Experience life aboard a Tall Ship and leave with memories and friends that will last a lifetime... Join our vessel TS PLAYFAIR for a 5-10 day voyage sailing the Great Lakes. Challenge yourself by taking the wheel, working sails, climbing the rigging and enjoying star filled nights. Build leadership and independence skills. No sailing experience required, we'll teach it all!

Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; currently 2 programs available.

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Name Type/Gender Specialty Location Date Bus  Cost Email	Info
Summer 2021 BRIGS Program view details Overnight Camp Coed Ages: 13 - 18 Traditional (multi activity) $800 to $1,440 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Jul 02-07 $800 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Jul 10-16 $960 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Jul 18-27 $1,440 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Jul 29-Aug 05 $1,120 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Aug 19-27 $1,280 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Aug 19-27 $1,280 Hamilton, ON 208 Hillyard St, 2nd Floor Aug 29-Sep 03 $800	Rope courses|Travel|Wilderness Out-tripping|Wilderness Skills|Cooking|Instructor lead (group)|Instructor lead (one on one)|Leadership training|Nature/Environment|Marine Biology|First-aid/lifesaving |Mindfulness Training|Strength and Conditioning|Sailing/Marine Skills|Swimming|Hiking|Sports-Instructional and Training
Georgian Bay Express view details Overnight Camp Coed Ages: 13 - 18 Traditional (multi activity) $320 Collingwood, ON Collingwood Harbour Aug 09-11 $320 Collingwood, ON Collingwood Harbour Aug 12-14 $320 Collingwood, ON Collingwood Harbour Aug 15-17 $320	Rope courses|Travel|Wilderness Out-tripping|Wilderness Skills|Cooking|Instructor lead (group)|Instructor lead (one on one)|Leadership training|Social Justice/Empowerment|Nature/Environment|Marine Biology|First-aid/lifesaving |Mindfulness Training|Strength and Conditioning|Sailing/Marine Skills|Swimming|Hiking|Sports-Instructional and Training

The Our Kids review of Brigs Youth Sail Training

Resiliency, teamwork, confidence, stewardship, empathetic leadership—time spent aboard a tall ship as part of crew is a means growing a range of skills and attributes. Certainly, the program was launched in 1962 with precisely those goals in mind, and they’ve been achieving them ever since. Participants become part of a crew of up to 28 members, and they travel to destinations within the Great Lakes. There’s a lot to see, and while Brigs perhaps doesn’t lead with it, geography and history are always close to hand. It’s exciting and unique, to be sure. It’s also expertly managed, the product of more than five decades of experience running youth programs in the region.  

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Emily Hine, Program Coordinator

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.

Accommodations:

Sleeping Accommodations

Amenities

Washrooms Facilities

More details about accommodations: Participants are accommodated aboard our traditionally rigged Tall Ship in a dorm style crew mess setting.

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.

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Property Details:

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More details about property: Our program is delivered aboard a traditionally rigged Brigantine Tall Ship, the TS Playfair.

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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."