How much does it cost to go kitesurfing?
How much does it cost to go kitesurfing?
But how much does it really cost to start kitesurfing? First, expect to spend $500 to $800 for lessons – highly recommended for everyone’s safety. Then you’ll need to buy at least 2 size kites, each costing $500 (used) to $1000+ new.
How old do you have to be to kitesurf?
We find that nine to ten years old is the age range that kids have the motor skills, attention span and desire to learn to kite. Kids in the early to mid teens get it really quickly, and we have seen kids as young as six kiteboarding.
What size kiteboard do I need?
Which Kiteboarding Board Size is Right For You?
| Your Weight | Recommended Board Length | Recommended Board Width |
|---|---|---|
| 125-150 lbs | 127-137 cm | 41 cm |
| 150-180 lbs | 135-145 cm | 43 cm |
| 180-210 lbs | 140-148 cm | 45 cm |
| + 210 lbs | 148-165 cm | 46 cm |
What does kitesurfing feel like?
What does it really feel like to kitesurf? You feel the sheer excitement from controlling the great power of your kite, the adrenaline rush from sliding across the water, the thrill of weightlessness when flying in the air, the pure joy of being immersed in nature during hours.
Is kitesurfing easier than windsurfing?
The sails on a windsurf are simple to use and are held up by the riders arms, whilst with a kite there is more involvement with it’s control, keeping it flying and prevent it from falling out of the sky. So in terms of getting up on either a kitesurfing board or a windsurfing board, windsurfing is easier.
Who is behind kitesurfing UK?
Founder and owner Christine has been kitesurfing for 13 years and instructing for 9 years, is a British Kitesports Senior Instructor and has over eight hundred hours of kitesurf instructing experience.
How many kitesurfing lessons do I Need?
You are likely to need around 9 1/2 to 12 hours of 1:1 kitesurfing lessons to reach an independent level, safe to practice kitesurfing on your own. Our Zero to Hero Kitesurfing Course is our most popular lessons product, because you’ll always need at least 3 or 4 lessons to get started in kitesurfing.
What is a British kitesports recognised school?
In July 2016 we were awarded British Kitesports Recognised School status, the highest level a kite school can reach. Founder Christine Johnston is a former windsurfing World Champion and Olympian and holds eight national titles in windsurfing.
