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Coaching Kite Sports

RYA certified·El Médano, Spain

Coaching Kite Sports teaches kitesurfing, wing foil in El Médano, Spain, with RYA-certified instruction.

Certified instructionRYA
LocationEl Médano, Spain
SportKitesurfing, Wing foil
Water typeocean
Price levelHigher price range here
Websitecoachingkitesports.com

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About Coaching Kite Sports

Coaching Kite Sports was founded in 2000 by Chris Valentine, who first taught kiteboarding in Venezuela before relocating the school to El Médano, Tenerife, in 2019. The school focuses on personalized, private coaching rather than group classes, drawing on a multi-sport background in sailing and windsurfing alongside more than 20,000 hours of kite, wing, and foil coaching across 32 countries. Lessons use two-way radio communication and video analysis to give riders real-time…

  • Over 20,000 hours of coaching experience across 32 countries
Good to know
Where
El Médano, Spain
Season
Windy most of the year, with July and August the strongest months
Certified by
RYA
Teaching since
2000
Hours
Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
The spot
Level
Suitable for all levels; less experienced riders move to La Tejita when the wind turns cross-offshore at the main spot
Water
ocean
Wind
Side onshore wind is mentioned for El Medano.
Wind direction
side onshore
Best months
July, August
Waves
Flat water downwind for freeride and jumping, with waves near the harbor wall for wave riding
Watch out for
crowded lineup

Who teaches here

Teaching since 2000.

Chris Valentine
Founder & Head Instructor
IKORYA
With the school since 2000

What’s on site

Video analysisRadio helmetsGroup discount

Courses & prices

Group lessons

Kite & Wing Clinics

1d · Group 1–4 · GroupClinics mentioned as 1 to 4 people; can be mixed or sport-specific.As published: “1 day (approx. 6+ hours) - €200”
€200per dayAsk
Intro lesson

Private Kitesurf Intro Lesson (2 Hours)

2h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2 hours - €130 (equipment included)”
€130for the courseAsk

Private Kitesurf Intro Lesson (2.5 Hours)

2.5h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2.5 hours - €160 (equipment included)”
€160for the courseAsk

Private Kitesurf Intro Lesson (3 Hours)

3h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · PrivateIncluded: equipmentPre-booking the 9-hour intro course includes a free 30-minute theory class; additional hours beyond the 9-hour course cost €50 per hour.As published: “3 hours - €185 (equipment included)”
€185for the courseAsk
Clinic

Kite & Wing Clinic (2 Days, 2 People)

2d · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateEquipment not included.As published: “2 days - €290/person (2 people)”
€290per personAsk

Kite & Wing Clinic (4 Days, 2 People)

4d · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateEquipment not included.As published: “4 days - €500/person (2 people)”
€500per personAsk

Kite & Wing Clinic (6 Days, 2 People)

6d · Group 2–2 · Semi-privateEquipment not included.As published: “6 days - €700/person (2 people)”
€700per personAsk

Kite & Wing Clinic (2 Days, 1 Person)

2d · Group 1–1 · PrivateEquipment not included. Clinics can run up to 10 days by personalised quote.As published: “2 days - €370 (1 person)”
€370for the courseAsk

Kite & Wing Clinic (4 Days, 1 Person)

4d · Group 1–1 · PrivateEquipment not included.As published: “4 days - €690 (1 person)”
€690for the courseAsk

Kite & Wing Clinic (6 Days, 1 Person)

6d · Group 1–1 · PrivateEquipment not included.As published: “6 days - €995 (1 person)”
€995for the courseAsk
Private lessons

Private Kitesurf Coaching

9h · Group 1–1 · PrivateDescribed as personalised/private coaching for all levels.As published: “9-hour intro course - €540”
€540for the courseAsk
Private coaching

Private Kitesurf Coaching (1h)

1h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateAs published: “1 day - 1hr private - €60.00”
€60for the courseAsk

Private Kitesurf Coaching (2h)

2h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateAs published: “1 day - 2hrs private - €100.00”
€100for the courseAsk

Private Kitesurf Coaching (4h over 2 Days)

4h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateAs published: “2 days - 4hrs private - €190.00”
€190for the courseAsk

Private Kitesurf Coaching (6h over 3 Days)

6h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateAs published: “3 days - 6hrs private - €270.00”
€270for the courseAsk
Filmed coaching session

Private Coaching with GoPro Filming (2h, No Equipment)

2h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateAs published: “2hrs private on the water with GoPro filming - €120.00”
€120for the courseAsk

Private Coaching with GoPro Filming (2h, Equipment Included)

2h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2hrs private on the water with GoPro filming and all equipment - €160.00”
€160for the courseAsk

Kite Foiling Session with GoPro Filming (2 Hours)

2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateEquipment not included.As published: “2hrs private on-water coaching with GoPro filming - €110.00”
€110for the courseAsk
Kite foiling lesson

Kite Foiling Lesson (1 Hour, No Equipment)

1h · Group 1–1 · Intermediate · Advanced · PrivateBeginner kite foiling lessons require a 2-hour minimum; intermediate and advanced riders can book from 1 hour.As published: “1 day - 1hr private - €55.00”
€55for the courseAsk

Kite Foiling Lesson (2 Hours, No Equipment)

2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateAs published: “1 day - 2hrs private - €95.00”
€95for the courseAsk

Kite Foiling Package (2 Days, 4 Hours Total, No Equipment)

4h · Group 1–1 · PrivateAs published: “2 days - 4hrs private - €180.00”
€180for the courseAsk

Kite Foiling Lesson (2 Hours, Equipment Included)

2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “1 day - 2hrs private - €140.00 (equipment included)”
€140for the courseAsk

Kite Foiling Package (2 Days, 4 Hours Total, Equipment Included)

4h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2 days - 4hrs private - €260.00 (equipment included)”
€260for the courseAsk
Group coaching

Group Wingfoil Coaching (2h, 2 People, Equipment Included)

2h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2hr - €90/person (2 people, equipment included)”
€90per personAsk

Group Wingfoil Coaching (3h, 2 People, Equipment Included)

3h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipmentAs published: “3hr - €135/person (2 people, equipment included)”
€135per personAsk
Private lessons

Private Wingfoil Coaching

2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateWingfoiling coaching is offered in Tenerife.As published: “2hr - €100 (no equipment)”
€100for the courseAsk
Private coaching

Private Wingfoil Coaching (2h, Equipment Included)

2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “2hr - €150 (equipment included)”
€150for the courseAsk

Private Wingfoil Coaching (3h, Equipment Included)

3h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipmentAs published: “3hr - €210 (equipment included)”
€210for the courseAsk

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How this school compares.

Lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in El Médano that publish a comparable price.

Beginner lesson / h
€62€12 above average
€33 lowestavg €50€62 highest

Listed: €185/3h · typical here €175/3h · 5 schools compared

Private lesson / h
€55€30 below average
€55 lowestavg €85€169 highest

Listed: €55/1h · 5 schools compared

Certified instructionRYA

5 of 10 schools here list a certification

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FAQ

Coaching Kite Sports — common questions

Is safety equipment provided during lessons?

Yes, impact vests and life jackets are provided when needed, and self-rescue technique is covered as part of every course.

Is equipment included in the course price?

Standard course prices do not include equipment, but boards, kites, and accessories from various brands can be arranged on request.

Can I book a wingfoil lesson?

Yes, private wingfoil coaching is available in El Médano alongside kitesurf coaching.

Does Coaching Kite Sports offer lessons for first-timers?

Yes — Coaching Kite Sports publishes a beginner course at €185/3h.

What certification does Coaching Kite Sports have?

Coaching Kite Sports is RYA-certified.

Who teaches at Coaching Kite Sports?

Instruction at Coaching Kite Sports is run by Chris Valentine.

What safety equipment does Coaching Kite Sports use?

Coaching Kite Sports uses radio helmets so your instructor can talk to you while you ride.

How do Coaching Kite Sports's prices compare in El Médano?

Per hour booked, Coaching Kite Sports's beginner rate is 23% above the El Médano average of €50/h.

Contact Coaching Kite Sports

Paseo Ntra. Sra. de las Mercedes de Roja, 38612, El Medano, Tenerife, Spain · Open in Google Maps

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