Kiteboarding is an extreme sport and is 80% kite control. The kite setup and knowing how to use the safety systems and launch/land the kite is essential!
We generally run this beginner lesson with 2 students and 1 instructor, as you get an advantage seeing what the other student is doing right or wrong, but we also offer private tuition for this course if you prefer ($300pp).
In this lesson you will learn:- Level 1A Know safe wind directions and conditions for kiting Know hazards on a spot Set up a trainer kite Know the use of safety systems
Level 1B Have basic flying skills with trainer kite Launch and land the trainer kite with an assistant Twist and untwist the lines while flying the kite Walk and change directions while flying the kite Know the wind window

Level 1C Set-up a 4/5 line kite with a full de-power system Pre- flight check equipment and settings In flight check equipment and settings Understand and use the international communication signals Launch and land the kite to an assistant and as an assistant (4/5-line de-power kite)

Level 1D Control the kite hooked into the harness Understand the de-power system and can use the safety systems Advanced flying skills with the de-power kite Show full control of de-power systems in flight

Level 1E Pull quick release and activate leash Recover the bar and kite Self land

Once you have completed this course you will receive an IKO card showing which level you have reached which will allow you to continue your lessons or once at Level 3 you can hire kiteboarding equipment anywhere in the world.

WHY CHOOSE WEST OZ KITEBOARDING?

We are the only IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization) School in Perth with all of our Instructors holding this qualification and all have relevant experience before we accept them to teach at our school. We have been running lessons at Safety Bay / Shoalwater since 1999 and believe you will get more from your lessons with us!
We use Headzone Communication Helmets to speed up your learning process so your Instructor is in constant contact with you PLUS you are learning at the best location to kiteboard (others will claim to be the best but with our cross shore breeze, sheltered waters between the islands and mainland and safe waters surrounded by sandbars and no swimmers/boats/obstacles this really is the BEST LOCATION IN THE WORLD). LOCATION: Shoalwater Bay, only 35 minutes south of Perth is the best location in WA for lessons, with its cross shore breeze and sheltered waters from the surrounding islands you will not be blown out to sea or onto shore and there are no boats/swimmers/obstacles so you can just focus on your kite and board.
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For more assistance please contact us.

What to Bring - a towel, bathers/boardshorts, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are recommended.

The Ultimate Kiteboarding Lesson Course (our most popular)

This course to give you a full taste of the kite and board! This is run over 3 days (first day 2.5hr then next 2 days of 2 hour sessions). BOOK DAY 1 AND THEN YOU WILL RECEIVE A LINK TO BOOK SUBSEQUENT 2 DATES
Day 1
Learn the basics of setup, safety, launching/landing, water recovery and flying a trainer kite before we set you up with a 4 line inflatable kite and get you in the water bodydragging with the kite. Max 2 students on your first day as there is a lot of theory involved, before we move onto private tuition once you are in the water.

Day 2
Refresh over the basics you learnt in your first session and once comfortable bodydragging upwind you will be introduced to the board. This lesson is private one on one instruction with our helmet communication so the instructor is in constant contact with you whilst in the water.

Day 3
Get you straight into the water from where you left off on Day 2 and start board riding.
Once you have completed this course you will receive an IKO card showing which level you have reached which will allow you to hire kiteboarding equipment anywhere in the world.

WHY CHOOSE WEST OZ KITEBOARDING?

We are the only IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization) School in Perth with all of our Instructors holding this qualification and all have relevant experience before we accept them to teach at our school. We have been running lessons at Safety Bay / Shoalwater since 1999 and believe you will get more from your lessons with us!
We use Headzone Communication Helmets to speed up your learning process so your Instructor is in constant contact with you PLUS you are learning at the best location to kiteboard (others will claim to be the best but with our cross shore breeze, sheltered waters between the islands and mainland and safe waters surrounded by sandbars and no swimmers/boats/obstacles this really is the BEST LOCATION IN THE WORLD). LOCATION: Shoalwater Bay, only 35 minutes south of Perth is the best location in WA for lessons, with its cross shore breeze and sheltered waters from the surrounding islands you will not be blown out to sea or onto shore and there are no boats/swimmers/obstacles so you can just focus on your kite and board.
Click Here for map and directions

For more assistance please contact us.

What to Bring - a towel, bathers/boardshorts, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are recommended.

This is an all inclusive course. We teach you from the basics and take it right up to getting you kiteboarding upwind comfortably! This course is run over 6 days (2 hours per day) .....it can be consecutive days, or break it up as you like.
Day 1
Learn the basics of setup, safety, launching/landing, water recovery and flying a trainer kite before we set you up with a 4 line inflatable kite and get you in the water bodydragging with the kite. Max 2 students on your first day as there is a lot of theory involved, before we move onto private tuition once you are in the water.
Day 2
Refresh over the basics you learnt in your first session and once comfortable bodydragging upwind you will be introduced to the board.

Day 3-6
We get you setup and straight in the water with your board, concentrating on getting you up and riding as quickly as possibly using our helmet communication so the instructor is in constant contact with you whilst in the water. Once up and riding we focus on getting you riding upwind so you can get setup at the beach, head out and ride and come back to your start spot.....this is an exhilarating feeling. On the last day of the lesson it really depends on the individual's progression to what level you will be, most people are comfortable riding, some staying upwind, some even doing transition turns. We progress you through as quickly as possible whilst making you comfortable with all of the information and equipment. Once you have completed this course you will receive an IKO card showing which level you have reached which will allow you to hire kiteboarding equipment anywhere in the world.

Please SEE HERE for more detailed information on what to expect from your lesson and ensure you read our Terms and Conditions.