Freya under sail in Desolation Sound
Cruising is another of the many enjoyable benefits of membership in the Viking Sailing Club. We are the only sailing club at the Jericho Sailing Centre (and in Vancouver!) which provides beach fleet and cruise boat access. Spending a few days (or more) on some of the best sailing waters in the world with friends and fellow Vikings is incomparable. Charter, club cruises, or training, everyone has the opportunity to sail on our new flagship Bavaria 34′ – Freya.
Cruising in British Columbia
Learn to sail Freya's gennaker
Need more? Freya is moored at Burrard Civic Marina, close to Granville Island. She provides sleeping accommodation for six. As a member of the club, you have booking privileges for this vessel. Plan your summer vacation in the San Juan or Gulf islands or perhaps Desolation Sound. Freya is also used to train Senior rated members for Second-in-command and Skipper levels.
Chartering our cruise boat
Members are encouraged to book charters on Freya. As a sailing co-operative we offer charter rates without commercial profit margins (roughly a third of commercial rates), making cruising a great way to spend your vacation.
Club Cruises
We also organize group day and weekend cruises for members and friends to get everyone out on the water – and spread our passion for sailing and Freya! Go on the May long-weekend cruise, a new members’ day cruise, or organize your own.
Cruise Boat Sailor Ratings & Training
There are three keelboat ratings for our cruising sailboat Freya:
- Crew – everyone is crew to start with. Help out around the boat or get a suntan. If you’re really nice to the Skipper, you might even get to helm the boat, as long as you’ve got your Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
- 2IC (Second-in-command) – club-rated Senior sailors are welcome to apply to our 2IC training program.
- Skipper – experienced 2ICs who have demonstrated leadership and commitment to the club are invited to become Skippers.
Off Malcolm Island (near Alert Bay) Wind 25 knots Speed 7.3 knots
Cruise boat instruction
Freya anchored in Joe Cove, Eden Island, The Broughtons on one of her charters by club members.