Do lessons require prior experience?

No—lessons are beginner-friendly and start with wing handling and balance drills on land before water practice.

What is the minimum age?

Minimum age is 6; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Where do I meet for the lesson?

Meet at PADL Wind Club located on the beach at Crandon Park; arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and fitting.

What happens if the wind is bad?

Lessons are weather- and wind-dependent. Instructors will reschedule if conditions are unsafe; free cancellation is available with at least 24 hours’ notice.

Is equipment included?

Yes—lessons include Cabrinha wings, foil boards, and safety gear. Photo/video packages and private coaching are available as extras.

Is the site wheelchair accessible?

The activity area and launch are not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Wing Foiling Lessons at Crandon Park: Learn to Wing Foil in Biscayne Bay

Crandon Park on Key Biscayne, Florida, fronts Biscayne Bay’s shallow flats and steady sea breezes, and it’s here that PADL Wind Club runs approachable wing foiling lessons for beginners and progressing riders. The lesson distills a new hybrid sport—part surfing, part sailing, part hydrofoil flight—into an accessible two-hour introduction beneath Miami’s sun. Start with the scene: a broad white-sand beach, low-tide sandbars, and clear warm water that keeps waist- to chest-deep in the learning zone. The bay’s protected flats reduce confusing chop and give wings and foil boards room to accelerate without deep, unpredictable swells. Mangrove-lined shorelines and distant Miami skyline provide visual anchors while instructors coach wing handling, board balance, and body position. The curriculum focuses on fundamentals. After check-in at the PADL Wind Club, you’ll be fitted with premium Cabrinha wings, foil boards, and safety gear. On the sand you practice stance, wing angles, and wind-awareness drills before stepping into the water for guided sessions. Instructors break the skill progression into manageable steps: first mastering the wing on land, then controlling it in shallow water, then coordinating weight shifts until a rider catches their first smooth glide. Lessons are tailored by experience and progress at your pace; some guests end the session riding brief foils, others leave with the vocabulary and confidence to continue training. Why book here? Crandon Park’s combination of predictable afternoon sea breezes, broad shallow flats, and warm subtropical water makes it an ideal training ground—particularly for adults and families with young, capable swimmers (minimum age 6). PADL uses high-quality Cabrinha gear, which means safer handling and sensible step-up progression that accelerates learning. The small-group setting and optional private coaching let riders move quickly through stages while staying secure. Practical notes: arrive 15 minutes early for fitting and shore safety briefing; lessons are weather-dependent and can be rescheduled with 24 hours’ notice. Participants should be comfortable in the water; children under 18 require an accompanying adult. Expect light cardio, balance work, and the occasional wipeout—part of learning a dynamic new sport. Beyond learning, the experience plugs you directly into Miami’s wind-sports scene. After a lesson, you can linger on the beach, watch kiteboarders and windsurfers carve the bay, or book additional sessions to refine technique. For travelers seeking a fast, tactile way to connect with Biscayne Bay, a wing foiling lesson at Crandon Park delivers a focused, high-adrenaline dose of coastal adventure. Bookings include equipment, basic instruction, and on-water coaching; photographic extras and private one-on-one sessions are available for riders who want focused progression or a custom learning plan tailored to your goals and schedule, and instructors can recommend follow-up clinics and local launch spots for independent practice around Key Biscayne and nearby Miami beaches.

Wing Foiling Lessons at Crandon Park: Learn to Wing Foil in Biscayne Bay

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