Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil is a mobile kitesurf school operating since 2017 across Cumbuco, Cauípe, Taiba and Paracuru in Ceará, Brazil. It teaches beginners using modern training methods designed to get riders on the board within three to four days, with a maximum of two students per instructor. The school also offers private coaching, downwind trips, kitesafaris, airport and spot transfers, and house or suite rentals for kite camps.
Aims to get beginner riders on the board within 3–4 days of training
Maximum of two students per instructor in its group courses
Teaches across four spots: Cumbuco, Cauípe, Taiba and Paracuru
Uses a structured level-by-level kitesurf progression system
Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil teaches kitesurfing in Caucaia, Brazil, in German, English, Portuguese, in groups of up to 2 per instructor, from age 14. Beginner course at R$2000 (~€340)/10h, private at R$350 (~€60)/h.
Wind blows from the southeast, side-shore to onshore, year-round at 12 to 30 knots.
Depth
Both areas
Wind direction
south east, side shore, onshore
Waves
Cumbuco and the nearby spots combine flat-water lagoons with separate wave spots; Paracuru has waves at high tide and a flat-water spot with kicker waves at low tide.
Who teaches here
Teaching since 2017.
Marc Haltiner
Owner and Managing Director
Beyond the courses
Downwinders Kitesafari Camps Guiding
What’s on site
Transfer / pick-up Buggy shuttle transfer Property rental for kite camps
What this school offers
1-Hour Private Lesson
1h · Group 1–1 · Private
R$350 (~€60)per person
As published: “1 Hour / R$350”
One instructor works exclusively with one student for the full hour.
equipment
10-Hour Private Beginner Course
10h · Group 1–1 · Beginner · Private
R$3000 (~€510)per person
As published: “R$3000 / Person”
Covers levels 1 to 4 of the school's progression: general safety, launch preparation and first flying exercises, bodydrag, water-starting the kite, a first ride of at least 50 meters in both directions, and riding upwind, steering and basic transitions.
equipment
10-Hour Group Beginner Course for Two
10h · Group 2–2 · Beginner · Semi-private
R$2000 (~€340)per person
As published: “R$2000 / per Person”
Covers levels 1 to 4 of the school's progression, with one instructor teaching two students who share one set of equipment.
equipment
Private Coaching – Push Your Level
1h · Private
R$350 (~€60)per hour
As published: “1 Hour / R$350”
Riders choose their own focus, such as riding upwind, transitions, or freestyle moves like rotations, grabs, board-offs, darkslides, back rolls, front rolls, jumps and big air.
photo analysis
video analysis
6-Hour Refresh Course
6h
R$1800 (~€306)per person
As published: “R$1800 / Person”
For riders who completed a beginner course a while ago and want support regaining confidence.
equipment
Comfort and Acclimatization Course
1h
R$300 (~€51)per hour
As published: “1 Hour / R$300”
For riders who are new to the spot and want a supervised session for their first hours of kitesurfing there.
Trial Lesson
1h
R$290 (~€49)per hour
As published: “1 Hour / R$290”
Covers rigging and connecting the kite, kite control, and general instructions on the safety system on the bar.
3-Hour Single-Level Course
3h
R$950 (~€162)per person
As published: “3 Hours / R$950”
Timing starts once you are hooked into the kite, so kite setup is not included. Shuttle service from your accommodation to the spot and back can be booked on request.
equipment
7-Day Kite Camp with 10-Hour Beginner Course
7d · Beginner
R$7990 (~€1358)per person
Single-room accommodation in Cumbuco, Taiba or Paracuru with a 10-hour beginner course; different lengths available on request.
accommodation
breakfast
airport transfer
photography
snacks and water during lessons
14-Day Kite Camp with 10-Hour Beginner Course
14d · Beginner
R$12990 (~€2208)per person
Single-room accommodation in Cumbuco, Taiba or Paracuru with a 10-hour beginner course.
accommodation
breakfast
airport transfer
photography
snacks and water during lessons
21-Day Kite Camp with 10-Hour Beginner Course
21d · Beginner
R$17950 (~€3052)per person
Single-room accommodation in Cumbuco, Taiba or Paracuru with a 10-hour beginner course.
accommodation
breakfast
airport transfer
photography
snacks and water during lessons
6-Day Kitesafari – Cumbuco to Jericoacoara
6d
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Guided multi-day downwind expedition from Cumbuco to Jericoacoara with double-room accommodation in high-standard pousadas and a 4x4 support vehicle with coastal radio contact. Instructors speak German, English and Portuguese. Price available on request.
accommodation
breakfast
meals during the trip
support vehicle
photography and drone footage
9-Day Kitesafari – Cumbuco to Parnaíba
9d
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Guided multi-day downwind expedition from Cumbuco to Parnaíba with double-room accommodation in high-standard pousadas and a 4x4 support vehicle with coastal radio contact. Instructors speak German, English and Portuguese. Price available on request.
accommodation
breakfast
meals during the trip
support vehicle
photography and drone footage
12-Day Kitesafari – Cumbuco to Lençóis Maranhenses
12d
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Guided multi-day downwind expedition from Cumbuco to Lençóis Maranhenses with double-room accommodation in high-standard pousadas and a 4x4 support vehicle with coastal radio contact. Instructors speak German, English and Portuguese. Available new from July 2026; price available on request.
accommodation
breakfast
meals during the trip
support vehicle
photography and drone footage
Local Downwinder – Cumbuco to Lagoa Cauípe
Local Downwinder
R$320 (~€54)per person
As published: “R$320 per person”
Includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Cumbuco and buggy return transport; a R$65 per-person discount applies for groups of 4 or more.
Local Downwinder – Fortaleza to Cumbuco
Local Downwinder
R$785 (~€133)per person
As published: “R$785 per person”
Includes buggy return transport; a R$65 per-person discount applies for groups of 4 or more.
Local Downwinder – Fortaleza to Lagoa Cauípe
Local Downwinder
R$950 (~€162)per person
As published: “R$950 per person”
Includes buggy return transport; a R$65 per-person discount applies for groups of 4 or more.
Local Downwinder – Lagoa Tabuba to Lagoa Cauípe
Local Downwinder
R$450 (~€77)per person
As published: “R$450 per person”
Includes buggy return transport to Cumbuco; a R$65 per-person discount applies for groups of 4 or more.
Extended Multi-Spot Downwinder
Local Downwinder
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Longer routes combining Cumbuco, Cauípe, Taiba and Paracuru, with stops at the Taiba secret spot and lagoon; priced from R$995 to R$1,390 per person depending on the exact route, with a R$65 per-person discount for groups of 4 or more.
Buggy Day Trip – Lagoa Cauípe
8.5h
R$320 (~€54)per person
As published: “R$320 (single person) / R$260 per person from 3+ people”
Kitesurf instruction can be booked additionally at any time.
meals
photography and video with a kitesurf instructor
Buggy Day Trip – Taiba
8.5h
R$450 (~€77)per person
As published: “R$450 (single person) / R$390 per person from 3+ people”
Taiba, about 45 minutes north of Cumbuco, has a freshwater lagoon with a shallow standing area plus a wave spot, suiting all levels. Kitesurf instruction can be booked additionally at any time.
meals
photography and video with a kitesurf instructor
Buggy Day Trip – Paracuru
8.5h
R$580 (~€99)per person
As published: “R$580 (single person) / R$520 per person from 3+ people”
Paracuru has waves at high tide and a flat-water spot with kicker waves at low tide. Kitesurf instruction can be booked additionally at any time.
meals
photography and video with a kitesurf instructor
Buggy Day Trip – Lagoinha Donkey Lagoon
8.5h
R$850 (~€145)per person
As published: “R$850 (single person) / R$690 per person from 3+ people”
A colorful, wildlife-rich lagoon suited to every skill level. Kitesurf instruction can be booked additionally at any time.
meals
photography and video with a kitesurf instructor
Accommodation
Lodging the school offers or partners with.
House for up to 6 people
Houses for max. 6 people, rented weekly or for several months – contact for an offer
House for up to 10 people
Houses for max. 10 people, rented weekly or for several months – contact for an offer
House for up to 15 people
Houses for max. 15 people, rented weekly or for several months – contact for an offer
How this school compares.
Lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in Cumbuco that publish a comparable price.
Beginner lessons / h
R$2000 (~€340)/10h · typical here R$2100 (~€357)/10h
avg R$237 (~€40) · 3 schoolsR$200 (~€34)
R$200 (~€34) (lowest)R$300 (~€51) (highest)
Private lessons / h
R$350 (~€60)/h
avg R$321 (~€55) · 5 schoolsR$350 (~€60)
R$275 (~€47) (lowest)R$350 (~€60) (highest)
Full gear rental / day
Languages taught
German, English, Portuguese
More than most here — the typical school teaches in 1
FAQ
Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil — common questions
What is the minimum age to take a course?
Instruction is offered from age 14.
What happens if there isn't enough wind during my course?
If the practical part of a course cannot take place due to too much wind (over 25 knots) or too little wind (under 12 knots), the course is postponed to a later date or replaced with a voucher for the missed session.
What languages do the instructors speak?
Guided trips and instruction are offered in German, English and Portuguese.
Is insurance included in the price?
Accident and liability insurance is the participant's own responsibility; the school recommends VDWS kite insurance.
What is the cancellation policy?
Bookings can be cancelled free of charge up to three weeks before arrival, with a 20% fee between 21 and 8 days before, a 50% fee between 7 and 1 days before, and a 100% charge for no-shows.
Is Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil suitable for beginners?
Yes — Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil lists a beginner course at R$2000 (~€340)/10h.
What languages does Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil teach in?
Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil teaches in German, English, Portuguese.
How big are the groups at Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil?
Swiss Kitesurf Organisation Brasil teaches a maximum of 2 students per instructor.
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