Force 7 Windsurfing Center

Force 7 is a windsurf school in the centre of Golden Beach (Chrisi Akti) on Paros, a sandy beach about 700 m long known for its wind, which according to the website hosts the professional windsurf World Cup every August.

Lessons are given by VDWS-qualified instructors, from beginners to advanced windsurfers: learning to windsurf (VDWS basic licence in 10 to 12 hours, dry-land simulation then on-water instruction), step-jibe, fast tack, beach start, waterstart, harness and footstraps, carving jibes.

Rentals include boards, sails, mast and accessories, with gear exchange depending on availability and reduced-diameter masts. The equipment listed is JP, Goya, NeilPryde and Attitude. The centre is linked to other services (watersports, beach bar, accommodation, diving centre).