Do you fancy trying a new sport during your upcoming summer holiday? If you’re heading for a beachclub, the availability of watersports will be inevitable and, depending on the resort you choose, the selection available could be exhaustive. If you have chosen a windsurfing holiday this year, you could take the pick from some breathtaking resorts in which to hone your windsurfing skills.
If you have never even tried windsurfing before, you’re in for a treat. While you may think that it requires substantial strength, it’s suitable for anyone with a will to learn something new. It’s all about balance and developing the right techniques to make sure you stay on the board and can navigate the waves successfully.
Before you head off on your first lesson, brush up on your knowledge of the equipment you’ll need to master if you’re to do well at the sport.
Surfboard – You’ll likely be shown how to stand on it for the first time on the shore or in the shallow waters. It may seem obvious, but it needs to be able to float when you’re standing on it. The board will have a fin underneath at the back which enables the board to steer.
Sail – This is the piece of equipment that moves the board. As a beginner, you shouldn’t be using a sail that is bigger than 4.5m2 – the sizes will be marked on the sails but your tutor should organise the perfect kit for you.
Boom – This is the part of the sail that you hold on to, so that you can control the sail and manoeuvre the board. It’s attached the mast that connects vertically with the sail. At the bottom of the mast, there’s a flexible joint called the mast base, which helps you to move the sail around.
Uphaul – This is a piece of rope that helps to pull the sail out of the water.
The windsurfing experts will show you how to set up the board and take your first steps on the water, giving you a great opportunity to master a new sport and be active this summer.
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