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KITE BOARDING LESSONS IN KAILUA, OAHU - HAWAII

All equipment provided.

(Life Jacket, Harness, Range of Trainer and Power Kites)

 

Authorized dealer for Cabrinha and North Kites

CLEARANCE SALE 20%OFF all 2002 Kites

School and Shop Hours: Everyday 8:30-5:00.

Transportation Daily from all Waikiki Hotels 8am - 3:30 pm

 

Join our tour that introduces you to the extreme watersport of the millennium: Kitesurfing. Born of a love of wind power and a desire to go ever faster and higher, kitesurfing is offered in beautiful Kailua Bay.

Kailua Bay boasts a white sandy beach and onshore winds perfect for the beginner and novice kitesurfer. The reef-protected bay provides excellent and safe conditions to get you up and going in this new and exciting sport.

Our introduction to kitesurfing includes: understanding and knowledge of safety rules and procedures; practice of the kite on and off the water; and board introduction for safe launching. Come learn with our expertly-trained staff for a comprehensive lesson today!

$169.00 incl. Transportation from Waikiki and Lunch


Onsite Lesson Program:

 

Introductory Class - 1.5 hours
Group (up to 2 persons) $99.00, Private $119.00


1. Introduction to Kite Boarding
Goal: Understanding and knowledge of safety rules and procedures.
Putting to practice all skills learned before advancing to power kite.
Student will learn to perform take offs, landings tight figure eight and other flying maneuvers before advancing to next level.
2. Introduction to Power Kites
Goal: Understand and Practice safe launching, flying and landing procedures of the power kite.
3. Introduction To Using The Kite In The Water.
Goal: Safe and fun operation of the kite in the water.


Introductory Class Plus - 3 hours
$238 (20% discount for bringing a friend!)

All of the above plus some extra water time. Student will become proficient at flying in the harness, body dragging, self rescue, water relaunching, and learning the necessary skills for water starting with a board.


Kiteboarding Starter Course - 6 hours (2 to 3 days)
$449.00 (20% discount for bringing a friend!)

This lesson schedule is designed to prepare the student to practice kite surfing safely on their own. Six hours of kitesurfing instruction is the minimum a student should receive before going out on their own. The days need not be consecutive. The lesson covers safety, self rescue, launching, landing, recovery and board control techniques.


Starter Course Plus – 10 hours (3-4 days)
$649.00 (20% discount for bringing a friend!)


This is a comprehensive course covering all of the basics of kiteboarding. Depending on the student’s progress, the course will cover all of the minimum requirements for kiteboarding safely and self sufficiently, as well as plenty of water time learning the basics of riding.


Introductory Course - 5 Days
$849.00 Group $1100.00 Private


This lesson schedule is designed to get a student from a novice level to an intermediate level. Most students will be able to go back and forth on their board, jibe and go upwind. This 20 hour lesson schedule gives the student a comprehensive and safe start in the sport. In the industry this is considered to be the basic level of training for those purchasing kitesurfing equipment.


Private Instruction $99.00 per hour, minimum 2 hours

Get started in a one on one lesson or advance to the next level. Going upwind, Jibing, Airtime! Or practice whatever you desire - with one of our instructors. Martin Vari, Jeff Tobias, Justin Souter,Laurel Eastman, Darren Marshall,Dieter Runge and Rebecca Wolthers. Ride with the Pros!


The World Champion,

Martin Vari will teach you in a private lesson. Minimum 2 hours, $299.00/hour

 


 

Instructor Certification Program

$1500.00

Becoming an instructor is demanding and challenging but very rewarding at the same time. Learn from one of the most experienced schools in the country how to teach efficiently and safely. Since 1999 we have continously raised the standards for quality teaching. Thousands of students have been successfully introduced to this new and exciting sport. The development of new equipment and the ongoing input from our instructors influence the evolution of teaching techniques. In order to assure he highest level of instructions our lesson schedules are constantly revised and reflect the latest in teaching techniques and equipment.


School Startup Kit

$3500.00

You are ready to start your own Kitesurfing School? We will help you making your own schhool a success. This program includes:

Location, Advertising, Kitesurfing Equipment, Industry Contacts,Instructor Certification Program, Lesson Program

 

 

Board Rentals:

1/2 Day - $20.00

1 Day - 25.00

7 Days - $125.00

 

 

 

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130 KAILUA ROAD
KAILUA, HI 96734

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TEL 808 262-2555
FAX 808 261-7341
E-mail: sailing@kailuasailboards.com

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