All Courses

When it comes to combining travel with education, adventure with learning, and outdoor discovery with transformative experiences, the majestic west coast of Vancouver Island is full of eye-opening opportunities.Please check back regularly! We will be adding more courses, programs, and events in the coming weeks. You can also sign up for our E-Newsletter and we will keep you informed about west coast learning opportunities.

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Tofino Yoga 200hr Yoga Teacher Training West Coast NEST

200hr Yoga Teacher Training - November 2025

SVOP certification Tofino West Coast NEST

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) - November 2025

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - November 2025

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

ROC-M Marine VHF Radio Certification - November 2025

SVOP certification Tofino West Coast NEST

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) - February 2026

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - February 2026

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

ROC-M Marine VHF Radio Certification - February 2026

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - March 2026

SKILS Sea Kayak Course Level 3

SKGABC Level 3 Guide Workshop - March 2026

Practical Small Boat Captain's Course (Boat Boss) - April 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor - April 2026

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - April 2026

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - April 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor - End of April 2026

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - April 2026

Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor Course SKILS in Clayoquot Sound West Coast NEST

Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor - April 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - May 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - May 2026

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - May 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - Mid-May 2026

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - May 2026

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - End of May 2026

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - May 2026

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide Upgrade - May 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - En of May 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - End of May 2026

Advanced Kayak Surfing SKILS

Advanced Surfing in Sea Kayaks - May 2026

SVOP certification Tofino West Coast NEST

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) - June 2026

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - June 2026

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

ROC-M Marine VHF Radio Certification - June 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - June 2026

Rock Gardening for Sea Kayakers with SKILS - June 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - June 2026

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - End of June 2026

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - June 2026

Harvesting from the Wild SKILS workshop in Clayoquot Sound

Harvesting from the Wild - July 2026

Saltwater Kayak Fishing Level 2 - August 2026

Instructional Tour - August 2026

Saltwater Kayak Fishing Level 2 - End of August 2026

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - September 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - September 2026

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - September 2026

Harvesting from the Wild SKILS workshop in Clayoquot Sound

Harvesting from the Wild - September 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - Mid-September 2026

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - End of September 2026

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide Upgrade - September 2026

SKGABC Level 2 Guide Preparation Course - September 2026

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - End of September 2026

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - October 2026

Rock Rescue Course for Sea Kayakers - October 2026

Bear Safety When Recreating - ongoing

Cedar Weaving Workshop: Custom Group Programs - ongoing

Clayoquot Wild Wildlife and Custom Tours - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Cedar Coast Field Station - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Raincoast Education Society - ongoing

Customized Programs: West Coast NEST - ongoing

Grow Local West Coast - Ongoing

MERS Whale-safe Boating Course - Ongoing

Navigation for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Image of youth learning about a whale bone on a rainbow towel. Photo Credit: Melissa Renwick

Ocean Literacy Program - Ongoing

Sea State for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Weather for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Wildlife Awareness & Safety - Level 1 Certificate - ongoing

Nature Kids Programs - ongoing

Conservation of Amphibians in Coastal BC - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Ucluelet Aquarium - ongoing

Photography Lessons with Professional Wildlife Photographer - ongoing