Frequently Asked Questions

Can I join if I'm not a student or am a student from another university?

We are a 100% student run club for students of the University of Auckland. But, if you're young (or young at heart) and send it hard on and off the water you're welcome to join us ;) NOTE: For the security of our gear we are unable to rent gear to travellers unless they are students on exchange at the UOA.
What does my membership get me?

As a member, you get discounts at local kitesurfing retailers, discounted lessons, access to our top-of-the-line gear, epic social events and so much more. As a member, you also get access to our members only facebook page. The Facebook page includes weather updates from our designated "Sessions Manager" with tips on what spot to hit for the specific wind direction, strength and your ability. On this page, we arrange to carpool to kite sessions and share general club yarns/ updates. If you're still not convinced, check out our Facebook and Instagram to check out what we get up to!
Can I join if I have never kitesurfed in my life?

Yes! Totally! As a club, we provide the ultimate pathway to get into kitesurfing. After you've utilised the club's discounted lessons you can hire our gear and come out with us for sessions. At these sessions, our advanced riders will be able to keep an eye on you and help you out if you run into strife!
Can I get a refund on my membership?

Unfortunately we have a strict no-refunds policy on membership fees
How much is this club going to cost me?

After the membership fee, you'll need to get lessons if you haven't kited before. Lessons through the club are half price at $250. After that, you can hire our top-of-the-line gear for $5-$30 per item.

Can I join if I'm not a student or am a student from another university?

We are a 100% student run club for students of the University of Auckland. But, if you're young (or young at heart) and send it hard on and off the water you're welcome to join us ;) NOTE: For the security of our gear we are unable to rent gear to travellers unless they are students on exchange at the UOA.
What does my membership get me?

As a member, you get discounts at local kitesurfing retailers, discounted lessons, access to our top-of-the-line gear, epic social events and so much more. As a member, you also get access to our members only facebook page. The Facebook page includes weather updates from our designated "Sessions Manager" with tips on what spot to hit for the specific wind direction, strength and your ability. On this page, we arrange to carpool to kite sessions and share general club yarns/ updates. If you're still not convinced, check out our Facebook and Instagram to check out what we get up to!
Can I join if I have never kitesurfed in my life?

Yes! Totally! As a club, we provide the ultimate pathway to get into kitesurfing. After you've utilised the club's discounted lessons you can hire our gear and come out with us for sessions. At these sessions, our advanced riders will be able to keep an eye on you and help you out if you run into strife!
Can I get a refund on my membership?

Unfortunately we have a strict no-refunds policy on membership fees
How much is this club going to cost me?

After the membership fee, you'll need to get lessons if you haven't kited before. Lessons through the club are half price at $250. After that, you can hire our top-of-the-line gear for $5-$30 per item.

Can I join if I'm not a student or am a student from another university?

We are a 100% student run club for students of the University of Auckland. But, if you're young (or young at heart) and send it hard on and off the water you're welcome to join us ;) NOTE: For the security of our gear we are unable to rent gear to travellers unless they are students on exchange at the UOA.
What does my membership get me?

As a member, you get discounts at local kitesurfing retailers, discounted lessons, access to our top-of-the-line gear, epic social events and so much more. As a member, you also get access to our members only facebook page. The Facebook page includes weather updates from our designated "Sessions Manager" with tips on what spot to hit for the specific wind direction, strength and your ability. On this page, we arrange to carpool to kite sessions and share general club yarns/ updates. If you're still not convinced, check out our Facebook and Instagram to check out what we get up to!
Can I join if I have never kitesurfed in my life?

Yes! Totally! As a club, we provide the ultimate pathway to get into kitesurfing. After you've utilised the club's discounted lessons you can hire our gear and come out with us for sessions. At these sessions, our advanced riders will be able to keep an eye on you and help you out if you run into strife!
Can I get a refund on my membership?

Unfortunately we have a strict no-refunds policy on membership fees
How much is this club going to cost me?

After the membership fee, you'll need to get lessons if you haven't kited before. Lessons through the club are half price at $250. After that, you can hire our top-of-the-line gear for $5-$30 per item.