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you can book your lessons online using PayPal (4.17% Hawaii
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Beginner Class
"No experience required" 2.5 hours,
Group $89.00
(+ Tax) pp, or
Private $140.00 (+ Tax)
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Getting a good start in
windsurfing is essential to your success. A successful first day depends on
correct equipment and suitable
weather conditions. Learning to windsurf is a
lot easier if someone shows you how. Patient and professional Instructors are worth their
weight in gold.
For the
Beginner Lessons we have chosen a great sailing location with a sandy beach
surrounded by a protective reef. We only sail when the weather conditions are
suitable. In the lesson we give you specialized beginner's boards that are
strong and stable. Our instructors then select a sail for each individual
student. The size of the sail should be matched to each individual based on
their height, weight and strength. This is a very important step to ensure
your maximum enjoyment.
We pride ourselves in our
ability to offer individualized equipment selections thanks to our extensive
quiver of sails. Once you have your equipment, we show you how to put it
together. (this comes in handy if you want to rent equipment at a later time or you are buying
your own). The rigging process is an important part of windsurfing and its easy
when we show you how. Next we take you onto the sand for a short theory lesson,
we explain where to sail, how the wind works and what to look out for.
We
show you how to align your board to the wind,
how to pull up the sail without straining your back, turning techniques and
sailing and steering techniques. Then we take you onto the water. Using a
correct launching technique and our instructors get into the water with you to
help you apply the techniques you have learned. We
don't go too far from shore, and we concentrate on giving you a reliable
technique that will give you confidence in the water. Our instructors start
by holding your boards in the shallow water as you get going, giving you
constant feedback and encouragement, then as you progress a little further
from shore, our Instructors
sail right alongside you on their own boards.
If you get tired you can
simply sit down on the board and if necessary our Instructor can sail you and
your board back to the beach where you can rest before trying again. We always
keep a close eye one you so that you are never left to get blown away or
frustrated. Our beginners lesson show you many of the basic windsurfing
techniques. Our techniques ensure the maximum enjoyment from every lesson which
will keep you hungry for more. After the lesson you can easily upgrade to the
three day course, just pay the difference, or just go one day at a time.
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Windsurf Short Course "3-day course" Group $240.00
(+ Tax) per person, or
Private $350.00 (+ Tax)
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The course includes two and
a half hours of progressive instruction per day for three days. This course is
great for beginners and people with some previous windsurfing experience. We usually
prefer to go in the mornings for the softer breezes. The water is also calmer
and less crowded. Our lesson area is in located is a sheltered cove that is
protected from the waves by a surrounding reef. When you are booking this
course the days need
not be consecutive, and we can start on any day of the week. This course is a
great introduction and the fast track into the sport of
windsurfing. This course also suits people with a challenging schedule. In the
windsurfing short course we can cover
a progressive range of skills for beginner or advanced beginner sailors. No
experience is required, however this course also suits beginners with a few
lessons under their belt, or the Sailor who may be a little rusty after being
away from the water for a while. We use our easy to use super stable boards, and
a range of sail sizes suited to the individual sailor. We provide all your
equipment plus, PFD jackets, rashguard shirts and neoprene booties. Several
of the techniques that we can cover
include: Wind-basics, balance-Basics, Self-Launching, rope-start, rope-turns, mast-turns, tacking,
fast-tack, basic jibe, beach starts, upwind
sailing and reaching. We
provide you with the boards and a range of sail sizes to accelerate your learning process.
After this course you should
be confident enough to rent
beginners equipment and practice on your own.
*Group lessons, private lessons and semi private lessons are
available.
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Windsurf School "Complete 5-day course"
Group $395.00
(+ Tax) per person, or
Private $575.00 (+ Tax)
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The
"Classic 5-day" course includes two and
a half hours of progressive instruction per day for five days. The days need
not be consecutive. So we can fit the course to suit your vacation, and the
weather conditions. This course is also the number one course chosen by
locals. Local students who have regular weekday jobs can sign up for the five
day, and do one day per week for five weeks. This way they get their weekend fix
and progress in the sport. In this comprehensive course we usually cover; wind theory,
balance skills, rope-start, beginner sailing, self-launch, quick-exit, rope-turns, mast-turns, tacking, beach starts,
self-rescue, upwind sailing and
reaching. For the fast learners we can also cover: Power-Jibes, Harness-technique, and High-wind stance.
We will provide you with the equipment you need to accelerate the learning process. We
always work with you at your own pace, to ensure that you get all the skills
that you will need
to become an happy and independent boardsailor. We provide you with the
right equipment and upsize the sails progressively when needed to help you advance beyond
the beginner level and push your personal limits. We also provide Unlimited sail exchanges to handle
a variety of different wind conditions. During the course we help you to learn
about weather and wind conditions, and the different equipment that is
available, so that you can make informed decisions when purchasing your own
equipment or renting gear on your own. A great follow on course after this is
the 5day Shortboard school.
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Waterstart Class "Let the wind do the work" 2 hours,
Group $89.00
(+ Tax) pp, or
Private $120.00 (+ Tax)
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In
this class we show you how you can lie back and let the wind pull you out of the
water.
This lesson is not for complete beginners, some
windsurfing experience is required. The waterstart
is the gateway to high-wind sailing and the key to sailing a short-board.
Because
of our reliable tradewinds, Maui is the best place to learn the waterstart.
In these two-hour lessons, we can teach
you more than you would learn in
weeks of trying to teach yourself at home. We show you how to position the board
after a wipeout. Then we show you how to steer and control the board from the
waterstart position and how to fly the sail and waterstart in strong winds. We
start by showing you the techniques on the beach, then we get into the water
with you and show you how to keep control and steer the board. After this,
"popping up" onto the board is easy, and you will be able to do it time and time
again, you will own the Waterstart.
We can get practically anybody to waterstart. However we do recommend that you
already have some experience windsurfing in moderate to
strong winds, and being able to beach-start before you come is helpful but not
essential. This lesson is specifically for the Waterstart technique only (so Knowledge of harness and footstraps is not required). To ensure your
success (and ours), we set minimum wind limits.
We
also like to make specific equipment recommendations.
Having the right size board and sail is essential to a successful
water-starting session. Even if you have your own board, we might suggest you
use something a little different during the class to increase your learning
curve. Discuss your equipment requirements with your instructor before the
class. Generally, you will need a sail half a square meter larger than the one
you would sail with. *Gear is not included in this
class, so bring your own or rent some at the store.
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Shortboard Basics "Step up to the next level" 2 hrs, Group $89.00
(+ Tax) pp,
or Private $120.00
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Riding a shorter board makes stronger winds fun. This class is an introduction to shortboard
riding skills. This lesson is an overview of the different skills required to
ride a shorter board. The basic skills are practiced on floaty transition style boards or
higher
volume slalom and wave boards. We can cover each of the individual techniques separately
or combined for an overview lesson. The harness technique and footstrap skills can often take one full lesson each to master. We
usually recommend
that you start with the harness
technique before progressing to the footstraps, then turns, beachstarts, and
waterstart tips. If you like this class and are raring for more, you may want to
upgrade to our 3 or 5 day shortboard school, just pay the difference.
More advanced sailors can use this
class as a refresher course or many people use this class as an introduction to ocean sailing, we can
review your skills and improve a combination of techniques. If you just want
to work on one technique we have specialty classes in: Jibing, Waterstart,
Jumping etc. Water-starting is very helpful in this class but not essential.
If you are a pre-waterstarter, you will definitely want a larger transition
board that you can uphaul. Gear is not included in this class so bring your own board or rent one of our excellent "Transition"
boards at the store.
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Jibing Class "Turn like a pro" 2 hours $89.00
(+ Tax) per person group, or private $120.00
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One of the toughest
techniques to master in windsurfing is turning around. The jibe combines sail
skills and board skills, in just the right combination. In this class we can
save you a lot of time wasted doing trial and error. Why reinvent the wheel,
when we can teach you the key points and timesaving tips in just a few hours.
The jibe isn't too tough if you have someone experienced to show you how. There
is a process, and some fun exercises, that make perfect sense. We explain the theory of the jibe in easy to understand
language. The Jibe technique is then broken down into
smaller, more manageable steps. Our instructors can troubleshoot your
technique, and prevent you from forming bad habits. We teach all levels of jibe including;
Crash Jibes, Stop
Jibes, Step jibes, Flare Jibes, Power Jibes, Slam Jibes, Duck Jibes, Jump
Jibes and Racing "Lay-down Jibe" techniques.
Our instructors can
check out your ride style and ride level to recommend a specific type of Jibe that is best for you.
The lesson begins on the beach with the jibing theory and sail transition
exercises. Then we go into the water, your instructors will can sail with you, riding
alongside or nearby. This way they can demonstrate the technique and give you
on-the-water feedback.
*In this lesson gear is not included so you
should bring your
own equipment or rent
one of our easy jibing boards and sails at the store.
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Shortboard School "Complete 3-day Course" Group $260.00
(+ Tax) pp,
or
Private $395.00
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This is a complete
short-board sailing course including the basics. The "Shortboard School" course includes two hours
of instruction per day for three days. The days need not be consecutive. This course is great for people
with longboard experience who want to get into the stronger winds. Whether you
live on Maui, or are just visiting, this course allows you to take full
advantage of the island's strong trade winds. Allow yourself a few extra days
to accommodate variable weather conditions. In this course we cover; Short-board
Basics, Water Start tips, Harness and Footstraps and Short-board turns and some
jibing. This course
is also a great refresher course for people just getting back into the sport
after an extended absence. This course
is a great opportunity not to be missed. Maui is one of the few places with
reliable enough winds to reliably schedule a specialty course like this.
*Gear is not included in this class so Bring your own board or rent from
our store
to have a selection of equipment for the different classes.
See our gear guide at the bottom of this page to see our equipment
recommendations for the different classes. Shortboard School is also available
as a five day course, Group $425.00
(+ Tax) pp,
or
Private $625.00
(+ Tax) pp.
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Jumping Lessons "Flight School" 1.5 hours $149.00
(+ Tax) Private
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Our
flight school can cover anything from the basic chop hop to advanced maneuvers
like inverted aerials. You can do Intro to surf-sailing, up to full on
down-the-line waveriding. You decide what techniques you want to learn.
Action Sports Maui has a reputation as the
that most progressive windsurfing teaching center in the state. Our school
offers that highest levels of training available to the general public. In the
advanced classes courses and clinics, our instructors are sailing
with you and are on hand to give you constant advice and feedback.
Our
flight school can cover anything from the basic chop hop to advanced maneuvers
like inverted aerials. You can do Intro to surf-sailing, up to full on
down-the-line waveriding. You decide what techniques you want to learn.
The
training starts on the beach with the theory and orientation, then onto the
water for the practical exercises. Sailing with the instructor at your side is
a lot safer too. We can show you safe jumping techniques and surf survival
tips. We show you how to get some big air and some serious hang time.
Windsurfing in breaking surf is where it gets really exciting, but Don't wipe
out in the impact zone until you get the right training! Wavesailing should only
be attempted by strong swimmers because of the likelihood of being separated
from the board. We
can teach you any specific technique or we can go out and work on your general
technique and trouble shoot your style etc.
*Gear is not included in this class.
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Looping Lessons "Inverted Aerials" $150.00
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 We are the only school on Maui
that offers loop lessons and a full range of inverted aerials. These techniques
are definitely advanced techniques for competent windsurfers who are in good
physical condition. Our loop class concentrates on loops only! (there are
three main types of loops, (Loops, Spins, and Rolls). The
teaching methods have taken years to develop and this class can only be
taught by our very top level instructors, David
Dorn
(Master Windsurfing Instructor),
and our team of Senior Instructors. We break down the loop into its essential
elements and discuss them on
the beach before going out on the water. On the
water we take you through a series of
confidence building and technique
teaching exercises. These skills are combined into the loop techniques.
This
exclusive coaching is very successful in helping pre-loopers to complete
their loops and for sailors who have never attempted a loop. Coaching gives
them the safest looping techniques to use and practice. You should be prepared
for some hard landings and big wipeouts. If you don't know
what your doing before you try a loop, you may scare yourself and give up
trying forever. With this coaching, you don't have to re-invent the
loop. The knowledge you gain will give you more confidence to master
the loop. *Bring you own gear. For
safety reasons, we always wear helmets and wetsuits or impact jackets. You can rent a helmet from
us, however we recommend that you ultimately buy one for yourself (preferably a GATH).
*Do not attempt any of these techniques without adequate
training from a professional instructor.
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Private Lessons "Your personal trainer" $79 - $110/hour
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There are many reasons to
want private lessons or personal coaching. Just having a sailing buddy to show
you around or share the experience. And sometimes just having someone follow you
out and keep an eye on you for piece of mind. Having a personal coach will
boost your performance and increase your learning curve, whether you take your
windsurfing seriously or just want to maximize your fun. All of our listed
windsurfing classes can be taught privately by our
experienced coaching staff. We recommend private lessons for competitive
sailors, very timid sailors, very young, very old, very heavy, Physically
challenged, mentally challenged, Learning differences, Celebrities and other
private persons. Our senior instructors and Pro sailors are available for a
premium. Prices very according to each instructor, travel time, and location.
Please call for a quote.
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Kids
Windsurfing Lessons "Very First Steps" 1.5 hour Group $69.00
(+ Tax) pp or $99.00 Private
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Children younger than 8 years can have a
special kids only group lesson or a private lesson for any of the techniques.
Kids
need constant and close attention while in the ocean especially in Maui.
You want your kids to have fun and stay safe on the water, accept no less. Children have special requirements and different energy
levels and attention spans, so we do not group them with regular adult
students, instead they can take a customized children's lesson. For all our kids
lessons we
have a range of specialized children's equipment. The specialized kid's sails
are sophisticated scaled down and lightweight versions of the adult sails.
The right equipment is essential to having a successful learning experience. A child's introduction to the ocean in their formative years will
determine their attitude about it for the rest of their lives. A
kid-friendly windsurfing lesson will create a lasting impression and give the
students a positive ocean experience.
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Kids Windsurf Camps "A very good beginning" $175.00
(+ Tax) pp 3days, or Extended
all day camps $295.00
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Young children 5years and
above will love the Kid's "Youth Power
Windsurfing" 3-day Camps. This
is the original Maui Kids windsurfing Camp running for over ten years. We proudly sponsor
these events, Wednesday thru Friday. Run Weekly in summer young
children are sharing their first experiences in windsurfing. The emphasis is on
fun, & learning in a social atmosphere. Children will share equipment in small
groups. they are taught be young instructors and their peers, while under adult
supervision. Lessons run in the mornings for the lighter winds. and run for
three hours including snacks and drinks. Kids will do practical lessons, games,
some class work, and receive a certificate of completion, on graduation day. This
program is very popular and bookings are recommended. Children should supply
their own life
vests, and reef shoes. Students use a range of specialized children's equipment, which is essential to the
process. The kids camp was created by windsurfing families and windsurfing
parents to create the ideal children's windsurf experience in a fun
atmosphere. Graduates of the course can go onto other levels and kids clinics in
more advanced techniques.
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Speed Sailing Clinics "How fast can you go" Group $150.00
(+ Tax) pp or Private $495.00
(+ Tax) pp
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 Former World Windsurfing Speed Record holder
Eric Beale offers a unique opportunity to reach you full speed potential. Speed
Clinics are run weekly through the summer. Private Clinics with Eric are
available on demand. This is great training for speed events, or for
racing
enthusiasts. Get you sailing up to speed and make your mark on the Maui
Speed Sailing Series. The next speed record holder could be you.
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Instructors Certification Courses "US. Sailing" $395.00
(+ Tax) pp " & "AYF."
systems" $795.00
(+ Tax) pp
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Start your new career as a certified
windsurfing instructor. We offer a range o f complete
windsurfing Instructors certification programs from 5-days to 40 hours of training. Participants must
be over 18 and have, Current Adult CPR and First Aid certification. Instructors
courses are scheduled according to demand. There is a minimum of 5 candidates
per course. Candidates interested in taking
the win dsurfing instructor training should put their name on the waiting list.
Courses usually run in the spring and fall. For
accommodation and travel assistance
email
Action Travel.
Windsurfing Instructors
Course Info
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To make your reservation, call: 1 (808) 871-5857
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LESSON |
DURATION |
PRIVATE |
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Beginner Class |
2.5 hour |
$140.00 |
$89.00pp
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Windsurf Short Course
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3-day |
$350.00 |
$240.00pp |
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Windsurf School |
5-day
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$575.00 |
$395.00pp |
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Waterstart Class
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2 hour |
$130.00 |
$89.00pp |
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Shortboard Basics
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2 hour
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$130.00 |
$89.00pp |
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Jibing Class
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2 hour |
$130.00 |
$89.00pp
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Shortboard School |
3-day |
$395.00 |
$260.00pp |
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Shortboard School |
5-day |
$625.00 |
$425.00pp |
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Jumping
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1.5 hour |
$149.00 |
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Looping
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per hour |
$150.00
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Private Lessons
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$69 -$110 |
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Kids Lessons
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1.5 hour |
$99.00 |
$69.00pp |
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Kids Windsurf Camps
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3-day |
$450.00 |
$175.00pp |
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Speed Sailing Clinics
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1-day |
$495.00 |
$150.00pp |
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Instructor
Courses
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5-day |
$2950.00 |
$795.00pp |
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GROUP SIZES
PRIVATE: 1 instructor per student.
SEMI-PRIVATE: 2 students per instructor.
SPLIT PRIVATE: 2 students sharing 1
lesson.
GROUP: 3-4 students per Instructor.
CLINIC: up to 6 students per instructor.
DEMO: up to 10 students per instructor.
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