Sailing Schools in New Zealand
The abundence of coastline in New Zealand means you are never far from the opportunity to participate in a bit of sailing. If you love the water and adventure, then sailing is definitely for you.
Sailing schools in New Zealand cater for all abilities and experience. If you're a novice you will be stepped through the basics at a New Zealand sailing school, and if you've been there and done that already, there are courses for you too! So, whatever you're wanting to achieve--whether it be learning the basic safety requirements or completing a quick refresher course at a sailing school in New Zealand you are sure to find something to suit you.
All courses at these sailing schools in New Zealand are a practical, hands on experience--what better way to learn than to actually give it a go yourself under the guidence of qualified instructors.
The sailing schools in New Zealand are run by qualified instructors, so you will finish the course with a high level of confidence and skills to tackle sailing alone.
Learn:
- Terminology
- Safety
- Rules of the ocean
- Charting
- Navigation
- Weather/wind/tide effects
- Rope work
- Sail selection
- Skills required to sit various certificates
Remember to wear warm clothing and white soled shoes onboard. Generally wet weather gear will be provided when necessary, but you're best to double check this with your sailing school.
Click here to view tourism operators for sailing schools in New Zealand.
