What to Bring for Your Lesson:

• Sun protection: Use zinc-based sunscreen, a rash guard, and a hat or cap.

• Comfortable gear: Wear shorts and bring a towel.

• Camera: Capture your progress and memories!

Kitesurfing Lesson Progression

Our lesson structure is designed to keep you safe, excited, and steadily progressing. While everyone learns at their own pace, the outline below gives a general idea of what to expect during your kitesurfing or kitefoiling journey in Aruba.

Lesson 1: Kite Control & Safety Basics

Your first session begins on land, where you’ll use a trainer kite to build confidence with basic kite-flying techniques. You’ll then move to the beach for an introduction to larger, inflated kites. Depending on your comfort and skill level, you may get your first taste of kite control in the water.

Skills Covered:

• Understanding the wind window and power zone

• Flying directions: upwind, downwind, and crosswind

• Key kite terminology

• Core flying drills and safety tips

• Kite positioning using the clock system

• Power dives and one-handed control

• Rigging a 4-line inflatable kite

Lesson 2: Core Kite Skills in Water

You’ll now enter the water with a larger kite and begin practicing essential safety and control techniques that build your independence.

Skills Covered:

• Steady kite handling with minimal power

• Controlled power dives for momentum

• How to cut kite power effectively

• Safety systems and self-rescue drills

• Water relaunch techniques

• Body dragging with and without the board

• Directional control while body dragging

Lesson 3: First Water Start

This exciting session focuses on the water start—getting you up on the board for the first time. You’ll coordinate kite control and board positioning under the watchful eye of your instructor.

Skills Covered:

• Water start theory and setup

• Keeping the kite stable at 12 o’clock

• Strapping in the board while managing kite position

• Practicing short water starts with safe landings

Lesson 4: Riding with Control

Now that you’re up, the next step is staying up! This lesson helps refine your control and balance so you can ride for longer distances. As you gain confidence, you may venture further from shore, coached from our rescue boat for safety and real-time feedback.

Skills Covered:

• Board control and speed management

• Adjusting balance and weight distribution

• Developing your stance

• Maintaining consistent speed using kite motion

Lesson 5: Edging & Upwind Riding

Once you’re riding comfortably, it’s time to learn how to edge—a key skill that allows you to ride in your desired direction and ultimately return upwind.

Skills Covered:

• Edge control and directional adjustment

• Riding posture for balance and control

• Techniques to ride back upwind

Note: Riders with no prior board sports experience may need extra sessions to master riding upwind.

Advanced Kitesurfing Lessons

Already mastered the basics? Take your skills to the next level with advanced coaching from our expert instructors.

Advanced Techniques Include:

• Transitions (turns)

• Riding toe-side

• Jumping

• Directional board riding

• Freestyle tricks (e.g., back rolls, front rolls)

Learn Kite Foiling in Aruba

Looking to elevate your kiting? Kitefoiling introduces you to hydrofoil boards that lift you above the water for a smooth, high-speed ride with minimal drag. It’s an exhilarating and serene experience perfect for advanced riders.

Kite Foiling Lessons Include:

• Taught from a boat for open-water safety

• Designed for experienced kiters ready to advance

• Requires just a few lessons before solo foiling

Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to master new skills, our kitesurfing and kitefoiling lessons in Aruba are designed to ensure maximum fun, safety, and progression. Let’s get you stoked and soaring!