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Kite Dates ECC

VDWS certified·Hurghada, Egypt

Kite Dates ECC teaches kitesurfing in Hurghada, Egypt, with VDWS-certified instruction, in English, German, Arabic, Polish, in groups of up to 2 per instructor.

Certified instructionVDWS
LocationHurghada, Egypt
SportKitesurfing
Water typeLagoon
LanguagesEnglish, German, Arabic, Polish, Russian
Group sizeMax 2 per instructor
Minimum ageFrom 8
Websitehurghadakiting.com

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About Kite Dates ECC

Kite Dates ECC runs a kite centre in Hurghada on the Egyptian Red Sea, teaching to VDWS standards from Level 1 through Level 7. Alongside courses, the centre offers day use for independent riders, an equipment rental fleet, a gear shop, and liveaboard kite safari trips aboard its own yacht.

  • VDWS-certified instruction from Level 1 to Level 7
  • Maximum 2 students per instructor
  • Free hotel transfer within Hurghada
  • Runs its own 7-night liveaboard kite safari
Good to know
Where
Hurghada, Egypt
Season
Wind most of the year; most consistent from May to September, with spring and autumn also reliable and winter more variable.
Taught in
English, German, Arabic, Polish
Certified by
VDWS
Hours
Daily, 09:00-17:00
The spot
Water
lagoon
Wind
Steady northerly wind (N to NW) for most of the year, funnelled through the Gulf of Suez and the Strait of Gubal; side-onshore at most Hurghada beaches.
Depth
Standing depth
Wind direction
side onshore

Who teaches here

Abdo
VDWS Kite Instructor
VDWS
Teaches in English, Arabic
Mostafa Yassin
Kite Instructor
Teaches in English, Arabic

What’s on site

Insurance includedTransfer / pick-upWi-FiShowersCompressorShop on siteLiveaboard kite safari

Courses & prices

Beginner Kite Intro

3h · Beginner · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · insurance · transferCovers kite control, safety and setup; does not include board riding, which starts in the Level 2 & 3 course. A 30% deposit (€60 per person) confirms the booking.As published: “from €200 per person”
€200per personAsk

Level 2 & 3 Kitesurfing Course

progression course · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · insurance · transferRequires Level 1 kite control or an equivalent introduction. A 30% deposit (€105) confirms the booking.As published: “€350 per person”
€350per personAsk

Level 4 & 5 Kitesurfing Course

4h · Intermediate · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · insurance · transferRequires being able to water start and ride short distances in both directions (Level 3 or equivalent). A 30% deposit (€75 per person) confirms the booking.As published: “from €250 per person”
€250per personAsk

Advanced Kitesurfing Course

4h · Advanced · Semi-privateIncluded: equipment · insurance · transferCovers jumps, carved jibes, rotations, kiteloops, grabs and board-offs. Requires confident upwind riding in both directions and self-launching/self-landing. A 30% deposit (€60) confirms the booking.As published: “from €200 per person”
€200per personAsk

Complete Kite Package

Kitesurfing · per day / 3 days / per week
€100per per day / 3 days / per week

Kite + Bar

Kitesurfing · per day / 3 days / per week
€65per per day / 3 days / per week

Twintip Board

Kitesurfing · per day / 3 days / per week
€35per per day / 3 days / per week

Harness

Kitesurfing · per day / 3 days / per week
€15per per day / 3 days / per week

Wing Foil Set

Wing foil · per day / 3 days / per week
€90per per day / 3 days / per week

Impact Vest + Helmet

Kitesurfing · per day / 3 days / per week
€10per per day / 3 days / per week
FAQ

Kite Dates ECC — common questions

I have never kitesurfed. Where do I start?

Begin with the 3-hour Beginner Kite Intro, which covers kite control, safety and setup without a board, then move on to the Level 2 & 3 course. The minimum age is 8.

How many students are in a course?

Courses are semi-private, with at most two students per instructor. Private sessions are available on request.

How long does it take to learn to kitesurf?

First rides usually take 6 to 10 hours over several days, and riding independently upwind takes 12 to 20 hours, depending on wind, water confidence and how often you ride.

Is equipment included in the courses?

Yes, the kite, board, harness, helmet, booties and kite insurance are included. You only need swimwear, a towel and sun protection.

Is the water shallow enough to learn?

Yes, the lagoon stays shallow far out so you can stand and reset if needed, and the prevailing northerly wind blows side-onshore, which is the safest direction for teaching.

Which languages can I learn in at Kite Dates ECC?

You can learn in English, German, Arabic, Polish, Russian at Kite Dates ECC.

What certification does Kite Dates ECC have?

Kite Dates ECC is VDWS-certified.

Is gear rental available at Kite Dates ECC without a course?

Yes — gear rental at Kite Dates ECC is available — full gear at €100/wk.

Contact Kite Dates ECC

El Ahia Street, Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate 84511, Egypt · Open in Google Maps

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