Your First Kitesurfing Lesson in Fuerteventura: What to Expect
Learning to kitesurf is a life-changing experience, but it’s normal to have doubts before you start. “Will it be dangerous? Will I be able to get on the board?” In this guide, we explain how the CKite team structures the first few sessions in Corralejo to take you from being a beginner to riding completely independently.
Stage 1 – Ground control (Beach-Fly & Power Control)
It all starts on the sand. Before heading out into the sea, we need to make sure you have complete control of the kite.
Theory and Safety: You’ll learn how to assess the spot and wind conditions, and how to set up your kit correctly.
The Wind Window: You’ll discover how to fly the kite safely, learning to manage the power and relaunch the kite.
You won’t go in the water until you feel confident on land.
Stage 2 – Your first time in the water (Body-Drag & Water-Start)
It’s time for some adrenaline. At this stage, you’ll feel the pull of the wind for the first time whilst out on the ocean.
Body-Drag: You’ll learn to let the kite pull you upwind and retrieve your board on your own.
The Water Start: This is where technology comes into play. Thanks to our Radio-Training system, you’ll receive real-time guidance from your coach as you attempt your first water starts.
This takes the stress out of it and accelerates your progress incredibly.
Step 3 – Becoming a Self-Employed Rider
The ultimate goal is independence. Once you’ve completed your first glides, we’ll work on:
Navigation and Body Position: How to maintain speed and start tacking (sailing upwind).
Self-Rescue: We’ll teach you self-rescue manoeuvres so you can stay safe and in control in any situation, even when you’re out at sea on your own.
The turquoise waters of Fuerteventura await you. Contact us now to check availability and start your kitesurfing adventure.
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