The honest answer: it's easier than almost every other water sport. E-SURFER has taught hundreds of students since 2019 — and 99% say eFoiling was easier than
In this episode, Andreas Lakeberg shares what the learning curve actually looks like: when you'll take your first flight, how many sessions until you're riding
independently, and which equipment choices cut your learning time in half.
What this episode covers:
The five stages of learning: from lying prone to flying independently
Timeline: first takeoff within 20–60 minutes, independent riding after 3–5 sessions
Why eFoiling is simpler than windsurfing, kitesurfing, or wing foiling — you only control the board
Equipment that accelerates learning: large boards (150+ liters), wide wings (2,000 cm²), jet propulsion
eFoil Scooters: why 230-liter boards with handlebars are the fastest path for complete beginners
Professional lesson costs: €150–€300 including board, instructor, and safety equipment
No prior water sports experience required — basic balance is enough
Key insight: the right equipment matters more than natural talent. A beginner on a large board with a wide wing will outperform an athletic person on a small
performance board in their first session.
Full article: https://www.e-surfer.com/en/blog/is-e-foiling-difficult-to-learn/
Book an eFoil course: https://www.e-surfer.com/en/efoil-course/
E-SURFER — testing eFoils independently since 2017.