Beginner to Sea Windsurfing Package

Take your windsurfing from first steps to confident sea sailing with our complete Beginner to Sea progression package. This structured pathway combines the RYA Start Windsurfing course with both RYA Intermediate sessions, helping you build skills gradually with expert coaching and the right equipment at every stage.

Designed for complete beginners and those looking to progress safely, this package develops your skills from learning the basics in a controlled environment to sailing efficiently in more challenging open water conditions. By booking as a package you save £99!

Stage 1 – RYA Start Windsurfing (Beginner)

Start your windsurfing journey with a practical, hands-on introduction across two 4-hour sessions. You will learn the core fundamentals, develop comfort on the water, and begin sailing with support from qualified instructors in a safe, controlled lagoon environment.

What You Will Learn

• Understanding windsurfing equipment and how it works

• Setting up, carrying and handling equipment safely

• Basic safety awareness and understanding conditions

• Getting on and off the board safely

• Correct uphauling technique

• Balanced sailing stance

• Steering and controlling direction

• Turning the board (tacking)

• Sailing across the wind

• Returning safely to your starting point

• Wind awareness and direction control

• Safe launching and landing

• Equipment care and pack down

Stage 2 – RYA Intermediate Course 1

Once you are confident with beginner skills, this session helps you develop stronger, more efficient sailing technique. The focus is on improving stance, sail control, and board balance while introducing harness use to improve control and reduce fatigue.

Course Highlights

• Improved launching and landing skills

• Sailing comfortably on all points of sail

• Harness introduction and safe use

• Faster and more fluid tacks

• Consistent non-planing gybes

• Improved board trim and sail handling

This stage helps you sail more smoothly and efficiently, preparing you for stronger winds and more varied conditions.

Stage 3 – RYA Intermediate Course 2

The final stage develops your ability to sail confidently without beginner aids and introduces more advanced power and board control techniques. You will focus on sailing efficiently in open water and handling changing wind and sea conditions.

Course Highlights

• Sailing without a daggerboard

• Advanced upwind sailing techniques

• Understanding and using rotational sails

• Improved power control and gust management

• Efficient stance and board trim in stronger winds

• Linking manoeuvres and longer sailing runs

By the end of this stage, you will have the skills and knowledge to sail independently and confidently in a range of conditions.

What’s Included

✔ All windsurfing equipment including boards, sails, wetsuits, buoyancy aids, helmets, impact vests and footwear
✔ Full coaching from qualified instructors
✔ Access to clubhouse facilities including changing rooms, hot showers and café
✔ Training in a safe and progressive learning environment

Course Structure

RYA Start Windsurfing: 2 sessions (4 hours each)

RYA Intermediate Course 1: 1 session (4 hours)

RYA Intermediate Course 2: 1 session (4 hours)

Maximum group size: 6 students per session

Prerequisites

Confidence in the water and ability to swim

Minimum age: 14 years old

Younger participants can attend private lessons or junior courses