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YOUTH GLIDE NEW ZEALAND

Welcome

ABOUT
YOUTH GLIDE
NEW ZEALAND

Youth Glide New Zealand (YGNZ) is a not-for-profit organisation that was founded in 2006 to help promote and support the sport of gliding among young people in New Zealand.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Stay up-to-date on the latest events and opportunities to get involved in the sport of gliding. Whether you are just starting out or a seasoned youth pilot our events have something to offer everyone.

  • George Rogers Memorial - Papawai Youth Glide Camp
    George Rogers Memorial - Papawai Youth Glide Camp
    Fri, 25 Oct
    Papawai
    25 Oct 2024, 9:00 am – 27 Oct 2024, 5:00 pm
    Papawai, Papawai 5794, New Zealand
    25 Oct 2024, 9:00 am – 27 Oct 2024, 5:00 pm
    Papawai, Papawai 5794, New Zealand
    The annual George Rogers memorial YG camp hosted in Greytown at the Wellington Wairarapa Gliding club.
  • Matamata Youth Soaring Development Camp 2024
    Matamata Youth Soaring Development Camp 2024
    Mon, 16 Dec
    Matamata
    16 Dec 2024, 8:00 am – 20 Dec 2024, 5:00 pm
    Matamata, Matamata Aerodrome, SH 27, Matmata 3474, New Zealand
    16 Dec 2024, 8:00 am – 20 Dec 2024, 5:00 pm
    Matamata, Matamata Aerodrome, SH 27, Matmata 3474, New Zealand
  • YSDC Omarama 2024/2025
    YSDC Omarama 2024/2025
    Mon, 13 Jan
    Omarama Airfield
    13 Jan 2025, 5:00 pm – 19 Jan 2025, 3:00 pm
    Omarama Airfield, Omarama 9412, New Zealand
    13 Jan 2025, 5:00 pm – 19 Jan 2025, 3:00 pm
    Omarama Airfield, Omarama 9412, New Zealand
    Gliding in Omarama… it’s the best place for gliding and soaring for all experience levels!

WHAT
WE DO

We host and support a variety of initiates, programs and events to help young glider pilots pursue their passion. We support youth by helping provide opportunities to learn to fly gliders, develop their skills, and gain experience in a safe and supportive environment. 

BECOME A
MEMBER

Our membership is a great way to stay involved with the sport of gliding and to support the development of young glider pilots in New Zealand. 

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