Learn to read wind and water in a focused 2-hour session on Rehoboth Bay. Small groups and certified instruction make this a solid beginner option for active travelers staying in Rehoboth Beach.
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The bay sits flat this morning, a sheet of pewter broken by the steady hiss of wind through the rig. You stand on a low-slung beach behind the Bay Resort in Dewey Beach, the sail in your hands like a new language — waiting to be learned. In a small-group lesson you’ll get shore-side coaching, clipped-in safety gear, then the first, awkward sprints across knee-deep water before the board finds its glide.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good cardiovascular shape with basic swimming ability and reasonable balance; frequent kneeling, standing and short sprints are required.
Wildlife
History
Rehoboth Bay and adjacent Lewes have long maritime roots—oystering, fishing and small-boat trade shaped local towns before summer tourism expanded in the 20th century.
Conservation
The bay’s eelgrass beds and marshes are key nurseries; follow marked channels, avoid dragging gear through sensitive flats, and use reef-safe sunscreen to limit local impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Windsurfing Lesson on Rehoboth Bay today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for free parking
Parking is free before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on Mondays at the Dewey Beach concession behind the Bay Resort; plan accordingly to avoid fees.
Bring water and sunscreen
Two hours in saline air and sun can dehydrate quickly — bring a reusable water bottle and reef-safe sunscreen.
Expect active, hands-on teaching
Lessons are physically demanding with repeated water entries; be ready for short bursts of exertion and falls into shallow water.
Protect local habitat
Avoid dragging gear through marsh edges and respect posted no-wake and wildlife zones to help protect eelgrass and shorebirds.
Swimsuit or quick-dry clothing
Light, fast-drying layers let you move freely and stay comfortable after falls into the water.
summer
Water shoes or booties
Protect feet from shellfish and provide grip when launching and recovering the board.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
High SPF and water-resistant protection prevents sunburn during extended water time.
summer
Light neoprene top or windbreaker
A thin neoprene top or windbreaker helps in cooler spring or late-afternoon conditions.
spring