Clubloongchat: Thailand's Original Watersports Pioneer. Over 30 Years of Passion on Na Jomtien Beach.
Welcome to Clubloongchat, the home of windsurfing lessons in Pattaya and a pioneer in Thailand’s water sports scene. Our story began in the late 1970s with Chat, affectionately known as Uncle Chat (Loong Chat in Thai). At a time when windsurfing was just making waves in Thailand, Uncle Chat’s infectious passion helped shape the country’s windsurfing culture.
From a Windsurfing Pioneer to a Watersports Hub in Pattaya
Uncle Chat – The Man Who Sparked a Movement
Uncle Chat’s love for windsurfing was more than just riding waves. He played a pivotal role in founding the Thai Windsurfing Association (Windsurfing Thailand) and served as its first President in the early 1980s.
The Birth of Clubloongchat in 1984
The Birth of Clubloongchat in 1984) As the sport grew, Jomtien Beach became Thailand’s windsurfing hub. In 1984, Clubloongchat was born – a school named to honor Uncle Chat’s legacy. Today, it remains the leading watersports hub welcoming water lovers of all levels to discover the joy of gliding with the wind in Pattaya.
A Legacy Passed On – Windsurfing Lessons by a National Champion
Pop’s Expertise and Unparalleled Instruction
Raised just steps from the Jomtien Beach shoreline, Pop gained lifelong experience from a young age. As the son of Uncle Chat and a Thai National Windsurfing Champion, he passionately conveys not just skills, but a deep, lived-in love for the sea to every lesson he oversees.
Backed by a degree in Physical Education from Chulalongkorn University and over three decades of teaching expertise, Pop has successfully guided hundreds of students to ride their first wave, conquer their fears, and discover their own lifelong watersports passion. Whether you are booking a beginner course or looking to refine your advanced windsurfing technique, you are learning from a true master who grew up with the wind right here in Pattaya.
Today, as the Secretary-General of the Thai Kiteboard and Wing Sports Association, Pop played a pivotal role in propelling Thai kiteboard athletes to compete in the Olympics for the very first time in 2024.
A Legacy Carried Even Further – The 3rd Generation
Today, the Clubloongchat legacy lives on. Pop’s daughters, both Chulalongkorn University graduates, now help lead the club. They bring the same heart, care, and quiet pride in their roots, ensuring every student feels part of the family.
They didn’t just inherit a watersports business; they inherited a beachside way of life focused on patience and helping others grow. At Clubloongchat, teaching isn't a job—it's how we pass on what matters most, making us the most caring watersports school in Pattaya.