How a beginner course is built
I build the course progressively. We start with safety, the equipment and kite control on land, and move into practical water training as soon as you are ready. The progression runs from kite control through body drag and water-start preparation to your first attempts to ride independently.
The beginner program is designed around approximately six hours of private coaching, usually spread over two days. The goal is a solid water-start and riding level, depending on your individual progress and the conditions.
- Safety and equipment on land
- Kite control on land
- Practical water training as soon as you are ready
- Body drag and water-start preparation
- First attempts to ride independently
How long until you ride on your own?
It varies from person to person. Some students progress quickly, others need more time. What makes the difference is your previous board-sport experience, your fitness, coordination and confidence, the wind on the day, and how quickly you learn to control the kite.
My focus is not to finish a number of hours. It is to make sure you actually understand the kite and can progress safely.
What beginners expect, and what really matters
Many beginners expect kitesurfing to be mainly about strength. In reality, kite control, technique and understanding the wind matter much more. I also explain from the beginning that the first stage is about learning control and safety before trying to ride.
Where you learn
I teach at a shallow-water beach between Hurghada and El Gouna, at Tiba View Compound beach. The shallow water makes it a good place for beginners to learn and practise. I pick you up from your hotel and bring you back after the lesson.
When the wind blows
This is from my own experience at this specific spot. The main windy season runs from mid-March to mid-June. July is generally weaker and less consistent. From August to the end of the year the wind starts picking up again.
The wind is mainly from the north to north-northwest, but it varies from day to day. That is why I check the actual conditions before every lesson, and why I never promise a specific wind.
What to bring, and what I provide
I provide the kite equipment needed for the lesson, and the necessary personal safety equipment. You bring the personal things:
- Swimwear
- A towel
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Suitable beach clothing
Who can start
You should be reasonably fit and comfortable in the water, and basic swimming ability is important. Exactly what suits you depends on the individual, so I prefer to talk it through with you before you book.
