
Course and qualification
Learn to Wingsurf
Quick answers
What to know about Learn to Wingsurf
- Which schemes include it?
- Wingsurfing, RYA.
- How is it taught?
- Afloat.
- Where can I take it?
- 29 published training providers are currently linked below.
About this course
The RYA Learn to Wingsurf course introduces participants to the basics of wingsurfing. Participants learn how to control the wing, balance on the board, and steer effectively in light winds. The course emphasizes safety, fun, and building confidence. By the end, participants will have the foundational skills needed to progress to wingfoiling or more advanced wingsurfing techniques.
Course fundamentals
| Minimum age | None (contact individual centres for under 16s) |
|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 4 hours |
| Course content | An introductory course providing a basic introduction to winging. This course is split into two: flying the wing ashore and getting afloat. Together, these sessions provide the fundamentals of wing control, translating its power into forward momentum and steering whilst reinforcing the core skills of board balance to enable you to travel across the wind a short distance, gybe and return to the start point. |
| Certificate or qualification | Having achieved these skills ashore, you will use a board such as a windsurfer (with centreboard) or WindSUP. You will be able to launch and land safely, sailing across the wind, steering towards and away from the wind, and carrying out a basic gybe. |
Prerequisites
No prerequisite
No previous experience is required.
Training providers
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- Training & Teaching
Blithfield Sailing Club Ltd
Explore Blithfield Sailing Club Ltd, a Clubs & Organisations listing in Rugeley, Staffordshire, United Kingdom.
Rugeley, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
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- Training & Teaching
Queen Mary Sailing Club
Explore Queen Mary Sailing Club, a Clubs & Organisations listing in Ashford, Middlesex, United Kingdom.
Ashford, Middlesex, United Kingdom
- Training & Teaching
Andrew Simpson Centre – Birmingham
Explore Andrew Simpson Centre – Birmingham, a Training & Teaching listing in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
- Training & Teaching
Ghyll Head Outdoor Education Centre
Explore Ghyll Head Outdoor Education Centre, a Training & Teaching listing in Windermere, Cumbria, United Kingdom.
Windermere, Cumbria, United Kingdom
- Training & Teaching
Sail and Paddle Ltd
Explore Sail and Paddle Ltd, a Training & Teaching listing in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom.
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
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- Training & Teaching
Stithians Lake
Explore Stithians Lake, a Clubs & Organisations listing in Lifton, Devon, United Kingdom.
Lifton, Devon, United Kingdom
- Training & Teaching
Calshot Activities Centre
Explore Calshot Activities Centre, a Training & Teaching listing in Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
- Training & Teaching
Rye Watersports
Explore Rye Watersports, a Training & Teaching listing in Rye, East Sussex, United Kingdom.
Rye, East Sussex, United Kingdom









