Windsport
Windsport refers to sports and activities that rely on wind for propulsion or lift. It encompasses sailing on boats or boards, windsurfing, kiteboarding (kitesurfing), and related disciplines such as wing foiling and land sailing. Participants range from casual recreationalists to elite competitors.
Windsport has roots in traditional sailing, with modern windsurfing developing in the mid-20th century and gaining
Typical equipment varies by discipline: windsurfers use a board with a sail mounted on a mast; sailors
Safety and training emphasize weather assessment, skill progression, and local rules. Lessons from qualified instructors and
Governing bodies include World Sailing for mainstream sailing, and organizations such as the Global Kitesports Association