Wing foil, surf foil, kite foil, tow foil: the hydrofoil is quietly reshaping every board sport. Find the discipline that suits you and how to get started safely.
Pairing a handheld wing with a hydrofoil, wing foil is the fastest-growing board sport around. It works in moderate wind, needs no lines or harness and is the most beginner-friendly way onto a foil.
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Surf foil turns small, gutless waves into long, silent glides. There is no engine and no wing – just the foil and the swell – so it suits confident surfers looking for a new sensation.
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Add a kite to the foil and the speeds climb quickly. Kite foil rewards riders chasing pure performance, and it demands solid kite skills before you clip in. Tow foil, behind a boat or jet-ski, is another route in.
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Front wing area, mast length, board volume in litres: the right dimensions make all the difference to your first flights. Our editorial guide walks through the choices for each level and discipline.
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Helmet, impact vest, minimum water depth and keeping clear of other water users: the foil is sharp and fast, so a handful of honest rules keep every session safe.
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Shallow, sandy, sheltered water with room to spare is ideal for learning. Browse our destinations to find flat-water estuaries and gentle bays that suit your first flights.
Explore the spots arrow_forwardFoiling looks daunting, but it can be learned. With the right coaching and the right kit, those first flights come sooner than you would think.
Prerequisites, the disciplines compared, beginner-friendly kit and a clear progression from first taxi runs to controlled flight. Everything you need to start foiling.
Read the guide arrow_forwardA shorter mast, a long fuselage and a big, high-lift front wing make foiling far easier to learn. Our editorial gear guide explains how to size each part to you.
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A helmet, an impact vest and a few sensible habits are non-negotiable on a foil. Learn how to handle the kit, pick your depth and keep well clear of other people.
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Shallow water, a sandy bottom and few other users are what make a good learning spot. Choosing the right location is the key to progressing safely on the foil.
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