THE PLACE TO GET HOOKED
Into windsurfing & foiling
THE LAUNCH PAD
Stoked to share the fun
Welcome to The Launch Pad Windsurf Academy. I started windsurfing here on Georgian Bay in 1980 and simply love teaching people to windsurf. I've windsurfed all around the world and the clean water in Key Harbour is still my favourite. Come join us for a lesson on gear perfectly set up for you and discover the best way to explore the 30,000 islands.
WINDSURF LESSONS
Private or Group fun. Most lessons start with 15 minutes of theory and 15 minutes on the simulator. Then 30 minutes on the water and you will likely be windsurfing with a smile on your face!
FANATIC AND DUOTONE EQUIPMENT
One of the keys to a successful windsurf session is to be be on the right gear. From lightweight beginner to heavyweight advanced windsurfers we have the right stuff for the conditions. Thanks to sponsors Fanatic and Duotone and Northline Sports
YOUNGEST STUDENT
Tiia age 11
THANK YOU CARD
From a group of 4 students
OLDEST STUDENT
Rich age 66
PRICING
Here is the catch: You only pay if you had fun. And while I'm growing the Launch Pad I will donate any revenue to the Toronto Windsurf Club "youth windsurf" program.
2019 & 2020 UPDATES
SAFETY PROCEDURES IN THE WATER
Sept 2019
Life jackets are required as per Canadian Regulations. A SeaDoo is availble for a tow back if needed. It also helps with instruction and for photos!
WEATHER AND CONDITIONS
July 2020
June and July are great for beginners with sunny days and light winds. August and September see days with good WSW winds for advancing your skills.
FOILING AT THE LAUNCH PAD WINDSURF ACADEMY
August 2020
With the growth of wind foiling, we now have two Slingshot foils to learn on. In 2020Â I had two experienced windsurfers who were foiling successfully on their first 30 minutes with the foil!
NEW FOR 2021 & 2022
NEWS FOR 2023
MOBILE LESSONS
As one of just a few registered windsurfing instructors in Ontario, we can also bring lessons to you or at our 2nd location in Collingwood. Contact us for details.
NEW EQUIPMENT AT THE LPWA
Excited to have added a Fanatic Viper HD and another Viper 80 to the fleet. And a Duotone Slick 7m and Unit 4m. Thanks @Northline Sports, @Fanatic and @Duotone
FOILING LESSONS
If you are new to foiling, it is easiest to learn behind a boat with a driver who can maintain a constant speed. Read more here.
GET IN TOUCH
We are located on a water access only island in the northeast corner of Georgian Bay, or in Collingwood by appointment.
Please use this form or call 705-383-2819 for any questions, comments or to book a lesson. We look forward to hearing from you.
2383 Key River WA, Britt, ON P0G1A0
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