Learn to Sail at Wakatere with our Waka Compass Course
Discover Sailing at Wakatere Boating Club
Waka Compass is Wakatere's introductory sailing programme tailored for beginners of all ages. Sailing is an incredibly rewarding sport and our learn-to-sail courses offer a perfect blend of adventure and new challenges through learning. Plus, it's a fantastic way to connect with new friends!
What's on offer
Entry-level sailing lessons for all ages, with boats provided and support from qualified coaches. Click on the age group that suits you best -
Charter boats provided, coaches certified by Yachting New Zealand, lifejackets and helmets available if required, temporary membership included with each course
Do I need to be a member to join a Learn to Sail course at Wakatere?
Yes, membership is required. Wakatere is a member club with an annual subscription.
However, a special LTS Invitational Membership is already included in the fee for all our entry-level Learn to Sail courses.
If you want to continue to the next level after your LTS course has finished, you can upgrade to a full membership at that time. More about membership
What's next after Learn to Sail?
JUNIOR & YOUTH
Once your junior or teenage sailor has graduated from an entry-level Learn to Sail course, a variety of club coaching courses await at Wakatere. To make it a positive journey, get in touch with our coaching team to find the right fit for your sailor.
ADULT
We offer Adult LTS courses at three different skill levels so you can continue to build your confidence until you are ready to fly the coop. Reach out to the coaching team to determine if you're ready to advance.
Adult L2 & Lv3 sailors with full membership are encouraged to join Social Sailing on Thursday afternoons & club racing on Sunday afternoons to reinforce their learnings.
CONTACT: Wakatere Coaching Team: coaching@wakatere.org.nz
