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Canoeing summer camps

A fun and educational way to build paddling skills, led by Canoe Kayak Canada certified instructors, exploring the water off Jericho Beach.

Early bird from $350

Half-day canoe camps

Discover the joy of canoeing

Camps run Monday to Friday, mornings or afternoons. Add a sailing, beach sports or marine ecology half for a full day.

Kids waving from a canoe
Ages 7–14Levels 1–2Mornings 9–12Afternoons 1–4

Basic Canoeing

canoe camp: teamwork on the water

For kids who want to paddle. Crews learn strokes, steering, rescues and how to work together in a canoe.

By Friday: paddling a straight line as a crew and knowing what to do in a capsize.

Level 1 and 2.

Early bird $350 a week

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Ages 12–14Evenings 4:30–7:30

Canoe Expedition

Level 3: a paddling journey

For paddlers who've done Level 2. The crew plans and paddles a journey to a new destination.

By Friday: reading the water and leading their own canoe.

Level 3.

$360 a course

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Safety first

Fun on the water, with serious safety behind it

  • Certified instructors, trained in water safety, first aid and emergency procedures
  • Supervisors and managers on site to make sure safety rules are followed
  • Well-kept gear, including life jackets, wetsuits and boats
  • Quick access to professional rescue through the Jericho Rescue partnership
  • A safety briefing before every session

Questions

Good to know

Does my child need experience?

No. Many campers are brand new to the water. Programs are grouped by age and experience, and instruction is adapted so everyone progresses safely and confidently.

What should campers bring?

We supply life jackets and wetsuits where they're needed. Bring a jacket, a change of clothes, soft-soled shoes that can get wet, a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle, plus extra warm layers on cool or wet days. It can feel cool on the water even when it's sunny.

Are camps half days or full days?

Half-day camps run Monday to Friday, with a morning and an afternoon session to choose from. Book any morning and any afternoon in the same week for a full day, and save $65.

How do drop-off and pick-up work?

Come in through the main south gate by the parking lot and bike racks. On the first day, check in at the yellow tent just inside on your right. Pick-up is at the west gate on the waterfront side, at the northwest end of the centre.

Where can I park?

Jericho Sailing Centre has a pay parking lot with hourly parking, and a 15-minute stopping zone for quick drop-offs and pick-ups.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1 builds the fundamentals and confidence. Level 2 adds independence and skills. CANSail levels follow Sail Canada's progression and lead to certification.

What if the weather is bad?

Camps run rain or shine. When it isn't safe on the water, activities move on land. There are no refunds for weather.

What if we need to cancel?

Cancel at least 14 days before the camp starts for a refund less a $50 fee, or a credit for the full amount, valid for 2 years. Free changes to a similar camp up to 14 days ahead, if there's space. The full rules are on the Program Policies page.

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