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The Official Test Centre (OTC)

Running a centre in one of Europe's premier windsurfing locations (the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) - the host of the sailing and windsurfing classes for the 2012 Games) we house all the major windsurfing brands under one roof, making it the only centre in the world that consumers can test and compare the latest products on the market for themselves. As a result, The OTC is in a unique position to support every facet of the sport, from the consumers to the retailers and magazines, and even the brands themselves.
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The Official Test Centre (OTC)1 Day ago
Proud moment! One of The Official Test Centre (OTC) Team, Kerry Knight has been nominated for an award!

Kerry, and the Wellbeing Windsurfing programme she runs at The Official Test Centre (OTC). Her work, supporting disadvantaged and anxious children through watersports, has earned her well-deserved recognition as one of the region’s Coastal Champions. And if you’ve ever witnessed her sessions in action, you’ll know why.

#theofficialtestcentre #CoastalChampion #coastalforum #dorsetcoastforum
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The Official Test Centre (OTC)2 days ago
🚨 CALLING ALL SUP WARRIORS! 🚨
Get ready to paddle for a purpose at the RNLI MEGA SUP RACE 💪🌊
Hosted by The OTC and raising vital funds for the incredible RNLI 🛟

📍 Where: The Official Test Centre, Portland
📆 When: Thursday 31st July 2025
🕔 Registration – 17:00
🗣️ Briefing – 17:45
🏁 First Race – 18:00

🔥 Expect BIG boards, BIGGER fun, and the BEST vibes – all for a great cause!
🍔 BBQ & Bar provided by WPNSA to keep the energy up all evening.

👥 Teams of 6–10
📧 To enter: Email info@otc-windsurf.com with:
• Lead name
• Team name
• Contact number

Let’s paddle hard, laugh loud, and raise money for those who save lives at sea

#suprace #rnli #portland #megasup #fundraising #theofficialtestcentre
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The Official Test Centre (OTC)3 days ago
Droplets of hope, turn into a torrent of confidence with well-being windsurfing sessions at The Official Test Centre (OTC)!

We are so proud to be making waves of positive change to youngsters. Participating in their final well-being session today were students from Bincombe Valley Primary School.

Thanks to the generous funding from the Will Houghton Foundation and the Will Mackaness Trust these school children have experienced the therapeutic power of the sea to boost wellbeing! #theofficialtestcentre #willhoughtonfoundation #willmackanesstrust
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The Official Test Centre (OTC)
The Official Test Centre (OTC)1 week ago
Richard Houghton father of Will and founder of the Will Houghton Foundation speaks candidly about the importance of keeping the memory of his son alive through the legendary Harbour Dash. Read this weeks The Official Test Centre (OTC) blog and find out how to sign up for this epic event!

#theofficialtestcentre #willhoughtonfoundation
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The Official Test Centre (OTC)1 week ago
Swapping books for booms! Today at The Official Test Centre (OTC) we welcomed St John’s Primary School for their Windsurf for a Fiver session!

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The Official Test Centre (OTC)1 week ago
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Dates for the latest RYA Windsurf and Wing Instructor courses with us at the OTC. Book your space now. #rya #ryainstructortraining #wing #wingsurf #wingfoil #windsurf
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