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Gliding silently above the water on an electric-powered hydrofoil board is one of the most exciting watersports experiences available today. This two-hour session gives you the chance to learn on a state-of-the-art e-foil board with experienced instructors who will help you build confidence and progress at your own pace. With two teaching locations available depending on the conditions, you'll have the best possible opportunity to experience the feeling of flying above the water.
Your session begins with a full safety briefing and introduction to the equipment. Your instructor will explain how the e-foil works, including the board, hydrofoil and wireless hand controller used to control your speed. You'll learn the correct body position, how to balance as the board rises above the water, and the safest way to recover after a fall. With only two boards on the water at a time, you'll spend plenty of time practising rather than waiting on the shore.
Sessions are usually held at Earnse Bay, which is only a short walk from the school, making it quick and easy to get onto the water. However, the bay is affected by the tides and isn't suitable every day. If the tide or weather conditions aren't suitable, your session will be moved to Coniston Water, around a 40-minute drive from the school, where conditions are often more reliable. To allow for this flexibility, please avoid making other plans on the day of your booking, as you may need to travel to the alternative location.
Once you're on the water, you'll begin at a gentle pace before gradually increasing speed and allowing the foil to lift you clear of the surface. The sensation is smooth, quiet and unlike almost any other watersport. Throughout the session, your instructor will provide individual coaching to help you improve, giving you the opportunity to progress from your first attempts to confidently gliding across the water.
Training takes place at one of two locations, depending on the conditions on the day.
Earnse Bay on Walney Island is the main teaching location and is just a couple of minutes' walk from the school. The gently shelving beach provides excellent learning conditions whenever the tides are suitable.
If the weather or tides make Earnse Bay unsuitable, sessions are moved to Coniston Water, approximately 40 minutes away by road. Having two locations available gives you the best possible chance of getting out on the water rather than having your session cancelled. Your instructor will confirm the meeting location before your session.
No previous e-foil or watersports experience is required, making this session suitable for complete beginners. Participants must be at least 12 years old and should have a reasonable level of fitness, as balancing on the board and climbing back on after a fall requires some physical effort. You should also be comfortable in open water and able to swim.
Please wear swimwear or board shorts, with a towel and a change of clothes for afterwards. Wetsuits are available if required. As sessions are weather and tide dependent, the meeting location may change between Earnse Bay and Coniston Water. Please keep your day flexible and allow enough time to travel to either location if needed.
With more than 20 years of watersports experience, you'll be learning from instructors who know how to make the most of local conditions while keeping every session safe, enjoyable and rewarding. Having access to both Earnse Bay and Coniston Water means the team can choose the most suitable location on the day, giving you the best possible chance of getting on the water.
Sessions are limited to just two participants at a time, allowing for plenty of one-to-one coaching throughout. Modern, stable e-foil boards make learning straightforward while still providing an experience you'll remember long after you've stepped back onto dry land.
No prior experience is needed at all — this session has been specifically designed to welcome complete beginners. Your instructor will guide you through everything from scratch, starting with a thorough briefing on the equipment and safety procedures before you enter the water.
That said, if you do have a background in surfing, wakeboarding, or other board sports, you may find the initial learning curve slightly shorter. Either way, the two-hour session gives you ample time to make meaningful progress regardless of your starting point.
Participants must be at least 12 years of age to take part. Younger children are not permitted on the e-foil boards, as a certain level of physical strength and coordination is needed to control the equipment safely.
Participants aged 12 to 17 will need parental or guardian consent before taking part. If you're booking on behalf of a young person, please ensure they are comfortable in open water and aware of the safety requirements ahead of the session.
There are two e-foil boards available, so sessions can accommodate up to two participants at a time. This keeps things personal and ensures both riders receive proper attention from the instructor throughout.
If you're booking as a larger group, it's possible to arrange back-to-back sessions or split across multiple time slots. Get in touch ahead of booking to discuss the best arrangement for your group.
Wear swimwear or board shorts to the session. Wetsuits are available if required, and wearing a swimsuit or shorts underneath is recommended. Bring a towel, a change of clothes for afterwards, and footwear that can get wet.
Avoid bringing valuables you wouldn't want to get wet or damaged. Sunscreen is a good idea for summer sessions, and if you wear glasses or contact lenses, be aware that falls into the water are possible, particularly during the early stages of learning.
Falling off is a completely normal part of learning to e-foil, and the session is run with your safety as the top priority. All participants wear a personal flotation device, and the hand controller is designed so that releasing it immediately cuts the motor power.
The waters at Earnse Bay are shallow and well suited to the activity, and your instructor will be on the water with you at all times. The centre holds an Adventure Activities Licence through the AALA/HSE, providing additional assurance that all safety standards are rigorously maintained.
E-foil sessions are weather and tide dependent. If conditions are unsuitable — due to high winds, heavy rain, or an unfavourable tide — the team will contact you as early as possible to discuss rescheduling. Safety always comes first, and sessions will not go ahead in conditions that put participants at risk.
It's worth checking the forecast in the days leading up to your booking. The team are always happy to advise on what conditions are typical for the time of year — the colder months can produce excellent flat-water conditions, while summer tends to offer warmer, more consistent weather.
Basic swimming ability is strongly recommended, as the session takes place in open water and falls from the board are likely during the early stages of learning. You don't need to be a competitive swimmer, but you should be comfortable and confident in the water.
All participants wear a personal flotation device throughout the session, which provides additional safety in the event of a fall. If you have any concerns about your swimming ability, it's best to discuss these with the team before booking.
Sessions are usually held at Earnse Bay on the northern end of Walney Island, which is just a couple of minutes' walk from the school. Parking is available nearby at West Shore Car Park (LA14 3YR).
As e-foil sessions are weather and tide dependent, they may instead take place at Coniston Water, approximately 40 minutes' drive from the school, if conditions at Earnse Bay aren't suitable. You'll be contacted in advance to confirm the meeting location if a change is needed, so please keep your day flexible and avoid making other plans around your booking.
If you're travelling by public transport, Barrow-in-Furness railway station has direct connections to Carlisle and the West Coast Main Line. Walney Island is around a 15–20 minute taxi journey from the station.
Chris is a friendly guy and provides great service and advice.
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