Find a Coach / Instructor

Each year, over 1200 qualified CYA instructors/coaches teach sailing, cruising, racing, navigation, windsurfing and power boating skills to over 40,000 boating enthusiasts. The CYA instructor and coach certification program ensures that the public receives instruction from a proficient and trained professional. Only registered instructors may award CYA level standards.

Available Instructors and Coaches

All Available, Registered CYA Instructors and Coaches in Canada

This is a list of only those instructors who have registered in the current year, and listed themselves as available in their Member Profiles.

Registered Instructors and Coaches

All Registered CYA Instructors and Coaches in Canada

This is a comprehensive list of all registered CYA Instructors in Canada. If you wish to contact an instructor or coach, you can do so by either logging-into the secure Member’s Area using the ‘log-in’ button at the top of this page or by contacting and making a contact request.