The Official Test Centre
The Official Test Centre
The Official Test Centre
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Surfing & WindsurfingWater SportsEquipment HireStand Up Paddleboarding
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About
The Official Test Centre (OTC) is a watersports specialist 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 caters for windsurfing, kitesurfing, windfoiling, wing-foiling, kayaking and SUP and has an affiliated school (RYA/BKSA/AALA accredited) to cater for all abilities. The centre has the very latest equipment on hand to test and compare. And once you've chosen your match, it is available to purchase in their shop: Surfdoctor.com
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Adrian Somerville
1 contribution
Jan 2020
This was a foiling clinic for advanced windsurfers to gain skills in this new discipline within the sport. Equipment was available for those who needed it and was of first class quality. Instruction was excellent with video debrief and on-water instruction. Ages of clients 14-58. Everyone improved their skills with a few achieving their first foiling flights, others cracking the foiling gybe! What a fantastic weekend! Thank you OTC.
Written 27 January 2020
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PJsw6
London, UK8 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Good introduction to windsurfing. Although wind was high, the board was stable and the sail small enough to make it easy to pick up. Perhaps a 6:1 ratio of teacher to student was a little hard on the instructor to get us started at first
Written 25 July 2022
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Mark H
Weymouth, UK3 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Attended OTC to start my very first windsurfing lessons. Was a little on the nervous side, especially around the basics like balancing without falling off! The instructor Alex was superb for the whole of the weekend course. He explained the basics and principles of windsurfing very clearly with plenty of practical demonstrations. I really enjoyed the weekend and managed to stay afloat for most of it! The wind died down on Sunday afternoon so the centre have offered me the missed time to come back and complete my training. Anybody out there who is either starting in watersports or is already a seasoned enthusiast should look to go to OTC in Portland. You will not be disappointed. All the staff there are very helpful and friendly and you do not feel intimidated as a learner. My son attended a school visit at the same weekend and he thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Thanks Alex and Bryony. FIRST CLASS.
Written 15 June 2021
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wood229
Dorset, UK40 contributions
Sept 2020 • Friends
The perfect opportunity to try out and experience e-foiling. It wasn’t the nicest of conditions with a brisk NE wind but Joe was enthusiastic and myself and a friend went out with support and safety from Joe in the rib. Such a great experience flying across the harbour. I’ll be back for some more of that! Thanks 🤙🤙
Written 1 October 2020
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rab7772017
Reading, UK237 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
My son did a first flights course for windsurfing. Really enjoyed it and learnt loads. Instructor was very good and the centre we’re prepared as due to lack of wind had to rearrange the original time. My other son also hired a board and sail whilst there which was easy to do and great location for a blast. Thanks
Written 22 August 2021
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Jackiesusan
Somerset, UK5 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
My 13 year old Grandson had a fab 2 hour Windsurfing taster session. Very professional teaching with everything provided. I felt he was safe in the very supportive instructors care. Definetly be back.
Written 27 June 2022
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TrevtheRef61
London, UK40 contributions
May 2021
We had booked a holiday house for a week in Portland. Although I had windsurfed in the past I was feeling "rusty" after many years away from the sport. I was honest with the staff as to my ability and I was somewhat concerned Re: my strength, knees, and age (75). Bryiney matched me with a suitable board and sail enabling me to have a great hour on the water. A professional, competent outfit. I will look forward to another visit when we return to the area.
Written 8 May 2021
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Samantha C
4 contributions
Jul 2021
I had a windsuring lesson with Jo. It was so much fun, though 1/4 of the time I was in the water. Jo gave a briefing at the beginning inland, then off I went. The depth of the water is not deep at all, so even falling it wasn't scary. I was so impressed I managed to do quite well, I just wish I had booked more lessons in so I could improve.
Written 18 July 2021
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Rob B
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Family
My son and I had a Fliteboard experience at OTC this weekend. It was awesome! We were looked after fantastically well, with the appropriate safety briefing and measures taken, we had an exhilarating ride and progressed from no experience to flying after a short period of time. The team at OTC were welcoming and fun - highly recommended.
Written 11 September 2023
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yeo_man2
Yeovil, UK69 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
Recently had a 2 hour SUP taster with Harry. I am recently retired and have never tried paddleboarding before so wanted to get some expert instruction rather than figure it out for myself. Harry was very patient and I was able to stand on the board, despite some windy conditions. All equipment is provided and you have use of the clean changing and shower facilities at the National Sailing Acadamy. Definitely recommend the OTC.
Written 18 July 2022
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