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Starting Courses

(Re-)Starting Your Kite Journey

Begin or Rediscover Your Passion

Whether you're taking your first steps or returning after a break - build confidence on the water

Complete Beginner Courses

Foundation Skills

  • • Wind theory and safety basics
  • • Equipment familiarization
  • • Kite control on land
  • • Body dragging techniques
  • • Water start fundamentals

Course Structure

  • • 3-5 day intensive programs
  • • Flexible scheduling options
  • • Small group or individual lessons
  • • All equipment included
  • • Progress tracking and certification

Restart Programs

Confidence Building

  • • Skills assessment and refresher
  • • Updated safety protocols
  • • Modern equipment introduction
  • • Technique refinement
  • • Gradual progression planning

Personalized Approach

  • • Individual skill evaluation
  • • Customized lesson plans
  • • Addressing specific concerns
  • • Mental barriers support
  • • Goal-oriented progression

Typical Learning Progression

1

Theory & Safety

Wind theory, equipment overview, safety systems, and basic meteorology.

2

Land Practice

Kite control, wind window understanding, and safety release practice.

3

Water Skills

Body dragging, water relaunch, and power control in water environment.

4

Board Riding

Water starts, first rides, direction changes, and independent riding.

What's Included in Your Course

Equipment & Materials

  • • Complete kite setup (kite, bar, lines)
  • • Wetsuit and safety equipment
  • • Board and harness
  • • Helmet and impact vest
  • • Theory materials and guides

Professional Support

  • • VDWS certified instruction
  • • Radio communication system
  • • Video analysis and feedback
  • • Progress tracking and tips
  • • Post-course support and advice

Safety Features

  • • Comprehensive safety briefings
  • • Rescue boat support when needed
  • • First aid certified instructor
  • • Weather monitoring and assessment
  • • Emergency action protocols

Learning Benefits

  • • Multilingual instruction available
  • • Flexible pace and scheduling
  • • Small group sizes for attention
  • • Confidence building focus
  • • Lifetime learning support

Ready to start or restart your kiteboarding journey? Let's build your confidence and skills on the water.