
Keelboat Race Team

Age: 12+

Prerequisite: CANSail 2 required. No Keelboat experience needed.

Sessions: Sundays from 9:45 am-3:45 pm for 4 weeks


Designed for sailors who want to transition their skills to a larger, more stable sailboat. The focus is on crew coordination, spinnaker handling, and advanced race strategy. Sailors will develop high-level teamwork and communication skills while executing complex maneuvers under pressure. As part of the team, you will participate in weekly club racing at SNSYC, with additional opportunities to compete in local and regional keelboat regattas!


Sailors and parents/guardians are expected to join the team on the Heja App for communication, information, and schedule updates. The link will be sent by email upon registration.


*Minimum 2 participants required for this program to run*

$225.00
plus GST
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JUNE 2026

4 left  (waitlist available)
must be born on or before June 07, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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JULY 2026

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must be born on or before July 05, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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AUGUST 2026

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must be born on or before August 02, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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SEPTEMBER 2026

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must be born on or before September 06, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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OCTOBER 2026

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must be born on or before October 04, 2014
$225.00
plus GST
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NOVEMBER 2026

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must be born on or before November 01, 2014
$165.00
plus GST
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DECEMBER 2026

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must be born on or before December 05, 2014
Regatta Coaching Fee

This fee secures coaching support for sailors attending regattas. It is separate from the event's registration fee and is required for each sailor attending a regatta. The Coaching Fee covers the costs associated with attending regattas, including:


  • Coach expenses: Coach's daily rate, travel, and accommodation for the duration of the event.
  • Coach Boat: Maintenance, fuel, and trailering of the coach boat.
  • Trailer Towing: Transport costs (fuel and/or ferry costs) of getting the trailers to and from regattas


Fee Structure: Cost will vary per regatta. This cost is divided equally among the sailors attending the regatta.

*A minimum of 2 boats is required to attend a regatta*

FROZEN ASSETS 2026

Hali, Eli, Daniel, Fynn, Eithan, Calla

Breakdown:

  • Coaching Fees = $480

6 sailors total = $80 per sailor

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KITTEN CUP 2026

Eli, Fynn, Faith, Emily, Aaron, Daniel

Breakdown:

  • Trailers = $1,169
  • Coaching Fees = $360
  • Expenses = $100.85

6 sailors total = $270 per sailor

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SPRING DINGHIES 2026

Eli, Fynn, Emily, Daniel, Aaron, Ella, Leon, Piper, Lily

Breakdown:

  • Coaching Fees (2 coaches) = $760

9 sailors total = $84 per sailor

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SAIL WEST / WAVES 2026

Eli, Fynn, Emily, Daniel, Aaron, Eithan, Leon, Piper, Lily

Breakdown:

  • Coaching Fees = $360
  • Trailer = $
  • Expenses = $

9 sailors total = $ per sailor


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