Goa, India
Windsurfing Camp
Windsurfing – This exhilarating Olympic sport combines surfing & sailing on a surf board and can be mastered in our countries very own paradise – Goa! Sportsfort has set the stage on the scenic Dona Paula for Windsurfing master classes from amateur to pro levels by our country’s very own & highly decorated Olympian – Derrick Menezes. This specially designed program is certified by the nationally and internationally recognised – Goa Yachting Association. At leisure, soak in the tranquil beaches of the south & bustling nightlife of the north. Also pamper yourself to mouthwatering delicacies and explore the majestic churches of Goa and cherish many more memorable moments.
ITINERARY
| COURSE | DURATION | CERTIFICATION |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner 3 days |
Teaches you the basics of windsurfing using the right equipment | Along with learning about all equipment and balancing on water on a surfboard, also sail to a chosen point on the water and return to where you started in light winds |
| Intermediate 3 days |
Improve your technique and confidence through new skills including the beach start and an introduction to harness. Program would also include Fast Tacking and Gybing to the next steps of Blasting Control, using the Harness and Foot Straps | Able to sail on all points of the wind in a variety of conditions using faster tacks and the harness. As you progress through this level, you will also be able to use the footstraps and get planing |
| Advanced 3 days |
Dynamic transitions, advanced planing techniques and waterstarts. Carve Gybing and other advanced skills such as advanced carving and bump and jump | Improved Blasting control to aid early planing, tacking on a variety of boards in varying conditions. Master the waterstart and planing Gybe |
EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
- Half day sightseeing – Old Goa
- Exotic Goan dinner at upmarket restaurant
- Sundowner at upmarket beach shack
- River Cruise on The Mandovi
- Trip to enjoy nightlife of Goa
BENEFITS
- Train under decorated Olympian Derrick Menezes and his highly experienced team of sailors
- Learn how to use the sailing equipment and improve your windsurfing skills
- All equipment will be provided for windsurfing
- Competitive Windsurfing races to test the skills learnt
- Program is certified by the Goa Yachting Association
- Sport of Windsurfing increases cardiovascular endurance as several body muscles are used
- Sport of Windsurfing helps in strengthening body core
- Sport of Windsurfing helps burn upto 1000 calories per hour
- Visit famous tourist spots, sight-seeing and learn about local culture
- Medals and certificates will be awarded on completion of the program
INCLUSIONS
