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Corporate Team Sailing Events

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• Unique team-building activities on Toronto’s central waterfront• No prior boating experience necessary – Instructors on-board each vessel• Our activities align with your team-building goals

Inspirational Team Experiences

The Advantages• A range of boats, unrivalled in the local area

• Promotes natural communication because this truly is a team event

• A fun, outdoor event, where people harness the power of nature

• Located just minutes away from downtown business core

• A novel and exciting challenge for your group

• No experience required

• An inclusive event

Medal Presentation Built in for Winning Teams• Custom-built packages are one call away

• Allows for easy organization of your event

• We guarantee fun and adventure for all, and enable you to meet your company’s objectives in an interactive and unique way

Leadership Sail the boat

with the help of your crew

Communication Keep lines open

to get the job done

ConfidencePerform under pressure, make decisions and follow through

TeamworkCo-operate as

a crew to achieve results

ChallengeSolve problems

personally and as part of the crew

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Corporate Team Sailing Experiences

If your company is looking to deliver a truly unique and inspiring experience for clients, members, and employees alike, Harbourfront Centre Sailing & Powerboating (HCSP) Corporate Team Sailing experiences are an ideal opportunity.

HCSP offers the best in on-water sailing adventures that will engage your guests in a fun day out, while developing new skills in a relaxed, safe and unique environment. No prior experience is required as participants will get a brief introduction to sailing before embarking on the water where they will enjoy the thrill of sailing in Toronto’s beautiful inner harbour. Following the sailing excursion, private areas can be booked to host an “apres sail” reception to celebrate and wrap up your day on the water.

Enhanced Sail BrandingSail branding opportunities are also available to enhance your corporate team sailing experience during your event at HCSP. The main sails on the fleet can be adapted to include your brand, slogan or message, delivering an elevated experience for guests. In addition, your brand will be the focal point to tens of thousands of residents, businesses and tourists that use our waterfront daily, providing enhanced, exceptional and uncluttered brand-exposure value.

Don’t miss the opportunity for your company to deliver a memorable corporate experience that will resonate with your guests long after their day on the water.

For all sail-branding advertising opportunities, email [email protected]


DescriptionTeam racing enables your group to participate in a multi-race, mini regatta in Toronto’s picturesque harbour. Teams harness the power of nature in conquering a challenging circuit. Without a doubt, this will be an exhilarating experience!

Objective Safely and swiftly navigate the Toronto harbour circuit to reach the finish line ahead of the competition. Teams will partake in as many short races as possible. They will begin this experience by working as a crew and mastering various exercises before the race, such as: sailing upwind, tacking and gybing. All sailing activity will be under the guidance of your instructor.

ValueJust like in the office, communication and camaraderie are essential to success in team racing. Moreover, all positions on the boat are valuable and deserve attention in organizing the race. Team racing is an exciting and cost-effective alternative to traditional corporate event outings.

Recommended For• Non-sailors and sailors alike

• People seeking to have fun with a competitive edge

Event Timing• 3 Hours (any time between 9am – 6pm

Monday–Friday)

Event Capacity• Maximum 40 participants

• We can accommodate parties larger than 40 persons with our tag team format (please see pages 10-11)

• Minimum 6 participants

→ All Equipment is Provided

Pricing

* Please inquire for larger group sizes – we can adjust to a tag team format* Pricing does not include HST and is based on four people per boat, per instructor

Prospective Itinerary

Team Racing Regatta

Type of Boat* Total Number of Event Participants Number of Boats Per Boat Pricing

J24s

6–8 2 $700

9–28 3–7 $650

29–40 8–11 $550


1–1:10pm Participants arrive and are greeted by HCSP staff and instructors.

1:10–1:20pmIn-class sailing orientation (explanation of tacking, gybing, raising main) and safety briefing. Participants are placed into teams and assigned to boats and instructors. Equipment assignment – life jackets, winches, etc.

1:20-2pm On-water sailing orientation. Mastering various sailing techniques: tacking, gybing and sailing upwind.

2-3:45pm Teams participate in a multi-race regatta within the picturesque Toronto Harbour.

3:45-4pm Teams return to dock for medal presentation.

DescriptionDeveloped by intrepid adventure seekers, geocaching involves hunting for hidden prizes using global positioning systems (GPS devices). A typical cache contains small trinkets and clues to discovering further caches.

Objective The game concept involves the use of GPS and nautical charting to locate hidden prizes (geocaches) scattered across the Toronto Islands. Collect the most caches and be declared champions! Each destination will be reached by boat and then participants will continue on foot. Participants also have the opportunity to share their experiences amongst an active online community.

ValueGeocaching encourages participants to solve complex problems quickly and analytically. The thrill of the search, the exploration of new grounds and the opportunity to have fun with a competitive edge are also significant rewards.

Recommended For• Non-sailors



Monday–Friday)





J24s

6–8 2 $800

9–28 3–7 $750

29–40 8–10 $650

Pricing


Geocaching at The Toronto Islands


1–1:15pm

Participants arrive and are greeted by HCSP staff and instructors. Participants are placed into teams and given an overview of the tasks ahead and a briefing on the use of the GPS devices. Equipment assignment (life jacket, GPS, charts, winches, etc.). The lead instructor will also give a brief safety talk before you head down to your boat to begin the race.

1:15–3pmParticipants head down to the boat with their instructors. Teams then work with their instructor to sail the boat to the first geocache area, and then head onto the land in search of the items that they must collect.

3-4:30pm Teams board boats and determine strategies for reaching the next phase of geocaches.

4:30-4:45pm Teams head back to base to find their last geocache, and race to the front office to present their items and final coordinates!

4:45-5pm Medal presentation for winning team.

DescriptionIf you prefer to cruise rather than race, we can set your team sailing on your chosen vessel. Colleagues and clients will enjoy a relaxing sail along Toronto’s breathtaking skyline and islands with the opportunity, if they wish, to sail the boat under the guidance of our trained instructors. You set the pace.

Objective To navigate and sail the outer harbour of the Toronto Islands, participants begin this experience by working as a crew and mastering various exercises before the cruise, such as: sailing upwind, sailing backwards, tacking and gybing.

ValueJust like in the office, communication and camaraderie are essential to a successful sail. Moreover, all positions on the boat are valuable and deserve attention in reaching your destination.

Recommended For• Non-sailors• People seeking to have fun, learn if they

wish and enjoy the breathtaking views of Toronto from the water


Monday–Friday)



• Please inquire if you have a group larger than 60 and we will try to accommodate you


Pricing


* Participants may request specific boats subject to availibility

Round The Island Cruise


Yachts 26-36ft

4–14 1–2 $700

15–27 3–4 $600

J24s 28–40 7–10 $550


1–1:10pm Participants arrive and are greeted by HCSP staff and instructors.

1:10–1:20pmIn-class sailing orientation (explanation of tacking, gybing, raising main) and safety briefing.Participants are placed into teams and assigned to boats and instructors. Equipment assignment (life jackets, winches, etc.).

1:20–2pm On-water sailing orientation. Mastering various sailing techniques: tacking, gybing, sailing backwards and sailing upwind.

2–3:45pm Teams participate in a cruise around the Toronto Islands via the outer habour, taking in the stunning surroundings with wind in their sails!

3:45–4pm Teams return to dock for medal presentation.

DescriptionThis program mixes two of our classic race events. Teams participate in a Tag Team Mini Racing Regatta in the inner harbour, with an Urban Geocache Hunt incorporated into the on-land portion of the day. This keeps all participants constantly engaged as they go from performance sailing on the water to using their intelligence and treasure hunting skills on shore.

Objective This tag team format really brings out the competitive edge as participants seek to gain points in all activities. Use newly acquired sailing skills under the direct supervision of our instructors while out on the water. The on-land elements really test knowledge and treasure hunting skills. Participants are organised into tag teams, with one half of the tag team on the water, and the other half on land. This will alternate throughout the event, and the team with the most points wins.

The Urban Geocache Hunt elements enable a challenging aspect as teams are encouraged to solve problems quickly and analytically. This is also a fun-filled element of the event, as teams work through the many challenges such as the Photo Scavenger Hunt (with a twist), The Collectables task and also the Sing-a-Long Sailor task.

ValueSailing, especially competitive sailing, has many parallels to a bona fide working environment and includes many natural team-building elements such as leadership, communication, teamwork and confidence. Sail the boat with the help of your crew, keep lines open to get the job done, co-operate as a crew to achieve results, perform under pressure, make decisions and carry them out.

We customize our events to suit the specific objectives of your company. Let our staff know your specific event goal and we will seek to tailor your experience accordingly.

Recommended For• Large group sizes

• Non-sailors


Event Timing• 4–6 hour event options available – anytime

between 9am – 5:30pm Monday–Friday




Racing Regatta & Urban Geocache Hunt

Pricing

Type of Boat* Total Number of Event Participants Per Boat Pricing

J24s

40–64 $125/participant



Team Racing Regatta, Nautical Quiz, Urban Scavenger & Geocache Hunt (4 Hour Event)

1pm Participants meet and greet HCSP Instructors and Staff.

1–1:15pm Instructor introductions, team allocations, classroom sailing orientation and safety briefing.

1:15pm A Teams head to the boats with instructors and put on lifejackets.B Teams head to the large classroom to complete first task on land.

1:15–2:45pm

Racing Regatta (Teams 1A – 6A) Sailboat orientation and sailing practice with the instructors conducting various sailing maneuvers (tacking and gybing, etc.), then its off to the races. Your team sailing race within Toronto’s magnificent inner harbour begins! Your points will be radioed to base where your score will be recorded on the board.

1:15–2:45pm

Nautical Quiz, Urban Geocache Hunt (Teams 1B – 6B) At our base, teams conduct a Nautical Quiz (30 min.) and then head off around Nautical Centre area, locating numerous items and capturing images of your team completing obscure tasks (60 min.). Expect interaction with the public, local businesses and to use your own creative merits. This Urban Scavenger & Geocache element of your day is sure to be fun, wacky and action packed.

3–3:15pm B Teams head to the boats with instructors and put on lifejackets.A Teams head to the large classroom to complete first task on land.

3:15–4:45pm

Racing Regatta (Teams 1B – 6B) Sailboat orientation and sailing practice with the instructors conducting various sailing maneuvers (tacking and gybing, etc.), then its off to the races. Your team sailing race within Toronto’s magnificent inner harbour begins! Your points will be radioed to base where your score will be recorded on the board.

3:15–4:45pm

Nautical Quiz and Urban Geocache Hunt (Teams 1A – 6A) At our base, teams conduct a Nautical Quiz (30 min.) and then head off around the Nautical Centre area, locating numerous items and capturing images of your team completing obscure tasks (60 min.). Expect interaction with the public and local businesses, and to use your own creative merits. This element of your day is sure to be fun, wacky and action packed.

4:45–5pm Medal Presentation – Participants head over to our back deck area for the winning teams medal presentation.

Tag Team Event Itinerary



Getting HereOther Information

From Union Station, head south on York St. to Queens Quay West.

The Martin Goodman Trail leads right here and we have bicycle parking on-site.

Park across the street at the corner of Rees St. and Queens Quay West.

Board the 509 or 510 streetcar from Union Station, Exhibition Place or Spadina Ave.

Contact Information 416 203 3000 [email protected] harbourfrontcentre.com/boating

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What to BringSpecial equipment is not necessary We will supply safety equipment including an approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD). In addition, we recommend you bring the following for your increased comfort and pleasure:

• Hat

• Sunglasses

• Sun lotion

• Light waterproof jacket and pants

• Additional thin layers of clothing

• Light non-marking shoes

Most importantly, bring your enthusiasm and sense of adventure and be prepared to have a great time!

Beverage & Catering OptionsWe have a BBQ, Patio and Members Lounge facilities that can be made available for your event at no extra charge. We also hold a liquor license at HCSP, and can provide your guests with a beverage service. Please advise at the time of booking should you require this service so that we can adequately staff your event.

If you are looking to have your event catered, we have a number of catering companies that we work with to provide food. We can provide this service at an additional charge. If you provide your own catering, we will work with them to ensure smooth delivery of goods for your event.

If you prefer to head to a restaurant before or after your event we can provide a list of nearby restaurants.

How to BookIn order to book your event, we require your group size, event date and timing, and also the category of event that you wish to book. Once availability is confirmed we will then send your company a quote. To book your experience we require a 50% deposit at the time of booking, after which you will receive a confirmation email. The remaining balance will be due 48 hours prior to your event start date. We accept all major credit cards. To book your event and for further information please email [email protected]

Cancellation PolicyIn the event of thunderstorms or winds over 20 knots, we reserve the right to postpone the event as it would be deemed unsafe under these weather conditions. An alternative date can be booked within the season. If the client decides to cancel the event with no recourse to book another date/time, we will refund 50% of the total event and retain the 50% deposit.

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Corporate Team Sailing Events - Harbourfront Centre€¦ · Description If you prefer to cruise rather than race, we can set your team sailing on your chosen vessel. Colleagues and