For a windsurfer, competitions are a great way to get your adrenaline going and push your limits a little further. They allow you to meet other people who share the same passion as you do, and also have fun! On this page, we’ll provide an overview of every competition that is available across the whole world.
JANUARY
When: 7-14 January
Where: Riva del Garda, Italy
The PWA (Professional Windsurfing Association) World Tour kicks off the year with a bang with their Slalom event in Riva del Garda. This is one of the most important competitions on the calendar, as it is the first major event of the year. The organizers have focused on the safety of the athletes, so there are no sharp transitions, and a great deal of care is taken to ensure everyone’s well-being.
FEBRUARY
When: 17-20 February
Where: Manly, Australia
The PWA World Tour kicks off the year in Australia for a slalom event. This is one of the most famous events on the tour and is highly anticipated by fans.
MARCH
When: 13-16 March
Where: Tarifa (South Spain), Spain
The PWA World Tour continues with a freestyle event. Tarifa is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. At this stop, you can expect to see all of your favorite professional riders showcasing their talents.
APRIL
When: 1-4 April
Where: Cumbuco, Brazil
The PWA (Professional Windsurfing Association) World Tour continues with a freestyle event. Cumbuco is one of the most iconic spots in Brazil for windsurfing, and it is an important stop on the tour.
When: 14-21 April
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Where: Qingdao, China
The PWA World Tour continues with a stop in China for a freestyle event. This is one of the most important stops on the tour, as it is one of the few events that are open to both men and women. The location is also a huge factor, as Qingdao offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world.
When: 29 April – 2 May
Where: El Gouna, Egypt
The PWA World Tour finishes with a slalom event. El Gouna is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. At this stop, you can expect to see all of your favorite professional riders showcasing their talents.
JULY
When: 2-6 July
Where: Almuñecar, Spain
The PWA (Professional Windsurfing Association) World Tour moves on to a freestyle event. This is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. At this stop, you can expect to see all of your favorite professional riders showcasing their talents.
When: 5-8 July
Where: Klitmoller, Denmark
The PWA World Tour moves on to Klitmoller for a wave event. The Dane is one of the world’s best spots for this discipline, and as such is an important stop on the tour. Don’t expect too much competition though, as not many women make it to this event.
AUGUST
When: 13-17 August
Where: Punta Ala, Italy
The PWA World Tour continues with a wave event. Punta Ala is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. This stop always sees a lot of competition, so don’t miss it!
SEPTEMBER
When: 10-13 September
Where: Tarifa (South Spain), Spain
The PWA World Tour continues with a slalom event. As Tarifa is one of the best places in Europe for windsurfing, this is an important competition to be at. This will be the first big event for this year’s tour, so don’t miss it!
When: 22-28 September
Where: Fuerteventura, Canary Islands
The PWA World Tour continues with a freestyle event. Fuerteventura is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. At this stop, you can expect to see all of your favorite professional riders showcasing their talents.
OCTOBER
When: 1-5 October
Where: Sylt, Germany
The PWA World Tour finishes the year with a wave event. Sylt is one of the most important stops on the tour as it offers some of the best windsurfing conditions in the world. This stop always sees a lot of competition, so don’t miss it!
DECEMBER
When: 10-14 December
Where: Lemmer, Netherlands
The PWA World Tour finishes the year with a wave event. The Netherlands is one of the best countries in the world for windsurfing, and Lemmer is one of the most iconic spots. This stop is always highly anticipated by riders and fans alike, so don’t miss it!
As you can see, there are many windsurfing competitions all over the world that are worth checking out. Make sure to mark these dates in your calendar, so you don’t miss out on any of the excitement!