So here we are – 2013! Things kicked off with a bang, 34 staff and students out from the UKSA (www.UKSA.org) were out to train for three weeks to become windsurf instructors. The course started with some seriously windy conditions unfortunately from the south bringing onshore swell and difficult conditions.

After a couple of days the weather played ball and everyone was out on the water. The three weeks flew past with Cairo trips, a night out in the desert, trips to Ras Sudr and plenty of evenings down the bar.  Everyone made great progress with their windsurfing especially considering some of them had never been on a board before!

The three weeks were capped off with an ‘Oscars’ themed night at the bar which everyone got involved in.  Turned out to be a very entertaining evening with pretty much everyone winning an award even the staff!

This month also saw Dan and Dave leaving the beach to pursue other careers. We would like to thank them for their season/s spent here at Moonbeach – they wouldn’t have been the same without them. We want to wish them all the best in the future.

We are very much looking forward to an exciting year in 2013, we have RYA recognition and so will be able to offer RYA courses; please contact bookings@moonbeachholidays.com for more info.

The sun is shining, the wind is blowing, the water is getting warmer and the season is set to start on March 2nd.  We very much look forward to seeing you out here at the beach soon.

You can follow us on twitter@moonbeachhols or find us on facebook (Moonbeach Hotel and Windsurfing Centre) to keep up with all the latest action.

A great chance to warm up after the winter and re-tune your skills ready for the summer.

Intermediate and advanced skills coaching with Phil Richards, in the perfect learning environment of our little beach. It’s the perfect course to push your skills forward, and master some new manoeuvres. Couple this with the renowned Moonbeach hospitality and it’s shaping up to be a great week.

It’s also a great deal at £680.00 per person for the week – Based on 2 sharing, including half-board, airport transfers, kit hire and coaching.

For you lucky folks that live in Cairo, there is a weekend package of £50.00 for the Friday, or £90.00 for the whole weekend. (That’s instruction only, but get in touch if you need some kit, and we’ll do you a deal!)

And for those not in the the know.. a little about Phil.

Phil has been teaching windsurfing for over 10 years. His personal sailing is to a very high standard, competing at world class level in freestyle events.

Phil enjoy’s coaching all abilities, from complete beginners to very high levels including but by no means exclusively advanced freestyle and wave techniques.

For more info, or to book, get in touch through the usual channels ( bookings@moonbeach.com ), and we look forward to seeing you at the beach soon!

]]> http://www.moonbeachholidays.com/getwindsurfing-moonbeach-march-3rd-10th/feed/ 0 http://www.moonbeachholidays.com/marvellous-may/ http://www.moonbeachholidays.com/marvellous-may/#comments Sun, 27 May 2012 08:24:26 +0000 Schlep http://www.moonbeachholidays.com/?p=1194 May has been a cracking month.. with loads going on… Elections, birthdays, video action and even some windsurfing.

It all started with Dan’s birthday party on the 4^th. The fancy dress came out in force, with a theme of Circus, Circus.. Everyone had a great evening and got into the spirit of the evening, and needless to say there were some sore heads in the morning!

The arrival of the new GoPro HD cameras at the beach this month have sparked a wealth of creativity..  We’ve been embracing their super flexible, compact, waterproof approach to all things video, trying out all sorts of funky angles using the flymount. We have collected some great footage, that will work well for teaching and for producing some excellent promo videos…. Watch this space for updates.

May has been a month of mixed conditions.. much like the rest of the world, the weather has taken a little longer to settle down.. However, the wind has still blown, with lots of different kit getting a good run out. Big hits this month have been the RRD Firemoves which have been proving to be immensely popular. Amazing early planning and a loose feel have made these a firm favourite with both staff and guests alike.

After 5,000 years Egypt is taking it’s final steps towards a life of democratic rule.. As this is being typed the final candidates are being decided by the masses, and with all things being equal, the run-off elections in June with provide Egypt with it’s first elected President. So, good luck Egypt.. Everyone is rooting for you!

Another windy weekend has also seen Aimee’s birthday, so Happy Birthday lass.. A somewhat quieter celebration this year??

As May draws to a close there is lots of cool stuff coming up.. some under wraps right now, so stay tuned and wherever you happen to be, happy sailing.

The last few weeks has seen Pompey windsurf club out at Moonbeach, enjoying both the variety of conditions and of course the bar. For those people who have made the trip out to Egypt we have had a great month as the windstats will show.

The weather is definitely warming up and the feeling is that summer is well  and truly here.  We have been putting on our usual mix of casual and relaxed evenings along with great tuition which as you already know is included for this year.

Put that alongside great equipment from RRD, Ezzy, North, Tushingham and Starboard we have something for everyone’s taste. As mentioned in the last Blog remember to post your designs for the inaugural T-shirt competition. The GPS challenge is also up and running with loads of categories…. In fact if we have missed any out or you have any ideas please let us know.

More from the beach soon.

In amongst all the stuff we’ve had to do to get the 2012 season up and running, we’ve forgotten a pretty important one.. ..the centre T’s… It’s a sorry state of affairs.. staff wandering around in last years’ worn attire, shop shelves half empty and that’s only the start of it..

So with that in mind we’re launching our inaugural Design a T-Shirt competition… and maybe you can help?

We’re looking for something unique, inspired and that very much reflects life and of course windsurfing at Moonbeach. Everything is down to you, from the style, to the colours and indeed anything else that you can think of…

It’s open to anyone (apart from our 2012 staff), and you don’t have to have even visited us to take part. The final shortlist of 5 (chosen by the staff) will be up on Facebook for the final vote.. all above board and correct..

The winner will receive a voucher for £200.00, equivalent to a week’s free kit hire, lessons and kit insurance. Redeemable against Board hire, retail and life in general onsite at Moonbeach.. and for those of you who have already been out this year.. fear not, should you court creative victory, drop Schlep a line and we’ll either reimburse you, or stash it away for when you visit us next. Oh, and of course there’s a free T-shirt too…

Undoubtably there should be a whole of terms and conditions but the long and the short of it is; design a T, email the design to us at info@moonbeachholidays.com with your contact details and we’ll keep you posted.. The closing date is a month from today – 13th May 2012.

*Nope.. it’s not a wet one guys.. as much we appreciate you wanting to see Dan parading around, you’re just going to have to get yourselves out to the beach for that one.

But it has, and with the centre now all set up, shiny and clean, the kit rigged and the staff all settled in, the only thing missing are the guests.. who begin arriving tomorrow.

As promised, the wind stats will be posted online each week.. seemingly bizarre I know, and very much in the vein of ‘you should have been here yesterday’, but hopefully a good way for us to log them regularly and for everyone else to stay informed. Click here for the windstats link.

And last but not least.. some pics of the set up, with shiny flags, new toys and the fearsome rescue boat trolley having a ‘grease’..

Sails rigged and ready for the off..

Nice work lads.. Dan & Dave flag-up the club rack..

Clear blue sky, flags blowing in the wind.. bliss…

and introducing the world’s heaviest boat trailer… As anyone who’s had the privilege will know.. getting the boat out at the end of the day is certainly.. interesting…

That about it for now, more soon.

After a winter gathering dust and sand, the centre and indeed some of the team – well actually just Dan all need a good freshening up… Getting the kit rigged, dusting off the rescue boats and firing up the bar.. coupled with some great uncrowded sailing.. everyone is very happy to be back.

It seems that team have arrived just in time for the start of the wind too… with 5.2 and 4.7 weather having been the order of the day since they got back to the beach.

Dave – our new Barman heading out – not a bad job really..

Lastly, one of the best bits of a new season is all the new toys that we get to play with.. and just for starters we’ve just landed our new RRD FreestyleWaves…  from 78L up to 105L they’re proving to be the ideal board to take advantage of our diverse conditions.

Some of our new toys.. currently being ‘tested’…

Now that the season is up and running, check back for weekly updates from the beach.. inc. all the latest tip, tricks and weather stats from our little spot on the Sinai.

Our group page (Moonbeach in Egypt) will still continue to update you on life at the beach, with latest news on all the comings, goings and endless new tricks being perfected. It’s still the place to post your pics, catch-up with friends and stay in touch.

Don’t forget our new booking details too. bookings@moonbeachholidays.com / Telephone: 00 44 (0)20 32878224

It includes all the latest prices, options and the bits and pieces that matter when it comes to organizing your holiday. There are a still a few bits still to finalize and the website updates will go through over the 24 hours, but hopefully there’s enough to get you started.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch; you can call us on 020 3287 8224 or email: bookings@moonbeachholidays.com and we’ll be happy to help.

In the meantime, either click on the image above or head to the bottom of the website and click on the “Download our brochure” button, and if you’ve not already joined our mailing list, please add your details for regular updates, info and special offers as they happen.

That’s all for now, have a great weekend.

We’re just in the final stages of gearing up our 2012 season.. which begins with aplomb on the 1st March…

New toys, new events and some great courses to boot! Over the the next 3 or 4 days the site will be updated and everything should become clear.. In the meantime if you’re after a holiday, we’d love to have you visit… Be it your first visit, or indeed your 12th.. Whether it’s your first time on a board, or you’re breaking out the forwards… everyone is welcome… Uncrowded water, perfect side shore conditions, great kit and a cool team – we’ve something to offer everyone.

If you’re looking to get in touch, the numbers has changed: 020 3287 8224 or alternatively email: bookings@moonbeachholidays.com and we’ll give you a shout!

So, here’s wishing you all a fantastic, windy 2012, and for us.. well, we’re just after a fun, busy season… hopefully we’ll see you at the beach!