Start your journey to become a kitesurfer with WA’s most established and progressive schools, WA SURF Academy. Safety Bay boasts some of the best and safest kitesurfing conditions in the world making your learning journey both fun and safe.
Our Three Lesson Package is a very popular and great starting point to learn to kiteboard. This will give you the grounding to become a competent beginner. We tailor the lessons to suit the requirements of the student. All our instructors are fully qualified, experienced kiteboarders and we only use the latest equipment from premium brands including Duotone, Core and Ozone.
Lessons are available as private 3 x 2 hour sessions, or twin sharing (upon request)
Please SEE HERE for more detailed information on what to expect from your lesson and ensure you read our Terms and Conditions.
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Lesson Plans
Lesson 1
– introduction to LEI (leading edge inflatable) kites
– understanding and setup of kites
– site assessment (S.H.O.E) and safety features
– assisted launch and landing
– self rescue techniques
– introduction to body dragging
– packdown and site knowledge
Lesson 2
– recap of lesson 1
– launching and landing kites on the water
– consolidating body drags to generate power, stability, direction & control
– board recovery (upwind body dragging)
– emergency packdown
– packdown and equipment knowledge
Lesson 3
– recap of lesson 2
– introduction of board
– intro to board and board start techniques
– rules of the road, stopping & etiquette
– onboard and riding
– prolongued power delivery & controlled speed on the board
– points of sailing & riding angles
– packdown
– short theory test of knowledge learned during the course
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– where to next? Advanced coaching for the ambitious rider looking to nail some tricks!
– INDEPENDENT ❌
– if not feeling quite there yet, don’t be afraid to book in for one or two more lessons. Our instructors will advise on your next steps.
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