Like surfing, you will learn the basics on the beach, becoming familiar with the equipment operation, comprehending tide and wind direction, and learning safety measures.

We will take instruction out on the water so that the student will have a feel for the conditions and become comfortable with “Body Dragging,” which is to propel yourself through the water using the kite without a board, understanding how wind direction will affect your ride as well as returning to your board should you lose it.

We will add a board to your lesson if progression is fast.

The third lesson will focus on riding safely and in control and include more technical maneuvers for a long, thrilling ride with wind conditions.

Techniques such as carving and turns may be taught.

Once up and riding we will teach you edging techniques and how to ride upwind.

If kitesurfing is your goal, let us support you to a level of confidence that you will go out on the water with your own gear.

This session is for the dedicated enthusiast ready to commit to the sport!

From beginner level to advanced, depending on the wind conditions and direction, you can launch directly in front of NIHI® Sumba and kitesurf the full length of our 2.5km coastline. Beginners will start by learning with training kites on beautiful, calmer, deserted beaches that are a short drive away and where the conditions are ideal for this.