Welcome to the 2026 A Class Nationals

 The Venue

The Back Paddock

The area that sailing will take place is affectionally known as the "Back Paddock".  Whilst we don't have rolling swells it is known for relatively flat water and great breeze ( in particular in the late afternoon). 

The breeze typically this time of year is predominately from the North/North East direction with great foiling conditions .

As the weather gets settled we get Southwesterlies in the afternoon which run along the Omana shore.

If the breeze pumps from the West as it did Anniversary weeekend we get short pitched seas because of  wind against tide in shallow water which can make sailing pretty challenging even for the best

Our Club

We share our facilities with the Maraetai Beach Boating Club, The bar and restaurant facilities are open from 3pm for the duration of the event.

Boat Storage

We will be using the clubcompound and ramp to store and launch boats.  There will be an allocated spot for boats and trailers. Please do not park boats, trailers or cars outside of the allocated areas as the club will still be functioning as a boating club and members have priority in these areas to park their trailers etc.

Security in the compound is provided by the Club Custodian- Warwick

Launching.

You will be able to launch your boats via the main ramp adajacent to the boat club. While you can launch from the beach, the beach gets packed in summer and security can sometimes be an issue. If you want to launch from the beach, please let us know in advance.