This course is a prerequisite for instructors of all levels. This course will remain valid for 5 years. It covers the basics of safe coach boat operating, including: equipment, maneuvering, setting marks, and rescues. This course will include a theory lesson as well as on-water practice. The course theory will be presented virtually on the evening May 10th.

The in-person portion of this course will take place at the Dartmouth Yacht Club the weekend of May 13-14 from 9am to 5pm.

Course resources and details will be shared to the candidate's preferred email provided during registration. Any questions or concerns can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

A great opportunity to Team Race in 420s, shake off some rust, and have a lot of fun! All instructors and coaches are welcome, and it is a great opportunity to tune up your sailing, meet coaches from other clubs, and learn more about team racing. Attendees can have their sailing skills assessed to challenge their level.

To be held at the Hubbards Sailing Club on May 27-28, 2023.

Details will be shared to the preferred email provided during registration. Any questions or concerns can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

For all NEW Instructors. This weekend is a way to shake off the rust, and refresh your sailing skills prior to attending spring instructor clinics. You'll be team racing, learning important communication skills, and networking with other coaches (former, current, and aspiring) and sailors who just plain love team racing! All candidates must attend the weekend. If you cannot attend because you live out of the province, have an exam or important family commitment you must inform techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

This event will take place at the Hubbards Sailing Club on May 27-28, 2023.

Details will be shared to the preferred email provided during registration. Any questions or concerns can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

This Clinic, also know as the 1&2 Instructor Course, is for those instructors who wish to teach sailors at the CANSail 1&2 levels. It includes land and water based sessions to cover both technical and practical coaching skills. Prior to signing up please review the pre-requisites which you can find on this page: https://www.sailnovascotia.ca/sail-training/instructor-courses/.

The course will be held at the Waegwoltic Club in Halifax over two consecutive weekends: June 17-18 & 24-25, 2023.

Clinic resources and details will be shared to the candidate's preferred email provided during registration. Be sure to check you inbox (including your junk mail) to learn more and confirm you attendance. Questions can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

This Clinic, also know as the 3&4 Instructor Course, is for those instructors who wish to teach sailors at the CANSail 3&4 levels. It includes land and water based sessions to cover both technical and practical coaching skills. Prior to signing up please review the pre-requisites which you can find on this page: https://www.sailnovascotia.ca/sail-training/instructor-courses/.

The clinic will be held at the St. Margaret Sailing Club over two consecutive weekends: June 3-4 & 10-11, 2023.

Clinic resources and details will be shared to the candidate's preferred email provided during registration. Be sure to check you inbox (including your junk mail) to learn more and confirm you attendance. Questions can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.

This Clinic, also know as the 5&6 Instructor Course, is for those instructors who wish to teach sailors at the CANSail 5&6 levels. It includes land and water based sessions to cover both technical and practical coaching skills, with a focus on coaching competitive athletes. Prior to signing up please review the pre-requisites which you can find on this page: https://www.sailnovascotia.ca/sail-training/instructor-courses/.

The course will be held at the Hubbards Sailing Club over two consecutive weekends: May 20-21 and 27-28, 2023.

Clinic resources and details will be shared to the candidate's preferred email provided during registration. Be sure to check you inbox (including your junk mail) to learn more and confirm you attendance. Questions can be directed to techdirector@sailnovascotia.ca.