A Simple Guide To Wind Surfing For Beginners

If you're thinking of trying your hand out in surfing without having to worry about big waves wiping you out of your board then you might want to try out wind surfing instead. One advantage of this sport to traditional surfing is that you don’t need big waves to enjoy the activity -- all you need is a stead wind to propel you and perform amazing feats to satisfy your craving for thrill and adventure.

What Is Wind Surfing?

Wind surfing is a surface water sport that can be defined as a combination of both surfing and sailing. A windsurfer uses a modified surfboard with a sail or rigging attached to it. Movement and direction will depend on how you utilize the sail to catch the wind, as well as perform your special tricks and moves.

In most cases, windsurfing can be considered as a laid-back version of surfing since windsurfers don't have to wait for huge waves just to perform their feats. Many consider the attached sail rigging a big limitation to the tricks you can perform as well as to the flexibility of your movement; however, expert windsurfers are known to perform amazing feats with their gears even without the help of a humungous wave.

The Boards

There are different boards used for wind surfing. In most cases, since wind surfing can be considered as a recreational sport, many beginners are often found using Freeride boards for flat waters or light to moderate waves. If you're into the hobby for racing then a Formula Windsurfing Class board is the right gear for you. Other boards for windsurfing includes a Wave Board that is small and lighter for added maneuverability and its wider counterpart called Freestyle boards. If you want speed then a Slalom board should cater to your needs.

Learning from Experts

The best way to learn wind surfing is to let an expert handle your lessons. There is no stopping you from learning the sport from books or watching experts perform their feats on the beach. However, if you really want to improve fast and perform your own feats on the waves then you need an expert to show you the basics, like the equipments, using your gears, how to wind surf, and the likes.

Another advantage of attending a wind surfing class is how your instructors can gauge your current skill and devise a program that promises quick improvement. If you already know how the gear works and you already know the basic in maneuvering the board and rigging then the only thing left for the instructor to do is to show you how to put all your basic knowledge to use with hands-on experience.

There is no quick and easy method in learning wind surfing from scratch. Constant practice in beaches with good wind conditions can be a big help. Your own swimming pool can also help you practice your balance to remain upright on your board. It all boils down to effort and determination, as well as having fun to get yourself into the mood. 
