Key takeaways
- Kitesurfing gives the most freedom and the biggest “wow” once you ride, and it is the main focus of the school.
- Wing foil is the newest of the three: easy to handle on land, but riding on a foil takes patience.
- Windsurfing works well in lighter wind on a big board and is a good light-day option.
- In one week you can do a kite course and still try wing or windsurf on a light day.
All three sports use the same wind and the same water, but they feel very different. The right choice depends on what you want from your week: fast progress, a calm first experience or something new to try when the wind drops.
Kitesurfing
You fly a large kite on lines and ride a small board. Once it clicks, kitesurfing feels effortless: the kite does the pulling, your legs steer. The first days are about learning to control the kite safely, which is why good lessons matter. Most beginners need 9–12 hours to ride on their own.
- Best for: people who want to ride independently by the end of the week.
- At the school: courses from 3 to 12 hours, group or private, all gear included.
Wing foil
You hold an inflatable wing in your hands and ride a board with a hydrofoil underneath. The wing is light and easy to handle on land, and there are no long lines. The challenge is the foil: lifting out of the water and staying balanced takes time. It is a great second sport for kiters and a fun way to use lighter days.
- Best for: riders who already know the basics of wind, or anyone curious to try something new.
- At the school: a 1-hour lesson for about €75, 3 hours for €220, rental €100 a day.
Windsurfing
The sail is attached to the board with a mast, so you stand on a stable platform and steer with your body. On a big, wide board windsurfing works in lighter wind than kiting, which makes it a good option when the breeze is soft. Getting really fast takes years, but the first hours are satisfying.
- Best for: light-wind days, and people who like a stable board under their feet.
- At the school: offered on lighter days, together with SUP.
Do not choose forever. Choose for this week — and try another sport on a light day.
Quick comparison
- Learning to ride on your own: kite — about 9–12 hours; wing — usually longer because of the foil; windsurf — first runs quickly, real speed takes long.
- Wind: kite and wing need a steady breeze; windsurf on a big board is more forgiving in light wind.
- Equipment to carry: kite — compact; wing — compact but the foil is bulky; windsurf — the biggest.
