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Learn Wing‑Foiling in West Sussex – RYA‑Certified Lessons for Beginners & Improvers
From beginner to improver wing foiling lessons really accelerate your progress with 1-2-1 or private group lessons, available near Chichester, Bracklesham Bay, Bosham, West Wittering, Emsworth, Bognor, and throughout West Sussex, as well as Hayling Island and Portsmouth in Hampshire.
Our RYA-certified instructors utilize techniques from RYA Wingfoil courses, combining innovative training methods with essential core skills to help you advance faster.
Wing Foiling Lesson Levels
- 2.5 - 3 hour lessons
- Private Groups and One to One sessions
- Year round teaching
- First flight to Sustained
First flight or Sustained flight from £90.00
L4 - first flights
The First Flight wing foil lesson, is a combination of on land handling and then on water action for your session, where we will get you on the foil board and aim to get you up and flying.
Getting up on the foil happens when you get enough forward drive, so being comfortable with handling the wing is important and we’ll work on making things as easy as possible for you as this is the most scary phase, being unknown.
Groups and Private
What do we cover in this level 4 lesson
Taking those first steps on the foil is better attempted when you have decent wing handling skills and wind awareness. You may only get a few first flights, with lift and takeoff, but every flight is a winner and we’ll work to develop your understanding of how to control the foil once in flight.
Who should attend:
If you’ve gained experience using the wing and can sail a course, always getting back to your start point.
What we will cover:
- Handling the foil on land and moving into the water.
- Learning how to fall.
- Sailing around off the foil and gaining balance.
- Driving the board for more power.
- Weight distribution to control lift and touch down.
- Lifting to get first flight.
- Next Level
L5 - sustained flights
In our previous lesson you got some short First Flights, so this lesson is all about control and longer flights.
The Sustained Flight Lessons, focus on improving the basic foil techniques you learned on the First Flights Lesson and we get more analytical with what’s going on.
The real wins come from control and better handling of the wing with a greater understanding of how the foil works and fine tuning your body positioning.
One you’ve gained some extra flight time it is just a case of practice and time spent on the water, so you need to get out there with your own kit and start foiling.
Groups and Private
What do we cover in this level 5 lesson
The Sustained Flight lessons is for those of you looking to have more controlled and sustained flight.
After your first flight, your going to need to spend time fine tuning your skills and that includes getting into a more relaxed frame of mind as you fly.
Who should attend:
You’ve probably been trying to foil and now want to improve the basics and get sustained flights.
What we will cover:
- We’ll get back out on the water and immediately start foiling.
- You will shown new methods of control and power creation such as pumping, both on take off and during flight.
- Weight distribution and improved awareness now you’re flying.
- Touch down is another skill you need so you can safely drop off the foil without catapaulting.
Wing‑Foiling Lesson Details – Schedule, Equipment, Progression & Why Choose Us
Find out more about where we teach, useful tips and frequently asked questions about our wing foiling lessons and courses.
when do we run wing foil lessons?
Our wingfoiling lessons run when the conditions are just right. Winds of 14+mph, flat water and high tides if we’re going in the harbour.
We run lessons from 6am to 9pm during the summer, 7 days a week all year.
what equipment do we use?
Our intro to wing foiling equipment uses stable foil boards that make it much easier to get going on the foil if you haven’t tried smaller kit before.
We have larger wings and foils to help generate more power that also makes it easier to get those first flights, whilst your’re developing the skills and techniques.
All of our clients get given a buoyancy aid before hitting the water as you will be heading out into deeper water, further from shore.
the wing foiling Progression Path
Taking your lessons with us means we like to see you really develop the fundamental skills needed. From the First flight to Sustained flights we will build those core skills and understanding.
- First flights
- Sustained flight
why choose our wing foiling lessons?
- We are RYA qualified instructors and deliver an improved course based on the RYA principles.
- We use 2 ways communications headsets by BBTalkin.
- We have the perfect locations for training all levels of wing foiler.
Where We Teach Wing Foiling in West Sussex – Chichester Harbour & Bracklesham Bay
Chichester Harbour is great for first flights
The harbour offers smooth water and clean wind, with plenty of water around the high tide mark.
We sometimes use the rib to head out and find the wind if the direction is a bit off as this can improve the chances of having a great session.
By the Marina is a good spot, but we also use Prinsted, depending on wind direction.
East Head is a lovely spot
Out by the entrance to teh harbour is East Head. This spot offers smooth water and clean wind, a large sandy beach to drop anchor and a good spot to enjoy some good runs.
Bracklesham is good if we get the easterlies
With easterlies and north east winds, we can get some great sessions at Bracklesham beach. A nice grass area to work on some drills then smooth to choppy water.
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Wing‑Foiling Lessons FAQ – Booking, Equipment, Duration & More
How do you book a wing foiling lesson?
We don’t run scheduled lessons as we’re always working around tides and wind.
We have a list of clients who have bought lessons and then we work with them to find an amicable time that works for everyone.
How long does it take to learn to wing foil?
Within 1 lesson, a confident wing surfer will hopefully get their first flight. It’s a short flight with a few crashes in between, but that’s how the learning curve goes. You’ll need to carry on in your own time to gain experience and develop the basic skills, or come back for another go with us if you don’t have your own kit.
What do I need to bring?
You need a towel and comfy clothing to change into after your session as you will be tired and wet. During your foiling session, you could do with a wetsuit and booties if you have them.
Can I book lessons as a gift?
We sell vouchers to people who want to gift a lesson to a friend or family member. These can be redeemed within 12 months.
What ages do we teach in wing foiling?
We have a minimum age of 13 years old for wing foil lessons.
How long is a foiling lesson?
Wing foil lessons last between 2-2.5 hours, both land and water based.
How many lessons do I need?
This really is down to you. If you already windsurf, then things are a lot easier for you. As a total beginner, you’ll probably be looking for a couple of lessons to learn the basics, then develop them.
Do you provide all the kit?
Everything is provided, with a suitable board, foil and wing.
What if the weather/tide isn’t suitable?
Winds of 14+ mph are required to get a beginner up on the foil. this means you need to be comfortable sailing with a wing and steering around, as well as getting back to yor start point.
If we need to reschedule, we will give you warning, but no refunds are offered, just a rebook.
Do you need to be able to swim?
We’re going to be on the water for some time and sailing in deeper water so it is imperative that you’re comfortable and capable in that environment.
