Wing Foil 101 — 12 hour Beginner Course | Squamish, BC
The fastest, safest way to start wing foiling on BC's best water.
Wing Foil 101 is InFlow's flagship beginner course — 12 hours of structured, progressive instruction designed to take you from zero to confidently foiling on Howe Sound. This 12 hours of guided learning, this is the course that gives wing foiling beginners the best possible start.
Sessions are 3 hours long. After your first sessions we'll schedule your next 3 hour session and so on.
What You'll Learn
• How to assemble, care for, and handle wing and foil equipment
• Wind, weather, and tide awareness for safe foiling on BC waters
• Key on-land techniques and drills before you hit the water
• Foil handling, wing control, and balance on the board
• Tow foiling for accelerated early progression
• Coached water sessions with safety boat support
• Self-rescue techniques, beach etiquette, and on-water safety
What's Included
• 12+ hours of instruction across two days
• Wing foiling gear — wings, boards, helmets, PFDs
• Personalized coaching from certified InFlow guides
• Safety boat support throughout all water sessions
• Land-based practice and beach launch sessions
What to Bring
• Minimum 5mm full wetsuit + booties (required — not provided)
• Water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen
At InFlow Adventure Co., we understand that plans can change, and we aim to be as flexible as possible while maintaining fairness for all participants. Please review our cancellation and refund policy for all our foiling programs, designed to meet Canadian consumer protection regulations.
Participant Cancellations
- Full Refunds: Cancellations made at least 14 days (2 weeks) before the scheduled class or session will receive a full refund.
- Rescheduling: Participants can reschedule their session up to 7 days (1 week) before their scheduled class without penalty. After this point, rescheduling may not be possible.
- Late Cancellations: Cancellations made less than 14 days before the class will not be eligible for a refund unless exceptional circumstances apply, as determined at our discretion.
InFlow Adventure Co. Cancellations
- Weather or Other Unforeseen Issues: If we need to cancel a session for any reason, such as adverse weather conditions or other operational factors, participants will receive a full refund. We will also provide suggestions for alternative dates to reschedule.
How to Cancel or Reschedule
- To cancel or reschedule, please contact us via email or phone with your booking details.
- Refunds will be processed within 7 business days of the cancellation request being approved.
Additional Notes
- Refunds are processed back to the original payment method.
- Participants are responsible for ensuring they meet any prerequisites for their chosen program. Failure to meet prerequisites does not qualify for a refund if the session cannot proceed.
- In the event of a rescheduled session, all efforts will be made to accommodate the participant’s preferred date, subject to availability.
Thank you for choosing InFlow Adventure Co.! If you have any questions or concerns about our policies, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No prior experience is needed. Wing Foil 101 is designed specifically for complete beginners. You'll start on land and progress to the water in a structured, safe sequence.
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The Wing Foil 101 course at InFlow Adventure includes 12+ hours of instruction split over 4 sessions. All wing foiling equipment (wings, boards, helmets, PFDs), certified coaching with a maximum 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio, and safety boat support on Howe Sound, Squamish
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No experience is required. Our coaches tailor every session to your current skill level, whether you've never held a wing or you're working on advanced techniques like jibing and riding swell on Howe Sound.
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Sessions launch from the Oceanfront in Squamish and take place on Howe Sound, BC — one of the most consistent wing foiling locations on the BC coast, with reliable thermal inflow winds every afternoon.
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You need to bring a minimum 5mm full wetsuit, booties and trainers (you might practice wing skills on land).
InFlow provides all foiling equipment — wing, foil board, helmet, and PFD.
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Yes — and we recommend it. Semi-private sessions for two are a great way to maximize value while keeping the coaching personal and focused. Plus you'll save 50% on the second person.
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