Squamish Watersports Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Lowered counter at the reception or ticket desk
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
- Information displays (if applicable) at a lower height
- Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
- Braille/large print signage for all publicly accessible areas
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
- Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
- Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
- Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
- Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
- Minimal visual clutter and obstacles
- Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
- Steps and slope changes are clearly marked and lit, and have handrails
- Background noise is minimal, and alarms or auditory cues are on a low frequency
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
- Signs are clear and concise, in large, plain font with good contrast between text and background
- Signs include both text and pictures to help indicate the use of different rooms
- Signs are well lit
- Signs have minimal glare or reflection
- Entrance and exit are clearly identified on doors (including stalls and back of the main door)
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
General
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with cognitive disabilities
- System in place for guests to contact a staff member for help if required
- Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
- Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
- Business has a dog relief area on site
- Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Squamish Watersports offers a variety of wind and watersports lessons and rentals including kiteboarding, wakeboarding, wing foiling, boating and paddling. Our experienced and certified instructors will help you quickly and confidently reach your watersports goals whether you’re taking up kiteboarding or paddle boarding! We also offer guided boat and paddle tours where our knowledgeable guides will share the rich history and wildlife of the breathtaking Howe Sound. Self tours are also available with boat, jet ski and paddle rentals (canoes, kayaks and stand up paddle boards are available). Located in Howe sound on the Sea to Sky Highway in Squamish, BC. Squamish Watersports offers a satisfaction guarantee, all our clients leave happy and energized. Out onsite dock is fully wheelchair-accessible, with a crane lift to assist in getting in and out of boats
