Kiteboarding Lessons, Videos and Tutorials from PASA / IKO Instructors

Imagine...

the speed of wakeboarding without needing a boat.

the freedom of surfing without having to paddle out or time the waves.

the hangtime of motocross - with a much longer float.

Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing or whatever you'd like to call it is fun and it's taking off.

Here are the steps to get started Kitesurfing

1. Get a Trainer Power Kite

This step is the most crucial for learning quickly – that’s why it’s mentioned first. Trainer kites are smaller and simpler than full-sized kites. They will teach you the basics on land before heading out to the water. You won’t have the distraction of the board so you will only be learning the basics of kite flying. Trainer kites are usually 2 line foil kites ranging in size from 1 to 3 meters. Go for a good size such as 3 meters. Trainer kites provide the basic knowledge of kite control and power zones of the wind window. You will need to to perfect this kite control before moving to a larger power kite. It will also save you money (and frustration) by cutting down on extra kite lessons.

It’s best to get a trainer kite instructional DVD to practice your skills along with your new Trainer kite.

2. Strengthen your Board Skills

Sports such as wakeboarding, skateboarding and surfing will all improve your kitesurfing board skills. Any experience you have with these sports will speed up your time learning to kiteboard. The benefit of having strong board skills is that now you can focus on flying the kite instead learning to ride the board at the same time. Ways to get good fast? Wakeboarding (either board or cable park). Hop on a long skateboard or mountain board and practice carving down hills. Snowboard any chance you get as this is great for improving your edge control and ability to ride switch (back foot forwards).

3. Take a Lesson – critical step!

Lessons will cut your learning curve down considerably. Find a qualified instructor and they will fast track your learning and make the experience fun. He or she will be able to give you hands-on instruction for the technique and gear you will need to progressYou can learn a lot from the tutorials we have here (link) but they will not replace having an in-person lesson. Just to say it again, lessons are not just valuable – they are critical for avoiding kitesurfing accidents which result in injury to yourself, others and the reputation of our sport.

4. Use the Right Kite Surfing Equipment for your needs

Using the kite instructors gear before buying a full-size kite is a smart move. You will save wear-and-tear on your gear as the first few times you will most likely crash the kite a few times. This is not a big deal with the foil trainer kites, but the bigger kites need more care.

They will explain to you the differences between different kite shapes and sizes so you will know the right gear to buy. But make sure they understand the type of kitesurfing equipment that is right for you. This means getting the gear best suited for your skill level, size and kite conditions. Too many beginner kitesufers buy gear that isn’t right for them. Take some time to read through this site so you so you can get the right gear the first time.

This howtokite.com site was designed by kitesurfers to provide the best information to help get you started and off the ground….literally.

The purpose of this site is to give you the information you need so you will choose us to buy the kitesurfing equipment you need.

In review:

1. Get a trainer kite package - and practice

2. Strengthen up your Board skills.

3. Take a Lesson

4. Buy the right gear for your needs