Can anyone windsurf?
Absolutely, that’s what makes it so appealing. It does not matter if you’re 5 or 85 you can wind surf. It’s universal because you can set your own pace. You can start windsurfing as a recreational activity, learn the basics and ride the winds up to 20-25 km/h. Once you start feeling more comfortable you can pick up the pace and step up to stronger winds and faster speeds. And there is no limit to how far you can progress with windsurfing – you can learn all your life. Advanced styles of riding like Freeride, Freestyle, Waveride require more patience and dedication, accompanied by free time and money, of course. It’s all worth it, believe me. I live in Calgary, where can I go to try windsurfing? Some of the best spots to travel from Calgary are Keho Lake and the Oldman Dam. There you can stay at the campground, just bring a tent and a sleeping bag. There are some restrictions with open fires. The wind is pretty consistent on both lakes. However, right now on Keho Lake you would see more