Kitesurf beginner

2895 SEKBook

5 hour grouplesson, all gear. Experienced IKO instructors

Group lesson: Kitesurf beginner • 5 hrs

Kitesurf beginner course

Learn kitesurfing from scratch with a safe and structured beginner kitesurf course designed for complete beginners.

During one intensive course day we cover theory, safety, kite control and practical water exercises. The goal of the course is to take you towards water starts with the board, but progression is personal and depends on conditions, water confidence and individual learning speed.

Course Structure – From Theory to Water Starts

The beginner kitesurf course follows the official IKO progression plan and corresponds to IKO Level 1 and 2. We keep theory efficient and spend most of the course in the water with practical training.

1
Short Theory

Wind, Safety & Equipment

We start with wind theory, safety systems, risk assessment, spot checks and how to safely handle the equipment.

2
Most Time in Water

Kite Control & Body Drag

You train kite steering, power control, relaunch, body dragging and directional control directly in the water.

3
Course Goal

Water Start Attempts

Once you have control of the kite, we continue towards board control and water start attempts with the board.

Important: The goal of the beginner course is to take students towards water starts with the board, but we cannot guarantee that all students will reach water starts during a one-day course. Progression is individual and safe development always comes first.
Price & Duration

Course Info

  • Price: 2895 SEK
  • Duration: Approximately 5 hours (*)
  • Courses available daily during the season
  • Beach location confirmed the day before
  • 2 students per equipment setup
  • Requirement: basic swimming ability
  • (*) If you are the only student booked, it automatically converts to a private lesson and time will be adjusted accordingly
IKO Level 1–2

Course Content

  • Free online theory preparation
  • IKO Level 1 and 2 progression plan
  • Wind, weather and safety
  • Risk assessment and beach checks
  • Safe kite handling
  • Launching and landing
  • Relaunch and self rescue
  • Body drag and board recovery
  • Board control and water starts
Everything Included

Included

  • Modern kitesurf equipment
  • Wetsuit, helmet and accessories
  • Experienced instructors and assistants
  • Documentation and beach guide
  • Access to the kite zone
  • IKO certificate upon request
  • Wind guarantee with 1 year to complete the course
  • Course discount when purchasing a new equipment package
IKO affiliated kitesurf center
Safe Progression

Structured Learning in Small Groups

We follow the IKO progression structure and adapt the pace to the students and conditions. Small groups with 2 students per equipment setup allow for more practical training and personal feedback. If you are the only participant, the course will automatically be converted into a private lesson and the duration adjusted to the equivalent private lesson value, approximately 3.5 hours.

The beginner course is the first step into kitesurfing. If you want to continue afterwards, you can easily add more course days or private coaching.

After the Course

After the beginner course, we help you understand what to continue practising. Some students continue with additional course days while others move forward with private coaching and independent training.

If you purchase a new kitesurf package from us, the course can be discounted according to current terms. We help you choose the right kite, board, harness and wetsuit for your level and local conditions.

  • Add more course days if needed
  • Private lessons for faster progression
  • Equipment guidance and support
  • Wind guarantee: 1 year to complete the course
  • Course information and beach location sent before the course

★★★★★
“One of the most professional courses I’ve ever attended. Super educational and well structured.”

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