Aside from the hordes of sun- worshippers who descent on the island of Fuerteventura each year, thousands of windsurfing enthusiasts from all over the world come to take advantage of the clear warm water and strong winds. Some like myself are so enchanted by the almost constant wind, waves and the laid back lifestyle that they never return home and a fairly large community of windsurfing experts has taken root in the north of the island around Corralejo.

The island is not only a paradise for professionals and experts, however, and it’s abundance of secluded coves and shallow lagoons make it ideal for beginners.
The sport is easily mastered within a day by people of all ages, with expert tuition such as that provided by Flag Beach Windsurfing Centre, who offer a full range of courses and equipment for rental to suit everyone from complete beginner to the accomplished wave-sailor. What better time to learn then on holiday with friends in warm water and sunshine?
For those, who have mastered the basis of the sport, Fuerteventura is an established Mecca of windsurfing.

The constant trade winds of the summer months and the big swells generated by winter depressions in the Atlantic Ocean
create a constant range of conditions to test the skills of intermediate and expert sailor alike. Wether it be flat-out slalom- blasting in the harbour of Corralejo or extreme wave- sailing on the rocky reefs of the north shore , Fuerteventura has something to suit everyone.
Local knowledge is of paramount importance to those looking for the optimum conditions as the tide and wind direction can make a great difference to the conditions to be enjoyed at all the sports. Bouke Becker has been building custom sailboards on the island for almost a decade and can provide you with all the inside knowledge (and repairs) to make your windsurfing as enjoyed as possible.
So, whether you’re taking your first steps in the sport or are looking for a challenging adventure to improve your skills, Fuerteventura has it all.

See you on the water
Stephen Gibson