Essaouira Watersports
Essaouira Watersports teaches kitesurfing, surfing, wing foil in Essaouira, Morocco, in English, French, Spanish, Arabic.
Prices compiled from public sources (as of Sep 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About Essaouira Watersports
Essaouira Watersports is an IKO-certified kitesurf, surf and wingfoil school in Essaouira, led by founder Rachid alongside IKO-certified instructor Mehdi and manager Rusty. The team teaches beginner-to-advanced lessons in English, French, Spanish and Arabic, and reports having trained more than 12,000 students to date.
- Reports having trained more than 12,000 students.
- Claims a 99% student success rate.
- Rated 5.0 on TripAdvisor from 400+ reviews.
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2009.
What’s on site
Radio helmets
Video analysis
Insurance included
Wetsuit includedHoliday packageHoliday packageHoliday packageCourses & prices
Group Kitesurf Lessons
2h · GroupIncluded: kite and bar · beginner board · wetsuit · helmet and life jacket · insuranceAs published: “Starting from €55/person”Semi-Private Kitesurf Lessons
2h · GroupIncluded: equipment · wetsuit · insurance · radio helmet communication · video analysisAs published: “Starting from €80/person”Private Kitesurf Lessons
2h · PrivateIncluded: equipment · wetsuit · insurance · customized progression plan · video analysis and photosAs published: “Starting from €100/person”Downwind Excursion - 3rd Beach
CourseMinimum 3 people; transport, equipment and instructor included.As published: “From €70”Downwind Excursion - Moulay Beach
CourseMinimum 3 people; transport, equipment and instructor included.As published: “From €80”Downwind Excursion - Tissa Beach
CourseMinimum 3 people; transport, equipment and instructor included.As published: “From €90”Group Surf Lessons
2h · GroupIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · leash · wax · insuranceRequires being able to swim 100m; no prior experience needed.As published: “Starting from €30/person”Private Surf Lessons
2h · PrivateIncluded: surfboard · wetsuit · personalized wave selection · video analysis and feedbackAs published: “Starting from €45/person”Group Wing Foil Lessons
GroupIncluded: wing and foil equipment · land and water wing control training · SUP foil initiationAs published: “Starting from €55/person”Semi-Private Wing Foil Lessons
GroupIncluded: takeoff and flight coaching · navigation training · power management trainingAs published: “Starting from €80/person”Private Wing Foil Lessons
PrivateIncluded: dedicated instructor · customized progression plan · advanced maneuvers coaching · video analysisAs published: “Starting from €100/person”Kitesurf Rental
Kitesurfing · Half day (3 hours)Kitesurf Rental
Kitesurfing · Full day (6 hours)Soft Surfboard Rental
Surfing · 2.5 hoursHard Surfboard Rental
Surfing · 2.5 hoursWing and Foil Rental
Wing foil · Half day (3 hours)Wing and Foil Rental
Wing foil · Full day (6 hours)Essaouira Watersports — common questions
What are Essaouira Watersports' opening hours?
The school is open every day from 9:00 to 18:00.
What's the best time of year to kitesurf or surf in Essaouira?
Wind is reliable most of the year, with the steadiest conditions from April to October.
Is Essaouira a good spot for beginners?
Yes. The side-shore wind over a wide sandy beach makes it particularly well suited to beginners, while experienced surfers can find reef point breaks nearby.
What water temperature and wetsuit should I expect?
Water temperatures run around 18-22°C, and a 3/2mm wetsuit is recommended.
Which languages can I learn in at Essaouira Watersports?
You can learn in English, French, Spanish, Arabic at Essaouira Watersports.
Is gear rental available at Essaouira Watersports without a course?
Yes — gear rental at Essaouira Watersports is available — kitesurf rental at €80/day.
How old do you have to be to take a course at Essaouira Watersports?
The minimum age at Essaouira Watersports is 7.
Who are the instructors at Essaouira Watersports?
Rachid, Mehdi, Rusty teach at Essaouira Watersports.
Contact Essaouira Watersports
11 Av. Princesse Lalla Amina, Essaouira 44000, Morocco · Open in Google Maps