Wing foiling in The Lake District
Part wind power, part board sport, wing foiling is the newest way to explore the lake. Start by learning the ropes on a paddleboard, then take to the foil and glide above the water's surface. With expert instructors and all the gear provided, it’s a fresh challenge for those ready to try something different on Ullswater.
Wing surfing lessons on Ullswater
An RYA-approved introductory lesson designed for people who have no previous wing surfing or wing foiling experience.
Cost: £100 per person (max four people)
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Start from our private lakefront launch area
Includes: Introduction to wing handling on land and water using a stable SUP or windsurf board
Group: Maximum 4 people per session. Ages 13+ under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
All equipment, including wetsuits, buoyancy aid and helmet will be provided.
Wing foiling lessons on Ullswater
Once you've mastered wing surfing, this RYA-approved lesson is aimed at those ready to progress on to the foil.
Cost: £150 per person
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Launch from our private lakefront area with foiling-ready equipment
Includes: One-to-one progression session introducing foiling techniques and first lift-offs
Group: One-to-one session. Ages 13+ under 18s must be accompanied by an adult
All equipment including wetsuits, buoyancy aid and helmet will be provided.
What you'll learn during your lesson:
During this session you will gain the necessary skills to experience your first flights on the foil using the power of the wing! The lesson will include:
How to risk asses the launch site
How to set up the foil equipment
How to launch and land with the foil board and wing
How to fall safely
First flights on foil
This session is the starting point which will put you on the pathway to becoming a competent wing surfer or progressing to Wing foiling. The lesson will include:
Launch area risk assessment
How to set the equipment up
How to handle the wing on land
Developing power with the wing
Self Rescue Techniques
Handling the wing and board when entering the water
Transitioning from in the water to standing on the board
Riding on the board on the water at various angles to the wind
Turning the board