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Nelson Yacht Club

Nelson Yacht Club runs regular learn to sail courses through the summer for both adults and children.

If you have ever seen us all out on the water and thought about giving it a go then we can help. Our professional sailing coach will introduce you to the sport in a fun and supportive learning environment.

Boats available for hire: Topaz Uno & Omega


 

Services:
Hire a boat,
Inclusive sailing,
Learn to sail - Dinghy (Adults),
Learn to sail - Dinghy (Children)
Region:
Nelson/Marlborough
Usual Sailing Waters:
Nelson Haven / Tasman Bay
Phone number:
Physical Address:

322 Wakefield Quay
Nelson 7010
New Zealand

Location

-41.265883, 173.266946

Postal Address:

322 Wakefield Quay
Nelson 7010
New Zealand

Committee/Staff
Name:
Tim Fraser-Harris
Role:
Manager,
Secretary,
Treasurer
Email:
manager@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz
Mobile
Name:
Justin Fletcher
Role:
Commodore
Email:
commodore@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz
Mobile
Name:
Sandra Williams
Role:
Vice Commodore
Email:
vc@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz
Mobile
Name:
John MacDuff
Role:
Rear Commodore
Email:
rc@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz
Mobile
Name:
Kat Banks
Role:
Coach/Instructor
Email:
chiefinstructor@nelsonyachtclub.org.nz

Upcoming events at this club

  • 2026 Whakatu Regatta

    Regatta
    Nelson Yacht Club
    Event date:
    -

    Traditionally held over the middle weekend in January, Nelson Yacht Club's Whakatu Regatta is scheduled at a great time for families to visit the Nelson & Tasman region and enjoy some fantastic sea breeze sailing in Te Tai-O-Aorere / Tasman Bay.

  • Nelson Wingfoil Regatta 2026

    Regatta
    Nelson Yacht Club
    Event date:
    -

    Yeeeeeouw. Exciting times! Nelson Yacht Club is set to host the first WingFoil Regatta in the South Island.