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All information about kitesurf and wingfoil courses.

Course Information • Guarantees • Before Your Lesson

Course Information & Guarantees

Here you will find important information before your kitesurfing or wingfoil lesson: booking, weather, beach selection, schedules, equipment, rebooking policies, guarantees and what to bring.

Our lessons are completely dependent on wind and weather conditions. Therefore we always plan the lesson day, beach and starting time based on the safest and best possible conditions.

Quick overview

Wind

100% weather dependent

We only teach when the wind direction, strength and safety conditions are right.

Info

Email the day before

You will receive meeting point, schedule, directions and packing list by email the day before your lesson.

Location

Beach selected by wind

Common locations are Dalarö, Gålö, Studsvik, Ekerö and Gotland.

Guarantee

1 year wind guarantee

You have one year to complete your lesson if conditions are not suitable.

General course information

Requirements and conditions

Kitesurfing and wingfoil are 100% dependent on wind and weather conditions. We only teach when conditions are safe and suitable for learning.

The wind cannot be too weak, too strong, too gusty or come from the wrong direction. We always adapt the lesson according to wind, temperature, water conditions and safety.

This means you cannot always expect your lesson to run exactly on the first booked date. The more flexible you are with dates, the easier it is for us to find the right conditions.

Which course should I choose?

Beginner course is perfect if you want to try kitesurfing and learn the basics safely.

Complete kitesurf course gives you more time on the water, better progression and more repetition.

Kitesurf Max Course is our most complete setup for students who want to progress quickly.

Refresh, extra lesson day or private coaching is ideal if you already have experience and want to improve further.

How quickly will I learn kitesurfing?

This is one of the most common questions we receive, but the truth is that progress is highly individual.

Wind conditions, weather, water confidence, coordination, previous board sports experience, and how comfortable you feel with the kite all affect how quickly you progress.

Some students make their first water starts during the course, while others need more time to build confidence with kite control and safety procedures. A two-day course generally provides better opportunities for repetition and progression, but we can never guarantee that everyone will reach the same level within the same amount of time. The three-day course will give you more time with kite and practice in the water.

Our goal is not to rush the learning process, but to give you the right knowledge, strong safety habits, and the best possible foundation to continue progressing after the course.

Number of students

Our beginner lessons are normally held with maximum 2 students per instructor/equipment. This gives plenty of practice time and personal coaching. If you book alone we will try to match you with another student at a similar level.

How often do lessons start?

We run lessons every day of the week when wind and weather conditions allow it.

Summer season: normally April–November.

Snowkite season: normally December–March if snow, ice and wind conditions are safe.

Shop and lesson locations

Shop: Rålambsvägen 65, Stockholm.

Our lessons are not held at the shop itself but at the beach that works best for the current wind direction and safety conditions.

Common lesson locations are Dalarö, Gålö, Studsvik and Ekerö. On Gotland we may teach at Gnisvärd, Kovik, Tjurudden, Nisseviken or Lausviken.

Before your lesson

Weather, wind and information the day before

We analyze forecasts from several weather services including SMHI, YR, Windy and Windfinder. We look at wind strength, direction, quality and forecast stability.

The day before your lesson , between 12.00 – 17.00 in the afternoon, you will receive an email with meeting point, time, directions and what to bring.

Sometimes forecasts change quickly. If the conditions are not good enough we will reschedule your lesson free of charge.

Transport to the beach

You will normally need access to a car to reach the lesson location. Some spots can be reached by public transport, such as Dalarö, but a car is usually easiest. If needed we can sometimes help coordinate carpooling with other students, and you share gasoline, or our instructors. Service fee: 200 SEK.

What should I bring?
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Warm clothes depending on weather
  • Windproof or rain jacket if needed
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Food, snacks and drinks
  • Warm drink on colder days
  • Come rested and ready for an active day
  • Snowkite: skis/snowboard, helmet and possibly ice picks
On the lesson day

We normally meet directly at the beach for the day. Exact meeting time depends on the wind forecast. Usually wind picks up before noon, but please plan for the entire day since lesson times may shift depending on when the wind conditions are best.

Equipment during the lesson

Complete equipment is included: kite/wing, board, harness, wetsuit, helmet and all necessary accessories.

On colder days we also provide boots, gloves, hood and wind jackets if needed.

Booking, payment & policies

How do I book?

You can easily book through our online booking system. Select your lesson, preferred date and fill in your information.

Your spot is guaranteed once payment has been completed.

Payment

You can pay by card (Stripe), swish (123 465 6864), invoice or gift card.

If you book via company you can choose invoice it will be sent as PDF to your email address.

Rescheduling

You may reschedule your lesson up to 48 hours before lesson start free of charge.

Short notice changes may involve an administration fee since instructors, equipment and logistics are planned around your booking.

Contact us as soon as possible if you need to reschedule: info@kiteboardcenter.se

Cancellation & refunds

You have a 14-day right of withdrawal as long as the lesson has not started and active course planning has not begun.

After the withdrawal period, administration fees may apply. Started lessons are normally not refunded.

Gift cards, vouchers and wellness benefits are generally not refunded in cash but may be converted into store credit.

No show

If you do not show up for your booked lesson without valid reason, the lesson will be considered used.

If payment has not been completed you may still be invoiced for the full amount.

Guarantees & support

Wind guarantee

If the wind is too weak or conditions are unsafe we will reschedule your lesson free of charge.

You have 1 year to complete your course from your original booking date.

Course guarantee

We follow a structured training plan based on IKO standards. Our goal is to give you the safety, understanding and practical skills needed to continue progressing after your lesson.

  • Experienced instructors
  • Safe beaches and modern equipment
  • Structured progression
  • IKO certification on request
  • Liability insurance through IF
Equipment discounts after your lesson

After your lesson you receive great discounts on new equipment. When purchasing a complete kite or wingfoil package, your lesson fee may be deducted up to current maximum limits.

Visit our shop at Rålambsvägen 65 and we will help you choose the right setup for your level, weight and goals.

Support after your lesson

After your lesson we help you with equipment, spots, progression plans, advanced lessons and continued coaching.

You can also continue learning through our Kitezone.

Insurance & responsibility

Kitesurfing and wingfoiling may be classified as action sports. Please make sure your personal insurance covers these activities.

Kiteboardcenter carries liability insurance through IF, but participation is always at your own risk.

Why choose Kiteboardcenter?

Experience

20+ years

We are one of Sweden’s most experienced kiteschools with lessons year-round.

Safety

Structured lessons

We prioritize safety, the right equipment and clear progression in every lesson.

After your lesson

Continued support

We help you further with equipment, technique, spots and your next steps after the lesson.