Wind Surfing
Join us for the 2025 Youth Summer Program at the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron, where adventure meets the water! This summer, young sailors will have the exciting opportunity to learn and master windsurfing, building confidence and skills in a fun, supportive environment. Whether they’re beginners or looking to refine their technique, our experienced instructors will guide them through the basics of balance, steering, and speed control with plenty of sunshine, fresh air, and waves, it’s the perfect way for kids to stay active and make lasting summer memories!
Set sail for adventure in the 2025 Adult Sailing Program at the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron,, where the thrill of the water meets top-tier instruction. This year, our windsurfing programs are perfect for those looking to harness the wind and glide across the waves with confidence. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the fundamentals or an experienced sailor looking to refine your technique, our expert instructors will help you navigate the sport in a fun and supportive environment. Join us and experience the freedom of sailing like never before!
Youth and Adult Windsurfing Summer Programs
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Youth Introduction to Windsurfing
Age: 10 to 15 years
Duration: 1 week
Cost: Senior Members $225 | Non-Members $250
Prerequisites: None
Discover the thrill of windsurfing in our new Learn to Windsurf Camp! Throughout this program, you'll learn the fundamentals of windsurfing, including how to sail upwind and downwind, as well as how to execute a variety of turns. Our goal is to provide you with the practical techniques needed to navigate with ease, allowing you to build a strong foundation for continued practice and exploration.
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Youth Intermediate Windsurfing
Age: 10 to 15 years
Duration: 1 week
Cost: Senior Members $225 | Non-Members $250
Prerequisites: Completion of Learn to Windsurf
Elevate your windsurfing skills in our intermediate course, designed for those ready to advance their abilities on the water who have a basic understanding of windsurfing. This program introduces you to the harness, enhancing your control, and teaches you intermediate tacking and gybing techniques for sharper, more fluid turns. You'll also learn how to harness the wind's power to boost your speed.
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Adult Introduction to Windsurfing
Dates: Weekends following the Foiling Calendar
Cost: Non-Member $100 | Senior Members $85
Learn the basics of windsurfing, with the goal of this course to be able to sail up & down wind as well as turning around a few different ways. The goal is to give you the skills you need to get where you want to go and keep practicing.
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Adult Intermediate Windsurfing
Dates: Weekends following the Foiling Calendar
Cost: Non-Member $100 | Senior Members $85
Prerequisites: Instructor Recommendation after Intro Course OR Email
Take your windsurfing to the next level with the introduction to the harness, intermediate tacks & gybes and even look at turning power into speed!