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How to get into watersports

Sailing, surfing, canoeing & more - how to get started

Water is a fascinating element. It offers pure relaxation as well as fun, action and adrenalin. The activities that can be practised on and in the water as a leisure sport are correspondingly diverse. There is something for every taste. What unites all of them is the easy access, which is possible everywhere - as long as there is water around. Our extensive guide for beginners in watersports explains some options and offers helpful advice for a smooth start.

BOATING
for beginners

DIVING
for beginners

BOARDSPORTS
for beginners

CANOEING
for beginners

Enjoy endless freedom on board

How to become a sailor, motorboat skipper or house boat captain

Fascination sailing - it's worth a try!

Sailing is deceleration and an ideal compensation for hectic everyday life. Sailing offers closeness and connection with nature and the elements. At the same time independence and "quality time" with family and friends on board. Driven by the wind, sailing fits into a lifestyle that's aware of our environment.

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I would like to sail - how to start?

For beginners there are many possibilities to start sailing - all without too much effort.
How to learn sailing!

10 tips for newcomers to sailing

The 10 most important questions beginners need to get answered for an easy start into sailing.
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Dreaming of a holiday on board

Discover new destinations and foreign cultures, be free from mass tourism, enjoy the wind and the waves.
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Motorboats: it's so easy to get started

Cast off - even without a boating license! That's possible in Germany and many European countries.
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Inflatable boats - pleasure with pressure

Many a boating career began on an inflatable boat - cheap, easy to transport and to handle.
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Family holidays on a house boat

Whether with parents or an extended family group, a houseboat holiday is always great for the kids.
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Diving into another world

It's easier to get under water than many would think

Diving is more than a pastime - it's a life style

Diving is not just another watersport. Diving is a way of life - says boot Düsseldorf diving blogger Bettina Winert. "Through diving I have seen the world, made friends for life, and these experiences let me go through life more relaxed."

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Try diving for beginners / Foto: MD / CT

Try-diving sessions for newcomers

A first try-diving session allows you to find out if diving is for you - without risk or extra effort.
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When the youngsters want to get into diving

How does it work with children and diving? When can they actively participate? What should be considered?
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Diving suit, mask & co - the right equipment

A brief overview of the equipment required. What is indispensable? What can be rented on site?
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Perfect planning for your diving trip

Diving spots, dive center, equipment check and packing - the perfect preparation.
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Divers have to follow safety guidelines / Foto: boot / CT

Diving & safety - the basic guidelines

Underwater safety is the highest priority. These basic rules must be observed when diving.
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The magic of underwater photography

Following a few basic rules will allow you to capture your holiday dives in fascinating pictures to take home.
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Young, dynamic, flexible

Boardsports offer diversity, action and life balance

Windsurfing - the mother of all fun sports

Windsurfing is considered the mother of all fun sports. Windsurfing is young, dynamic, lively, successful.

SUP for beginners - that's how it works

Stand Up Paddling is trendy as well as easy and quick to learn for beginners. It's a great activity to relax from daily hassles.

Tips for beginners in kitesurfing

The goal of every beginner in kitesurfing is to get out of the water and into riding as soon as possible.

Outdoor adventures

Canoeing offers great ways to relax and experience nature

Paddling nature - tips from the experts

Canoeing offers variety, relaxation and sporting activity in nature - ideal to help you keep the balance!
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The right equipment for canoeing

Canoeing means getting out and about into the wild. The right gear will double your fun.
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Great places to go canoeing

Rivers, lakes or coastal waters - depending on the area, no canoing tour is like the other.

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