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Wingsurfing / wingfoiling

fastest growing water sport

It's a cross between kitesurfing and windsurfing and is very easy to learn. It offers a good workout while you're enjoying the outdoors! The learning curve is quick, but still offers years of fun with many new moves to learn.

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Getting started with wingsurfing
Required materials
FAQ wingfoiling
Complete sets

Wingsurfing

With wingsurfing, you use an inflatable kite. However, you hold this kite yourself, quite similar to windsurfing. But the kite, or wing, is not attached to your board. A wing consists of only two parts, the wing and a wrist leash. You inflate the wing, attach the wrist leash to your wrist (This prevents the wing from blowing away) and the wing is ready for use. Once you’re done wingsurfing, you deflate the wing, fold it up and put it in a carrying bag. This way, a wing takes up little space.

Using a wing on a SUP board is called wingsurfing. If you use a wing on a special board with a foil underneath (which lifts you up and out of the water) we call it  wingfoiling.

Why is it popular

  • Easier to learn than kitesurfing.
  • Safer (no lines, no hard crashes, you’re not stuck).
  • Compact material, so easy to transport.
  • Even with little wind, it’s still a lot of fun (especially compared to windsurfing).

Getting started with wingsurfing or wingfoiling

Learning to Wingsurf can be done in two ways:

  1. Wingsurfing on a “normal” board, without a foil.
    Ideally a large SUP or large windsurfing board. These boards can’t have foils underneath and are therefore only suitable for your first meters. Once you’ve mastered this and want to go faster, you can move on to the next step.

  2. Wingsurfing with a hydrofoil.
    Here you screw a lifting wing (the hydrofoil) under a suitable foil board. We then call it wingfoiling, where you literally fly above the water. A super cool sensation! Suddenly you have no water resistance anymore, allowing you to glide much faster and fly over the water!
    A board must be built to be able to foil. A lot of forces act on a board when used with a foil. That’s why special foil boards are made for this purpose.


If you want to start off right from the beginning, we recommend a complete wing set. Learning to wingsurf directly with a foil under your board makes learning easier. When you start with little wind, a foil doesn’t just come out of the water immediately. Because it needs speed to come out of the water. When the Hydrofoil is underwater, it acts as a kind of long fin that provides a lot of stability. This is easier and you can return to where you started more easily. So you start with very little wind`. Once you’re good at this, you can move directly to the next step and start using the foil with a bit more wind.

Required equipment for wingsurfing and wing foiling

To wingsurf, you need at least two main components: a wing and a board. If you want to wing foil right away, you’ll also need a foil.

What we always recommend is a board leash so your board doesn’t drift away when you fall and a helmet for safety. You’ll probably also need a pump.

With the following references, you can find all the necessities for wingsurfing or wingfoiling:

Frequently asked questions about wingfoiling

Getting started with Wingfoiling

Wingsurfing is sailing with an inflatable wing in your hands on a board. You use the wind to gain speed over the water.

With wingfoiling, you sail with a wing on a board with a hydrofoil underneath. The foil lifts the board out of the water, making you float above the water, so to speak.

The wing catches wind and generates power, while the foil under the board creates lift. This way, you glide efficiently and silently over the water.

A wing, a foil board with hydrofoil, a leash, wetsuit, and for safety, a helmet and impact vest.

The basics are easy to learn, especially if you have experience with water sports. Often within a few sessions, you can already stand on the foil for short periods.

On average 3 to 6 sessions, depending on balance, wind conditions, and practice.

No, but experience with balance sports (like surfing or SUP) does help.

Wind & Conditions

No, usually 10-15 knots (wind force 3-4) is sufficient.

Between 15 and 20 knots, with stable wind and flat water.

You can, but stable wind is easier and safer for beginners.

Both are suitable. Inland water is often calmer and thus ideal for learning.

Use a wind app or wind meter, and avoid offshore wind for safety.

Equipment & Gear

No, usually 10-15 knots (wind force 3-4) is sufficient.

A large, stable board with high volume (between 100-130 liters) helps with learning to balance.

Yes, to get used to the wing, you can use it without a foil under such a board. To be able to wingfoil, there must be a foil mounting point present; otherwise, you need a special wingfoil board.

Heavier or beginner foilers choose a larger front wing (1000-1800 cm²) for more lift.

Inflatable boards are lighter and easier to transport; hardboards give more direct feel and performance.

Pumping is the rhythmic movement of the wing or board to generate extra speed or lift.

One leash for your board and one for your wing — so you don’t lose anything during a fall.

Rinse everything with fresh water, let dry in the shade, and check for damage or sand residue.

Use protective covers for wing and foil. Disassemble the foil for transport.

Safety & Practical Tips

Not if you follow safety rules and wear protective gear. Start in shallow, calm water.

Let go of the wing, fall away from the board (not onto the foil), and use the leash to keep everything with you.

Using too small a wing, too little wind, or trying to lift off too early.

Popular places include IJsselmeer, Grevelingenmeer, Brouwersdam, and Oesterdam

Yes, it increases your safety, especially during the first sessions.

Advanced & Downwind

  • Freeride: relaxed cruising.
  • Freestyle: jumps and tricks.
  • Wave: riding swell and waves at sea
  • Downwind: long distances with the wind over waves.

Yes, experienced foilers can lift and make controlled jumps.

At sea, you have waves and currents, but more stable wind. On lakes, calm and flat water but less stable wind.

Certainly! The wing helps with starting, then you surf the waves or swell with the wind.

A complete set costs on average between €2,000 and €5,000, depending on brand and quality.

Have a question? Feel free to contact us!

Email info@wingsurfer.nl or app or call 06 – 83368915

We are happy to help you!

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