The Official Test Centre
Watersports. Made Easy
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The OTC is a windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand up paddling (SUP) centre located right on the water’s edge, within the grounds of the National Sailing Academy on Portland, Dorset.
Accessible at any tide state and exposed to the best wind statistics on the south coast, The OTC has an affiliated RYA/BKSA/AALA accredited school to cater for all abilities, and has the very latest equipment on hand to test.
Windsurfing
From grass-roots, to windfoiling and hosting pro-clinics, we have every discipline and pathway in windsurfing covered. Whatever your level, come and get on the water with us at our RYA accredited school.
Kitesurfing
We are a BKSA accredited kitesurfing school and use the latest equipment and teaching methods (such as BBtalkin’ headsets) to ensure your progression into this exhilarating watersport. A little bit of tuition goes a long way in kitesurfing, and we’re on hand to ensure you enjoy the sport safely.
Stand Up Paddling
Otherwise known as SUPing, this is as diverse a watersport as they come! We can provide entry level tuition to get you going, making the most of the sheltered coves and corners in our vicinity. Alternatively we have plenty of SUPs (and sit-on kayaks) for you to simply come along and hire.
Onewheel
We are proud to have been the very first Onewheel stockist in the UK, having worked with Future Motion since 2016. We have the very latest Onewheels and accessories in stock, and on demo in the safe location in front of the centre. Our instructors have been riding Onewheels since the original and will be on hand to help get you experience the most exhilarating ride on land!
Visit our Online Store
For all your equipment needs and advice, visit our online shop. We regularly test the very latest goodies available, including electric land-transport options for when the conditions on the water aren’t favourable!
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Team Rider @scotty_stallman enjoying some of the wind we've had recently on his 2020 slalom kit. • #windsurfing #newkit #training #winter #windsurf #salmon #gofaster #blasting #wind
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! WE ARE CALLING AN OTC WAVE CLINIC THIS WEEKEND! The forecast is looking perfect, whose sailing on the crest of a wave with us? The Wave Clinic will be taking place this Saturday 29th February and Sunday 1st March, meeting at 1pm on Overcombe Beach, Weymouth. We will only consider allowing you to go out in the waves if you can water start consistently without a problem and you must also have previous strong wind experience. Ultimately, we will make the final decision on the day when we have considered the conditions. Don't miss out! Sign up today! The cost will be £45 per day to take part, contact the centre on 01305 230296 to book your place! Thank you @andystallman • #windsurf #coaching #wavesailing #windsurfing #ukwaves #itson #beach #waves #swell #surf #topturn #wave #improve #winter #storm #weather
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Nice to see one of team riders training hard in some sunshine. • #Repost @jamesfaley_windsurfing ・・・ Smashing out the starts.... 📸 @samrosswatersports / @henrybloodworth . @otc_watersports @jp_australia_com @neilpryde_wind @foil_worx . @windfoilzone #windfoilzone #windsurfing #windfoil #starting #slingshot #racing #pumping #nailedit #summer #fullsend #gofastorbelast
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We've been loving the weather recently apart from the rain! • #windsurfing #storm #waves #wind #stormciara #stormdennis #swell #downtheline #windsurf #wavesailing #beach #weather #dorset
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Plenty of wind today and loads learnt on another of our clinics. • #windsurfing #training #winter #windsurf #coaching #cold #water #improving #portland #goodtimes #watersports
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A OneWheel will keep you moving. Click link in bio to get yours now. • #onewheel #rolling #keepmoving #onewheellife #commuter #cruiser #blaster #skate #electric #electricskateboard
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Great weekend on the water with plenty of wind and even a bit of sunshine. Thanks to everyone that came to join in and a huge thanks to @williamsgbr83 • #windsurfing #slalom #winter #training #goodtimes #race #racetraining #startline #drone #dronestagram #weekend #bluewater
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