Zoetermeerse Watersportvereniging Noord-Aa
Zoetermeerse Watersportvereniging Noord-Aa is a watersports club in Zoetermeer on the Zoetermeerse Plas, formerly Noord-Aa, centrally located near Leidschendam-Voorburg, The Hague, Leiden and Rotterdam. The marina offers berths for sailing boats and electric fishing boats, storage for surfboards, kayaks, canoes and SUPs, and space for boat trailers; members can hire club boats and join shared-boat sailing. During the watersports season from late May to late September there is youth sailing on Sundays, CWO sailing weeks in the summer holidays, and keelboat courses for juniors and adults on selected Wednesdays and Sundays. Each year the club runs seven club races for members and non-members, with the clubhouse and spacious terrace as the social hub. Since 1977 many people have learned to sail here; a CWO instructor team supports beginners and advanced sailors.
History
Zoetermeerse Watersportvereniging Noord-Aa has existed since 1977 at the finest spot in Zoetermeer on the Zoetermeerse Plas, formerly Noord-Aa. Since its founding many people have learned to sail at the club; a large team of CWO instructors continues that tradition. The club combines relaxation, enjoyment and shared experience with a marina, clubhouse and large terrace right by the water. Members can hire sailing boats, join shared-boat sailing and rent berths or boxes; stand-up paddleboards and kayaks are also available. The 1993 statutes, the 2020 house rules and current tariff and integrity decisions document the club’s organisation. Today the club offers youth sailing, CWO summer weeks, keelboat training and seven annual club races for members and guests.
Information
Facilities
Marina with berths for sailing and electric fishing boats, storage for surfboards, kayaks, canoes and SUPs, boat trailer parking, clubhouse with terrace and coffee bar, storage boxes and winter storage
Activities
Youth sailing, CWO sailing weeks and multi-day courses, keelboat courses for juniors and adults, seven club races per season, shared-boat sailing, boat hire for members, taster and preparation days
Youth section
Youth sailing on Sundays in season (ages 6–18) in Optimist, Laser Pico and Laser; CWO summer weeks and multi-day courses with recognised CWO diploma or progress record
Parking
Yes, trailer parking on site
Guest berths
Berths for members only