What Is Young Blood?
Young Blood is Duotone's youth-development program - built to awaken the passion of kids and teenagers aged 7 to 17 for action sports like wing foiling. The idea is simple: get young riders on the water in a supportive environment, teach them the right technique so they progress safely and fast, and let them be inspired by pro athletes and each other. Many of today's Young Blood coaches started out as Young Blood kids - it's a cycle that keeps giving back.
The Lake Garda edition runs over three days at the Duotone Pro Center Torbole, one of the best-equipped wing and foil centers in Europe. Reliable thermal winds, a full fleet of test gear, and on-water coaching make it an ideal place for young riders to level up - and have a lot of fun doing it.
"It really fascinates me how playfully the kids learn wing foiling and how quickly they progress. Their enthusiasm is simply contagious." - Klaas Voget, Duotone Foiling International
What Young Riders Get
- Professional coaching - educated instructors and team riders, with Michi Rossmeier leading on the water
- Latest Duotone & ION gear - try the newest wings, boards, and foils at the Pro Center
- Safe progression - the right technique from the start, in a structured, supportive setting
- Real inspiration - riding alongside peers and pros who love the sport
- A community - Young Blood is about belonging, not just skills
Who Can Join
- Young riders aged 7 to 17
- Some basic wing foiling experience already - this isn't an absolute-first-time intro
- Stoke to learn, improve, and be part of a crew
Everyone is welcome to apply. Duotone reviews registrations and allocates the limited spots on a first come, first served basis, so it pays to apply early.
Location & Conditions
Venue: Duotone Pro Center Torbole, Lake Garda, Italy
Wind: Lake Garda's famous thermals - the northerly Peler in the morning and the southerly Ora in the afternoon - give two reliable wind windows every day.
Gear: The Pro Center carries the full Duotone test range, so young riders can try the latest equipment during the camp.
Getting there: Easy access from Verona (1h), Milan (2.5h), or Munich (3.5h) airports.
Main Coach: Michi Rossmeier
Professional wingfoil athlete, Tricktionary author, 20+ years of technique analysis, Duotone & ION team rider. Michi runs the on-water coaching at the Torbole Young Blood camp.
Full bio →How to Get a Spot
- Send your details to Michi. Fill in the form below with the rider's name, age, and level. That's all it takes to get the ball rolling.
- Michi connects you with Duotone. He forwards your interest to the Duotone Pro Center Torbole and answers any wingfoil, level, or gear questions you have.
- Duotone confirms the spot. Places are limited and go first come, first served, so it pays to sign up early.