Water Activities

MadLoop Windsurfing & SUP

Perched at the water's edge in Sylvan Park on the shores of Lake Pupuke, Madloop has been putting Aucklanders on the water since 1993. RYA-trained instructor Alan McIntosh and his team cover windsurfing, windfoiling, wingfoiling, and sailing — lessons, school holiday programmes, and equipment rentals all run from the one base on the North Shore.

How muchTe utu: $45–$80
Ages: 9+
WhereKei hea: Milford
Rating: 4.9; 81 on Google

Get directions Their websitemadloop.co.nz

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Milford

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What it is

The lake setting keeps things sheltered and approachable for first-timers. All equipment is provided, so families just need to turn up with togs and a towel. Madloop also offers Hobie cat and Laser sailing, giving older kids and parents a range of ways to get moving on the water.

It suits school-age children and teenagers with a taste for wind sports, as well as parents who fancy having a go themselves. The school's long-running community of returning students says something about the quality of the teaching.

What other parents say

Alexander Joseph3 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best wingfoil lessons in Auckland — highly recommended! Alan and his team at Madloop Windsurf School are simply outstanding. Alan and his son Matthew are not only incredibly talented windsurfers and foilers themselves, but also gifted, patient teachers who stay right by your side throughout every lesson. I had tried to learn wingfoiling on my own before, but only made real progress once I started taking lessons with Alan. Within just two months I advanced enormously — and my son picked up windsurfing almost as a side note! The pricing is very fair, especially the 5-hour package, which offers excellent value for money. If you’re serious about learning wingfoiling or windsurfing, don’t waste time struggling alone — book with Madloop. You won’t regret it! Thanks Alan!

chris hallinan8 months ago

Amazing time - we have done the 4 day school holiday program last 2 years with my children ages from around 10-14yo. Kids thoroughly enjoyed and was a real confidence builder to get out onto the water and learn how to sail along with really great coaches - was also a real positive vibe out there - Allen has all the equipment, great sails, wetsuits everything! Highly recommend.

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lcutier5 months ago

Alan and his family are passionate watermen and women. The lake is a great spot to learn wingfoil. Got a wow moment thanks to Matt who is very didactic. The gears were brand new - Fone. Highly recommend.

Shelley Findlay10 months ago

Allan and his team were fantastic. I’m a 56 yr old female and it was my first time learning to Wing Foil. Lloyd was a great coach and made it very easy to learn. Lake Pupuke was a great place to learn and Allan had all the equipment and wetsuits provided so was easy just to turn up and have a great time. Highly recommend Madloops. Thanks team.

Thomas Goodin9 years ago

Today my Girlfriend and I went for a Stand Up Paddleboard on a calm day at Lake Pupuke through Madloop. We had an awesome time just cruising along enjoying the scenery and beautiful day! What surprised us the most about our experience today was how many young children were out on the water learning how to windsurf or sail! We felt very safe paddling between the beginners as they all had their own personal trainer beside or behind them, teaching them where to go, what to do or what to keep an eye on. I even managed to snap some stressful photos on my phone whilst on the water. There was plenty of parking so getting there was a breeze, just make look out for the park entrance (I have attached a photo of it to this review). Additionally there are toilets right next to the parks in case you forget to go beforehand!

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