Holbox Kiteboarding School
Holbox Kiteboarding School teaches kitesurfing, foiling, wing foil in Holbox, Mexico, with IKO-certified instruction, in English, Spanish, German, French.
Prices compiled from public sources (as of Sep 2026) — not yet confirmed by the school. Run this school? Confirm or correct →
About Holbox Kiteboarding School
Established in 2009, Holbox Kiteboarding School is a multinational team of instructors teaching kiteboarding, kitefoiling, wingfoiling and wakefoiling on Holbox Island, Mexico. The school is affiliated with the hotel Casa Las Tortugas and equips lessons with modern gear.
- Combined team experience of over 30 years teaching kiteboarding
- Operating on Holbox Island since 2009
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2009.
Beyond the courses
Boat sessionsWhat’s on site
Rescue boatPartner accommodationCourses & prices
Semi-Private Kiteboarding Lesson
1h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipmentTwo-to-one lesson. High season rate is $90/hour per person.As published: “$70/hour per person (normal season), $90/hour (high season)”Semi-Private 9-Hour Kiteboarding Course
9h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipmentTwo-to-one course. High season rate is $765 per person.As published: “$585 per person (normal season), $765 (high season)”Private Kiteboarding Lesson
1h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentIncludes all equipment and safety boat with transport when needed. High season rate is $110/hour.As published: “$90/hour (normal season), $110/hour (high season)”Private 9-Hour Kiteboarding Course
9h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentCovers safety, kite control, water relaunch, board recovery and water starts at 3 hours per day. Payment is required upfront and hourly rates apply if the course is not completed. High season rate is $945.As published: “$765 (normal season), $945 (high season)”Private Kitefoil Lesson
2h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentProgression from basic foiling to advanced techniques such as carving, 360s and tacks. High season rate is $120/hour.As published: “$100/hour (normal season), $120/hour (high season)”Private Wakefoil Lesson
1h · PrivateIncluded: equipment · boatBoat-towed instruction for beginners and advanced riders. High season rate is $120/hour.As published: “$100/hour (normal season), $120/hour (high season)”Semi-Private Wingfoil Lesson
2h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipmentTwo-to-one lesson. High season rate is $100/hour per person.As published: “$85/hour per person (normal season), $100/hour (high season)”Private Wingfoil Lesson
2h · PrivateIncluded: equipmentMinimum 2 hours. No prior foil experience required. High season rate is $120/hour.As published: “$100/hour (normal season), $120/hour (high season)”Full Gear with Twin-Tip Board
Kitesurfing · 3-hour sessionFull Gear with Foilboard
Foiling · 3-hour sessionKite Only
Kitesurfing · 3-hour sessionTwin-Tip Board
Kitesurfing · 3-hour sessionHarness
Kitesurfing · 3-hour sessionSurfboard
Surfing · 3-hour sessionFoilboard
Foiling · 3-hour sessionSupervision
Kitesurfing · per hourHolbox Kiteboarding School — common questions
What level do I need to be to rent equipment independently?
Riders need to be at an independent level, able to consistently ride upwind; others can rent gear with supervision.
What if the wind turns out to be too light to ride?
Under the school's fair-chance policy, if the wind is marginal, riders can try the gear, and if it isn't enjoyable after three tacks, it can be returned at no cost.
Which languages can I learn in at Holbox Kiteboarding School?
You can learn in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese at Holbox Kiteboarding School.
What certification does Holbox Kiteboarding School have?
Holbox Kiteboarding School is IKO-certified.
Is gear rental available at Holbox Kiteboarding School without a course?
Yes — gear rental at Holbox Kiteboarding School is available — full gear at $90 (~€83)/3 hours.
Do I need to swim well to learn at Holbox Kiteboarding School?
The teaching area at Holbox Kiteboarding School is shallow enough to stand in, so you are not out of your depth while learning.
Who are the instructors at Holbox Kiteboarding School?
Jonny, Cathy, Jirka teach at Holbox Kiteboarding School.
Is Holbox Kiteboarding School set up for safe lessons?
Holbox Kiteboarding School teaches with a rescue boat on the water.
Contact Holbox Kiteboarding School
Av. Damero, Centro, 77310 Holbox, Q.R., Mexico · Open in Google Maps