Viola juggles her professional career and her school to stay on top of both. And she's doing very well. Apart from being very good at the GWA Wingfoil races and freestyle, she just won the SFT World Championship in Pump foiling. Thank you for helping me out: patreon.com/UpOnFoil Check out our Website: www.uponfoil.com In this episode, Matt interviews Viola Lippitsch, a young and talented wing foiler and pump foiler. They discuss Viola's journey into water sports, her transition from kiting to foiling, and her experiences as a competitive athlete. Viola shares insights about her training challenges, the importance of community, and her achievements in competitions. The conversation also touches on the role of social media in showcasing her journey, the significance of safety in the sport, and her aspirations for the future. Viola encourages newcomers to embrace the sport and highlights the growing participation of women in competitions. Takeaways Viola started water sports at a young age, influenced by her parents. She transitioned from kiting to foiling and found her passion in winging. Viola participates in international competitions and considers herself a professional athlete. Training is challenging due to school commitments and limited access to suitable water conditions. Freestyle training requires dedication and often takes place during summer holidays. Viola emphasizes the importance of community and youth engagement in the sport. She has achieved notable results in competitions, including a world title in pump foiling. Social media plays a significant role in sharing her journey and connecting with others. Viola encourages newcomers to try wing foiling and not be afraid of competition. Safety and injury prevention are crucial, especially with the physical demands of the sport. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Foiling and Water Sports 04:00 Transition from Kiting to Foiling 07:30 Becoming a Competitive Athlete 08:30 Season Overview and Competition Results 10:40 Balancing School and Training 11:39 Training Challenges and Strategies 13:49 Freestyle Training and Preparation 15:50 Analyzing Tricks and Learning 17:19 Tips for Learning Tricks 20:36 Sponsorship and Gear Management 23:44 Harnessing the Power of Foiling 25:11 R&D and Prototype Testing in Foiling 27:47 The Balance of Training and Content Creation 29:54 Community and Youth Engagement in Foiling 32:22 Experiences at SFT Events 35:04 Future Plans and Aspirations in Foiling 37:55 Innovative Ice Skating and Foiling 41:00 Encouragement for Newcomers to Foiling 42:15 Women in Foiling Competitions 43:29 Safety and Injury Prevention in Foiling

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