Sandspit Yacht Club - Centreboard Division

24/08/2026

Get them off the screen and onto the water this summer.

Sandspit Yacht Club’s Learn to Sail programme is back for Term 4, giving local kids aged 9 to 16 the chance to build confidence, independence and real sailing skills on the water at Algies Bay.

No boat and no previous sailing experience needed.

For complete beginners, Start Sailing is an 8 week after school programme running on Wednesdays or Fridays from the week of 12 October, 4 to 7pm.

Qualified coaches

Club boats provided

Learn the basics in a safe, supportive club environment

Meet new people and build confidence on the water

$300 for the full 8 week first term, just $37.50 per session including boat hire

Already have some sailing experience?

We also have pathways into Sailing Fast and Go Racing, with club racing available for those ready for the next challenge.

Sailing is a hands on club activity, so a parent or caregiver stays during the session and helps with simple shore based activities. No sailing experience required.

Term 4 places are limited and enrolments are now open.

Find out more and enrol:

sandspityachtclub.nz/learn-to-sail

Questions?

[email protected]

09 425 9008

The centreboard division of Sandspit Yacht Club provides learn to sail classes at Algies Bay on Sundays & Tuesdays & youth sailing regattas. Call 0274337358.

21/08/2026

TAKE THE HELM THIS OCTOBER

Do you have a child or grandchild that has never been in a sailing dinghy before?

Or has tried sailing at school camp and loved it and wants to do more?

Or is ready to develop their skills and begin racing and wants to race weekly in a local environment?

Well there is a programme designed for them.

Expressions of interest are now open for the Sandspit Yacht Club Centreboard Division’s October Learn to Sail programmes at Algies Bay.

Learn to Sail 1: Start Sailing
For complete beginners learning the fundamentals.

Learn to Sail 2: Sailing Fast
For young sailors ready to build confidence, boat control and capability.

Learn to Sail 3: Go Racing
For developing sailors ready to take their skills to the next level.

The programme is about much more than sailing.

Children develop confidence, independence, teamwork, practical skills and respect for the marine environment.

Parents are also encouraged to become part of the experience, with opportunities to learn about launching boats, driving the tractor, operating safety boats and first aid.

The October programme is open to young people from Snells Beach, Algies Bay, Warkworth, Matakana, Omaha, Leigh, Wellsford, Kaipara Flats and throughout the greater Rodney area.

To express your interest, email [email protected].

Programme information, costs and requirements are available at:

https://www.sandspityachtclub.nz/learn-to-sail/

Come and discover what your child can do when they take the helm.



Proudly supported by amazing sponsors

Rob and Linda - Premium Real Estate Matakana
Webster Malcolm Law
Matakana ITM
Webster Malcolm Law
Buckton Surveyors and Planners
SunDocs
Mason Contractors Ltd
Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Warkworth
ECM Signs
McDonald Adams Optometrists

Mahurangi Marine LTD
Sandspit Yacht Club
Mahurangi College
Mahurangi Matters

The centreboard division of Sandspit Yacht Club provides learn to sail classes at Algies Bay on Sundays & Tuesdays & youth sailing regattas. Call 0274337358.

30/06/2026

Great news for our Centreboard programme and youth sailing in our community and our sponsors!

The Local Matters team has published a fantastic article highlighting the importance of youth sailing and the support being provided to help grow the sport locally.

It’s great to see the programme receiving positive community recognition.

Please take a minute to

* Read the article.
* Like and share the post on Facebook to help spread the word.
* Leave a positive comment if you can.

Every interaction helps increase its reach and build momentum for next season.

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, energy and expertise throughout the season.

Programmes like this simply wouldn’t happen without the commitment of our volunteers, coaches, parents and supporters.

We would also like to acknowledge and sincerely thank our sponsors and supporters whose generosity makes youth sailing possible.

New World Warkworth
Matakana ITM
Buckton Surveyors and Planners
ECM Signs
Rob and Linda - Premium Real Estate Matakana
Webster Malcolm Law
SunDocs
Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Warkworth
McDonald Adams Optometrists
Mason Contractors Ltd

As well as
Mahurangi Marine LTD
Mahurangi College
Mahurangi Matters
The Salty Dog Bar & Grill

Your investment is helping develop the next generation of sailors while creating opportunities for young people to build confidence, resilience and lifelong skills.

And also we have to make sure we recognise and thank the team

* All of our volunteer coaches and safety boat crews.
* Our committee members and parent volunteers.
* Our programme sponsors and funding partners who continue to back youth sailing in our community.

Let’s keep the momentum going and make next season even bigger.

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The future of youth sailing at Sandspit Yacht Club has been secured after the Rodney Local Board renewed the club’s lease for a further 10...

21/03/2026

What a day at the Sandspit Centreboard Autumn Regatta

A fantastic regatta today with great racing across the fleet. The wind delivered exactly what we needed, creating some competitive and exciting sailing out on the water.

Congratulations to all of our prize winners – well deserved results after a strong day of racing.

It was also great to see sailors travelling in from across the region, adding to both the competition and the atmosphere.

A big thank you to all the club members and volunteers who helped run the event. From race management through to setup and support on the day, these events only happen because of the effort behind the scenes.

Appreciate everyone who came down and supported it.

A great day for the club.

Proudly supported by

Mason Contractors Ltd
Buckton Surveyors and Planners
New World Warkworth
McDonald Adams Optometrists
Webster Malcolm Law
Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Warkworth
Matakana ITM
ECM Signs
SunDocs
Rob and Linda - Premium Real Estate Matakana

Mahurangi Marine LTD
Sandspit Yacht Club
The Salty Dog Bar & Grill
Mahurangi College
Mahurangi Matters

20/03/2026

Perfect sailing conditions today!

Algies Bay is looking fantastic for today’s SYC Centreboard Regatta.

If you're thinking about racing, now’s the time to get down here and be part of it. Whether you're competing or just keen to get out on the water, we’d love to see you.

Registration opens from 8:30am at the Algies Bay Clubhouse
Don’t forget briefing at 10:00am and racing kicks off from 11:00am

Grab your gear, rally your crew, and make the most of these conditions. Let’s make it a great day on the water.




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Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Warkworth
Rob and Linda - Premium Real Estate Matakana
New World Warkworth
Webster Malcolm Law
ECM Signs
Mason Contractors Ltd
SunDocs
McDonald Adams Optometrists
Matakana ITM
Buckton Surveyors and Planners

04/03/2026

Announcing the Autumn Regatta – Algies Bay, Centreboard division, Sandspit Yacht Club

Enter now - free for Learn to Sail Sailors, and welcome to both adults and juniors

Join us Saturday 21 March at Algies Bay for the SYC Centreboard Division Autumn Regatta.

• 3 races
• BBQ after sailing
• Spot prizes
• Family friendly event

Classes welcome:
Optimist | BIC Skiff | Sunburst | Laser | 420 | Javelin | Cherub

Briefing 10:00 AM
First race sequence 10:55 AM

Sailors of all levels welcome.

Notice of race (NOR) available by email at [email protected]

Bring your boat, bring your family, and enjoy a great day on the water.

Tag someone who needs to get their dinghy out!

Proudly supported by

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Warkworth
New World Warkworth
Rob and Linda - Premium Real Estate Matakana
Matakana ITM
SunDocs
Webster Malcolm Law
McDonald Adams Optometrists
ECM Signs
Buckton Surveyors and Planners