
LANZAROTE KITESURF LESSONS
Why not come and learn to kitesurf in one of the worlds best kite surfing locations.
There is nowhere better to learn to kitesurf and have fun at the same time! Some of the best kite surfing conditions in the world are found in the Canary Islands right on Famara beach. The consistently great weather conditions lead thousands of surfers here every year. The beach is extremely big with no reefs or big rocks, perfect for all kitesurfing levels.
This is exactly the reason Internation Kite Surfing competitions take place on Famara Beach because there is no question; it is the best location in Europe for the exhilarating sport of kitesurfing.
Kite Surfing is Easier than Most People Think to Learn – Experience not Necessary.
The methods we use to teach is based on surfers experience and skill. We will support you to create attainable goals and help you reach them. Your natural ability, fitness, and motivation will determine how long it takes you to learn.
If you are an intermediate or experienced kitesurfer and want to extend your knowledge and ability, have a look at our intermediate-level courses. Even if you are experienced, you can still rent our surfing equipment or go kiting independently. We arrange trips to the best spots in Lanzarote and the neighbouring islands.
BEGINNER KITE LESSONS – LEVEL 1
Welcome to the world of kitesurfing! You will have an awesome time learning the basics.
We suggest beginners start with our 3-day kitesurfing course. The first day will include learning the basic safety precautions, all about the equipment and how to control the kite on the sand. The second day will entail you attempting body drags in the shallow water and learning how to improve your kite control. The 3rd, 4th and 5th day are when we will help you combine your new knowledge and skills and go into the water with the board and kite. Now it’s time to practice!
Beginner LESSON CONTENT – LEVEL 1
- SPOT SELECTION – Selecting the right place for training is crucial to your kitesurfing success. Picking a safe place where you can practice manoeuvring without hitting anything or anyone will speed up your progress.
- SAFETY– To stay safe and confident when using equipment, you must be able to use different safety systems.
- PREFLIGHT – Prior to launching the kite, it’s vital to check and adjust the equipment correctly.
- BASIC FLIGHT – You will learn basic kite control, understanding of the wind window and how it interacts with the kite.
- UNTANGLE LINES – You will learn some simple and very effective techniques for how to untangle kite lines.
- DEPOWER – How to control the power of your kite to be able to stop the drag, which is crucial in emergency situations.
- LANDING – Safely landing the kite is the basis for a safe kitesurf. You will learn to land the kite easily and safely and to launch it again on your own.
- SELF-RESCUE – There are multiple methods for self-rescue in emergency situations; it’s important to know them all.
INTERMEDIATE KITE LESSONS – LEVEL 2
If you have a bit of kitesurfing experience under your belt, then you will want to join our intermediate course. We will help you improve your existing skills and control the kite better using your legs. You will also learn how to recover your board if you lose it to the sea and need to return upwind. Similar advanced and difficult situations will be taken into account at this stage to prepare our surfers for advanced kitesurfing situations. The speed at which you learn these higher techniques depends on the individual and can be affected by the weather as well as your natural ability. Remember, kite surfing is easy to learn but it requires practice, like everything in life!
Intermediate LESSON CONTENT – LEVEL 2
- DOWNWIND BODY DRAG – At this level, you will learn how to safely enter into the water, control the kite and maintain it in the power zone.
- WATER RELAUNCH – Learn how to relaunch the kite from in the water.
- SELF-RESCUE – There are multiple methods for self-rescue in emergency situations; it’s important to know them all.
- BODY DRAG UPWIND – In this lesson, you will learn how to travel upwind by creating resistance with your body and the board.
- STEADY PULL- Be prepared to learn how to use the power in the kite with your stance over the board.
- WATER START – Understand how to relaunch the kite when in the water by using the wind to get pulled up onto your board.
- Complete STOP – Be able to do a full stop, when the wind gets too strong to handle or in the case of an emergency.
- RIGHT OF WAY RULES – These rules will help you avoid injuries and collisions with other surfers or swimmers in the ocean. Every kitesurfer should know the right of way, they are just as important as road traffic rules.
INDEPENDENT KITE LESSONS – LEVEL 3
This is your opportunity to enter the kitesurfing world independently.
We suggest beginners start with our 3-day kitesurfing course. The first day will include learning the basic safety precautions, all about the equipment and how to control the kite on the sand. The second day will entail you attempting body drags in the shallow water and learning how to improve your kite control. The 3rd, 4th and 5th day are when we will help you combine your new knowledge and skills and go into the water with the board and kite. Now it’s time to practice!
INDEPENDENT LEVEL 3 – LESSON CONTENT
- SAFETY– To stay safe and confident when using equipment, you must be able to use different safety systems.
- PREFLIGHT – Before launching the kite, it’s important to check and adjust the equipment correctly.
- BASIC FLIGHT – Basic kite control, understanding of the wind window and how it interacts with the kite.