Adult Learn to Sail - NEW Sailors

Want to give Sailing a go?

Maraetai Sailing Club's Learn to Sail programme introduces the exciting world of sailing through Yachting New Zealand's nationally recognised Start... Sailing! and Learn... Sailing! pathways.


$425 Per Sailor


Whether you are stepping into a boat for the first time or building on existing skills, sailors learn in a safe, supportive environment while developing confidence, independence, water safety awareness, and a love of being on the water.

No previous sailing experience is required.

What you will learn

  • Boat handling and steering
  • Rigging and launching
  • Tacking, gybing and sail trim
  • Sailing safely in a range of conditions
  • Capsize recovery and water safety
  • Knots and basic seamanship
  • Decision making and confidence on the water
  • Teamwork, resilience and independence

Your registration gives you:

  • Maraetai Boat Club Membership
  • Coaching (October to December)
  • Safety Gear (Helmet & Bouyancy Aid)
  • Lunch

Why Learn with Maraetai Sailing Club?

  • Qualified Coaches Learn from experienced Yachting New Zealand-qualified coaches.

  • Small Groups Minimum 3 sailors - Maximum 4 sailors) per coach for plenty of individual support.
  • Club Boat Provided No boat ownership required. Sailors use our Feva Quest yacht.
  • More Than Just Sailing Develop confidence, resilience, problem-solving skills and friendships that can last a lifetime.
  • A Welcoming Community Join a family-friendly club where young sailors and their families become part of the Maraetai sailing community.


We need a minimum of 3 sailors for this course to proceed.

Course Details

Prerequisites:

  • Water confident
  • Able to swim 50 metres wearing a lifejacket

Safety First

Safety is our highest priority. All sessions are run under the supervision of qualified coaches and follow Yachting New Zealand safety guidelines.

As sailing is weather-dependent, sessions may be rescheduled if conditions are unsuitable.

We look forward to welcoming your family to Maraetai Sailing Club


Please note that online fees are applicable for online payments:

  • POLi: Increase the cart total by 1% + GST
  • Stripe: Increase the cart total by 2.65% + $0.30


If you have any questions about LTS membership please contact the office at 09-5366649 ext 2, or email  lts@maraetaisailingclub.org.nz


Important Season Dates for Learn to Sail 

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​​​​​​​Our Learn to Sail Program Starts Sunday 18th October (0830 - 1230)

No sailing on Sunday 25th October (Labour Weekend)


Last Day of LTS Term 4 - Sunday 13th December

A Little About Our Coaches

Our professsional coaches are an amazing group of young coaches that are all YNZ qualified, have first aid coaching and are awesome with kids. 

As a little club we take pride in developing our young local sailors throughout their sailing journeys and they often end up coaching at the club.

Our coaches are under the guidence of our Head Coach and sailors and often are upskilled throughout the season.