KITEBOARDING LESSONS

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Beginner Kiteboarding Lessons

GROUP, SEMIPRIVATE, OR PRIVATE – YOUR CHOICE!

Are you ready to get hooked on kitesurfing? Learn kiteboarding from scratch with us! We understand that everyone starts as a beginner, and that’s why we offer a wide range of kite lessons and packages to cater to all skill levels and budgets.

Our courses range from 2 hours, perfect for getting a taste of this exhilarating sport, to comprehensive training programs spanning 1, 2, 3, or 4 days, designed to turn you into a true kiteboarding addict. If you’re unsure which package is the right fit for you, don’t hesitate to call us. We’re always here to help and love to chat about kiteboarding!

2-HRS
HIT THE WATER

Private, Semiprivate, or Group

Attractive Group prices

From $133 per person

6-HRS
PASSPORT TO RIDE​

Private, Semiprivate, or Group

2-3 days / 2-3 hrs per Day

Extra hour private after course @ $120*

$500 Voucher*

7-HRS
KITE IN A DAY

Private or Semiprivate

Single Day

Extra hour private after course @ $120*

$500 Voucher*

10-HRS
ZERO TO HERO​

Private or Semiprivate

4-5 Days / 2-3 hrs per Day

Extra hour private after course @ $110*

$500 Voucher*

LESSON PLAN

80% of kitesurfing is about kite control. To make sure you’re fit for the wind, here is our kitesurfing lessons plan which includes L1-L3 to get you on the board.

Level 1: Kite control (≃ 2 to 4 Hrs )
Level 2: Body drag (≃ 1 to 2 Hrs)
Level 3: Waterstart (≃ 2 to 4 Hrs)
Progression: L4 and L5

It typically takes around 6 to 10 hours to get started with your initial kiteboarding rides and approximately 25 to 30 hours of training to achieve independence in kiteboarding. Once you’ve completed your 6 hours and reached Level 3, you’ll be fully prepared to participate in our Ride Days and Camps, where you can work towards becoming an independent kiteboarder and acquire the skills for Levels 4 and 5.

LEVEL 1

  • Theory of wind and suitability of the beach
  • How to use the safety system
  • Set up and pack the kite
  • Get to know and determine the flying zone
  • Control the kite in the wind window
  • Launch and land the kite with assistance
  • Fly a large kite
  • Perfect control of the kite
  • Control the kite with one hand in both directions
  • Simulate the water start
  • Theory and simulation of self-rescue

LEVEL 2

  • Move in the water with kite
  • Recognize a safe practice zone in the water
  • Body Dragging
  • Launch the kite from water
  • Control the kite with one hand while body dragging upwind
  • Go far from the beach and return by using the kite
  • Practice self rescue
  • Put feet to the straps of the board while handling the kite with one hand

LEVEL 3

  • Water start
  • Maintaining the kite in both quadrants with the board on the feet
  • Maintaining the traction of the kite while moving in both quadrants
  • Beginning to ride on the water to both sides
  • Rights of way
  • Fast movements of the kite
  • Obtain speed with the board

LEVEL 4

  • Come to a halt with the board
  • Maintain the correct position of your body
  • Retrieve a missing board
  • Correct the position while riding
  • Riding downwind
  • Practice both sides
  • Riding upwind to both sides
  • Riding transition

LEVEL 5

  • Position of the body when riding upwind
  • Change direction without stopping
  • Ride on Toe Side
  • Change direction from Heel Side to Toe Side
  • Theory about jumps and landing
  • Practicing a basic jump
  • Rights of way

At Kite Republic, we're not just about offering top-notch lessons; we take it a step further.

With the KR CLUB, we’re with you every step of the way,
providing support throughout your entire kiteboarding journey.

Check it out and be sure to join us – it’s absolutely FREE, and everyone is welcome!

Progression Kiteboarding Lessons

ARE YOU ALREADY A CONFIDENT KITER BUT FACING CHALLENGES WITH YOUR PROGRESS? 

TRY ONE OF OUR PROGRESSION OR FOILING LESSONS, AND LET OUR ADVANCED INSTRUCTORS ELEVATE YOUR RIDING TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

kite foiling lesson

PROGRESSION lesson

WING foiling lesson

Rent a Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) at the heart of St. Kilda Beach.

Discover the joy of gliding on calm waters without the wind.