Sailing Academy - Why Us?

Dinghy Rigging

Kerikeri High School has a proud sailing tradition with a history of national and international titles. Many of our students have gone on to distinguished sailing careers and competed at the highest levels of the sport.

Our tutors have considerable experience in a wide range of boats, regattas and sailing conditions. They have spent many years teaching and passing on their knowledge and expertise.

The Sailing Academy owns or has access to excellent facilities including a fleet of 30 boats, shore facilities at Lake Manuwai and The Kerikeri Cruising Club, and the waters of Lake Manuwai and The Bay of Islands.

The Academy has close ties with Yachting New Zealand and The New Zealand Qualifications Authority.