The Windsurfing

The Windsurfing

What makes Maui so special is that it is a year round windsurfing destination. Different winds blow throughout the seasons; summer brings endless days of wind while the winter brings the most consistent waves. To get a good mix of both then spring is also a great time to travel.

Hawaii is the original sunshine state surrounded by the most amazing lush vegetation and landscapes and of course the mecca for windsurfers. Home to numerous world champions and a seasonal training ground for others, Maui has flat water, reefs, white sandy beaches and of course monster waves – this place has it all!

There is a reason Maui is called the Mecca of windsurfing. People make the pilgrimage daily from all around the world to pay homage to the winds and seas of Hawaii. It is a perfect place for beginners and intermediate sailors to learn and progress their skills in warm waters, year round. Maui is also the home of Ho’okipa, where professionals come to fine tune their windsurfing acrobatics! Most sailing spots around the world have their great days…. and Maui is one of the best that brings the winds and waves to your doorstep almost every day!

Suitability
Beginners7/10
Intermediates8/10
Advanced10/10
Waveriders10/10
Conditions
Best months:Jan - Dec
Flat water:Some
Choppy water:Some
Shallow water:Some
Waves:Yes
Tidal:Yes

Centre, Courses & Kit

The Centre

Kahalui on the North Shore is where you will find the hire centre and the latest Neil Pryde rigs & JP boards. Lessons are taught at Kanaha Beach Park which is a beautiful spot for windsurfing, kitesurfing and picnicking. It is a half mile stretch of sand with two small jetties defining the protected swim area. A full-time team of life guards watches over the park area which has showers, bathrooms and plenty of parking. Light wind is typical for the morning hours, and by noon the wind is strong enough for shortboard sailing.

From Slalom sailing in Kihei to the south, wave sailing on the North Shore and smooth shallow-water at Kanaha Beach Park, Maui has it all!

To discuss which course best suits you,
please call 01273 224 069 or request a quotation.

Tuition Price
10 Hour Beginner Course

This course covers safety, set up, wind awareness, uphauling and tacking, sailing practice and basic turns. Maximum 4 students per instructor, and includes all windsurfing gear.

£235
3 Hour Intermediate or Advanced Course

This course is ideal for those working on waterstarts and includes launching, fast tacking, some harness work and gybes. Kit is not included.

£165
Private Tuition per hour, excluding kit

The ultimate way to progress faster and at a more personalised rhythm. Let the instructor concentrate 100% on your technique.

£85
Rental Price
Kit: JP Boards & Neil Pryde rigs.
7 day Equipment Rental £250
14 day Equipment Rental £440
Storage Price
Storage is not available at this spot. £n/a

NB. The above prices are based on the currency rate applicable at the time of writing and may be subject to fluctuation.