Learn to sail!

Surprisingly easy, refreshingly affordable, and unbelievably fun!

No Experience Required.

Sail into fun—relax, explore, and enjoy the ride.

Surprisingly Affordable!

Our sail share program offers the benefits of sailing without the cost of ownership.

Looking For A Challenge?

We offer advanced cruising and racing programs to get your adrenaline pumping.

SAIL ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!

From training to arranging trips, we can help with all your sailing vacation needs.

Enjoy two introductory sailing club memberships, a $680 value, and MORE with our Basic Cruising course.

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Make Your Dream a Reality.  My goal is…

I’m New to Sailing

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Get Back into Sailing

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Self-Study / Online Learning

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I Want To Go On a Sailing Vacation

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I Want To Charter a Boat

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Learn To Sail Keelboats

Learn to Sail Keelboats and Cruising Boats.

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Sail Share Membership

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Sail without owning a boat. Whether you’re new to sailing, looking to meet fellow sailors, wanting to build your skills, or simply enjoy time on the water, you’re in the right place.

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Learn To Sail Dinghies

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Learn to Sail Dinghies and Small Boats on the Ottawa River.

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Sailing for Life – Next Steps!

Sailing for Life Pathway

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Saturday February 14th, 2026

💘 HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! 💘

To the loved ones who cheer us on, hold down the fort, and support our time on the water — thank you. ⛵️

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💘 HAPPY VALENTINE
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Thursday February 12th, 2026

👉 ANSWER: The Spinnaker!

The spinnaker is used when the wind is coming from behind the vessel — perfect for downwind sailing. 🌬️⬇️

Meanwhile, the main and the jib can be used for all points of sail, making them your go-to sails in most conditions.

Bonus refresher: the mast is the vertical pole the sails are affixed to. ⛵️📍

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👉 ANSWER: The Spi
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Sunday February 8th, 2026

LEARN TO SAIL THIS SUMMER! ☀️⛵️

Why watch from the dock when you could be on the water? 🌊

We’ll help you become a confident keelboat skipper — from fundamentals to certification. Then it’s all about enjoying local waterways, anchoring when you feel like catching some sun, and spending your summer where you want to be: on the water.

✅ Small class sizes for personalized instruction and maximum hands-on time.
✅ All safety gear provided — just bring your sense of adventure!
✅ Written exam, logbook, and certification included.
✅ Optional PCOC (Boating Card) add-on at no extra cost.

⭐️ PLUS! ⭐️ Enjoy COMPLIMENTARY introductory memberships at Nepean Sailing Club and Britannia Yacht Club — a $680 value! 🤩

⭐️ LIMITED-TIME BONUS ⭐️ Register before March 1, 2026 and receive a FREE Sail Theory Classroom Course to help jump start your learning — a $190 value! 🤯
This is your summer to learn to sail — and step into the skipper’s role with confidence.

COURSES START AS EARLY AS MAY! 🌷 REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!
www.advantageboating.com/home-2/…

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Thursday February 5th, 2026

ISLAND HOPPING IN GREECE? 🇬🇷 YES PLEASE! 🏝️⛵️

Join us for 15 incredible days exploring sun-soaked islands, charming harbours, and hidden coves in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. ☀️🌊

Guided by expert flotilla leaders, you’ll enjoy breathtaking anchorages, authentic tavernas, and memories that’ll last a lifetime. ⚓️

✨ Perfect for certified sailors who want the chance to be skipper of record, while still enjoying the confidence and camaraderie of sailing in a supportive flotilla. You lead your boat; we’ve got the planning, local knowledge, and backup covered.

🇬🇷 Greece 2026 Flotilla.
🗓️ September 5-19, 2026 (15 days and 14 nights on board).
✨ €2,105 Euros per person.

Complete the registration form on our website and email to info@advantageboating.com to claim your spot! 👉www.advantageboating.com/wp-content/…

YOUR HOSTED FLOTILLA THROUGH THE DODECANESE ISLANDS AWAITS! 🇬🇷🏝️⛵️

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ISLAND HOPPING IN GR
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Sunday February 1st, 2026

GET READY FOR SAILING SEASON — FROM HOME! ⛵️💻

Make the most of the off-season and join this week’s VHF Radio License Zoom Course to get certified before you hit the water this spring. 🌊🌷

Why is VHF Radio Certification important? 🤔
Because when you’re out on the water, communication can save lives. A VHF radio is your direct line for weather updates, navigation information, and emergencies — and in Canada, every operator must be certified to use one.

🎙️VHF Radio License - ZOOM.
🗓️ February 5,6 & 9 (exam) - 6:30 PM start.
✨ $195.00 + HST.

SPOTS ARE LIMITED. SIGN UP ONLINE TODAY! 👉 www.advantageboating.com/home-2/…

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“The Basic Cruising Course surpassed our expectations. Two weekends of stimulating challenge…We love sailing!”

– D. Pellerin, Ottawa

“Joining the Sail Share program was a fantastic experience… an excellent way for us to perfect our skills… we made a lot of friends and had a blast!”

– Liliane Keryluk, Ottawa

“Our Instructor demonstrated great leadership, a good nature, lots of patience and a great sense of humour, qualities that made the course relaxing.”

– D. Cole, Ottawa

“Thank you Advantage Boating for providing me with a wealth of theory and practical knowledge, but more importantly, for providing me with the confidence to sail safely.”

– G. Ward, Nepean

“The courses offered through Advantage Boating have been the difference between sailing and sailing with skill.”

– C. Marks, Ottawa

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