Introduction

For those of you who don’t know what sailing is or couldn’t even begin to explain where the ”tiller” is located on a 420 then this is probably the place to start! During the summer school terms we run a comprehensive Learn to sail program which follows the Yachting New Zealand guidelines. We have a fleet of 8great two man 420′s that can be learned in as well as optimists for younger kids. This means that after a term or so at TRIYA you should be able to come out with a big smile, and take some of your mates out for a spin on the water in one of our speedy 420′s.

Have a Go:

Each ear TRIYA runs a have a go day where you can come down and try out one of our 420′s on the water with an experienced sailor in a fun enjoyable environment. Click here to check out our have a go day page

Course Content:

Level 1: An introduction to Dinghy sailing

• Safety and Wind Awareness
• Parts of the Boat and Knots
• Capsize
• Sailing
• Rigging
• Boat Handling
• Capsize and Recovery and Getting Out Of Irons
• Upwind and Downwind
• Rules

Level 2: Basic Sailing Skills

• Rigging
• Safety
• Weather and Tide
• The Five Essentials
• Launching and Retrieving
• Sailing
• Rules and Hiking

Cost

Check our enrolment page.

What you Need

TRIYA supplies you with all the necessary gear including the boat, Buoyancy Aid and spray jacket. However you will need to bring some wet weather gear that will keep you warm out on the water. We recommend a wetsuit or poly props as well as your togs. You are also advised to bring sunblock and a drink bottle.

Coaching

All coaching is preformed in alignment with Yachting New Zealand’s learn to sail programme by Yachting New Zealand Qualified Instructors. Upon completing our courses you will be awarded with a Yachting New Zealand learn to sail certificate

Safety 

We have 2 coaching safety boats for our coaches that keep a watchful eye on you while you’re on the water. Bouancy aids must be worn by everyone at all times, TRIYA supplies these if you don’t have one.

Still Got Questions on Learn to Sail?

Post any questions you have that others may be intereseted in on our L2S blog otherwise email the coach at coach@TRIYA.co.nz