There are two common ways to learn how to windsurf - trial and error or lessons. The trial and error method can be a humbling and a wet experience. We encourage beginners to attempt their first windsurfing experience in a beginner lesson format.
Lessons are fun.
Lessons make the learning experience more enjoyable, have you sailing much more quickly and with a better base of skills than if you tried it on your own. The Instructors at the Rhonda Smith Windsurfing Center can prevent you from picking up bad habits that you will have to unlearn or correct later. Of course you can learn to windsurf on your own, but we feel you are depriving yourself of a fun, invaluable experience. Remember windsurfing utilizes a technique - not brute strength.