It would be a pleasure for you to join us and here are the easy steps to get you windsurfing:

1) Register before attending here.

Membership year is 1st of June to 31st May. Organised sailing sessions during daylight saving and high tide at Christchurch Estuary from Scott Park. The winter brings less regular winds and may open adhoc. Membership options are:

  • Youth (under 19 years at 1st June) - $40 per season.
  • Student (under 21 years and attending a tertiary institution) - $50 per season.
  • Senior (19 years and over) - $70 per season.
  • Family - $100 per season (Total of 5 members).
  • Non-NZ resident or casual member - $0.00, pay per session.
  • Just friends - $0.00, DIY free sail, join the chat and be in the know.

Payment by bank transfer or cash on attendance. Community Card holders we offer a 50%.

Minimum age is subject to maturity and motivation. Under 13yrs requires direct parent supervision, shorter sessions to manage student energy, warmth, patience and most of all their enjoyablity. Our small inflatable rig and 1.5mtr sails have been used by 8yrs plus subject to the conditions. Please contact us to discuss

2) Book a sailing session here - We'll advertise sessions when tide/instructor/beachmaster and wind is available.

  • Beginner Training - First outing, tacks, gybes, beach/water start to certificate.
    • Youth & Student - $10 per 2hr session
    • Senior - $25 per 2hr session
    • Non-NZ residents or casual member $100 per 2hr session
  • Freesail - Beginners have kit priority, else first come first served, must be a competent sailor for conditions.
    • ​​​​​​​All members $0 per session
    • Non-NZ residents $70 per session
    • More detail on Freesail here

Want to change your booking or cancel? See your confirmation email to change your booking. If on the day, please also message us on Facebook or on WhatsApp Estuary Group.

3) Get some wetsuit booties or find an old pair of trainers to protect your feet.

4) Turn up at Scott Park with some sunscreen, hat, booties and recommend bring a wetsuit. We have some wetsuits but mainly child/small/mediums. On the warmer days (20DegC+) you'll get away with swimming togs and a top.

  • Drinking water is on site, sometimes an ice cream van during the day. Bring snacks.
  • On the day, one of our instructors will tailor the tuition for the beginners and we'll get you going. We have the gear and water ready, fingers crossed for good winds.
  • Training is for a 2hr period, this mayby extended by the instructor if safe to do so. Assume a 3hr visit after washing and putting your gear away. Freesailors with approval by the duty instructor or beach master may extend their session until the shed mast be locked and secured (normally with very high tides and short fins). 

5) Keep in the loop:

  • Facebook page link here (General news and pictures can be found of the)
  • WhatsApp Community link here (chat for random late notice freesail opening or road trips to the harbour/lakes/sea) 

Updated Feb 2026