boot 2026: Boot Düsseldorf brings surf beginners to XXL pool

SURF Redaktion

· 04.12.2025

Pupils can try out and familiarise themselves with various water sports at boot Düsseldorf. In Hall 17 they can go skimboarding, wakeboarding or SUP every day.

DEG players Moritz Wirth and Luis Üffing tried out 17 different water sports in the surfing hall and tried out pumping, wakeboarding and SUP riding.

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Photo: boot Düsseldorf/Daniel Pankoke

Try it out! Once again this year, this is the motto for all those who come to boot and want to try out a wide variety of surfing sports for the first time.

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In January, Hall 17 at boot Düsseldorf will once again be the meeting point for the international surfing and trend sports scene - and an action arena for all those who want to get active themselves. From 17 to 25 January 2026, the focus will be on the fun of sport and the shared experience: numerous hands-on activities invite visitors to get on a board themselves and try out SUP, wakeboarding, windsurfing, skimboarding or pumping.

Experienced coaches give practical introductions to equipment and technique, share practical tips and accompany participants as they take their first steps on the water. In daily beginner sessions, those interested can try out which board sport suits them best in a safe environment.

Try out windsurfing, pump foiling, SUP, skimboarding and wakeboarding for yourself

The programme includes:

Wakeboarding and stand-up paddling on the 62 metre long action pool
Pump foiling and the first "flight attempts" over the water
Windsurfing, powered by 82 wind machines and in the simulator at the VDWS Surf Academy together with 42-time world champion Björn Dunkerbeck
Skimboarding on a shallow water pool in Hall 17

Registration is possible via the boot Düsseldorf website: https://www.boot.de/de/Besuchen/Themenwelten/Surfsport/Surfsport

Spontaneous travellers may be lucky enough to get one of the popular slots on site. The right equipment - from wetsuits and impact protection waistcoats to helmets - can be hired directly on site.

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Those who prefer to stay on land can take part in dry workshops with the VDWS (Association of German Water Sports Schools). The simulator courses are ideal for beginners and intermediates who want to get tips and tricks from professionals. And for those who want to fly high, the kitesurf simulator awaits - with a little courage and body tension, you can fly right up to the ceiling of the hall.

About boot Düsseldorf

With around 1,500 exhibitors from over 60 countries, boot Düsseldorf is the world's leading trade fair for boats, yachts, board sports and maritime lifestyle. Hall 17 has been the centrepiece for surf, foil and trend sports for years and attracts thousands of visitors every year - with even more action, interaction and community spirit in 2026.

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