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Focus
Adventure (multi) -
Cost
$25 to $250/night -
Main language
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Ages (Gender)
13 to 18 (Coed) -
Capacity
1 to 18
We are a youth leadership program set aboard a Tall Ship, voyaging around Ontario and the Great Lakes. 13-18 year old trainees join our ship to learn practical sailing skills and teamwork, see beautiful nature, and have an adventure! Our sailing voyages are exciting, challenging, memorable, and fun, with a strong focus on teens teaching other teens.
- Special needs: Not available
- LGBTQ+ friendly community
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We give young people authentic leadership opportunities by trusting them with real responsibilities and chances to learn from peer role models, in a real marine working environment - which makes our adventures especially exciting.
Brigs Youth Sail Training currently has 1 program available.
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Ages: 13 - 18Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity) , Sailing/Marine Skills
$2,750Port Elgin, ON
132 Elgin StreetJun 29-Jul 10 $1 - $2,750 Tobermory, ON
Tobermory Tobermory Ontario CanadaJul 13-23 $0 Port Elgin, ON
132 Elgin StreetJul 27-Aug 07 $1 - $2,750 Collingwood, ON
Harbour Street WestAug 10-14 $1 - $1,000 Tobermory, ON
Tobermory Tobermory Ontario CanadaAug 16-26 $0 Collingwood, ON
Harbour Street WestAug 28-Sep 06 $1 - $2,250
Registration Details
Register online through our website! Deposit options are available. Spaces are limited, so early registration is a good idea, although we will accept registrations right up until voyage departure if space is available.
Bursary support is available for a range of incomes.
Financial Aid & Payment Details
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes Maximum installments available 2 Discounts
Discount if paid early 15% Discount for 2nd child 10% Discount for 3rd child $10 Discount for 4th child $10 Scholarships & awards:
Total annual scholarship fund: $18,000 CAD-
Pathfinder Access Fund
Type: Need basedAmount: 100% Deadline: Rolling
Details: Brigs is committed to ensuring that all youth have equitable access to our sail training programs. The Pathfinder Access Fund offsets the costs of courses for trainees requiring financial assistance.
The Pathfinder Access Fund can be applied to any of our programs and will be awarded on a needs basis to individuals who meet the following criteria:
1. Demonstrate an clear interest in joining our crew and fully participating in all activities
2. Meet the standard criteria for participating in our sail training programs
3. Financial need
When registering for a course through our website, please select financial assistance needed and we will contact you with details.
Application Details: The application form is two parts, one must be completed by the youth and the other by their parent or guardian.
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Watch our Parent interview with Cory Yeo to hear firsthand what children experience and how they grow at Brigs Youth Sail Training .
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Director's Message
Brigs Youth Sail Training can be so much more than an overnight sailing camp. It becomes a year round leadership development experience for those young people that the program touches and ignites a spark of passion in. It is honestly one of the most beautiful things to witness, when you see a young person get excited about a healthy hobby and it transforms them into a purpose-driven individual who gets encouraged by helping others and being part of a crew, while making personal accomplishments and developing character along the way. You don't have to take my word for it though, the best teacher is experience itself. You start by having them join us for an adventure this summer and if a flame of ambition takes hold please contact us about continuing through our winter program and becoming part of the crew.
Each year we have a variety of adventures to choose from where you can be immersed in the life of a sailor aboard a Tall Ship, our 72' vessel, the TS Playfair. Trainees come along to learn many terms, skills, and practices as they become Deck Hands. They are given a Log Book and go through various activities daily improving on their seamanship and interpersonal relationship skills along the way. An unforgettable journey is waiting for them with the opportunity to continue for years to come.
Staff and Counsellors
Trainees say our crew are helpful, supportive, and fun.
Captains are marine professionals with a minimum five years experience. They are fully licensed by Transport Canada. All crew are trained and certified in Marine First Aid and Marine Emergency Duties.
Our adult staff are alumni of our program who return to give back to the next generation! You might picture a grizzled old man as a sea captain - but most of our captains are young adults in their late twenties and thirties.
Our crew are teenagers who have trained through our winter program, achieved multiple certifications, volunteered hundreds of hours towards ship maintenance, and receive leadership training. -
Location & Operations
Address
Collingwood, ONHarbour Street West, Collingwood, Ontario, L9YHamilton, ON208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor, Hamilton, Ontario, L8L 6B6Port Elgin, ON132 Elgin Street, Port Elgin, Ontario, N0H 2C6Tobermory, ONTobermory Tobermory Ontario Canada, Tobermory, OntarioBusing
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Bussing Fees (Bus fee: 50 each way)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Office Drop off and Pickup 208 Hillyard Street, Hamilton, ON, Canada 9:30 am Not provided
Property Details
Landscape
- Lake/Pond/River
More details about property: Our program is delivered aboard a traditionally rigged Brigantine Tall Ship, the TS Playfair - we sail to various locations.
Is your property accessible for persons with disabilities? Please call to discuss.
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Dorm or Building
Amenities
- Toilet in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
More details about accommodations: Participants are accommodated aboard our traditionally rigged Tall Ship in a dorm style crew mess setting. It is fairly tight quarters. Washroom facilities are functional but not beautiful.
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Brigs Youth Sail Training technology free? Yes. The use of personal cell phones is not permitted while on board the ship, but are allowed during time on shore for communication with friends and family. While aboard, all cell phones will be stored by the captain for safe keeping.
Rentals & Services
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Operating sail training programs since 1963, Brigs can deliver a range of experiences which challenge youth and adults alike to learn new skills, build confidence, work as a team and have an adventure!
By booking TS Playfair on one of our Group rates you will experience life on a Tall Ship. From the time you set foot on board, you will be a working member of the vessel's crew: standing watch, handling sail, steering the ship and living on board.
To inquire about group bookings, contact our office at [email protected]
Available for private rentals: Yes
Operating sail training programs since 1963, Brigs can deliver a range of experiences which challenge youth and adults alike to learn new skills, build confidence, work as a team and have an adventure!
By booking TS Playfair on one of our Group rates you will experience life on a Tall Ship. From the time you set foot on board, you will be a working member of the vessel's crew: standing watch, handling sail, steering the ship and living on board.
To inquire about group bookings, contact our office at [email protected]Associations
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Comments from Trainees (campers) after their Tall Ship Adventure
"I thought all the staff were helpful and good natured. They demonstrated their knowledge in a clear fashion along with good leadership and organizational skills."
"I liked my course very much. I liked the fact that I was able to help steer and maneuver the boat. I enjoyed the people I met along the way. I found that the ship's staff were very helpful and friendly. Their skills and combined efforts made it into a great trip."
"I really loved the whole experience. I love sailing and thought that going aloft was really awesome! I also liked that we really helped crew the ship. I thought that the crew were all really amazing and helpful. Food was really good. I want to come back and will recommend it to a friend."
"It was fun times and lots of work, I loved the people and going and doing something I'd never done before."
"I think the course was great. Although challenging at times, it taught us about teamwork and trust. My favourite part was the staff, how funny and easy-going they were. Petty Officers were great at what they did, Watch Officers were great leaders. They taught us and prepared us rightfully for what was to be thrown at us."
"I would DEFINITELY recommend Toronto Brigantine to friend."
"Best trip ever! You guys shouldn't change a thing, good job, I'll miss you all!" "I would recommend the Toronto Brigantine to a friend because it's fun and always exciting."
"It was amazing, I learned so much, can't wait for more. Everyone was super nice and awesome."
"Officers were very good, funny, very knowledgeable and good at sailing."
"The staff was always there to help out and willing to teach you things you didn't know. They all had great leadership skills and each one was respectful and enjoyable to be around. The crew made the trip a great and fun experience, the food was also great!"
"I definitely would recommend this to a friend, it's a great experience and I would love to come back."
"I have definitely become a stronger person and made a lot of friends, which was nice."
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Comments from Trainees (campers) after their Tall Ship Adventure
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