Windsurfing in Sydney

Balmoral Windsurfing, Sailing, and Kayak School. Balmoral Windsurfing, Sailing, and Kayak School runs classes from its base at this north-side harbor beach. Windsurfing lessons start from A$120 per hour, sailing from A$285 for four hours of lessons over a two-day period. The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, Sydney, NSW, 2088. 02/9960-5344. www.sailboard.net.au.

Rose Bay Aquatic Hire. Rose Bay Aquatic Hire has joined forces with kayak operator Oz Paddle. They now rent motorboats, kayaks, and catamarans. The cost is from A$50 per hour for a catamaran; some sailing experience is required to rent these boats. Kayaks are also available for rent from A$20 for the first hour; motorboat rentals cost A$60 per hour for the first hour, other prices apply thereafter. 1 Vickery Ave., Rose Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2029. 04/1623-9543 or 04/1612-3339.