At Windsure Adventure Watersports, we love to welcome visitors from around the world to experience the excitement of Vancouver’s watersports scene. This summer, we had the pleasure of having a visit from the Launch Pad Windsurf and Foil Academy, an occasion that we thought warranted sharing! Given that there are only a handful of windsurfing schools in Canada (with Windsure being the only one in British Columbia), two of them converging is a special thing. Karl of Launch Pad’s visit was more than just an opportunity to share our stunning location and abundant facilities — it was a chance to build connections and celebrate a shared love for watersports. We’re already looking forward to welcoming them back or visiting them in the future!

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About Launch Pad Academy

The Launch Pad Academy is founded and led by Karl Spiess, a passionate educator dedicated to empowering others to experience the excitement of watersports, including windsurfing and foiling. He has been windsurfing since the 1980’s, much like Windsure’s founder Bernard Labrosse! Located in Georgian Bay, Ontario, the academy’s vision is to foster a supportive and welcoming environment where anyone can learn. They welcome one and all to enjoy some fun and activities in the water. 

We had the pleasure of also connecting with Karl at the 2024 Association of Wind and Water Sports Industries (AWSI) event in Hood River, Oregon. The annual AWSI event brings together passionate professionals and enthusiasts from the watersports industry. The biggest brands on the scene are always in attendance - North Actionsports, F-One, Duotone, Slingshot, Starboard, Severne, etc. Karl wrote a great blog post on his experience of the event, which we highly recommend checking out. In his post, he shares insightful reflections on the event and the connections he made. You’ll even spot some familiar faces from the Windsure team in the photos he included! Be sure to check out his blog post here. It’s a great read to get inspired and learn more about the world of watersports.

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Check Out Their Story

To learn more about Launch Pad Windsurf Academy’s experience visiting us, read Karl’s full blog post here: Visit to Windsure in Vancouver. In this blog, Karl highlights his personal experience at Windsure Adventure Watersports. Check out the blog to read the full story and discover why Windsure is an amazing destination for watersport enthusiasts from around the globe! Many thanks again to Karl for taking the time to write so kindly about his visit.

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Ready to Make Waves?

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced watersports enthusiast, we’d love to welcome you to Windsure Adventure Watersports. Discover why we’re one of Vancouver’s top destinations for fun on the water! So why wait? Book your session today and discover why Windsure is one of Vancouver’s top destinations for fun on the water! Whether you’re trying out windsurfing, paddleboarding, or any other watersport, we promise you a memorable experience with stunning views of the Vancouver coastline.

We look forward to seeing you at Windsure soon—let’s make some waves together!