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Level 1 – Learn to kitesurf as a complete beginner
Start your kitesurf journey with KiteActive
We teach you how to kitesurf – we don’t count hours, we focus on results. Our passionate team is always there to guide you calmly and confidently, yet with full energy, to your next step. That way you’ll experience fun and progress from your very first session!
You can’t learn kitesurfing in just one afternoon. That’s why our trips are perfect: a full week at a top location, surrounded by like-minded people and with the best conditions. Feel the wind, grab your kite and go for it. Your kitesurf adventure starts here!
With this package, equipment rental is included for the entire trip, so you don’t need to bring anything yourself.
We don’t count hours, we focus on your goal!
The Kitesurf Course
Simply a solid foundation.
This package is the perfect start to your kitesurfing career. We’ll get you on your way and make sure you can head out on the water independently, safely, and with lots of fun under the right conditions. A complete kite training in just 1 week – from ZERO to HERO! We don’t count hours, we focus on the goal!
What will you learn?
And what does your course look like?
After this week you’ll be able to go out on the water independently with your own kiteset. For your best progression, we teach with 1 instructor for a maximum of 2 students. You’ll share a kite set together for the entire week, so you can help each other and learn from one another. Kitesurfing is quite intense in the beginning, and it’s great to have a buddy on the water. You’ll be taught by our certified top instructors – in your own language and by real kite professionals with over 10 years of experience in the sport!
Learning to Kitesurf: Preparation & Expectations
Ideal conditions: Flat, knee-deep water and steady, consistent wind will help you progress faster.
Mental preparation: No preparation needed – we’ll help you build confidence and discover your limits. Just get ready for a new challenge in your life.
Physical preparation: No preparation needed – we’ll guide you step by step. Of course, being fit always works to your advantage!
Technical knowledge: No prior knowledge required – we start with the basics: kite control, safety, body dragging, and your very first meters on the board.
Requirements
- No previous kitesurfing experience needed
- Swimming skills are required
Duration of this Level
On average, it takes 2–3 hours to complete Level 1 and move on to Level 2. With a full week of good wind, you can usually reach Level 4 – riding independently on flat water.
Where the focus lies
head out on the water with confidence
You’ll learn the essentials of handling your kite, making your first meters on the board, and practicing key safety techniques. Our instructors guide you step by step so you build confidence and progress quickly. You’ll work on:
- Learning how to set up and safely control your kite, both on the beach and in the water.
- Basic kite control on land and in the water: steering, power zones, and safety systems.
- Body-drag techniques to gain confidence and understand the power of the wind.
- Preparing for the water start: board positioning, balance, and riding your first meters.
- Learning how to fall safely, release your equipment, and always keep enough distance.
- First exercises with the board: riding straight lines and building board control.
- Understanding wind, tides, and spot awareness – the foundation for safe choices on the water.
- Understanding kitesurf etiquette: rules on the water and respect for fellow kiters.
Goal of Level 1
You’ll build the skills and confidence to kitesurf your first meters independently and safely, and be ready for the next step in your progression.
Milestones
We’ll do our best to get you here!
- Independently set up, launch, and safely land your kite.
- Gain full control of your kite within the wind window.
- Learn body dragging upwind and downwind to retrieve your board or cover distance.
- Make your first water starts and ride short stretches in a straight line.
- Develop basic board control.
- Understand wind, safety systems, and spot etiquette.
- Ride your first meters with control – and a big smile.
The kitesurf roadmap of this course
Step by step to the next level!
Set-up / Pack-down of your kite (equipment) knowledge
Learn how to rig your kite and get to know all about your equipment: bar extensions, line lengths, different systems, kite types, and more.
Starting and landing the kite
Perhaps the most important part of your training: learn to launch independently and land safely on the beach.
Safety / self rescue
Various safety systems are explained, emergency situations are discussed, and a step-by-step plan is created so you can always rescue yourself and get to safety.
Theory & Rules
What about right of way rules? How does the weather affect you? Which kite size should you use for different wind strengths? What do you need to be aware of? Plenty to discuss during our group theory session.
Kite control
You can never practice this enough – 80% of kitesurfing is kite control, and during the course we dedicate plenty of time to it.
Bodydraggen
Upwind body dragging
What happens if you lose your board? You’ll learn how to safely retrieve your board or reach the shore by dragging against the wind. It’s also great practice for flying the kite with one hand.
Downwind body dragging
Get to know the power zone and steer the kite through the entire wind window to generate as much power as possible. A super fun exercise!
Spot analysis
Every kitespot is different, every forecast is different. We’ll teach you what to look out for when you want to go kiting on your own.
Relaunching your kite
In strong wind it’s easy to relaunch your kite – but can you also manage it in lighter wind?
Waterstarts
If everything goes well, we finally arrive at the water start! This is where we get you up on the board.
Independend practise
Towards the end of the course, we focus strongly on independence. Sometimes we’ll let you practice on your own (together with your fellow student) so you can help each other and train independently.
FAQ
Can’t find your question here? Get in touch with us!
What happens after 9 hours of lessons?
You’ll continue practicing independently with another kiter. At our destinations the wind usually blows all day, giving everyone plenty of time to spend hours on the water.
Can I get a private kite after 9 hours?
Our packages are generally set up so that in the beginning you’ll share a kite with someone else. Why? Because in the early stages you can help and learn a lot from each other. This way you save on expensive lesson hours, since after 9 hours you’re often not fully independent yet. If we see that you’re progressing faster than the rest and there happens to be an extra kite set available, we’re not strict – you can use one of ours! We always do our best to get everyone on the water as much as possible.
Want your own kite set after those 9 hours and your instructor agrees that your level is good enough? Then you can rent your own kite set for just €30/day extra.
Am I Insured?
During this course you are not insured. Check if your travel insurance covers kitesurfing or ask us to help you arrange the right insurance!
We strongly recommend checking your travel insurance carefully to see if it covers extreme sports – to avoid disappointment and hassle during your holiday. We work together with Sportzeker, so you’ll always be fully covered!
Can I use unlimited kite gear?
In principle, yes – if the instructor decides the conditions are suitable for your level, you can take and test all sizes of the latest gear.