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.

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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