Windsurfing Taster Session in Hove

We are located at Hove Lagoon. You will be sent the full address and postcode upon booking, but here is a guide to finding us:

• By Car: We do not have our own car park. There is parking within 150m of Hove Lagoon on Wharf Road opposite Hove Lagoon or there is metered parking on the southside of the A259 Kingsway. There is free parking in the residential area to the north of the A259 Kingsway. There are some resident parking restrictions at certain times of the day on these roads. Please check restrictions when parking.
• By Bike: We have a cycle parking area, don't forget your lock!
• By Bus: Brighton and Hove Bus Company : Route 1, 1A, 6. This service travels along Church Road which is about 3 mins walk to the north of the seafront. Get off at the Wish Road or Brittany Court stops. This service runs from Brighton Station. If you arrive at Hove Station you need to walk directly south to Church Road where you can meet this service. Coastliner 700 service. Stage Coach.
• By Train: We recommend travelling to Portslade station (1 mile from us ) or Hove station (2 miles from us) Brighton station is 3 miles from us.
• By Coach: National Express run many routes to Brighton. Brighton coach station in near the pier which is about 3 miles from us.

What to bring:

• Swimwear: To wear under the wetsuit and buoyancy aid which are provided.
• Towel: We have hot showers so you will need a towel to dry yourself off at the end of your session.
• Bag: To put your wet things in.
• Other stuff: Suitable clothing for the weather on the day. Sunscreen, layers in case the wind gets up, anorak or waterproof jacket.

What not to bring:

• Valuables. We have free lockers in the changing rooms but better safe than sorry.

No, this session is designed for complete beginners. No prior windsurfing experience is required, and our RYA-certified instructors will guide you through the basics step by step.

The session lasts 2 hours, giving you plenty of time to learn the fundamentals of windsurfing, including how to balance, set up the equipment, and sail in a straight line.

We provide all the necessary equipment, including a windsurf board, sail, wetsuit, and buoyancy aid. You just need to bring your own swimwear to wear under the wetsuit and a towel for after the session.

You’ll learn how to balance on the board, set up the windsurfing equipment, and sail in a straight line. By the end of the session, you should be able to make basic turns and windsurf in light winds, though you’ll need further lessons to gain more control and experience.

The Windsurf Taster Session is suitable for participants aged 14 and over. For younger children, we offer dedicated kids’ windsurfing lessons. Please contact us for more details about these sessions.

We run sessions in most weather conditions, including light rain. However, if it’s extremely windy or if there’s lightning, we may need to cancel the session for safety reasons. If this happens, we’ll help you reschedule your session at no extra cost.

We offer full facilities at Hove Lagoon, including changing rooms, hot showers, and lockers to store your belongings. There’s also a café on-site where you can grab snacks and drinks after your session. The centre has disabled access to ensure everyone can enjoy their experience.

For safety reasons, we recommend that participants are water confident and able to swim. If you’re not a strong swimmer, please let us know in advance so that we can make suitable adjustments to ensure your safety.

We recommend arriving at least 20 minutes before your session to check in, get changed, and receive your briefing from the instructor. Make sure you have filled out the online disclaimer before arriving.