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KITESURF LESSONS
TEACHING
For The Kitesurf Academy kitesurfing is not just a sport, it’s a way of life! And Ireland is one of the best places to start this adventure.
Kitesurfing is an amazing sport, but to ride safely and to ensure good progression it does require proper training, as kitesurfing can be difficult and potentially dangerous without lessons.
Lessons only take place when there enough wind . There are no fixed schedules as we are entirely wind dependent . We need about 14mph to run a lesson program .
Locations vary as we need to be mobile to adapt to different wind directions . Predominantly we use beaches in North Down and Ards Pennisula. Check out OUR LOCATIONS
Wind and tide forecasts are key to ensure the right beach and the correct tide for that beach !
More info on wind and tides
DISCOVERY COURSE
Intro
The one day taster kitesurfing course is aimed at complete beginners and gives you a good idea of what kitesurfing is all about. Initially learning the fundamentals and kite control whilst covering safety, site assessments, and kite set ups, then moving into the water for body dragging and self rescue techniques.
Maximum numbers per group is 2 persons.
2 Hours
£80 per person
(Pay as you Progress £40 per hour)
What's Involved
Our taster sessions by-pass some of the more intricate details involved with learning to kiteboard in order to hit the water as soon as its safe to do so .
Following on from a short safety briefing, we’ll spend the first part of the lesson grasping basic piloting skills before powering things up and learning to body drag across the surface of the water to finish off.
Guaranteed to bring a smile, It’s simple fun and gives a great taste of the excitement of kiteboarding
Subjects
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Safety briefing
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Flying a power kite
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Kitesurf kite setup
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Equipment familiarisation
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Basic kite control
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Powered body dragging
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Self Landing
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Power stroke
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Theory and practice at waterstarts
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Rules of the road
EXPRESS COURSE
Intro
Our Express course gives students an insight into the excitement of kiteboarding. Building confidence is key, so following a progressive scheme we focus on grasping the basics of kite control and power handling.
The Express course is our most popular kitesurfing course! It covers absolutely everything a complete beginner needs to know to become a safe and self sufficient kitesurfer.
3 hours intensive
£100 per person
What's Involved
These are guidelines of what the courses entail but bear in mind people move at different levels. Some are up and riding at the end of the session some need a little more practice. Your instructor will advise how you progress from here, whether that is more lessons, hiring equipment or buying your own.
Subjects
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Safety assessing
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Equipment familiarisation
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Launching/landing procedure
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Basic kite control
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Water re-launch
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Powered body dragging
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Directional body dragging
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Emergency pack down
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Power Stroke
FULL COURSE
Intro
The 2 day course is our most popular course to become an independent kitesurfer , covering absolutely everything a complete beginner needs to know.
Day 1 kicks things off with some theory and equipment familiarisation, before heading to the water to master basic kite controls and power handling. Come day 2 we pick up the pace, focusing on encouraging independence, we spend the majority of the day looking at the skills needed to transfer the power into board speed and riding.
Our aim is for students to finish confident, safe and self sufficient.
8 hour intensive session
£300 per person
Day 1
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Safety assessing
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Equipment familiarisation
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Launching procedure
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Basic kite control
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Water re-launch
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Powered body dragging
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Directional body dragging
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Emergency pack down
Day 2
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Upwind body dragging
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Board recovery
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Board preparation
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Basic board starting
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Downwind riding
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Speed control
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Stopping
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Gear Rental Packages
Choose the perfect rental package and enjoy your kitesurfing session with top-quality Core Watersports gear. Whether you are looking for a short practice, an extended ride, or a full day adventure, we have flexible options to suit your needs. All our equipment is maintained to the highest standard for your safety and performance.
Quick Session
Hourly Rental
From £50
Perfect for a quick session or practicing new skills at your own pace. This package includes all essential gear – kite, board, harness, and safety equipment – giving you everything you need to enjoy your ride safely and confidently
Includes: Kite, Board, Harness, Safety Gear
Extended Ride
3-Hour Rental
From £80
Perfect for a quick session or practicing new skills at your own pace. This package includes all essential gear – kite, board, harness, and safety equipment – giving you everything you need to enjoy your ride safely and confidently.
Includes: Full Core Gear Set (Kite, Board, Harness, Safety Gear)
Full Adventure
Half/Full-Day
From £120
Perfect for a quick session or practicing new skills at your own pace. This package includes all essential gear – kite, board, harness, and safety equipment – giving you everything you need to enjoy your ride safely and confidently.
Includes: Full Core Gear Set + Advice & Support
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