Glenmore Sailing School
Glenmore Sailing School Sailing school
The Glenmore Sailing School is the largest sailing school in Canada. The Glenmore Reservoir is the only facility in Calgary for sailing, disabled sailing, dragon boat racing, rowing, canoeing and Kayaking.
Glenmore Reservoir typically opens to the public May 1, dependent on ice melt. See the site status tool for up-to-date schedules.
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Programs are taught to Sail Canada CANSail standards. Our sailing lessons involve a minimum one hour of theory and the balance on practical lessons in the water.
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Campers sail every day, weather permitting, and also take part in daily games, morning Flag Circle, a field trip, and the much-beloved tradition of Pirates Day.
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Lessons specifically designed for Junior High and High School classes.
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Small single and double-occupancy sailboats (420s, Lazers, and Optis) or a 22-foot sloop-rigged Catalina day cruiser for groups of up to six adults.
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Rent a three-person canoe, a single or double kayak at the Glenmore Boat Patrol office. Personal flotation devices and paddle(s) are provided.
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