New Plymouth Yacht Club , is located on the western end of Ngamotu beach within the harbour at New Plymouth. From here the club enjoys some of the countries best sailing waters and perfect dingy launching from the beach, with trailer yachts launching from the boat ramp at the eastern end of the beach. The club has plenty of boat storage in the compound and undercover which is available to members with boats that race regularly Racing may be viewed from the club or from the end of the lee breakwater, or from several high vantage points nearby. The club has a strong and active membership from young upcoming juniors to old salts.