On arriving here in Bonaire we looked at many water sports that the kids might be able to do. After ruling out scuba and kite boarding, Ben suggested he was really interested in learning how to windsurf. For those who have never been to Bonaire it is one of the finest places in the world to Windsurf.
Three world champions are from Bonaire. One of these was here the day the kids first took lessons. On the Eastern shore about mid island is a large cove called Lock bay. It is perfect for learning to windsurf. About � of a mile across it averages 2' deep and is lined with beautiful beaches. Jean and the kids joined a new friend of ours Ingo from Germany for a day of lessons and surfing. They rented boards and Ben received a private lesson from Raymond at "Windsurfing Place". Ben was quick to pickup the basics and was sailing on his own an hour later.
After the days sailing I interviewed Ben about his experience.
Ben said. "It is fun and really challenging. The hardest part is steering the board. I found standing up and going forward easy to do.
Dad: What words of advice do you have for people who have never tried windsurfing? Ben: "Yes do it! Definitely get some instruction. Remember that you will fall off a million times but you will learn to be the master of the board.
Dad: If you had the choice between playing game boy and going windsurfing which would you choose?
Ben: " Windsurfing!"
Dad: Good answer Son!