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Go with the FLOW: For Female Cancer Care WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Saturday the 24th is fast approaching and here is a full run down of everything you need to know about the day:

 

How to get there: 

 

Follow this link  or click the image below for full directions

 Lagoon Watersports Directions

 

Contact:

Amy via amy@flowindsurfing.com or 07834818757

Lagoon Watersports via info@lagoonwatersports.co.uk or 01273 42 48 42

 

What to bring;

 

Wetsuit, wetsuit shoes, old trainers (if you have your own, if not do not worry these will be provided)

Yoga/exercise mat if you have your own (if you do not have your own it is a worth while investment and available for under £10 at amazon, argos, etc.) please let me know if you will be taking part in the yoga, and if you have your own mat. 

Food and fluids (or some money to buy your fuel for the day from the cafe)

Swimsuit

Towel

Warm waterproof coat and plenty of layers incase it is cold. 

Suncream. 

Your own watersports equipment if you have and would like to go out on the sea not the lagoon. 

COLOURS! Pink and teal (well lets go with green) are the colours of the charities we are supporting, so go bright, and come dressed in or bring with you anything in these colours. Anything that can be worn over a wetsuit (ie you don’t mind it getting wet, isn’t too tight fitting or heavy!) will be fantastic!

 

 

We will provide:

 

 

 

Equipment, coaching and wetsuits. 

A registration/meeting point where an organiser will be based throughout the day for any questions. 

Demo windsurfing/SUP equipment for experienced waterwomen for use on the sea or lagoon. It is also possible to hire equipment directly from Lagoon watersports this is available for no extra cost for use on the lagoon or at a reduced rate for use on the sea through info@lagoonwatersports.co.uk 

Nalu Beads masterclasses from the designers and pro riders of the original surf beads. 

Grassy porridge and yummy cakes to snack on plus a supply of water. 


 

Who will be there:

 

Amy: 

FLOW founder, windsurfing addict, and main organising lady. Ask  Amy anything you like, although she may be a little frantic ensuring all runs to plan. 

 

Brian: 

W4CR trustee will be helping oragnise and oversee the event, Brian will be your point of call for those of you wanting to know more about the charities and causes we are supporting. 

 

Cat: 

Windsurfer, surfer and your woman in the know on the land.  Cat will be in charge of registration, cakes and is there to answer questions re timing, sessions and will point you in the right direction. 

 

Ellie:

Windsurfing instructor supremo, Ellie will be in charge of the Learn to Windsurf sessions where she will share her enthusiasm and knowledge on the sport.

 

Chloe: 

Recently crowned UK freestyle Champion Chloe will head of the intermediate and advanced windsurfing coaching and clinics. Part of the Sam Ross Windsurfing coaching team you can pick her brains on any points to improve your windsurfing. 

 

Helen and Lucy: 

Hove locals these two talented girls will be providing the SUP coaching, both being natural waterwomen they are quickly progressing in the sport and are keen to pass on their knowledge. 

 

Lex: 

Nalu Beads team rider and pro wakeboarder Lex will be on hand all day to coach the experienced wake boarders as well as giving tips to those trying the sport for the first time. Lex will also join the Nalu Beads designers to show you the best ways to wear the hottest accessory for any waterwoman. 

 

Caroline: 

Our resident Yogi, Caroline will be delivering both yoga sessions on the day. She will be around all day and as an experienced personal trainer based in Southampton, will be available for any health and fitness related questions.

 

Schedule:

 

Arrive from 9am

 

Upon arrival come to registration point to confirm your attendance 

You will then be given a wetsuit if you have not brought your own

 

10am Energising Yoga

 

Please bring your own yoga/stretching mat if you have one and wear comfortable clothing

A 40minute session for all wanting to kick start and prepare for the day on the water

 

11am - 3pm On the Water and Coaching

 

Sessions will run to schedule so please be ready and on time for each of your coaching sessions. 

Each Learn to session will last 50minutes and be a taster of the sport. They will include basic techniques, demonstrations as well as most importantly getting you on the water. 

The experienced wake boarders session and SUP on the Sea will take part on the water and include coaching. 

The intermediate/advanced windsurfing clinics will be land based and cover various techniques and general advice, with an advanced instructor on hand all day to help out with any aspects of your windsurfing. 

Full coaching schedule has/will be emailed to entrants. 

 

3.15pm Blast 4 Breast Cancer

 

A fun team race to take part on the lagoon

4 women per team

2 windsurfing legs and 2 SUP legs per race

All entrants encouraged to take part.

All entrants have been emailed regarding team entrance, for further info contact amy@flowindsurfing.com 

 

Approx 4.30pm Relax and Restore Yoga

 

30min session to rejuvenate your body before ending the day with the 

 

Prize giving. 


 

Evening plans:

 

We are aiming to have the day completed by approximately 5.30pm allowing those that have travelled a little way to make it back home ready for a relaxing evening after a hectic day. We have not planned a specific party/evening event, however there is a very (very) strong possibility that atleast a couple of us will arrange to meet in a bar/pub in Brighton later in the evening. Leaving the plans more relaxed we will see who is feeling up for some evening antics on the day, and arrange as appropriate, of course everyone is welcome even if just for one celebratory drink! So for those that are local or staying in the area for the night there will definitely be something going on. 

 

Where to stay:

 

If you are coming from further afield and looking to stay we do not have a specific place that we are arranging for people to stay at, how ever we would recommend taking a look at   http://www.visitbrighton.com and if you are looking for a group booking we may be able to strike a deal with http://www.myhotels.com/my-hotel-brighton/index.html