We are very proud to foster and develop sailing as a sport and pastime within our community. For the past 7 years, we have run a full-time sailing school with Sail Canada certified staff instructors and club owned equipment. Our programs - from introductory to advanced - are offered to kids aged 5 and up and adults.
We host regular Wednesday evening and weekend race events for all sailboats. If you don't own a boat, try your hand at being a crew member on one of our member boats. This team sport is a great way to meet people and develop your sailing skills.
Each year, we organise several rendezvous at anchorages that are within a few hours of Yellowknife Bay. Cruising the vast waters of Great Slave can be very solitary, and rendezvous are a great way to share an anchorage, experiences, food and good times. New sailors also benefit from the watchful eyes of a flotilla.
The Great Slave Sailing Club is located in the City of Yellowknife on the shores of Great Slave Lake in Canada's Northwest Territories. (62' 29' N 114' 22' W).
Great Slave Lake is the 5th largest lake in North America and the 10th largest in the world, with a surface area of 28,570 square kilometres. Sailing season is early June to late September for the prudent, and into October for others.
We exist to promote the development of sailing, seamanship and navigational skills through the participation in sailing and club activities; to cultivate an appreciation of Great Slave Lake as cruising waters; and to facilitate and provide youth the ability to become involved in the sport of sailing and all related activities for their own personal growth and community benefit.
The first Wednesday night race is tonight! If you’re a new member with the club or haven’t raced before, consider giving it a try. It’s a great way to practice your sailing skills in a variety of conditions and with other boats around.
You can view the 2025 Race/Regatta Schedule here:Â greatslavesailingclub.com/racing
The crane will be in the yard at 8 AM and the first lift is scheduled between 8:30 AM and 9 AM. The crane will start on the south side.
Please email yardmaster@greatslavesailingclub.com if you did not receive the order of lift in, if you are not on the list, or if you aren't lifting in.
To lift-in, Members must be in good standing with no outstanding dues prior to 21st June 2025.
We will be moving a set of the dinghy docks in front of the wharf to provide a platform to stand on while guiding the boats into deeper water. If you are storing your dinghy on the old dinghy docks please move it prior to Saturday morning or ensure it is not locked so it can be moved in the morning/Friday night.
Lift in is always labour intensive and it is important that there are enough people to help shift trailers and guide boats into the water.
Please refrain from bringing dogs and young kids.
Sailing School Registration is NOW OPEN!Â
Whether you're brand new to sailing or looking to level up your skills, we’ve got something for everyone this summer at the Great Slave Sailing Club!
Courses run on beautiful Back Bay, Yellowknife
Spots fill quickly – don’t miss your chance to sail with us!
Register now at: www.greatslavesailingclub.checklick.com
