Would like to learn how to windsurf, or windfoil? Today we sat down for a chat with pro windsurfer Elena Sandera, for her beginner windsurfer tips.

Elena is 20 years old. In the beginning of 2020, she decided to embark on an exciting and life changing adventure that she says is continuing to help her “grow into the best version” of herself.

After completing her high school diploma and starting medical school, she re-discovered her passion for windsurfing, took on learning how to foil, and has set herself a huge goal: to qualify under Switzerland for the 2024 Olympics. You get just much bigger than that!

In this quick chat on Instagram, we talked about a few different topics to help you out:

• Tips for beginner windsurfers (go for it, don’t expect to get Instagram worthy pics immediately and stick with the process)
• The benefits of being a female windsurfer and how things are improving
• Beginner tips for foil
• & more!

Watch the Insta Live: Get Elena’s Beginner Windsurf Tips here.