Do I need experience to book a lesson?
No. The beginner windsurf lesson starts on a simulator on the beach before you touch the water. Wing foil and SUP have no prerequisites either. Tell us your swimming ability and weight when booking an
What is the minimum age for lessons?
Eight years old for windsurf and SUP. Twelve for wing foil. Parents must be on the beach during junior sessions.
What is included in the lesson price?
All equipment, a qualified coach, a safety briefing, and a liability waiver. Wetsuits are included for lessons April–June and September–October. In July and August most guests need only swimwear; we h
How long does a lesson run?
Standard group lessons are two hours on the water, plus approximately thirty minutes for the beach briefing and equipment fitting. Private sessions are available in one-hour blocks.
What equipment do you use?
Our windsurf fleet is updated annually — currently primarily Fanatic and North sails, sized from 4.5 to 7.0m. Wing foil kits are Duotone and Slingshot, with foil boards from Fanatic and Cabrinha. SUP
Is Vassiliki reliable for wind?
Yes — it is consistently ranked among the top five beginner and intermediate windsurf destinations in Europe. The afternoon thermal runs reliably from 13:00 to 18:30 from June to September, typically
What if conditions are unsafe on my booked day?
The head coach on duty makes the call. If we cancel, you receive a full refund or a free rescheduled session, your choice. We have never cancelled more than four sessions in a full season due to unsaf
Where exactly is the school?
On Vassiliki Beach, 80 metres west of the main car park. Look for the orange-and-blue SurfRider hut. GPS: 38.6257° N, 20.5993° E.
Is there parking?
Free parking in the gravel lot 80m east of the hut. In July and August it fills by 10:00; the overflow lot is 400m further east along the beach road.
Can I stay nearby?
Several accommodation partners are listed on /the-bay/stay-nearby/ — we have arranged discounted rates with three guesthouses within ten minutes' walk of the school.