Wing Foiling is an exciting, innovative, and brand new watersport exploding in popularity! With minimal equipment, wing foiling is a fun and safe sport for kids to partake in. The Wylde Wind & Water Wing Foil Youth Camps gives students the opportunity to learn how to Wing Foil in small groups with experienced coaches. Students will learn the fundaments of wing foiling through a progression-focused camp curriculum which includes learning how to control the wing on non-foiling boards before progressing to foil boards.

In addition to learning the fundamentals of wing foiling like gybing, tacking, staying upwind, and controlling the board on foil, students will learn how to analyze weather conditions like water state, wind velocity, and make water-safety conscious decisions about their sessions.

New in 2024, we are doubling the amount of Wing Foil Youth Camps, offering two camps: one for beginners and one for intermediate wing foilers. Our beginner camp is called Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp. Our intermediate-level camp is called, Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp. During the Next Steps Camp, participants will build on what they have learned in previous camps and become more proficient on riding the foil.

All Wing Foil Youth Camps are open to youth between 9-18 years old and weighing a minimum of 55lbs, 25kgs. Our programs are available in both Spanish and English.

Where and When?

Wing Foil Youth Camps take place at the West end of The Hook in Hood River, Oregon.The Hook is a safe and protected body of water perfect for learning to Wing Foil. During our camp we will utilize both the inside and outside of The Hook. The inside of The Hook is more protected and allows students to get comfortable with the equipment and learn how to control the wing before moving across to the outside of The Hook where we will switch to foil boards.

We have fourteen (14) camp sessions in the summer months of 2024.

> Session 1: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp July 1-3, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 2: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp July 1-3, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 3: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp July 8-10, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 4: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp July 8-10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 5: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp July 15-17, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 6: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp July 15-17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 7: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp July 22-24, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 8: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp July 22-24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 9: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp July 29-31, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 10: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp July 29-31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 11: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp August 5-7, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 12: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp August 5-7, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

> Session 13: Wing Foil Youth Introduction Camp August 12-14, 9:00am - 12:00pm

> Session 14: Next Steps Wing Foil Youth Camp August 12-14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

All Wing Foil Youth Camp Sessions run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

*Leave Thursday available as a make-up day if weather does not permit camp one day during your session.

Maximum of 7 students per camp.

Please arrive early, especially on Day 1 of camp to get checked in and sign waiver in person. Must arrive with parent or guardian to sign waiver.

Cost

$550.00usd

The cost of camp includes Wing Foil equipment. Our equipment includes a variety of high-end wings, non-foiling boards, foiling boards, helmet, wetsuit, and Coast Guard Approved Type III life jackets. If you have your own wetsuit, life jacket, booties and helmet, we suggest you bring it.

Students are responsible to bringing water bottle, snack and sunscreen.

Registration fees from the Wylde Wind & Water Performance Programs help fund the Wylde Wind & Water Free Community Programs.

Who are your instructors?

Wing Foil Youth Camp is designed by 3x SUP World Champion and professional water woman, Fiona Wylde! Wing Foil Youth Camps are hosted by legendary waterwomen and watermen to provide the most fun and safe wing foil experience.

Cancellation Policy

Full refunds will be offered for cancellations made over one week in advance. Cancellations made within 7 days of your camp session will be offered a 50% refund. No-shows will not receive a refund.