Group Outing Guidelines AQVA

HOW IT WORKS

AQVA is a program for children and adults with physical disabilities and/or sensory impairments. We need to limit our activities to this group of people in order to meet the demand. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate children or adults with intellectual impairments and/or autism spectrum disorders who do not have a mobility impairment.

Each participant will enjoy a session of approximately one hour.
We use two-person boats: one seat is reserved for the participant, and the other for one of our certified instructors.
The cost is $15 per adult participant. No fees for children under 18.
We can accommodate a maximum of 8 participants and 4 companions per session.
Our 4 boats allow for alternating groups: while the first group is sailing, the second group waits on land. A park located across from the sailing club offers a direct view of the sailboats.
There is no food or beverages available on-site. However, a dépanneur (not accessible) is located about 100 metres from the club.
We have an accessible restroom, equipped with a ceiling-mounted lift and a changing table (see photos at the bottom of the page).
Transfers from wheelchairs to the boat are done using lifts.
We have transfer slings available, but if a participant has their own, it is recommended to bring it already in place for added comfort.
To maximize sailing time, we ask participants to be ready upon arrival:
- Wearing clothing suitable for the weather conditions (risk of splashes, cooler temperatures on the water).
- Appropriate shoes.
- Sunscreen applied.
- Etc.
For safety reasons, the access to the sailing club is secured by a locked gate. An AQVA staff member will welcome you and open the gate. Please use the entrance closest to the water (see photo at the bottom of the page).
We do our best to ensure every participant can sail. However, due to weather conditions (light winds, gusts, storm risks, etc.), some sessions may be cancelled.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Mini-profile for participants:

A mini-profile must be completed for each sailor and sent to us at least 2 weeks before the visit.
A link to the form will be sent to you once your organization is registered.

Safety and access to the facilities:

Wearing a life jacket is mandatory before going on the dock. AQVA can provide life jackets for participants.
For security reasons, only the person sailing and one companion can access it at a time, and always accompanied by an AQVA staff member.
Anyone not assisting directly with the transfer must stay on shore. For situations such as taking photos, please ask a staff member for permission, and they will tell you when it is OK to come on the dock.