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Sailing lessons in Victoria

3 places researched7 bookable now

Reading wind and water, with a certification ladder that gives it shape. A taster gets you on the water; a Sail Canada-recognised course is what teaches you to sail. In Victoria, what's listed is mostly courses and memberships rather than single classes. Every studio below has been checked against its own website this month. Community notes come from local discussion, kept separate from provider facts.

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Big Blue SailingBig Blue Sailing / Google
Best for beginners
Big Blue Sailing
· 5 78

Takes complete beginners.

Blackfish Sailing AdventuresBlackfish Sailing Adventures / Google
Lowest comparable price
Blackfish Sailing Adventures
· 5 25

Cheapest of the options we could compare.

Royal Victoria Yacht ClubRoyal Victoria Yacht Club / Google
Best for going deeper
Royal Victoria Yacht Club
· 4.4 246

For committing beyond a first session.

All 3 sailing lessons in Victoria

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Big Blue Sailing logo
Big Blue Sailing
North Saanich · 5 (78)
Start Keelboat Standard with PCOC (Weekend Format)
Price on request
BeginnerMaterials included
Weekend sailing lessons (2-3 days). Meals and sailing gear included in package.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
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Big Blue Sailing
North Saanich · 5 (78)
Basic Cruising Standard with PCOC (Weekend Format)
Price on request
BeginnerMaterials included
Weekend sailing lessons (2-3 days). Custom packages for extended training available. Meals and gear included.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
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Big Blue Sailing
North Saanich · 5 (78)
Basic Cruise/Crew Standard (Liveaboard Format)
Price on request
BeginnerMaterials included
Liveaboard sailing lessons (5 days). Meals and sailing gear provided. Participants bring personal items and sleeping bag.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
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Blackfish Sailing Adventures
North Saanich · 5 (25)
One Day Introduction to Sailing
Price on request
BeginnerTry once
One-day introduction course for beginners.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
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Blackfish Sailing Adventures
North Saanich · 5 (25)
Two Day Competent Crew Course
Price on request
Beginner
Two-day course for beginner to intermediate sailors.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
Adult CANSail Basic (Ages 18+)
Price on request
Beginner
4 weeks. Classes on Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00-9:00 PM. Fundamental sailing skills taught in Club 420 dinghies.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13
Intro to Keelboating (Ages 18+)
Price on request
Beginner
4 weeks. Classes on Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00 PM. Introduction to keelboat sailing in Martin 242 fleet.
View & book →Checked 2026-08-13

Sailing in Victoria — common questions

Which places let you try once?

1 of 3 run a one-off or drop-in session, so you can try sailing without committing to a course: Blackfish Sailing Adventures.

Do you need to bring anything?

Not to start. 1 of the places listed include materials or equipment in the price of a beginner session, so you can turn up empty-handed.

Can you do sailing on a weekday evening?

Yes — 1 list evening sessions. Check the schedule note on each card below, since exact nights shift term to term.

Prices and schedules move. If we have it wrong, we want to know.

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