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Get lessons from a British Kitesports approved kitesurfing school

When you start out it’s really important to get professional tuition from a qualified instructor.

  • Without the correct instruction, kitesurfing can be a dangerous sport, so by investing in some lessons you will learn kitesports the safe way and not have to deal with the consequences of trial and error.
  • You will get up and riding quicker with proper instruction and in the long run you will save time and money too as your instructor will be able to advise you on the right equipment to buy.
  • British Kitesports qualified Instructors and the British Kitesports training scheme are renowned as among the best in the world
  • Most people can be up and riding after a 3 day course

 

Our Training Scheme is internationally recognised.

We have around 30 British Kitesports Recognised Schools around the UK. These schools have to meet high standards to ensure that you get only the best instruction.

Breaking down the learning process into manageable parts gives you the best chance of progressing quickly and safely.

Keep scrolling to learn about the scheme and where to book a lesson…

LEVEL1 : INTRODUCTION TO KITE FLYING

(1-2 days approx.)

Part 1: Basic kite handling

Part 2: LEI rigging, launching and basic flying

Part 3: Basic body dragging, generating power

Part 4: Directional body dragging, control and self rescue

LEVEL 2: INTRODUCTION TO THE BOARD

(1-2 days approx.)

Part 1: Intoduction to boards and board start technique

Part 2: First board starts

Part 3: First rides including prolonged power delivery

Part 4: Independent kiteboarding – riding with others

INTERMEDIATE

Riding upwind

Basic Jumping

Transitions

Equipment tuning

Advanced launch, land & rescue techniques

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