Waka Adventure

Wakatere's adventure program is designed for the youth age group 12-17yrs with the aims of having fun, making friends, and learning a variety of skills. Sailors are given the opportunity to learn to sail and explore different types of sailing.

The adventure program focuses on the social aspect of being a member of a boating club, whether in a dinghy, kayak, or hanging out on the beach. Sailors are not required to own their own boat; most sailing will be done in club-owned RS Feva or Quest.

Upcoming course

YOUTH LEARN TO SAIL
October School Holidays

The next Waka Adventure Learn to Sail course will be run in the October school holidays. The course will run over 5 consecutive afternoons for the 12-17 yr age group.

DATE: Mon 2nd Oct-Fri 6th Oct 2023
TIME: 1pm-4pm for 5 consecutive days
COST: $400 (incl LTS Invitational Membership)
Club RS Feva provided
Qualified instructor, YNZ Level 1 course
Spaces available

Refer to the Youth LTS Notes below for FAQ

Youth Learn to Sail Notes

Who should sign up for this LTS course?

To sail in Youth LTS, sailors must:

be able to swim 50 metres unaided wearing a PFD (personal floating device) and sailing gear

Do I need to be a member?

Yes membership is required. However a Learn to Sail Invitational Membership is already part of the total course fee.

If you want to continue sailing after your course has finished you can upgrade. The LTS Membership ($100) will be reallocated to a full membership if upgrading in the same season.

What do I need to bring for this course?

Wetsuit
Lifejacket (the club has some available to borrow)
Polyprop top/rash vest top or similar (thermals)
Togs
Light wind jacket or spray top (goes over the top to keep the wind out)
Beach shoes or old sneakers (please make sure they do not have a slippery bottom)
Warm beanie
Sun cap
Sunscreen
Towel, change of clothes for after sailing including a jumper
Water bottle
Snacks or use the cafe next door

Parent help

Whilst we have all the instructors and student help we need on the water, we welcome parent help each day to bring the equipment up from the beach, hosing down and putting away. Thank you!

What courses are in the Waka Compass Adventure Programme?

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Step 1

YOUTH LEARN TO SAIL

This is an introduction to sailing for beginners in the teenage 12-17 yrs age group run during school holidays. Sailed in double-handed RS Feva's provided by the club, sailors will learn the basics of how to set up and control their boat while working as a team.

A LTS Invitational membership is offered for this course.

Step 2

ADVENTURE 1 is held on Sunday mornings or Wednesday after school. After learning the basics, sailors build their knowledge to include how to use a spinnaker, safety and geography of the bay for destination sails, and how to communicate better with their skipper/crew.

Full membership is required.

Step 3

ADVENTURE 2

This final stage in the Adventure programme allows sailors to continue their RS Feva learning, but also get the opportunity to move into Sunday afternoon club racing with some fun along the way and start to attend regattas. More fun!

Full club membership is required.