RYA Courses
Master the wind and waves with our internationally recognized Royal Yachting Association training schemes.
Why Choose an RYA Course?
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is the national governing body for windsurfing in the UK. Our courses follow the proven RYA National Windsurfing Scheme, ensuring you learn safely, effectively, and with recognised progression. Whether you're taking your first steps on a board or looking to master planing gybes, our qualified instructors are here to guide you.
Our Instructors offer Approved RYA Fast Forward (Start, Intermediate and Advanced Plus Levels) and Junior Levels 1 to 4. These are R.Y.A. Nationally established courses.
Recognized Qualification
Earn internationally accepted certificates that prove your competence on the water.
Expert Tuition
Learn from qualified RYA instructors who are passionate about your progress.
Structured Learning
Follow a clear pathway of development from beginner to advanced techniques.
RYA Windsurfing Courses
All levels of Coverack Windsurfing Centre tuition takes place with an Instructor and a Safety boat in attendance for the whole duration.
The Centre boasts two long standing and highly experienced RYA Advanced instructors, including one National Trainer. The centre can accommodate tuition for both junior and adult windsurfing – across all of the RYA scheme from Start Windsurfing to Advanced.
Start Windsurfing
The perfect introduction to the sport. Learn the fundamentals of windsurfing and get up and sailing in no time.
- Rigging and launching the board
- Sailing across the wind
- Basic turning (tacking & gybing)
- Safety and self-rescue techniques
- RYA 'Start Windsurfing' certificate included
Course Pricing & Options
Windsurfing
Royal Yachting Association Courses
R.Y.A. Nationally established courses include the following:
- Launching, starting & standing
- Sailing techniques and stance
- Manoeuvres
- Rigging
- Sailing theory
- Sailing conditions
- Rescue techniques and safety
- Equipment
- Waterstarts
- Carve gybes
- Duck gybes
- Wave riding & jumping
- RYA Fast Forward Scheme to Advanced Planning Plus
Weather Dependencies
Windsurfing is naturally dependent on the weather. While we always aim to run courses as scheduled, instructor discretion is final regarding safety. If conditions are unsuitable, we will reschedule your lesson or offer alternative theory sessions where appropriate.
What to Bring
We provide wetsuits, buoyancy aids, and all windsurfing equipment. You should bring swimwear to wear under the wetsuit, a towel, old trainers or wetsuit boots to protect your feet, and warm clothes for after the session. Don't forget sunscreen and a water bottle!
Group Sizes & Ratios
To ensure quality tuition and safety, we maintain strict student-to-instructor ratios. Beginner groups are capped at 6 students per instructor, while advanced clinics may have smaller groups to allow for more personalized video analysis and feedback.
