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In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, near the coast of Senegal, there is a beautiful group of islands called Cape Verde. Even though it may seem small in the vast ocean, it holds great value, not just for those of us who love water sports. Sal has two centres on Cape Verde: one on the lovely Santa Maria beach, a quaint fishing village; and the other a 15-minute walk away in Ponta Leme, within the same village.

These locations are strategically chosen and are perfect spots for people to enjoy windsurfing, kitesurfing, wingfoil, and stand-up paddleboarding based on their skill levels, all while spending the entire day on the water.

For experienced windsurfers and wingfoilers, the centre at Ponta Leme is a great choice. It benefits from ideal wind conditions right in front of it and provides a wide selection of rental equipment from Fanatic and Duotone. The Ponta Leme school also offers courses for advanced wingfoiling and windsurfing levels.

The centre at Santa Maria beach is where kitesurfers gather in the mornings before heading to Kite Beach, just a 5-minute car ride away. Of course, you can also choose to ride right in front of the Santa Maria center. They offer beginner kitesurfing courses here, as well as courses for those new to windsurfing and wingfoiling.

Our partner windsurf centre at Ponta Leme is situated on the east coast of the island of Sal and is about 15-20 minutes walk from the main station at Santa Maria. For water start level and above this is an amazing windsurf spot and for those that like flat water blasting, plus some easy glassy rolling waves, this spot is awesome! The launch is on a small area with some small rocks and cross offer shore wind, so can be a bit gusty. However, after just a few meters the wind become super clean and the water like glass.

There is a very nice cafe/restaurant for between sessions or for non-windsurfing partners/families to spend a little time.


Ponte Leme Windsurf and Wing Foil centre in Sal, Cape Verde

Lessons
Windsurf Semi-Private Progression/Improver Course - incl. equipment
hour(s)
hours
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Note:

Semi-private lessons are offered with a maximum of two people and ensure fast progression. Your course includes board, sail, wetsuit, life jacket and insurance.

Lessons
Windsurf - Private Improver lessons - incl.equipment
hour(s)
hours
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Note:

We will schedule your course to start on your first full day, but you must remain available to the school to work around local wind and sea conditions, as well as instructor availability.  

Lessons
Windsurf - Private Advanced lessons - incl.equipment
hour(s)
hours
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Note:

We will schedule your course to start on your first full day, but you must remain available to the school to work around local wind and sea conditions, as well as instructor availability.  

Equipment Rental
Windsurf Daily Unlimited Rental
day(s)
days
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Note:

  • Please make a note of your ideal board size and style in the 'notes' section. 
  • Rental can only be used on consecutive days.
  • In the case of no wind, most centers will allow you to use other sports equipment, such as: SUP and Surf boards.
  • Equipment insurance NOT included. Please check your travel insurance, or most centres will offer a local insurance (approx Euro 45/ week)

Equipment Rental
Windsurfing and Wing Foiling Combi Rental Package
day(s)
days
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Note:

  • Please make a note of your ideal board size and style in the 'notes' section.
  • Rental can only be used on consecutive days.
  • In the case of no wind, most centers will allow you to use other sports equipment, such as: SUP and Surf boards.
  • Equipment insurance NOT included. Please check your travel insurance, or most centres will offer a local insurance (approx Euro 45/ week)

You must be able to demonstrate safe setup and use of the equipment, and be able to ride upwind (most of the time). If the centre feels that you are not yet ready to Wing foil independently they may swap out some of the rental value for instruction.  

Lessons
Wing Foiling Improver Private Lessons Inc Equipment
hour(s)
hours
-
Note:

For anyone who has never tried wing foiling before, during this wing foil course, you will learn the very basics of Wing foiling. This includes how to use the wing and foil - to your first rides in both directions. Private lessons will ensure fast progression.

Your course includes board, wing, foil (when applicable) wetsuit, life jacket and insurance.

Lessons
Wing Foiling Improver Semi Private Lessons (2 student per instructor)
hour(s)
hours
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Note:

For anyone who has never tried wing foling before, during this wing foil course, you will learn the very basics of Wing foiling. This includes how to use the wing and foil - to your first rides in both directions. Semi-private lessons include only two people and ensure fast progression.

Your course includes board, wing, foil (when applicable) wetsuit, life jacket and insurance

Lessons
Wing Foiling Advanced Semi Private Lessons (2 student per instructor)
hour(s)
hours
-
Note:

For anyone who has never tried wing foling before, during this wing foil course, you will learn the very basics of Wing foiling. This includes how to use the wing and foil - to your first rides in both directions. Semi-private lessons include only two people and ensure fast progression.

Your course includes board, wing, foil (when applicable) wetsuit, life jacket and insurance

Lessons
Wing Foiling Beginner Private Lessons Inc Equipment
hour(s)
hours
-
Note:

For anyone who has never tried wing foiling before, during this wing foil course, you will learn the very basics of Wing foiling. This includes how to use the wing and foil - to your first rides in both directions. Private lessons will ensure fast progression.

Your course includes board, wing, foil (when applicable) wetsuit, life jacket and insurance.

Lessons
Wing Foiling Advanced Private Lessons Inc Equipment
hour(s)
hours
-
Note:

For anyone those up on the foil, look to get to the next stage as quickly as as possible . Private lessons will ensure fast progression.

Your course includes board, wing, foil (when applicable) wetsuit, life jacket and insurance.

Equipment Rental
Wing Foiling full unlimited equipment rental
day(s)
days
-
Note:

You must be able to demonstrate safe setup and use of the equipment, and be able to ride upwind (most of the time). If the centre feels that you are not yet ready to Wing foil independently they may swap out some of the rental value for instruction.  

Equipment Rental
Wing Foiling equipment rental (board, wing, mast and foil)
day(s)
days
-
Note:

    • Please make a note of your ideal board size and style in the 'notes' section.
    • Rental can only be used on consecutive days.
    • In the case of no wind, most centers will allow you to use other sports equipment, such as: SUP and Surf boards.
    • Equipment insurance NOT included. Please check your travel insurance, or most centres will offer a local insurance (approx Euro 45/ week)

You must be able to demonstrate safe setup and use of the equipment, and be able to ride upwind (most of the time). If the centre feels that you are not yet ready to Wing foil independently they may swap out some of the rental value for instruction.