I was there a few years ago in August. Mike Walker was there giving lessons for Jen from Zephyr. Three girls from Perth went from raw beginner to competent in a week despite consuming copious quantities of alcohol each night.

The lagoon is shallow and the wind is very consistant. You can stand up in waist deep water anywhere. Only thing is that the sand is coral based so any cut or scratch needs immediate attention and your knees will take some punishment in the shallows while you're learning. Definitely take booties, they are a must as Jen will tell you. No one kites Cocos without them - too much coral.

Holy crap. How many Canadians are there around this place these days? Beats the hell out of winter eh?

I just booked a 10 day trip today. August 4th is too ar away.

Wow! This sounds just the place for our next holiday. Do you recommend a good time of the year to catch 15 to 20knot trade winds? Nothing over 25knots please! Also what resort would you recommend please or a travel agent to talk to that knows kiting and Cocos like the back of their hand? Much appreciated.

Castaway Cocos, try & get the ocean view cabins. It's right across the road from the Cocos club. Self contained & prices are reasonable. You'll have a blast. The winds are warm so not quite as powerful.