Barbados, Caribbean » spot info

The spot on barbados
There are no limits to your surfing creativity here, with perfect conditions for both classic wave riding and for new moves such as the push loop and the air jibe. A 1-2 metres deep reef 250 metres off of the shore creates a clean wave for riding downwind. Barbados has long been a renowned windsurfing spot and during the last couple of years it has also become a popular spot for kitesurfers. Barbados offers ideal conditions for wave novices and ambitious surfers, windsurfers and kiters. However, on most days the spot is unsuitable for windsurfing beginners or slalom riders. Therefore we can only offer private windsurfing lessons with water start as a minimum requirement. Kite tuition is held on the neighbouring beach in Silver Rock – a spot suitable for all levels. With its numerous different spots, Barbados is also a perfect travel destination for surfers.

Wind and waves
The wind varies between a constant cross-offshore or cross-onshore trade wind, which usually levels off between 12 and 20 knots. The best wind period is between December and March. Silversands is one of the best wave spots.

The center
The Club Mistral/Skyriders center is located on the beach of Silver Sands in the premises of the Silver Sand Resort, only a stones throw away from the water. This place invites you to relax and offers a magnificent view over the whole spot. Together with Gran Canaria, Club Mistral Barbados is our oldest center (since 1985) and also the first Skyriders station. The beach is truly beautiful, and crystal clear waters with temperatures of 27 degrees all year long make you forget the rest of the world immediately.