This is a free checkout session for experienced L2 windsurfer willing to pass the L2.5 level and get access to foiling and larger sails.
Prerequisites:
- registered as a UBC Sailing Club member for the current season
- at least 10 times on the water in a range of conditions after completing L2 windsurfing
- being comfortable with every L2 skills
- wetsuit
First you will sail using a medium board and will be tested on your skills to get the L2.5 level. The test may include the following skills :
- Gybe and tack.
- Using the harness (saves your arms).
- Beach start (helps prepare you to learn water starts).
- Taking proper care of the lighter and more delicate intermediate equipment in a safe manner, including thorough inspection before and after use.
- Knowing the right-of-way, show awareness of your surroundings on the water, avoid obstacles and stay within the intermediate area.
- Selecting appropriate gear for the conditions.
- Being able to self-rescue back to shore at any point.
After that you will learn how to take care of the foils, as well as the basics of foiling.
What should you wear? Please look at this page.