RYA Start Windsurfing

This RYA certificated course is for complete beginners, or those who may have tried windsurfing previously, but need refreshing on the basic techniques. No previous experience is necessary, just a desire to have fun!

Dependent on suitable weather conditions and individual ability, students should cover all elements of the RYA “Start Windsurfing” certificate, giving them the skills to sail where they want to go and return to their starting point in safety.

Course Structure

Day one:

• Introduction to kit, rigging and de-rigging

• Getting started - simulator sessions on beach

• On-water sessions – sailing across the wind

• Steering & upwind turns (tacking)

• Self-rescue

Day two:

• Sailing upwind

• Improving tacking

• Sailing downwind and downwind turns (gybing)

Useful Information

You will receive a hard copy of the gift voucher in the post, along with the booking infomation and your purchase receipt.