Choosing The Right Windsurfing School Doesn't Have To Be Trial And Error

First things first

First things first. Back in the day, windsurfing used to be extremely difficult to learn and there was a high level of frustration among novices looking to break into this incredible water sports activity. Boards were super narrow and tipped very easily. After a day spent mostly in the water, rather than on top of it, most beginners despised the experience and would be hard pressed to get back out there and try again.

Today, getting into windsurfing and truly enjoying it is easier than ever. This is due, in part, to a significant change in equipment design. The boards are much wider and easier to navigate for the newcomer. This allows for more time spent handling the sail and getting a feel for how the board moves in the water. On top of that, top quality windsurfing schools are popping up around the globe and are the perfect launching pad for the person eager to jump into windsurfing headfirst. There are a couple of things to consider before embarking on your first windsurfing lessons.

Of course, it is important to select a location that is in the peak of the windy season. With a little research, you will find a spot that suits not only your need for wind, but also your budget. The choices are literally endless and can be reached pretty easily no matter where you are on the globe. Some of the hottest windsurfing spots are the Canary Islands, Tarifa, Spain, Rhodes in Greece, and Maui. Once you have the ideal spot, now you are ready to find the right school to receive your windsurfing instruction.

Most schools are going to teach the basics of getting on the board, fundamental positions, uphauling the sail, and beginning sailing techniques, such as tacking and jibing. But if you want to get the most out of your windsurfing school experience, it is important to have a realistic goal in mind by the end of your lesson and a plan for progression that is mapped out in detail by your instructors. You also want to select a school that is going to spend some time on shore going over positions and reviewing basic skills before you head out into the water. A lot of resorts will offer windsurfing lessons where you basically get thrown out there to just fend for yourself with little, if any, real windsurfing instruction. Every class should begin with a warm up time where you stretch and get limber so you can protect against injury.

As a rule, the longer a windsurfing school has been in business, the longer they have been getting positive results from their students. A windsurfing school simply isnt going to make it if it doesnt have people learning the sport and having a good time doing it. Choose the school that has a low student to instructor ratio to make sure that you get all the attention that you need in the beginning. Dont be afraid to ask questions and get feedback on how you are doing with your windsurfing lessons. This is how you are going to get better. The bottom line is this is your time and your money. Make all the inquiries of the staff you need to feel comfortable with your choice. Ask to observe a lesson to see if it is the right learning environment for you. With a little leg work on the front end, you will ensure a great time on the water and a memorable learning experience in an awesome water sports activity.

by: Mike nielson

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