Junior Weekend Wing
Introduction
Our Junior Weekend Wing courses are ideal for young people aged 12–16 who want to learn how to control a wing on land and water, and eventually fly using a foil. Based at Farmoor Reservoir, these progressive weekend sessions are part of our Junior Weekend Courses series and are delivered by experienced instructors. Each course supports safe progression — from handling the wing to developing control and confidence on the foil.
Jnr Learn-To-Wing (Weekend)
This beginner course introduces juniors to wing handling and board balance. Starting with on-land instruction, children will build confidence before moving to a wide, stable board to practise balance and steering.
- Previous experience required: None required
- Course duration: 1 day
- Course times: 09.30am–1.30pm
- Teaching ratio: 4:1
- Logbook: Introductory session – logbook not required
Jnr Improver Wing (Weekend)
Designed for juniors who have completed Learn-to-Wing or equivalent. This course improves wing transitions, board handling and sailing angles, preparing students for First Flights and foil work.
- Previous experience required: Learn-To-Wing or equivalent
- Course duration: 1 day
- Course times: 09.30am–4.30pm
- Teaching ratio: 4:1
- Logbook: Recommended
First Flights Wingfoiling (Part 1)
This course introduces foiling using boat towing. Students will practise body position and balance before attempting lift and glide. It’s a safe, supported way to begin foil training.
- Previous experience required: Improver Wing or instructor recommendation
- Course duration: Half day
- Course times: 3 hours (AM or PM)
- Teaching ratio: 4:1
- Logbook: Recommended
First Flights Wingfoiling (Part 2)
This second part introduces the wing during foiling. Juniors learn to generate their own lift, link rides and sustain stable foiling with instructor guidance and progressive coaching.
- Previous experience required: Completion of First Flights (Part 1) or similar
- Course duration: Half day
- Course times: 3 hours (AM or PM)
- Teaching ratio: 4:1
- Logbook: Recommended
FAQs for Junior Weekend Wing
These sessions are designed for juniors aged 12 to 16. We tailor the equipment and instruction specifically for this age group.
No. All beginners start by learning balance and wing handling on land and water. Then they progress to foiling through our structured First Flights pathway.
Yes. We teach on wide, stable boards in flat inland water. Instructors supervise every step, and students begin with on-land practice before moving on to foiling.
