Windsurf Lessons ESSAOUIRA
If you ask yourself if Essaouira is a suitable place to learn windsurfing, we have a clear answer! Yes !
Essaouira is an amazing place to learn windsurfing. No matter if you are a complete beginner, intermediate windsurfer, or an experienced expert. The spot in Essaouira offers a great variety of conditions to satisfy all levels.
All our windsurf instructors in Essaouira hold an international teaching certificate from the VDWS, RYA, or similar organisations. They all speak several languages, have a great lot of teaching experience, and most important are absolutely passionate about windsurfing and sharing that passion with others.
BEGINNER SECTION – for all of you who like to start Windsurfing
INTERMEDIATE SECTION – for those who like to use shorter Boards and start planing
ADVANCED SECTION – for the ones who like to learn a special maneuver or a new discipline.
Our offers
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Beginner
Windsurf Beginner Discovery
Duration: 6 hours
Duration: 6 hours
Objectives
Learn the basics of Windsurfing
Objectives
Learn the basics of Windsurfing
Duration: 6 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Wetsuit
- Life Jacket
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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For all of you who never tried windsurfing before. During this 6 hours group windsurf course, you will learn the very basics of Windsurfing.
From how to lift the sail up from the water to do your first rides in both directions.
This course is usually split in 3 sessions of 2 hours, the lessons will take place according to the wind conditions.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
- Special Rental (Only In Combination With Starter & Refresher Training)
Windsurf Private Lessons
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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Do you want the full, undivided attention of one of our instructors? Private lessons are what you need!
You can freely choose the topic and the time of your lesson.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open ocean
Addons
Intermediate
Windsurf Waterstart Course
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Learn how to Waterstart
Objectives
Learn how to Waterstart
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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During this course, we take you to the next level. You will learn how to Waterstart which is one of the most important things you will need while windsurfing.
Once you have mastered waterstarting, you are able to windsurf in almost any wind conditions: Freedom!
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Private Lessons
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open ocean
Addons
Advanced
Windsurf Carve Jibe Training
Duration: 2-4 hours
Duration: 2-4 hours
Objectives
Show Off your best Carve Jibe
Objectives
Show Off your best Carve Jibe
Duration: 2-4 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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Maybe the most practised Windsurfing Manoeuver of all times and definitely an important milestone in everybody's windsurfing career.
During our Carve Jibe Trainings, the instructor will pick up on whenever you currently are and help you to improve and finally master THE Carve Jibe.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Trick Time
Duration: 2-4 hours
Duration: 2-4 hours
Objectives
Improve your skills
Objectives
Improve your skills
Duration: 2-4 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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Once you are not struggling anymore with waterstart, harness, footstraps and riding upwind on a small board, the doors are wide open to start learning new tricks.
Call it Fast Tack, Jibe, Duck jibe, Jumps and grab, there is an infinity of new moves to learn to make sure you don't get bored 😉
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Foil Intro
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Manage your first flights
Objectives
Manage your first flights
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Helmet
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Our specially trained instructors will help you to safely manage your first flights. The only risk will be that you get entirely hooked and never want anything else after that lesson!
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Foil Progression
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Improve your foiling skills
Objectives
Improve your foiling skills
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Helmet
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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Our specially trained instructors will get you to improve your riding skills with Windsurf Foiling.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Wave Riding Intro Course
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Learn how to windsurf in waves
Objectives
Learn how to windsurf in waves
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
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In this course, you will learn how to ride your first waves windsurfing.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Wave Riding Progression Course
Duration: 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours
Objectives
Learn how to windsurf in waves
Objectives
Learn how to windsurf in waves
Duration: 4 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Improve your wave riding skills with specially trained instructors.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
Windsurf Private Lessons
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Objectives
Private coaching to improve your level
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open ocean
Addons
COURSE ORGANISATION AND SAFETY
We understand that besides professional tuition, the most important thing when it comes to improving your windsurfing skills is time to practise. Our instructors will create a safe learning environment, enabling you to train and to receive professional feedback on your actions.
Depending on the type of lesson and content we either teach you in small groups or individually.
In order to provide you with instant feedback especially during our advanced lesson program, our instructors use Radio Headsets enabling them to communicate with you while riding.
Flexibility
We understand that choosing a Windsurfing lesson package from home might be difficult. Don´t worry! No matter which package you choose, if during the lesson the instructor realizes that another package would be more suitable for you, you can always change that on site. You will never have to join a lesson, which actually doesn´t suit your expectations or level.
After every session your instructor will give you detailed feedback and recommendation on how to continue – no matter which course you initially booked. Your success and progress is all that matters to us!
A word about
ION CLUB Essaouira
Essaouira is a coastal city with beaches as far as the eye can see and counts amongst the "model destinations" for windsurfers, kitesurfers and surfers worldwide. The architecture of the old town is strongly influenced by Portuguese, French, and Berber culture. The massive appearance of the walls gives the city a mystical sublimity and explains it’s original name “Mogador“ – small fortress.
Essaouira is a perfect all-round spot, with great conditions for windsurfers, Kitesurfers, and Surfers alike. The wind blows side shore from the right and especially during the summer months, the steady trade winds get reinforced by the thermic and often reach up to 6-7 Bft.
Our ION CLUB Center in Essaouira is situated around 20 minutes walk from the Medina and offers beside the latest equipment from Duotone, Fanatic, and ION all facilities you could wish for.
The Ocean Vagabond Restaurant and Bar next door, takes care of hungry and thirsty Surfers and offers sunbeds to relax on the terrace.
BEST PERIODS
May, June, July, August
WIND
The wind blows sideshore from the right. Some days it is a bit gusty and turns slightly offshore at wind speeds of more than 7 Beaufort. Between June and August the thermal enforces the trade wind, creating more challenging conditions for kitesurfers.
WAVES
Downwind of the centre, the wave conditions are particularly great in spring and autumn (1-2 meters). Due to the strong wind, the waves are slightly smaller from mid June to August (0.5-1 meters). Beginners and speed surfers are in good hands further upwind of the bay.
HOW TO GET TO ESSAOUIRA ?
From Marrakesh
Leave the airport and follow the road to the city center. On the first cross, you can see the sign "Essaouira" on the left side. Follow the road about 170 km till you arrive in Essaouira. The roads are well repaired and the trip will take you about 2 hours. When you arrive in Essaouira you take the coast street with the ocean on your left side. Follow this road till you see the ION CLUB Center. The center is built out of wood with blue and white colors and is called “Ocean Vagabond”.
From Agadir
Leave the airport and take the road to the city center. When you arrive at the main coast street you will see the sign “Essaouira". Follow this road about 180 km. It will take about 3 hours because there are a lot of turns in the road. When you arrive at the first crossing in Essaouira, go straight to the coast street, you will find ION CLUB Center on your left in the blue and white chalet called “Ocean Vagabond”.
Boulevard Mohammed V, Essaouira 44000, Morocco
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A story of pioneer since 1985
YEARS EXPERIENCE
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Sports
YEARS EXPERIENCE
COUNTRIES
CENTERS
SPORTS
The story of the ION CLUB tells of people who have turned their passion for windsurfing and kitesurfing into a profession. Since its founding in 1985, customer orientation, team spirit, innovation and professionalism have been the top priorities of our corporate philosophy.
The ION CLUB / Club Mistral has gained a lot of experience in the 30 years of its existence and has developed more and more into a company that focuses on communicating with guests and fulfilling their needs and wishes.
With 16 water sports schools worldwide, we are one of the leading companies in this field. ION CLUB has a network of international partners in different countries. We strive to be international and multicultural and express this through the selection of our employees, who currently come from 24 different countries.