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Learning and Discovery

Whether you are looking for a fun activity to try for the first time or you’re a seeking unique experience gift for someone who is always up for trying a new skill, you’ll find the perfect opportunities to discover and learn here at Breakaway Experiences.

From cooking classes and clue solving adventure tours to learning stand up paddle boarding (SUP) or blacksmith we have learning and discovery experiences for every age and lifestyle. Let Breakaway Experiences lessons, classes and hands-on workshops help you discover a brand-new way to enrich your time!

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Learn archery with a private lesson, Caledon, Ontario

Archery Lesson (private)

WhereCaledon, Ontario
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 12 years
Try your hand at the ancient sport of archery and put your strength, concentration and precision skills to the test. With this fun archery class you’ll learn the basics of bow and arrow shooting and hit the bullseye!
$50
Learn to fly a Boeing 737 Jet - Vancouver Flight Simulator Experience

Boeing 737 Flight Simulator Experience in Vancouver

WhereVancouver, British Columbia
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 13 years
Take the controls and learn to fly in a Boeing 737 Flight Simulator in Vancouver. With a professional pilot instructor in the seat next to you, become immersed in the world of flight, from take-off to landing with flights at 30,000 feet, airports, and weather conditions. Choose from over 2400 destinations, with you at the controls!
From $99
Learn to fly a Boeing 737 Jet and take off down the runway - Montreal Flight Simulator Experience

Boeing 737 Flight Simulator Experience, Montreal

WhereMontreal, Quebec
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 13 years
Climb into the Captain's seat and take-off, fly and land a Boeing 737NG. Enjoy an ultra realistic jet flight simulator experience with thousands of airports around the world to choose from. It may only be a flight simulator, but the sensation you'll feel is the real deal.
From $99
Learn to fly a Boeing 737 Jet, Calgary Flight Simulator Experience

Calgary Boeing 737 Flight Simulator Experience

WhereCalgary, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 11 years
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take command of the world’s most popular jet airliner, the Boeing 737? Sit in the Captains seat, take-off, cruise, and land at airports around the world in this realistic Calgary flight simulator experience.
From $99
Learn to fire a crossbow , Niagara region

Crossbow Experience, Niagara Falls

WhereNiagara Falls, Ontario
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 12 years
Put your hand-eye co-ordination to the test and learn to fire a crossbow with this thrilling experience in Niagara.
$45
F-18 Super Hornet Jet Flight Simulator Experience in Calgary

F-18 Fighter Jet Flight Simulator Experience, Calgary

OccasionDate Night
WhereCalgary, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 11 years
Feeling the need for speed? This thrilling experience puts YOU behind the controls of a high-performance F-18 Super Hornet Jet Flight Simulator. Do you have what it takes to control the sky!
From $59
 Vancouver sites on the Granite Falls boat tour from Granville Island

Granite Falls Vancouver Zodiac Boat Tour

WhereVancouver, British Columbia
Price for1 Participant
Discover Vancouver’s incredible waterfront wonders on the 3-hour Granite Falls zodiac boat tour from Granville Island. You’ll travel through Vancouver Harbour and into Deep Cove and the glacial fjord of the Indian Arm for views of the granite cliffs from the water.
From $129
Introduction to Scuba Diving, Vancouver

Introduction to Scuba Diving, Vancouver

WhereVancouver, British Columbia
Price for1 Participant
Discover the thrill of Scuba diving during the Introduction to Scuba Diving experience. This PADI scuba diving class is a simple and fun way to try Scuba Diving for the first time.
$119
Whistler Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding guided tour

Introduction to Whistler Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding

WhereWhistler, British Columbia
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 16 years
Price for1 Participant
AvailabilityCOMING SOON
Spend a full day learning the fundamentals of skiing and splitboarding in Whistler’s backcountry. With an experienced guide you’ll have fun enjoyable and educational day learning how to keep yourself safe on future backcountry adventures.
$159
Introductory lesson - Toronto sailing

Introductory Sailing Lesson, Toronto Islands

WhereToronto, Ontario
Price for1 Participant
Learn to sail in Toronto Harbour and the Toronto Islands with a 3-hour introductory sailing course. This hands-on experience is an easy and fun way to discover the thrill of sailing.
From $259
Learn to Kayak, Vancouver, Granville Island

Kayak Lesson, Granville Island, Vancouver

WhereVancouver, British Columbia
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 10 years
Learn how to really perform out on the water and be comfortable in a kayak. With a kayak lesson from Vancouver’s Granville Island, a Paddle Canada certified instructor will teach you a range of kayaking techniques.
From $75
learn to kayak Toronto Islands

Kayak Lesson, Toronto Islands

WhereToronto, Ontario
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 12 years
Learn the fundamentals of kayaking in a comfortable setting and at a relaxed pace amidst the beautiful setting of the Toronto Islands, just minutes from downtown Toronto.
From $54
Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson Toronto Islands

Stand Up Paddleboarding Lesson (SUP), Toronto Islands

WhereToronto, Ontario
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 12 years
Learn to paddleboard in the beautiful setting of the Toronto Islands just minutes from downtown Toronto. This 75-minute Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Lesson is perfect for anyone who is interested in trying out this exciting sport for the first time.
From $54
Toronto Islands at sunset on Stand up Paddleboard

Toronto Islands Kayaking and SUP Sunset Safari

WhereToronto, Ontario
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 14 years
Price for1 Participant
Experience a unique sunset kayaking or stand-up paddleboard (SUP) safari as you paddle your way through the tranquil waters of the Toronto Islands. As the sun does down light up your kayak or sup board and glow with the flow.
$85
Toronto Islands Eco-tour by SUP and Kayak

Toronto Islands SUP and Kayak Eco-Tour

WhereToronto, Ontario
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 14 years
Price for1 Participant
Take a break from the city and paddle the Toronto Islands with an experienced guide. Along with discovering nature and hidden gems that only locals know about, you’ll learn about the islands’ history, ecology, paddling techniques and more on the 2-hour Toronto Islands Stand Up Paddleboarding Eco-Tour.
$64
Experience a unique outdoor experience perfect for family Whistler

Vallea Lumina, Whistler

WhereWhistler, British Columbia
Price for1 Participant
Experience a unique winter evening at Vallea Lumina - Whistler’s forest come to life at night with breathtaking lighting, sounds, and special effects.
From $44
Virtual Reality Spitfire flight simulator experience Calgary

Virtual Reality WW II Spitfire Experience

WhereCalgary, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 11 years
Immerse yourself in a WWII aerial combat adventure in a Spitfire Virtual Reality flight simulator. Fly a legendary fighter plane, dominate the skies, and become a WWII Ace.
From $39

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