National Yacht Club
Intermediate Cruising Education
for Your Members
Partnership Proposal — 2026 Season
National Yacht Club
A partnership proposal to bring Sail Canada certified liveaboard cruising courses to National Yacht Club — based in Prince Edward County.
Sail Canada certified cruising school — liveaboard education in two of the best sailing grounds in the Americas.
Based in Prince Edward County (PEC) — the heart of eastern Lake Ontario's cruising waters. Our students learn through multi-day liveaboard passages: island hopping, sheltered coves, and waterfront villages.
We also run courses in The Exumas, Bahamas — giving students the option to learn in the Caribbean at a fraction of the usual cost. Every course is capped at 4 students for truly hands-on instruction, from Basic Cruising all the way through Advanced.
Most clubs offer strong beginner programs — but intermediate cruising education remains underserved across Lake Ontario.
A partnership with Happy Sailing adds variety and depth to your educational offering — filling a gap that's difficult to deliver in-house.
We'd love to understand your membership goals, what you're hearing from members, and where they want to grow. This presentation is a starting point — we want to build something that fits your club's specific needs.
Condé Nast Traveler named PEC a top destination in North America for 2026 — and featured Happy Sailing in the article. Variable conditions, island hopping, sheltered coves, and charming waterfront villages.
Happy Sailing operates as an extension of your club's educational program, serving as your satellite campus in Prince Edward County.
A complete progression from first-time cruiser through advanced offshore — every course Sail Canada certified.
4-day keelboat course — sail trim, tacking, docking, and navigation fundamentals. The foundation that prepares members for intermediate cruising.
Sail Canada Basic Cruising · 4 days · Max 46 days / 5 nights liveaboard. Multi-day passages through eastern Lake Ontario — island hopping, anchoring, and real cruising in variable conditions.
Sail Canada Intermediate Cruising · 6 days · Max 4Build sea miles and confidence after your Intermediate certification. Practical cruising with experienced instructors — ideal preparation for Advanced Cruising.
Confidence & sea time · Ontario or BahamasFor experienced sailors ready for the next level. Advanced passage planning, weather routing, night sailing, and complex pilotage.
Sail Canada Advanced Cruising · Max 4Members pay the standard published rate. The club earns a percentage on every booking that comes through the partnership.
| Program | Duration | Course Rate | Club Commission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Cruising | 4 days | $1,250 + tax | 15% |
| Intermediate Cruising | 6 days / 5 nights | $2,500 + tax | 15% |
| Mileage Builder | Varies | From $3,700 incl. tax | 10% |
| Advanced Cruising | TBD | TBD | 15% |
| 7-Day Skipper (Bahamas) | 7 days | From $3,700 incl. tax | 10% |
No upfront investment. No operational overhead. The club earns a commission on every enrolment with zero financial exposure.
Members pay the standard published rate. The club earns a percentage on every booking that comes through the partnership.
Real skills, recognized credentials, and experiences that keep members engaged with the club for years.
Members develop skills to plan and execute multi-day passages — independently chartering, cruising Lake Ontario, or joining club events.
Prince Edward County is a sailing destination in itself — islands, variable conditions, sheltered coves, and waterfront villages. Education and vacation in one trip.
Sail Canada credentials are recognized worldwide. Your members can charter in the Caribbean, the Mediterranean via ICC equivalency, and beyond.
Members get access to a vetted, club-endorsed cruising school — the confidence of knowing the program has been reviewed and recommended by their own club.
Liveaboard cruising education at a fraction of Caribbean course costs. Same quality training without the international travel expense.
From Basic to Intermediate to Advanced Cruising, plus mileage builders and ongoing support — a complete development pathway for every member.
A sailing partnership that strengthens every dimension of your club — from recruitment to retention.
Position NYC as the only Toronto-area club with a dedicated liveaboard cruising program in eastern Lake Ontario.
Prospective members choosing between clubs see a tangible benefit: access to a club-endorsed, Sail Canada certified liveaboard program.
Members who learn to cruise together form deeper connections with the club. Shared multi-day experiences create lasting bonds.
Graduates become more active — chartering, racing, joining cruise-outs, pursuing Advanced Cruising. Confident sailors are engaged sailors.
A partnership that extends both brands — your club reaches eastern Ontario, and Happy Sailing reaches your membership base in the GTA.
Six reasons this partnership works for your club and your members.
Our instructors hold Sail Canada certifications. Your members receive nationally recognized credentials — not informal coaching.
We focus on multi-day liveaboard cruising education. Real passages, real conditions — experience your members can't get from classroom courses.
Ontario in summer, Bahamas in winter. Year-round access to cruising education across two distinct and rewarding sailing grounds.
No upfront fees. No capital investment. No operational burden. Revenue sharing means the club earns from day one with zero financial exposure.
Condé Nast Traveler named PEC a top destination in North America for 2026 — and featured Happy Sailing in the article. Your members get access to cruising waters that city clubs can't easily reach.
Our courses are learn-to-sail vacations. Members return certified and refreshed — having explored one of Ontario's most beautiful sailing regions.
We'd love to build something that fits your club's priorities. Here's a roadmap to get started.
Understand your club's goals, member interests, and what you'd like to see
Finalize partnership terms and co-branding approach
Lock in the 2026 calendar and member communication plan
Co-branded promotion to members by Spring 2026
NYC members on the water in Prince Edward County