Basic Cruising-----Registration----- NOW OPEN ----- BASIC CRUISING-----June 6/7 & 13/14-----OR-----June 23-26-----CLICK FOR MORE INFO.
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Basic Cruising-----Registration----- NOW OPEN ----- BASIC CRUISING-----June 6/7 & 13/14-----OR-----June 23-26-----CLICK FOR MORE INFO. 〰️
Catch the Wind, Chase Your Dreams
Your journey towards memorable sailing adventures begins!
I am passionate about bringing people together to share the joy of being on the water and to explore the beauty of nature from a unique perspective.
While having fun and learning the skills of sailing you may not notice that you are also gaining confidence, improving your risk assessment, value judgement, and communication skills.
Nipissing Sailing Academy is a Transport Canada approved recreational boating school registered with Ontario Sailing and Sail Canada. Certifications are internationally recognized.
Come Sail Away and see where the adventure leads! I look forward to welcoming you aboard Mer Amour my Bristol 29.9 cruising sailboat.
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Rob
Explore our Sailing Courses
Sail Canada Basic Cruising Course (28 hours) add PCOC
$850
Objective: Little or no experience required
To be able to cruise safely in familiar waters as both skipper and crew of a sloop rigged keelboat of 6 to 10 meters with an outboard or inboard motor in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. The focus of this standard is on the development of basic sailing and seamanship skills as well the knowledge needed to make the decisions expected of a skipper. CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Introduction to Sailing (3 hours)
$155
Objective: No experience required (not suitable for children under 12 years old)
Enjoy a morning, afternoon or evening sail on beautiful Lake Nipissing. You will have the opportunity to experience the joys of sailing as your skipper shows you the ropes while preparing to leave the dock, while underway, and when returning to dock. CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION.
LET’S GO SAILING! PICK YOUR COURSE DATE AND TIME BELOW
Check Course Availability
Please fill out the form. Course availability is not guaranteed, priority is given by registration date and deposit.
We will reply within 24-48 hours.
Basic Cruising Sessions: 9:30 to 4:30
2026 Dates
Weekend (four days over two weekends) Saturday and Sunday June 6/7 and 13/14
4 3 1 spot available
Weekday (four consecutive days) Tuesday to Friday June 23, 24, 25, 26
4 spots available
2025
Weekday (four consecutive days) Tuesday to Friday June 24, 25, 26, 27
COMPLETED
Weekend (four days over two weekends) Saturday and Sunday June 21/22 and 28/29
COMPLETED
Weekday (four consecutive days)
Thursday to Sunday August 14, 15, 16, 17
COMPLETED
Introduction to Sailing (3 hours)
2026 June to August Sailings:
Custom Trips available
Mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Afternoons 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Evenings 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
(Maximum 4 crew)
Please select a Sailing option from the drop down menu and enter your date, plus an alternate date, in the message block of the contact form. I will confirm availability or offer an alternate date.
Testimonials
“Had a fantastic sailing introduction with Rob. It is a must have experience on the bucket list. Highly recommend!”
— Nirupama B.“Thanks to a great instructor Rob and a very informative course, I now know way more than the symbol for kelp. Since the course I am enjoying sailing with confidence and loving every minute of it! Highly recommend Nipissing Sailing Academy.”
— Scott A.”Rob is an excellent instructor and lots of fun. Even though I have been sailing for years, I learned a lot. He is very knowledgeable with real-life experiences to add meaning to the lessons. He is also sensitive to the challenges of being a student. Highly recommend!
— Joanne M. 
