The best way to discover kiteboarding! By the end of this program, you will be ready to move to the next step: getting up on the board! The first part of this program will take you through the steps of piloting a 4 line kite. You will also learn about safety, self rescue and how important it is to the sport. Furthermore, you will be taken through the steps of equipment set up and launching and landing.
Entry level
No experience needed. Be able to swim.
Achievement
Independent kiteboarder
By the end of the program, you will get up on the board for your first ride. During the course, you will improve kite piloting with power, one hand kite piloting and body dragging. You will be able to start upwind riding and do your first turns! During this program, you will learn how to manage your practice area and to choose your equipment. Your kite flying skills will be improved and you will learn how to control your direction and power, and come back to your starting point. You will be able to fly more powerful kites. You will be use a twin tip multi directional board.
Achievement
Advanced clinic program
This programmed it designed to refine and improve the skills learnt through our training program. Plus a few more things to help you ride. From our coaching jet-ski we can make you a more confident rider and introduce you to your first jump and kite boost!
Some Handy Hints
Location;
many areas around SA are great for Kiteboarding. They may vary in preference according to wind direction and tide. Ask our Kiteboard pro for his recommendations for the given conditions.
Equipment;
The right equipment for you will mean more fun and safer kiting. We have a full range of equipment and always practice safe kiting with flotation devices, kiting in numbers, never by yourself or in off shore conditions.
Sun smart;
Always wee the appropriate sun protection. Glasses, cream and hats as a minimum protection.
