+49 (0)881-909 60150
the boarders center
+49 (0)881-909 60150
the boarders center
The north-east trade winds accelerate across the plains of Lamentin and blow onshore at the launch area and at 90 degrees to the whole riding area. The main wind period is from the beginning of December until August, but FBC Martinique is open all year round and you can expect some great conditions in June and July which can be a perfect time to travel as hotels and flights are so much cheaper. There is a launching area in front of the center (30 m wide) with waist high flat water and soft sand under foot. This area is slightly protected from the wind and is excellent for entry level and kids. Outside this area is where the fun really begins!
The riding area is large and safe with easy freeride conditions (flat water and bump & jump). You wingfoil from the center in the direction of a deep green mangrove. Just before this (about 400 m from the center) is a shallow (waist high) sand bank, perfect for training new moves, or even for taking a well-deserved break.
A long wooden jetty runs from the main center building out to the riding area and it’s a great place for watching the action and taking pictures as your friends fly past!
FBC Martinique teach all levels of wingfoiling from beginner to intermediate and advanced. Even kids lessons are held in a safe and friendly environment. You can choose between several lesson packages and combinations either organised as a shared lesson with another student, or private tuition. International, qualified instructors teach according to the latest methods and in compliance with all safety precautions!
Wingfoil Beginners and kids benefit from a wind shadow at the launch area where the water is calm and waist high with a sandy bottom. The wooden jetty on one side and the curve of the bay ensure a completely safe learning experience. Further out the wind speed increases and becomes more constant blowing at 90 degrees to the sailing area. The flat water and bump and jump conditions are superb for stance work while flying and maneuver training.
If the wind is not enough for using the wing, you can improve your foiling skills by being pulled by a motorboat. Like this you can make out of all conditions the most and improve your wingfoiling easily.
The two huge lagoons with a long white sandy beach and shallow crystal clear tropical warm water make this place a really unique wingfoil experience. Both lagoons are available to play on, and at low tide the second lagoon can be reached within 10 minutes walking, but still the conditions are great further outside or a little bit further south of the center. It’s a perfect shallow water area great for lessons, and also superb for advanced riders.
Conditions for beginners are some of the best in the world! There is a shallow lagoon during low tide with a sandy bottom and warm clear water, and the lagoon is protected from the waves by the outer reef. On top of this a very consistent side-onshore wind blow.
Outside the reef there are nice waves but only for experts and at your own risk! The huge beach offers plenty of space for setting up. All year round the weather is warm, about 27-30 degrees – so board shorts and a lycra is more than enough!
The plantings of the seaweed farmers are everywhere along the coast, and some of them in front of the center, however they are marked by sticks and are easily visible.
There are two main wind periods on Zanzibar:
Beginning of June until end of September - the northerly monsoon wind known as the Kusini blows from the south (cross-onshore) with an average of 15-20 knots, and in the afternoons, there is a small thermic wind bringing a few extra knots.
Beginning of December until end of February – the southerly monsoon Kaskazi blows with an average of 15-20 knots. This wind direction is less constant and can be quite gusty.
Wingfoil gear rental and storage also available at the center.
FBC Zanzibar is proud to offer a wide range of wingfoiling instruction by fully qualified team members. It’s a great spot for learning and improving and lessons are offered from beginner to intermediate lessons. Progress is absolutely guaranteed with learning conditions that are described by most as some of the best in the world! The more you stay, the more you’ll learn!
Courses are on offer from beginner to intermediate (private and semi-private instruction) and taught by international qualified instructors. All courses include equipment and safety cover. Lessons are held with radios to ensure most efficiency.
Should the wind give you a break, you can also grab some SUP boards from the center and explore the lagoon and the reef, a beautiful experience where you will connect with the nature like never before ! Even better, the center works in cooperation with a professional SUP center that organizes some amazing mangrove tours on SUP. It takes place a few km north of Paje and only works out at certain hours of the day due to the tides, but these are hours you should definitely block … and will never regret ! Due to the shallow water on the whole spot of Paje, no windsurfing is offered at FBC Zanzibar.
Last but not least, if there are no SUP lessons offered directly in Paje, you can join an unforgettable SUP mangrove Tour that can be booked at the center directly – a fantastic experience !!
FBC Zanzibar is situated on the beach at the most beautiful kitesurfing spot on the island, in Paje.
The two huge lagoons with a long white sandy beach and shallow crystal clear tropical warm water make this place a really unique kitesurfing experience. Both lagoons are available to play on, and at low tide the second lagoon can be reached within 10 minutes walking, but still the conditions are great further outside or a little bit further south of the center. It’s a perfect shallow water area great for lessons, and also superb for advanced freestyle lovers.
Conditions for beginners are some of the best in the world! There is a shallow lagoon during low tide with a sandy bottom and warm clear water, and the lagoon is protected from the waves by the outer reef. On top of this a very consistent side-onshore wind blows.
Outside the reef there are nice waves but only for experts and at your own risk!! The huge beach offers plenty of space for setting up. All year round the weather is warm, about 27-30 degrees – so board shorts and a lycra is more than enough!
The plantings of the seaweed farmers are everywhere along the coast, and some of them in front of the center, however they are marked by sticks and are easily visible.
There are two main wind periods on Zanzibar:
Beginning of June until end of September - the northerly monsoon wind known as the Kusini blows from the south (cross-onshore) with an average of 15-20 knots, and in the afternoons there is a small thermic wind bringing a few extra knots.
Beginning of December until end of February – the southerly monsoon Kaskazi blows with an average of 15-20 knots. This wind direction is less constant and can be quite gusty.
Kitesurfing excursions, rental and storage also available at the center.
Due to the shallow water on the whole spot of Paje, no windsurfing is offered at FBC Zanzibar.
FBC Zanzibar is proud to offer a full range of kitesurfing instruction by fully qualified team members. It’s a great spot for learning and improving and lessons are offered across all levels. Progress is absolutely guaranteed with learning conditions that are described by most as some of the best in the world ! The more you stay, the more you’ll learn!
Courses are on offer for all levels (groups and private instruction) and taught by international qualified instructors. All courses include equipment and safety cover.
CERTIFICATIONS: Kitesurfing: IKO and KNWV
LANGUAGES: Courses are held in English, German, French and Dutch.
