€23€5 below average
€20 lowestavg €28€50 highest
Listed: €460/5 days · 20h · typical here €73/3h · 39 schools compared
Tarifa Max
Official IKO Center · FAV certified·Tarifa, Spain
Tarifa Max teaches kitesurfing in Tarifa, Spain, with IKO & FAV-certified instruction, in English, Spanish, Italian, French, in groups of up to 4 per instructor.
Certified instructionIKO · FAV
LocationTarifa, Spain
SportKitesurfing
Water typeocean
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Italian, French, Arabic
Group sizeMax 4 per instructor
Price levelLower price range here
Websitetarifamax.com
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About Tarifa Max
Founded in 1998 by French naval engineer Mathieu, Tarifa Max was one of the first kitesurfing schools in the region. The school is now owned and run by Giulia, who first discovered kitesurfing at Tarifa Max as a student in 2018 before becoming head instructor and owner in 2020. Its multilingual team teaches using IKO methodology, combining innovative teaching with respect for nature.
- Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars from over 500 reviews
- Tarifa's first kitesurfing school, operating since 1998
- Thousands of students have learned to kite here
- The school's van has covered more than 100,000 km shuttling riders between Tarifa's kite spots
- Discounted gear available for students at the Rip Curl Kite Shop
Good to know
Where
Tarifa, Spain
Season
Tarifa has wind on more than 300 days a year, with the calmest conditions for beginners in summer.
Taught in
English, Spanish, Italian, French
Certified by
IKO · FAV
Teaching since
1998
The spot
Level
all levels
Water
ocean
Wind
Tarifa is described as a consistent wind spot; Levante and Poniente conditions are mentioned.
Wind direction
side shore, side offshore
Best months
June, July, August, September
Waves
Levante wind brings usually flat, turquoise water with occasional waves of 50cm to 2m; Poniente wind brings more irregular, choppy water, especially on strong-wind days, with occasional swells in winter for intermediate and advanced riders.
Watch out for
side-offshore wind · restricted kiting zones in summer
Who teaches here
Teaching since 1998.
What’s on site
Rescue boat
Radio helmets
Insurance includedCourses & prices
Group Kitesurf Course (4h/day, max 4 students)
4h · Group 1–4 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatCourse described with 1 instructor and 2 kites.As published: “Total price | 108 €”€108per personAsk
Group Kitesurf Course (4h/day, max 4 students)
8h · Group 1–4 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatCourse described with 1 instructor and 2 kites.As published: “Total price | 205 €”€205per personAsk
Group Kitesurf Course (4h/day, max 4 students)
12h · Group 1–4 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatCourse described with 1 instructor and 2 kites.As published: “Total price | 300 €”€300per personAsk
Group Kitesurf Course (4h/day, max 4 students)
16h · Group 1–4 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatCourse described with 1 instructor and 2 kites.As published: “Total price | 385 €”€385per personAsk
Group Kitesurf Course (4h/day, max 4 students)
20h · Group 1–4 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatCourse described with 1 instructor and 2 kites.As published: “Total price | 460 €”€460per personAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (4h/day, 2 students, 1 kite)
4h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 152 €”€152per personAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (4h/day, 2 students, 1 kite)
8h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 296 €”€296per personAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (4h/day, 2 students, 1 kite)
12h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 432 €”€432per personAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (4h/day, 2 students, 1 kite)
16h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 560 €”€560per personAsk
Semi-Private Kitesurf Course (4h/day, 2 students, 1 kite)
20h · Group 2–2 · GroupIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 680 €”€680per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 1 student)
3h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 228 €”€228per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 1 student)
6h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 444 €”€444per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 1 student)
9h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 648 €”€648per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 1 student)
12h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 840 €”€840per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 1 student)
15h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 1.005 €”€1005per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (2h/day, 1 student)
2h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 160 €”€160per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (2h/day, 1 student)
4h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 312 €”€312per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (2h/day, 1 student)
6h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 456 €”€456per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (2h/day, 1 student)
8h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 592 €”€592per personAsk
Private Kitesurf Course (2h/day, 1 student)
10h · Group 1–1 · PrivateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatAs published: “Total price | 710 €”€710per personAsk
Half-Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 2 students, 2 kites)
3h · Group 2–2 · IntermediateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatDescribed for intermediate/advanced students.As published: “Total price | 144 €”€144per personAsk
Half-Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 2 students, 2 kites)
6h · Group 2–2 · IntermediateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatDescribed for intermediate/advanced students.As published: “Total price | 282 €”€282per personAsk
Half-Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 2 students, 2 kites)
9h · Group 2–2 · IntermediateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatDescribed for intermediate/advanced students.As published: “Total price | 414 €”€414per personAsk
Half-Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 2 students, 2 kites)
12h · Group 2–2 · IntermediateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatDescribed for intermediate/advanced students.As published: “Total price | 540 €”€540per personAsk
Half-Private Kitesurf Course (3h/day, 2 students, 2 kites)
15h · Group 2–2 · IntermediateIncluded: equipment · insurance · boatDescribed for intermediate/advanced students.As published: “Total price | 660 €”€660per personAsk
Advanced Kitesurf Coaching
1h · Group 1–1 · AdvancedIncluded: guideCoaching is described for advanced kiters with their own equipment; radio communication mentioned.As published: “€50/h with a minimum of 2 hours”€50per hourAsk
Supervision Session
Course · Group 1–1Included: guideAdvice, help and vigilance; intended for riders who want support at a new spot.As published: “Supervision costs 50€ per session.”€50for the courseAsk
Complete Kite Set
Kitesurfing · 1 dayComplete Kite Set
Kitesurfing · 2 daysComplete Kite Set
Kitesurfing · 3 daysKiteboard Twintip (Set)
Kitesurfing · 1 dayKiteboard Twintip (Set)
Kitesurfing · 2 daysKiteboard Twintip (Set)
Kitesurfing · 3 daysTwintip Board
Kitesurfing · 1 dayTwintip Board
Kitesurfing · 2 daysTwintip Board
Kitesurfing · 3 daysStrapless Board
Kitesurfing · 1 dayStrapless Board
Kitesurfing · 2 daysStrapless Board
Kitesurfing · 3 daysKite & Bar Only
Kitesurfing · 1 dayKite & Bar Only
Kitesurfing · 2 daysKite & Bar Only
Kitesurfing · 3 daysPremium Kite Set (Reedin Supermodel)
Kitesurfing · 1 day (tiered rate, down to €70/day for 3+ days)Intermediate to Advanced Kite Set (PLKB Gambit)
Kitesurfing · 1 day (tiered rate, down to €60/day for 3+ days)Complete Kite Set (Independent Riders)
Kitesurfing · per dayHow this school compares.
Lessons compared per hour booked, gear as a full set — against the schools in Tarifa that publish a comparable price.
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FAQ
Tarifa Max — common questions
What happens if there is no wind during my course?
If there is no wind, the course is rescheduled; if rescheduling is not possible, the school reimburses the unused hours.
Do you offer a discount for booking in advance?
Yes, a 10% discount applies to bookings made two or more weeks in advance, and a 15% discount applies to group or semi-private bookings.
What safety equipment is included in every kitesurf course?
Every course includes recent, well-maintained kite gear, lifejackets, a helmet, radio communication, and cover from the local rescue boat service.
Can I rent equipment without taking a course?
Yes, complete kite sets, individual kites, and boards are available to rent by the day for independent riders.
What languages does Tarifa Max teach in?
Tarifa Max teaches in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Arabic.
Is Tarifa Max an official IKO Center?
Yes — Tarifa Max is listed as an official IKO Center on the IKO center list.
Is Tarifa Max certified?
Yes — Tarifa Max is FAV-certified.
Can I rent gear at Tarifa Max without taking a course?
Yes — Tarifa Max offers gear rental — full gear at €50/day.