Windsurfing lessons?

[Sns99]

Hi folks,
I have always wanted to try windsurfing and I'm wondering if anyone out there can offer lessons for a beginner?
It seems all the shops do kiteboarding or SUPing lessons on the island.
I'm based in Victoria but will also be in the Cowichan valley soon.
Cheers,
Suzanne

[grantmac]

Nothing official but a few of us keep beginner gear around to help people get started.

It's not the cheapest hobby though, be warned.

[crispy2]

If you are willing to make the trip to Squamish, Charlie from https://aerialkiteboarding.com/ does do lessons. He doesn't have any gear so you'd need to bring your own.

[HiyoSilver]

I used to be an instructor but don’t have any beginner gear anymore. If you have gear I could possibly do a lesson. I’m based in the Cowichan

[KUS]

I’ll be happy to give you a lesson at San Pariel in Parksville...we have a bit of gear to use