Windsurfing
Southampton University Windsurfing Club is the oldest and most experienced student windsurfing club in the UK. We have one of the largest memberships of any university windsurfing club and provide opportunities for all abilities and backgrounds.
Here at SUWC, we cater for every level of windsurfer, from complete beginners up to international racers and advanced freestylers! The beginners start off at Southampton Sailing Club every other Wednesday as well as any other opportunities they have to get on the water, where they get the chance to progress through the beginner stages with help from our experienced instructors. The intermediates and advanced windsurfers head out across the south coast to a range of locations, from flatwater spots with bump and jump opportunities, to big wave beaches to throw some huge moves! The club owns a container full of kit that members always have access to for their own trips, including 2 foiling boards and a tandem board which any advanced windsurfers are allowed to use at will.
As much as we love to windsurf, we also love a good night out, and have weekly socials every Wednesday night. This can involve anything from a chill pub night to get to know other members, up to huge nights out touring the best of Portswood’s clubs and some crazy house parties. We also have a weekly get-together every Monday evening to discuss the plans for the week and grab a pint in Stags afterwards.
The whole club regularly attend Student Windsurf Association events held all around the country which involve 2 days of windsurfing including races for all levels, a freestyle competition, beginner lessons, and many other activities to entertain all. The hosting city will also take us on 2 nights out which are always unforgettable. The hosts range from Liverpool with some legendary nightlife to our very own event – Sot’on My Face – which will be hosted at Netley Sailing Club! As well as these events, we hope to plan some club trips to places across the south coast, including some national windsurfing events such as the Weymouth Speed Week.
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Windsurfing this year are:
President
- The President shall oversee the organisation and management of the Group and the Committee as a whole; ensure the officers’ accountability to Members, the Committee, and the Students’ Union; and represent the Group to all external interests.
Treasurer
- The Treasurer shall oversee the financing of the Group, set the Group's budget, and maintain the accounts of the Group. They shall also make decisions on what kit the club buys, aided by the Kit Secretary.
Welfare officer
- The Welfare Officer shall aid the Social Secretary in ensuring the promotion of a safe environment for all members. They shall be contactable in case of any emergency or issue which may arise and shall deal with it according to the university guidelines. They shall be approachable and capable to deal with any issues, and make informed decisions on how to resolve them.
Welfare officer
- The Welfare Officer shall aid the Social Secretary in ensuring the promotion of a safe environment for all members. They shall be contactable in case of any emergency or issue which may arise and shall deal with it according to the university guidelines. They shall be approachable and capable to deal with any issues, and make informed decisions on how to resolve them.
Beginner Rep
- The beginner rep shall oversee the organisation and running of beginner trips. They shall preferably be a qualified RYA Start Instructor or shall have an instructor present with them during these events if they are not an instructor themselves. They will provide coaching and instruction on these trips.
Intermediate Rep
Intermediate Rep
Kit Sec
- The kit secretary shall maintain the windsurf kit the club owns, including the organisation of the container where kit is stored, and make sure it is in a usable state for windsurf trips. They shall also keep track of the amount of club kit, and inform the Treasurer when and what kit needs purchasing.
Social Secretary
- The Social Secretary shall provide social and cultural pursuits for the Group’s Members on all levels such as nights out or planned society meetups. At these events they will ensure the promotion of a safe environment for all members.
Social Secretary
- The Social Secretary shall provide social and cultural pursuits for the Group’s Members on all levels such as nights out or planned society meetups. At these events they will ensure the promotion of a safe environment for all members.
Vice President
- The Vice President (VP) shall oversee the groups interaction with external companies or sponsors. They shall organise the purchase of club merchandise and organise the yearly club holiday. They shall also assist the president with administrative duties if/when required.
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Windsurfing, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year Membership 25/26 | £55.00 | 01/09/2025 - 31/08/2026 | Year Membership provides access to all the activities and events run by the windsurf club for the entire year. This includes weekly socials, beginner tuition and improver coaching, and access to regular organised intermediate and advanced trips including kit and transport. Alongside this by being a member of the Southampton University Windsurf Club you'll be able to get involved in weekend trips away as part of our association with the Student Windsurf Association, getting to visit other cities and windsurf venues for nights out and windsurfing during the day. New this year is the incorporation of wingfoiling equipment for those experienced in windsurf who want to try something new. | |
| Semester 1 Membership 25/26 | £30.00 | 01/09/2025 - 23/01/2026 | Semester 1 Membership provides access to all the activities and events run by the windsurf club for the first semester only (Until the end of the January Exam Period). This includes weekly socials, beginner tuition and improver coaching, and access to regular organised intermediate and advanced trips including kit and transport. Alongside this by being a member of the Southampton University Windsurf Club you'll be able to get involved in weekend trips away as part of our association with the Student Windsurf Association, getting to visit other cities and windsurf venues for nights out and windsurfing during the day. New this year is the incorporation of wingfoiling equipment for those experienced in windsurf who want to try something new. Semester 1 Membership is a great place to start if you aren't sure if windsurfing is for you or you're keen on trying multiple clubs throughout the year, we're always happy to have you. You can always buy a Semester 2 Membership later on if you decide to keep it going. | |
| Alumni Membership 25/26 | £30.00 | 01/09/2025 - 30/08/2026 | Alumni Membership is aimed to those members of our club who are graduated but seek to still have access to container kit and Student Windsurf Association event signups. This is not a valid membership for current members, if you buy this membership as a current student you will not be given the access requested. SUSU affiliation is needed alongside. |
Products
Available products to purchase for Windsurfing
Log Book & Certificate
RYA log book and certificate
Fleeces, Hoodies, T-Shirts, Beanies
Windsurf Stash
Fleece
Fleece
Boonie
Boonies
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Windsurfing are available to view below
Upcoming Events
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