The Windsurfing
The Windsurfing
Abu Soma offers epic windsurfing conditions - flat, warm, shallow water and thermally accelerated wind - a perfect spot for every level of windsurfer.
It is a great place to begin, or to develop your skills – you can practice your gybes and freestyle in the lee of the long sand bank, on glassy waters with no distractions.
Year round cross shore winds ensure quality water time with average winds blowing F5 from February to October and sometimes even later in the season. Winter months mean 7.0 m weather and bigger boards for blasting or light-wind freestyle.
Abu Soma is a great destination for windsurfing families with the hotel just a short walk from the centre, plenty of additional activities like horse-riding and tennis. There are also kids clubs, children’s pools & play area and babysitting can be booked locally.
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| Beginners | 10/10 |
| Intermediates | 10/10 |
| Advanced | 9/10 |
| Waveriders | n/a |
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| Best months: | Jan - Dec |
| Flat water: | Yes |
| Choppy water: | Yes |
| Shallow water: | Yes |
| Waves: | No |
| Tidal: | Yes |
The Centre, Courses & Kit
The Centre
The windsurfing centre is a 5 minute walk from the main swimming pool of the Palm Royale Hotel where there is a great range of JP & Fanatic windsurf kit for you to enjoy in world-renowned conditions. Whether you enjoy blasting or freestyle and whatever your ability, this is the resort to take your sailing to the next level. As you will see below, there are courses for all levels, private tuition or just clock up the water time.
To discuss which course best suits you,
please call 01273 224 069 or request a quotation.
| Tuition | Price |
|---|---|
| 5-8 Hour Beginner Course
Covers safety, kit set up, wind awareness, uphauling & tacking, culminating in getting going and sailing the board backwards and forwards. 2-4 students & including equipment. |
£139 |
| 5-8 hours Advanced Course
For the intermediate or advanced sailor looking to learn waterstarts, carve gybes or further dynamic manoeuvre. |
£145 |
| Private Tuition per hour
Complete your next trick with intense one to one tuition. |
£45 |
| Rental | Price |
|---|---|
| Kit: Fanatic boards & Neil Pryde sails. JP boards available at a supplement | |
| 7 day Equipment Rental | £175 |
| 14 day Equipment Rental | £265 |
| Storage | Price |
|---|---|
| Includes secure overnight storage. | |
| 7 day Equipment Storage | £45 |
| 14 day Equipment Storage | £89 |
NB. The above prices are based on the currency rate applicable at the time of writing and may be subject to fluctuation.
