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Junior Coaching for 2021

Welcome back!Bookings are now open for 2021 Term 1 junior & youth coaching.For those who have just completed a Junior Learn to Sail course, Confidence 1 (C1) is your next step. We have THREE options for C1 this term - Wednesday or Thursday or Saturday!Opti C1 and C2 bookings have an option to use a club boat - helpful for those still looking to buy their own. There is an extra fee for this. First in, first served.For those attending class regattas, optional clinic or regatta coaching will be add...

The Summer Sessions

For any Wakatere junior sailors already in Confidence 1 or 2, or anyone who has recently completed a Wakatere Junior Learn to Sail Course, we will be running a few sessions this January to get you on the water in a supportive coaching environment. These sessions are a one off holiday option if your family is around and kids are excited to continue their sailing. If you need to use a club Opti, there's a booking option for an extra $20. Sign up for one session or both of them. C1 & C2 Summer...

Hot Competition at Feva Nationals

YNZ Regatta Report Ashton Williamson and Jack Parr combined to win the top prize at last weekend's RS Feva national championships at the Wakatere Boating Club, overcoming a big fleet and even bigger breezes.The pair - Williamson sails for Wakatere and Parr the New Plymouth Yacht Club - sailed consistently well in the challenging conditions that saw wind gusts push everyone competing to their limits.Williamson and Parr won the Youth division (and were fourth overall) to claim the overall national...

Feva Nats COUNTDOWN

Keep an eye on the official noticeboard at the club for race management updates during the weekend. Visit the REGATTA PAGE Check the WAKATERE FACEBOOK pagePre-regatta coaching Fri 11th DecRegatta racing Sat 12t - Sun13th Dec...

First Class Sir Peter Blake

A great set of results from Wakatere sailors at last weekend's Sir Peter Blake Regatta to share with the whole club -For those new to sailing, this junior and youth class regatta is said to be the biggest 2 day sailing event in the southern hemisphere but more importantly holds a special place in the hearts of NZ sailors as a tribute to the late Sir Peter Blake.This year the sailors had 2 very shifty offshore days to contend with, some excelling and some learning some big lessons. Special mentio...

Fevas Go From Strength to Strength

From the 12th - 13th of December Wakatere Boating Club will host the biggest RS Feva National Championships to date, with an expected fleet of 40 plus crews from around New Zealand.There's a lot of hype at the moment for the class after having to reschedule the season but the class is going from strength to strength with many new combinations forming and adults teaming up with their children to have a go at the Open division.Paul Snow Hansen from the NZ Olympic sailing team will be competing thi...

Wakatere Clean Sweep

Lake Pupuke and MBSC hosted the 2020 NZIODA Opti Team Cup which was held over 2 days in November. For those with hopes of travel in 2021 this regatta was a mandatory event for NZIODA team selection - but who knows when attending international regattas will be back on the cards. Regardless, 27 teams took up the challenge, many learning the skills of team racing for the first time. Eight rounds, 3 on 3 racing, with 27 teams taking part using the Swiss League Series (open and green fleet combined)....

Opti Nationals Report

The 2020 New Zealand Optimist Nationals were postponed in April and finally held in November. What a year!With the Easter postponement due to Covid-19, this was the first time the NZ Opti Nationals were held in November. Wakatere had all the Opti fleets covered (Green, White and Open) as they headed down to Worser Bay in Wellington with Tom Saunders as coach.The final two days of racing were blown out due to very strong and cold Southerlies so this left 8 races over 2 days to count for the ...

Sign up for Oct-Dec Coaching

Our Spring junior coaching courses begin soon. The Opti Open group has made a head start with the Nationals coming up 6th November. Bookings now open: Opti Confidence 1 Spring - starts Sun 11th OctOpti Confidence 2 Spring - starts Sun 11th OctOpti Green Spring - starts Tues 13th OctOpti Open - underwayAdventure 1 Spring - starts Sun 11th OctP Class Spring - starts Wed 14th OctStarling Spring - starts Thurs Oct 15thYou may notice that a few of the names of courses have changed in line with W...

School Holiday Learn to Sail

Waka Compass is the club's training programme.Learn to Sail courses are starting this Spring -...

Sailing is Back at Alert Level 2 (Sept 2020)

Sailing is back at Level 2 in Auckland but with caution.If you plan to head out for a sail or visit Wakatere, follow the Wakatere Covid-19 Alert Level 2 Rules of Operation dated 24 Sept 2020 In brief:Scan the Wakatere Covid-19 QR Code on arrivalSocial distancing: 2m from anyone you don't know, 1m from someone you do know (unless they are in your bubble)Gatherings may not exceed 100 people in a defined space (at least 2 metres between groups when outdoors)Use of face masks recommendedFo...

CHANGES to Sunday Club Racing

We have introduced some new processes to allow Club members to get on the water while social distancing during Alert Level 2 at WakatereSign on/off will be by scanning a SIGN ON QR code and a SIGN OFF QR code at the club.Go to the CLUB RACE ENTRY ...

Season Opening Ceremony Delayed

The 2020-2021 sailing season was scheduled to get underway with an Opening Day ceremony at Wakatere on Sunday 13th Sept.Given the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions and the uncertainty around meeting number limits, we have decided to delay the official Opening Day ceremony until we have can safely enjoy the occasion.We are currently finalising a new date which is expected to be in October. We will let you all know as soon as we can.The good news is that club racing and Season Points 1,2 will start on...

Closed For Now But Back Soon (Aug 2020)

Auckland returned to Covid-19 Alert Level 3 at midday 12th August. Accordingly Wakatere Boating Club is closed and sailing prohibited while that Level remains in force.We are hopeful that restrictions will ease in September and we will be able to get the season underway on time. Club members will be kept updated. Stay safe. Locker manager assistance at the club is on hold.Club coaching is on hold for all classes.Waka Teens Night Fri 14th Aug / 4th Sept CANCELLED.Pre-Season Working Bee 6th Sept -...

New Season Boat Storage

Locker re-allocations and new allocations from the waiting list are happening now (August 2020).If you are an active sailing club member and would like to request a locker please use our online form - Wakatere boat storage request form If you are fortunate to be allocated a space, please refresh yourself with the Wakatere Terms and Conditions for licence holders - Locker Licence T&CsCompound Licence T&CsA reminder that if you sell your boat and have had a locker at Wakatere - the locker mus...

Auckland Junior Sprints

The popular Auckland Winter Sprint Series is back for another year starting in May and running all the way through to September. Hosting duties will rotate between Kohi, Wakatere, Murrays Bay & Pt Chev.With the 2020 Opti and Starling Nationals still on the horizon, some great competition is expected. Join in for all the dates or as many as you can. See our REGATTA page for NoR and full details....

Success Celebrated

Club members were happy to be reunited at this year's recent prizegiving given the sudden and early end to the season and time apart. It was a more casual and social affair this time, less talking, more chatting.Many thanks to the 'Wakatere Fun Committee' for marking the occasion with a Mid-Winter Dinner and hosting us on the night. The clubrooms looked fantastic and the kids certainly had a night to remember.Congratulations to all the class prizewinners for club racing, coaching groups and to t...

WBC Mid-Winter Regatta

Wakatere Mid-Winter RegattaSaturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2020 Open to Optimist, Open Skiff, P Class, RS Feva, 420, Starling, Sunburst, Laser, Windfoiling, 3.7, Waszp, A-Class Cat and OK Dinghy classes. Visitors welcome. NOR and Results will be posted on the Regatta page. REGATTA PAGE Prize-Giving & Mid-Winter Dinner Saturday 11th July We are combining Club Prize-Giving with a Mid-Winter Dinner on Saturday 11th. This is the Wakatere Club prizegiving for the 2019/20 season.As a catered event ...

Join Our Volunteers

Wakatere values all volunteers - as a family focused club, volunteering to help on one or more race days during each season is an essential part of our club membership. We also encourage the wider community to get involved.Volunteers at Wakatere are supported by experienced race management and there is sure to be something for every level of interest and ability. Our race office radios need manning on Sunday afternoons and the race office has the best view in the house! This role is now vac...

Celebrate with a Mid-Winter Dinner

Club prize-giving for the 2019/20 season will be held in conjunction with the Wakatere Mid-Winter Regatta on Saturday 11th July 2020. This year it will feature a Mid-Winter Dinner served between the junior and senior prize-giving sections.This special evening will celebrate the highlights of the 2019/2020 season with trophies and medal presentations for club race results, awards for junior coaching groups, prestige prizes and volunteer thanks....

Feva Nats are Back

Wakatere is thrilled to announce the new and improved date for the 2020 Feva Nationals.Following the postponement in late March, we look forward to welcoming Feva sailors, parents and supporters to Wakatere in the warmer month of DECEMBER!Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December 2020. Plus a complimentary Feva coaching session Friday 11th at 1:30pm with a special guest. Stay tuned for that one.Something for every age group as it's open to youth, ladies, mixed, junior and open divisions.Grab your par...

Big Turnout for Winter Sprints

Great to see so many youngsailors out on the water for the Auckland Junior Winter Sprint Series on Saturday 27th June.We were spoilt with a lovely on-shore breeze and largely missed the rain. Racing was a good length for winter, off the water by 3.30pm and lots of hot pasta, home baking and hot drinks after. Fantastic to have the Aon Youth sailors on the water with us. Likewise the RNZYS race fleet in full flight.Well done everyone and a big thanks to all the volunteers. See you all ba...

Changing of the Guard

Following the Annual General Meeting on Wed 24th June 2020 we have a changing of the guard to announce.Commodore Ed Crook has taken over from (now Past) Commodore Simon Probert whose three year term at the helm has come to an end.Ed has moved through the Rear and Vice Commodore positions over the last four years and chairs the Sailing Committee. He is a familiar face on club days.Welcome to the newly appointed Vice Commodore Ian Darby and Rear Commodore Julia Faire. The Secretary and T...

Junior Coaching Returns for Winter

We are rolling out some fun winter coaching for junior classes at Alert Level 2. Weather permitting, small group sessions will run on either a Saturday or Sunday depending on your sailing class. Confidence Winter WarriorsFeva Winter WarriorsStarling Winter CoachingOpti Green Winter WarriorsOpti Open Winter CoachingYou must have a website booking - Login Then... join Team App WBC Coaching (details below) Team App: All junior class COACHING groups are transitioning to using Team App for ...

Wakatere L2 Operational Rules (May 2020)

Wakatere BC Operational Rules for Members during Covid-19 Level 2While we are all relieved to be able to return to sailing from Thursday 14th May 2020, the Club has rules for all club members and visitors to follow. It has been decided that no organized sailing will take place at Wakatere until next spring, as per our usual schedule, and that each class will organise its own sailing agenda and coaching to minimise the numbers at the Club at one time. The Club will effectively remain closed ...