Hi

I got a buddy who's been raving on about kite surfing and he's gotten me very curious.

I was looking around for a directory of instructors but didn't see anything obvious. Perhaps some of you could me:

1) What is the general cost for lessons?
2) What are the typical things that I would be taught in the first few lessons?
3) Any recommendations on who to use/not to use? What makes them good/bad?
4) Any other pointers that you might be able to give for a complete noob?

Thanks in advance everyone

Hi Cobba,

You will find a list of schools on the WAKSA website kiteboardingwa.org.au/ along with heaps of information for someone new to the sport.

Take time to have a read through as it will make your kitesurfing experience that much safer.

Safe kiting

WAKSA

Direct link to schools: waksa.org.au.86.aspwebhosting.com.au/links.aspx

Had a lesson at Pinaroo point with the guys from Kiteboardingschool.com was fantastic, really proffessional, I've done a bit before but these guys were really good, took their time, didnt rush you. Can really recomend them. The headset idea is great too! no looking at the beach wondering what the hell the instructor is waving there hand for, you can hear them saying everything in your helmut!!

I too can recommend Rob Gannon. He is an excellent instructor, who not only provides top class tuition, but also organises events for his students so that like minded (and skill-level) kiters can get together for BBQs, downwinders, beers, etc

Lemm

Talk to Rob Gannon at Mullaloo

Ray

Kitehard also does walking lessons, you really should consider these as part of your kiteboarding program, nothing will make you appear cooler on the beach.

Walk tall, kite right, rock on.