Luisa and Patrick are standing on the shore of the Regenbogen Ferienanlage Suhrendorf campsite, a popular destination for windsurfers and kitesurfers. The kite instructor holds up an anemometer. „Not even twelve knots“, he comments. „Not an easy wind speed for a beginner, because it's difficult to keep the kite in the air with so little wind.“ For his explanation, Patrick has slipped the anemometer into his trouser pocket – he is deaf and needs both hands to communicate with Luisa in sign language.
What can come of a chance encounter?
Germany's first certified kitesurfing school for the deaf!
The two became friends in Sri Lanka. It turned out that Marie, the native language interpreter, never really had much work in the summer. "Why don't you come to Ummanz for a summer and help out at the surf school?" Pia suggested. That happened in the summer of 2017, and by the time the summer on Ummanz was over, the two friends had combined their respective professional skills into a joint project - a kit school for the walking-less. Pia, who had a Master's degree in International Management with a focus on start-ups, even completed a native language course. Now I can communicate quite well with deaf people, but of course not as well as Marie. She has really studied it.“
Five-day kite course for walkers
Wind fairs, lines and pizza
The beginner's course consists of ten hours spread over five days, from Monday to Friday. The program includes practical sessions on the Bodden, theory lessons and many moments of relaxation. The latter also take place in the form of a fresh pizza evening at the „tiki bar“ of the nearby surf hostel, where pastrami pizza is served with beer and summer soda, accompanied by wildly mixed music from the band.
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- Read more: "Boat rental at Polly Ferienhof Strasen"
©© northtours, Krämer, Polly Ferienhof Boat rental at Polly Ferienhof Strasen
- Pelzkuhler Str., 17255 Strasen
On a quiet side arm of the Großer Pälitzsee in the Polly Ferienhof you can rent out Single kayak, double kayak with steering system, canoe (3 persons or 2 adults and max. 2 children), SUP (fixed boards), fishing boat (as rowing boat or with 5 HP motor, max. 4 persons)
- Read more: "Oceanblue Watersports"
©© Oceanblue Watersports Oceanblue Watersports
- Am Parkplatz, 18230 Rerik
Our greatest reward is your joy! Fast learning success on the kite, through individual support.
- Read more: "Surfspot Wiek"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Wiek
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18556 Wiek
The wind mecca of Germany is located high in the north of the Island of Rügen and spoils with an incredible standing area that reaches out 450 meters. The spot is recommended for southwest to north winds. You can take courses and rent equipment at the wind and kitesurfing schools. Because of the sheltered location on the Wieker Bodden, the water is as smooth as iron.
- Read more: "Surfspot Stuthof"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Stuthof
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18146 Stuthof
On the eastern shore of the Breitling, you will find a small but fine shallow water area and a water sports school when the wind blows from the southwest to the northwest. And it's only a 20-minute drive from Rostock.
- Read more: "Loissin surf spot"
©© surflocal.de Loissin surf spot
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17509 Loissin
You can reach the spot via the campsite, where you can also take a shower and, of course, pitch your tent. Beginners will find a large standing area in Loissin. Experienced surfers will be happy about the fantastic shallow water conditions. The spot works with wind from west to northeast.
- Read more: "Surfspot Rose Garden"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Rose Garden
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18574 Rosengarten
A hunting ground without frills. Even the approach via the bumpy dirt road is a real adventure. But the courage is rewarded. When the wind blows from the northeast to the south, Rosengarten is a real top spot. Then you can ride kilometer-long strokes parallel to the natural shore and almost always have standing-deep water under your board.
- Read more: "DeafVentures"
©© Marie Kohlen DeafVentures
- Suhrendorf, 18569 Ummanz
DeafVentures offers you kitesurfing courses that are adapted to your needs. The team includes two deaf kitesurfing instructors, a sign language interpreter and a hearing kitesurfing instructor who also diligently learns DGS!
- Read more: "Surfspot Rambin"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Rambin
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18573 Rambin
Due to nature conservation regulations, only windsurfers are allowed to enjoy the great flat water and the gigantic standing area here. This sport is recommended with wind directions between west and northwest.
- Read more: "Surfspot Zinnowitz"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Zinnowitz
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17454 Zinnowitz
Shallow-water fanatics are at the wrong address in Zinnowitz. With a strong breeze from the east, first-class Baltic Sea waves roll onto the fine sandy beach here. In the high season, however, you can only enjoy the spectacle outside the bathing zone because of the many vacationers.
- Read more: "Surfspot Ludwigsburg"
©© TMV/Gohlke Surfspot Ludwigsburg
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17509 Ludwigsburg
In southern and south-westerly winds Ludwigsburg is first choice in the direct vicinity of Greifswald - and also the only one. For the slightly gusty wind the spot reimburses with a large Shallow area and plenty of space to build up.
- Read more: "Surfspot Ahlbeck"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Ahlbeck
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17419 Ahlbeck
One of the most beautiful Baltic resorts on the Island of Usedom is Ahlbeck and a super spot for wave beginners. Up to 80 meters from the beach, the Baltic Sea is still shallow. Relaxed sideshore conditions are provided by wind from the northwest and east.
- Read more: "Surfspot Ückeritz"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Ückeritz
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17459 Ückeritz
Shallow water lovers will find dreamlike conditions in Ückeritz because of its sheltered location. With a 250-meter wide standing area, the spot is also perfect for beginners. You can rent equipment at the water sports school - and take a warm shower. South to northwest works best, then the wind has a free course.
- Read more: "Surfspot Graal-Müritz"
©© TuK GmbH Graal Müritz, Alexander Rudolph Surfspot Graal-Müritz
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18181 Graal-Müritz
Sideshore winds from the west and northeast are optimal for a surf day at the Baltic health spa. In stormy weather, however, Graal-Müritz is only recommended for experienced wave slashers due to the densely standing groynes and the steeply sloping beach.
- Read more: "Surf spot hall"
©© TMV/Supremesurf Surf spot hall
- Freely accessible at any time
- Am Bodden, 18317 Saal
Directly on the water there is a large parking lot and surf schools that provide you with brand new rental equipment, tasty drinks and snacks during the season. So everything you need for a chilled surf day is there. Best sideshore conditions bring you wind from southwest or northwest.
- Read more: "Surfspot Flessenow (Lake Schwerin)"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Flessenow (Lake Schwerin)
- 19067 Flessenow
In the huge standing area, windsurfers of all levels get their money's worth with south to northwest winds. And you can even find a camping site directly at the spot.
- Read more: "Surfspot Lubmin"
Surfspot Lubmin
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17509 Lubmin
Baltic Sea flair at the Bodden. The fine sandy beach, the large standing area and small but fine waves in southwest to northeast wind make Lubmin a real alternative for wave beginners.
- Read more: "Surfspot Kreptitz"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Kreptitz
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18556 Dranske
Windsurfers are among themselves here. Kiting is prohibited. On the offshore sandbanks the waves break very cleanly and on strong wind days easily three meters high. You will have the most fun with sideshore from west-southwest. The standing area is narrow. Rocks lurk everywhere under the water surface. Therefore: experts only!
- Read more: "Surfspot Thiessow (main spot)"
©© surflocal.de Surfspot Thiessow (main spot)
- Freely accessible at any time
- 18586 Thiessow
You can park and stay overnight directly at the spot for a small fee with your van, camper or other vehicle. You can set up your equipment on the beach or on a small meadow. Best wind direction for wave fans is southwest. Then moderately high waves run into the small bay.
- Read more: "Surf Spot Ueckermünde (Stettiner Haff)"
©© TMV/Gohlke Surf Spot Ueckermünde (Stettiner Haff)
- Freely accessible at any time
- 17373 Ueckermünde
This shallow water spot with the broad standing area is still a real sleeper. Optimal conditions dominate in northwest and southeast wind. Surfing is forbidden from May 15 to September 15. Then you can fall back on Bellin, which is only five kilometres away.
- Read more: "Surfspot Groß Schwansee"
©© TMV, Danny Gohlke Surfspot Groß Schwansee
- Freely accessible at any time
- 23942 Groß Schwansee
Only a few bathers stray to Groß Schwansee. That's why you can sail down the long natural beach here in northwesterly winds, completely undisturbed and parallel to the shore.
