Do the most Vancouver thing in the most Vancouver place
Ocean. Mountains. Sports. Vancouver. What more can we say? Vancouver water adventures are the best in the world - from kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding to windsurfing, there’s something for everyone. And what better place to enjoy these activities than in Vancouver’s stunning natural setting?
Vancouver's waters sports scene is unrivaled, with a wide range of activities available to suit all levels of ability. There's no better way to experience Vancouver than by getting out on the water and enjoying all that it has to offer!
There’s no shortage of water activities in Vancouver that you can enjoy. Stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, rowing, sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are all popular options. With so many great lakes, rivers, and ocean beaches to choose from, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to finding the perfect spot to get out on the water.
At Windsure Adventure Watersports you’ll be out on the water at laid-back Jericho Beach with the mountains as your backdrop, trying out a new watersport for the first time or practicing an old one. You’ll be learning to catch wind as a Windsure instructor teaches you Windsurfing basics, enjoying the calm of the ocean while Paddleboarding along the shore at sunset with friends, or even bringing your snowboarding skills from the mountain to the beach by taking your try at Skimboarding. At Windsure you’ll have the unique opportunity to experience the local watersport culture we have helped grow since 1977.
Come to Windsure and experience the best of Vancouver's watersports culture! We offer windsurfing, paddleboarding, and more, all against the beautiful backdrop of the mountains. Our instructors will help you learn the basics or perfect your skills, and you'll have a great time doing it! So come on down to Jericho Beach and make Windsure your adventure headquarters. You won't regret it!
Does it get any more Vancouver than that? We think not.
Join the thousands of locals who choose Windsure to get out on the water year after year!
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beginners: we are here for you
We have designed our lessons and workshops at Windsure to ensure we give the best experience to anyone interested in getting out on the water, from beginners trying the watersport for their first time to returning Vancouverites performing at a more advanced level. When our founder started Windsure in 1977 he chose Jericho Beach for a reason: it’s the ideal spot for learning. Located in a protected bay in West Point Grey, Jericho gets just the right amount of wind for beginners and intermediates. Even more, there is no motorboat launching at Jericho Sailing Centre and so there is no boat traffic, providing you with an opportunity to safely practice in a bay clear of distractions AND easily accessible from the city centre. Scroll down to learn more about the sports we offer and the programs we recommend for beginners.
Not your first time?
Maybe you already have the paddleboarding basics, or maybe you’re a regular windsurfer. At Windsure we have programs and opportunities for those at all points in their watersports journey. Designed to help those interested in progressing further with their sport, we have workshops, rentals, and season’s passes available to all. Take a look at our unique workshops offerings or consider a season’s pass for 2023 - whatever you’re looking for, we can help.
Our Sports
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WINDSURFING emerged in California in the late 60s as a new sport seen as a combination of surfing and sailing. Relying on wind for force and the rider for direction, the sport provides an exciting opportunity to try something traditional to the west coast and unique in nature.
At Windsure we offer windsurfing lessons and rentals for both children and adults. Although easy to learn, windsurfing does requires special skills and so the recommended place to start for beginners is our Discover I & II lesson program. *We will only rent out boards & masts to those with prior windsurfing experience.
PADDLE BOARDING (Stand-Up Paddleboarding or SUP) has become especially popular in recent years. Rather than catching waves, paddle boarders stand on boards similar to surfboards, use paddles similar to canoe paddles, and propel themselves over calm water. A good exercise for your core, paddle boarding is an excellent choice for those looking for a simple sport that can be as easy or as challenging as you make it.
At Windsure we offer paddle boarding lessons and rentals for both children and adults. If it is your first time trying the sport we recommend starting with a lesson to learn proper technique.
SKIMBOARDING was born from California surf culture as an adaptation on surfing with a much smaller board which allowed for gliding along shallow waters rather than deep waves. In Vancouver when the tides are out at the beaches at Spanish Banks, shallow water creates the perfect opportunity to try out skimboarding. Similar to sports like skateboarding and snowboarding, skimboarding can become especially exciting for those who work their way up to tricks, catching air on rails along the shallow water.
At Windsure we offer skimboarding lessons and rentals for both children and adults. If it is your first time trying the sport we recommend starting with a lesson to learn proper technique.