Go! Windsurfing

Go4it!

As you Go4it! there are many skills which you can develop in order to enjoy windsurfing more, and in particular to really get the buzz from windsurfing in stronger winds. But don't feel you have to have a strong wind in order to learn any of these skills as many of them can be practiced in a light wind and perfected when it is stronger. In either case you will see that the logbook provides for both types of condition.

Always remember that sailing in stronger winds raises more issues for your safety, so be sure you consider all the implications for you and other water users in the Headworks section.

Starting	Going	Turning	Headworks
Up Hauling »	Beach Stance »	Rig Steering »	Self Rescue »
Beach Start »	Harness »	Foot Steering »	B4 U Go »
Deep Beach Start »	Footstraps »	Gybing »	Kit + Rigging »
		Tacking »	Tides »
			Weather »

Starting
	Up Hauling
	Fly the rig and get going while standing on the board Bend your legs and keep your chin up. Top^
	Beachstart
	A fast & dynamic way of starting that allows you to get straight into the sailing position If you're struggling -stop! Keep the rig flying. Top^
	Deep Beachstart
	This beach start allows you to 'Fly the rig' and get going from a standing position in deeper water. Allow the wind to do the work Top^

Going
	Stance
	Effective use of a committed body position allows you to sail the board faster and more comfortably. Distance yourself from the rig! Top^
	Harness
	Using a harness will allow you to sail for longer and in stronger winds using your body weight more effectively to control the power. Relax into the harness. Top^
	Footstraps
	With the feet securely in the footstraps you can drive the board more efficiently and stay in contact with the board in choppy water. Keep it flat, keep it simple. Top^

Turning
	Rig Steering
	Steer the board towards and away from the wind by tilting the sail to the front or back of the board. Slide back hand down the boom when bearing away.! Top^
	Foot Steering
	When planning you can steer the board by applying pressure to your toes (turn downwind) or hells (turn upwind). Apply gentle but increasing foot pressure. Top^
	Gybing
	Turn the board downwind by footsteering and allow the sail to flip round the front of the board. Slide your back hand down the boom & sheet in the sail. Top^
	Tacking
	Sail the board upwind & turn through the wind without pausing. Windsurf away standing on the opposite side of the board. Distance yourself from the rig. Top^

Headworks
	Windsurfing Wisdom
	Practice alternative ways to get back to the beach in the event of gear failure or a change in the conditions. Stay calm, Consider your options! Top^
	B4UGo
	B4UGo consider the outcomes of all your decisions and actions to ensure your windsurfing is always safe and enjoyable. If in doubt, don't go out! Top^
	Kit + Rigging
	A well rigged sail and properly set up board is essential. Your kit will then be comfortable and balanced making handling during manoeuvres and stronger winds easier. All the way down, all the way out. Size Matters. Top^
	Tides
	Identify the effects the tide will have on you and your sailing area. List where to find tidal information and potential hazards posed by tides. Time and Tide wait for no windsurfer Top^
	Weather
	Predicting local weather patterns & identifying the effect on your sailing area can make the difference between a good and a bad day's windsurfing. Windsurfers talk endlessly about the weather Top^