What the FAQ?
Because safety and understanding are important!
Safety
How safe are Fliteboards?
Do I have to go 45kmph to eFoil?
What if I am not the best swimmer?
F.A.Q
Will I get exactly 1.5 hours ride time?
Do I have to bring anything along for the Flite?
No. Everything is provided. Only a towel, some sunblock, and a sense of adventure is needed!
Will I Get Cold?
No. The wetsuits are glued, stitched and taped and are 4/3mm thick. The booties will keep your feet warm and riders generally only spend 15 percent of the time in the water when learning. The rest of the time you will be flying above the water!
Can I Take Photos or Videos?
No. You cannot bring any devices with you when learning to Flite Board. It is very important that your focus is on the learning and the actual experience of foiling. Don’t worry, our instructor will get some great footage of you via drone and/or GoPro if requested.
What if the weather is terrible?
Will I foil on my first lesson?
95% of all riders that learn with Fliteschool Queenstown foil on their first experience.
How Long Does it Take to Learn How to Foil?
Generally, riders are normally foiling within the first 10-15 minutes.
At What Speed Can I Start Foiling?
You only need to be planing (board on the water) at a speed of between 15-20 kph to start foiling.
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