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GRENADA
SKIP WINTER,
LEARN TO SAIL
It's not just your education, it's your vacation
Join us as we embark on an adventure of a lifetime. Earn your Sail Canada certifications, build miles and explore. This seven day voyage through Grenada and St. Vincent & the Grenadines will bring memories and new skills to last a lifetime.
Prices starting at:
$6279.39
per person
CAD tax incl.
5% shared cabin discount
Check out our options for additional pricing:
Book your sailing vacation today! Trip costs vary depending on advance booking and available vessels, so secure your spot early. For more details, contact us and we'll help plan your perfect getaway!
What's included?
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Private cabin aboard the latest sailboat models
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Hands-on training from a top Sail Canada instructor flown in for your course
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Learning materials and your Sail Canada logbook
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Official Sail Canada certifications
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Online zoom sessions pre-departure
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All meals aboard (alcohol and up to 3 meals ashore not included)
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Maximum 4 candidates per course
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Fees
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Instructor gratuity
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Beach BBQ (a sunset dinner in the Tobago Cays)
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Sea turtle snorkel at Baradal
When do we leave?
Our courses run Monday to Monday
Flights from Toronto Pearson International depart Sundays and Tuesdays and return Sundays and Tuesdays. We will cover group transfers from Maurice Bishop to the base in St.George's.​
Become a certified skipper
Our program is designed to get you certified as a skipper or crew. Qualify for your:
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Crew Competency
Basic Standard (day skipper)
Intermediate Standard (bareboat skipper)
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Sail Canada’s training system is recognized internationally by World Sailing and nationally by the Canadian Coast Guard. Student certification awarded by Sail Canada instructors is recognized throughout Canada and around the world, providing significant proof of sailing competency.
*there are some requirements to complete the Intermediate standard.​
Itinerary and Sailing Area
Our interactive Google map allows you to view the itinerary of crossings and destinations. Select the lines to see photos and videos from each passage and select the hearts to see photos and videos from each destination.
Watch our latest video showcasing our course in March 2024
Testimonials
“Happy Sailing’s Grenada course was a highlight of 2024. Evan and Ken started the ashore knowledge component well before we departed and all the planning and preparation set us up for success on the 46’ Dufour charter boat.
By the time we arrived in Grenada, all the students knew the trainers and our crew jelled quickly. Each day started with a sail briefing so we understood the skills to be developed and practiced. By starting the day early, and preparing meals ahead of time, we were able to focus on our sailing skills and work through the curriculum by mid-afternoon. This meant the rest of the day was fun social time and we had a chance to swim/snorkel, visit local towns, dine or whatever. Snorkeling at Sandy Island, Carriacou, and the BBQ dinner on the beach at Tobago Cays were just two of the memorable moments.
By the end of the course, we had all developed good seamanship skills, understood the boat systems and life aboard, and had begun to develop our navigation and sail planning skills. All of this was expertly guided and facilitated by Evan as Director, and Ken Bourne as Lead Instructor. I highly recommend this course. It was a peak learning experience for everyone involved.” - Stephen
Happy Sailing's live aboard course in Grenada was the perfect blend of fun and education. I gained so much knowledge and confidence about what is involved in chartering and sailing. Ken and Evan take care of all the details and are there to answer any questions that might pop up along the way, so you can focus on learning as you vacation. Highly reccomend this course if you are curious about sailing and have a thirst for adventure! - Hilary
I wholeheartedly recommend Happy Sailing to anyone interested in pursuing their sailing education. My experience sailing with Evan and Ken during a week-long trip from Grenada was nothing short of exceptional.
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Before setting sail, we engaged in ten weeks of thorough online instruction, which prepared us well for both our beginner and intermediate cruiser certifications. This structured approach allowed us to master the foundational material and focus on advancing our skills while aboard the sailing yacht chartered from Sunsail.
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Evan’s expertise and passion for teaching were evident throughout the course. He created an engaging and supportive learning environment, ensuring we felt confident and capable. Ken, as our captain, provided invaluable insights into navigating the beautiful waters of Grenada, enhancing our practical experience.
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The combination of comprehensive pre-sailing lessons and hands-on instruction made this journey not only educational but also thoroughly enjoyable. I left the course feeling accomplished and excited about my future in sailing.
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I highly recommend Happy Sailing to anyone looking to learn and gain sailing experience with a professional and fun sailing school. - Don Fraser, Class of Spring 2024
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Our Crew
Ken Bourne
Lead Instructor
I grew up in Atlantic Canada where I developed my passion for the Ocean. My first sailing experience was wind surfing about 25 years ago. When I moved to Ottawa, I began sailing Albacores, Lasers, Sharks and Hobie cats on the Ottawa river. I did my first charter in the BVIs and fell in love with larger cruising sailboats; the salt water was calling me back. I spent many winter vacations chartering, joining flotillas and sailing on the ocean. In 2019 I finally bought my own Cruising sailboat and sailed from Lake Ontario, down the East coast of Canada and the US to the Bahamas.
I currently spend my winters sailing in the south.
I have accumulated thousands of hours sailing in the Great lakes and have logged over 3500 nautical miles coastal cruising. When I retired, I decided I wanted to share my passion for sailing and became a certified instructor.
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Ken teaches:
Sail Canada: Basic Cruising, Intermediate Cruising and Catamaran Endorsement
ASA 101 – Basic Keelboat, 103 – Basic Coastal Cruising, 104 – Bareboat Cruising and 114 Cruising Catamaran
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Evan Logan
Instructor and School Director
My sailing journey began in 2012 when I watched a sailboat cruising along the horizon off the shores of Prince Edward County and thought how incredible life could be for a sailor. I longed for a sense of freedom and relying on my wits and my skill. Fast forward to 2021, I had been sailing in the Bay of Quinte for 9 years on my Catalina 25 and was ready for my next challenge. I embarked on a week long sail training course in the Sea of Cortez that changed my life. I wanted a school of my own, was ready for a bigger boat and was ready to begin my instructor training. We purchased a 2011 Bavaria 36 in Upstate NY in Lake Champlain, sailed her down to the Eerie Canal and brought her home across Lake Ontario. Meanwhile I had completed my Sail Canada instructor training and the rest is history! I believe anyone has what it takes to become a sailor at any point in their life. I am an example of that passion and I want to share that passion with you!
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Evan teaches:
Sail Canada: Basic Cruising, Start Keelboat Sailing and Introduction to Sailing