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LEARN

TO

KITE

IN THE GULF COAST

kiteboarding LESSONS

Safety and Experience matter. We pride ourselves on being the safest and most experienced Kiteboarding School in the Gulf Coast. We offer safe and efficient Kiteboarding lessons in Alabama, NW Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana. Some of our spots for lessons include: Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Dauphin Island, AL. Biloxi, Gulfport, Pass Christian, Bay St. Louis, MS. Perdido Key, Pensacola, FL. Mandeville, New Orleans, LA.

 

INDIVIDUAL LESSONS

1 hour   - $ 130 USD

3 hours - $ 355 USD (L1)
6 hours - $ 690 USD (L1+L2)
9 hours - $ 999 USD (L1+L2+L3)

15% SAVINGS !

Lesson prices include all New PREMIUM Kiteboarding equipment, equipment insurance and helmet.

Personal sports wear (rashguard, shades, sunblock, hat) or any additional safety (floating device, pads, etc) equipment is NOT provided. 

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Personal medical insurance is not provided and Gulf Coast Kite Lessons is not responsible for any damage to yourself or others while performing this activity. Before you take your first lesson, you must print and sign this liability release form and you must bring it along with a copy of you ID to the meeting point. Download Disclaimer Form.

Lessons guide

kiteboarding discovery

LEVEL 1 (L1)

 

Description: In the first part of this program you will get to know the equipment, how it works, how to set up, how to activate the safety measures.

You will learn about the physics of the wind, and the kite interaction with the wind will make you sail.

You will learn how to fly the kite, how to launch, land, and how to re launch from the water.

You will learn self rescue techniques.

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Level required: No Kiteboarding experience needed. Student MUST know how to swim, float, and be in good physical condition.

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DURATION: 3 hours

Kiteboarding Kitesurfing students taking lessons in Alabama
Kiteboarding Kitesurfing students taking lessons in Mississippi
beginner kite lessons

LEVEL 2 (L2)

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Description: By the end of this program, you will be flying the kite with confidence, even 1 handed, you will be able to body drag and go upwind to recover your board.

And you will begin to use the board, be able to start and stop and do the first rounds of sailing. This is the most challenging session, since it will be your first encounter with the water and flying the kite and it may seem overwhelming but if you push through, you will succeed!

 

Level required: Kiteboarder level 1/ discovery or equivalent.

 

DURATION: 3 hours

Kiteboarding Kitesurfing students taking lessons in Alabama
Kiteboarding Kitesurfing students taking lessons in Alabama Gulf Shores
INDEPENDENT KITER

LEVEL 3 (L3)

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Description: You will sail confidently to both directions. You will be able to ride upwind and do transitions and maybe the first jump! During this program, you will learn how to manage your practice area and to choose your equipment. Your kite flying skills will be improved and you will learn how to control your direction and power, and come back to your starting point.

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You will learn common sailing rules to have a friendly and respectful session with other kiters.

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DURATION: 3 hours

 

Level required: Kiteboarder Level 2 o equivalent.

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      This information is indicative only, progression will

         depend on personal skills and wind conditions.

Kiteboarding Kitesurfing lessons Alabama Mississippi Florida
Kitesurfer Kiteboarder riding at Bayfront Park in Daphne

Achievements

  • Become an independent kiteboarder.

  • Ride upwind and come back to the same spot where you started.

  • Re launch kite from the water.

  • Bodydrag upwind to recover board.

  • Set up and use your own equipment.

  • You will be able to rent equipment or have supervision depending on the level and confidence.

i want in, what´s next?

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Dope! Now that you made up your mind,
here what´s next!

   1. Contact us!

         That's the first thing. Contact us here Send us an email at gulfcoastkite@gmail.com Let us know a                  little bit about you, name, location, age and your goals regarding kiteboarding!

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   2. Let us know how your day schedule is, maybe you can only make it work on the weekends and that's               fine! With this in mind we will let you know when there are conditions to kite and once we agree on a           time and day we are set! 

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   3. Choose spot.

         We will decide which spot along the Gulf Coast suits both parties best, depending on your location,             the wind direction and time available!

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   4. Lesson time!

         Once we´ve decided that, we will meet you at the designated spot and we will bring all the                             equipment,  you will just need sun protection: shades, cap, rashguard, and a swimming suit of                       course! Ladies, bring comfortable wear!

   5. Payment

         We take cash, Zelle and Venmo. And you can pay when we meet for our first lesson.

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You must sign a liability release form which you can download here, sign online, or print and bring signed to the meet up!

FAQ'S

who can learn kiteboarding?

Everybody. As young as 8 years old and as old as you feel. It all depends on your lifestyle. Kiteboarding is like any other extreme sport, it requires physical and mental abilities. The strength you'll need is similar to waterskiing, windsurfing and skiing.

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where can i learn?

We are always looking for the best winds along the Gulf Coast. There are many safe spots to learn in, like the beaches of Pensacola FL, Gulfshores AL, Dauphin Island AL, Biloxi MS and Mandeville Beach LA. If you are interested in taking lessons, send us an email and we will arrange the meet up. We will choose the best spot for you and where the wind blows!

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When can i learn?

In this area we get wind all year long, stronger cold winds in the winter, softer warm breezes during the summer. We provide premium equipment for every size, age and gender in any wind conditions. 

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What do I need?

You only have to worry about being a good swimmer, maybe some sunscreen and shades. We will get you everything else, and well.. mother nature will provide the wind!

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book now!

to book your lessons

send us an email

and we will get in touch with you!

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