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Outdoor

Learn new skills and grow your knowledge for outdoor activities!

Our outdoor programs offers educational and skill-based courses as well as outdoor equipment and gear rental.

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Contact

Questions about outdoor programs at Vikes Recreation?

Email: vikesrec@uvic.ca

Location

Outdoor programs take place in various locations on the UVic campus and the city. Check program details for exact location. View map.

Love the outdoors?
We also have caving, climbing, sailing, scuba, snow, surfing and whitewater clubs if you are looking for more outside activities.

Schedule

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Programs

YOUTH WELCOME

Vikes Active Living outdoor program - Sailing Level 1 (Sep 23, 30 & Oct 7)

Sailing Level 1 (Sep 23, 30 & Oct 7)

$100

Lessons are taught by experienced student instructors in 2-person Collegiate Flying Juniors (FJs), which makes for a fun and social sailing experience. No prior experience is required, as you will learn everything you need to comfortably sail these types of boats. A safety boat is always out on the water with the class. Life vests are available to borrow at the compound.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • Dress for the weather: appropriate clothing should allow participants to be comfortable on the water for up to 3 hours. For warm days, wear sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a windbreaker if you get cold easily, etc. For cold days, wear layers or a wetsuit (if you have one), a windbreaker/rain jacket, etc. Wear shoes that can get wet. Bringing an extra shirt/ extra jacket and a towel is recommended.
  • The sailing club reserves the right to change lesson dates and times based on weather conditions and other important considerations.
  • A fourth date is included in the lesson set, this is a placeholder make-up date that will only be used if a lesson needs to be moved. This date can be changed as needed, so you can register for a lesson set even if you cannot make this fourth date.
  • Participants should be aware that falling in or capsizing are normal parts of dinghy sailing. The coaches will ensure all students know what to do in the event that someone falls overboard or a boat capsizes.

Class level: Beginner. Beginner friendly 😊.

Youth welcome: 16+ years

Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.

Instructor: UVic Race Team
Location: Cadboro Bay UVic Sailing Compound
Dates: September 23 – October 7
Program intervals: Runs 1 time(s) for 3 weeks each
Time: Monday at 4:00PM–7:00PM

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All prices valid as of September 1, 2024. All prices include GST.

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