BOARD SPORTS

Naval Point Club Lyttelton is leading the way in encouraging the development of windsurfing as a fun and competitive sailing option for their juniors. Why not join the fun?

Naval Point Club (NPCL), in conjunction with Canterbury Windsports (CWA), has learner boards available for the purpose of teaching juniors and youth to windsurf.

The ‘Learn to Windsurf’ Course is run on a Saturday morning during the sailing season. It is an 6 week course. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited. Registration and booking via the NPCL website.

The course content for beginners includes topics such as; weather, rigging sailing skills, rope work, safety, basic sailing rules, launching and recovery. The course is based on the Yachting New Zealand level 1and 2 Syllabus.

Courses start: October & February

Sailing Times: Saturday 9am-12

Age: 11 to 19 years

Programme Content: Practical and theory sessions

Coaching: YNZ and RYA Qualified Instructors

Boards: Provided.

Cost:​​​​​​​ $150

If you have any enquiries please don’t hesitate to call Andrea Bowater at 0274359475, or the Naval Point administration team on 033287029