LEARN TO KITESURF
The increasing popularity of kitesurfing here in the UK means that more and more people are seeking to learn the sport. If you are unsure of Kitesurfing is for you then you may wish to consider a taster session here in the UK in one of the many IKO registered kitesurf schools. See the IKO Website for details on your nearest school.
However, learning to Kitesurf in the UK can be very expensive and frustrating with unreliable weather and often not ideal conditions. The best way to learn to Kitesurf is on a dedicated Kitesurfing Holiday. Planet have many resorts around that world that are perfect for learning in shallow flat water, plenty of space to launch and land a kite, perfect wind conditions and above all, the very best Planet checked and approved IKO kitesurf Schools with your safety as our priority !
The best way to learn to kitesurf is to join a 10 - 12 hour IKO beginner course. This will take you through many aspects and ensure that you learn to kitesurf as quickly and safely as possible.
A typical beginners course can be summarized as follows:
- Introduction to kites with a look at different types and sizes.
- Rigging up (inflation, connecting lines, harness and how it works).
- Launching (off the beach).
- Landing (on the beach).
- Basic Flying movement, explanation of the window, etc.
- Getting kitted out (choosing the wetsuit, buoyancy aid, crash hat).
- Bodydragging downwind and gaining confidence in the water.
- Waterstarting.
- Water relaunching the kite.
- On the board, your first rides.
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A kitesurfing course covering all of this will be spread over 2 –3 days with the progress dependent on each individuals experience and ability as well as weather conditions.
Once you have completed your course, and you can demonstrate safe handling of the kite and stable, safe board riding skills you will be allowed to rent equipment to practice.
Should you need any further assistance many centres will offer 'supervised' rental with an instructor or assistant to keep close watch on you whilst you practice your newly learnt skills.
With the right instruction and a safe area of learn Kitesurfing is one of the most exhilarating sports to be found anywhere !! Most of the staff here at Planet are experienced Kitesurfers so we would encourage you to call and speak to us should you need any advice or recommendations on the best locations to learn.
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