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Kiteboarding Lessons in Kite Republic School

3.0 (2 reviews) 6 hours Private tour
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Kiteboarding Lessons in Kite Republic School

About this activity

Ready to join the fun and become a kiteboarder? Learn with us!

Kite Republic is Melbourne’s original Kiteboarding school, born in 2000 and still the most prominent school on St Kilda’s West Beach. We are passionate about ensuring you have lots of fun whilst being taught to the latest IKO (International Kiteboarding Organisation) standards, and all our instructors are IKO qualified.

There is nothing quite like the feeling of your first ride when it all comes together!

Extreme Sports On the Water Kitesurfing Zombie Zombie Slice Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
6 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–3
Guide
Arabic, Swedish, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Kite Republic KITE WING SUP FOIL CLUB

Ages: Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, harness and kite equipment.

Not included

  • Not included: Please bring bathers and towel

Itinerary

KITE PILOT Lesson 80% of kiteboarding is kite control. This important 1st step is the fastest and safest way to develop solid kite skills while learning about the wind, power zones, safety and kiteboarding equipment. The first hour of this lesson is on the beach before heading to the water for another hour of fun, progression, and the beginnings of your new addiction! (2 Hours) HIT THE WATER Lesson Guaranteed addiction… From the safety of the water you will learn powered body drags, how to re-launch your kite and self-rescue techniques. Your goal is safe confident control in the water. (2 Hours) BOARD RIDER Lesson This is the day you get on the board! This lesson is designed to take all the skills you have learned previously and, by adding board skills have you kiteboarding safely and successfully on your own. There is nothing quite like the feeling of your first ride when it all comes together. (2 Hours)

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Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the lesson. Before your kiteboarding lesson, we will meet at the KR School trailer at St Kilda West Beach opposite 325 Beaconsfield Parade.

End point

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the lesson. Before your kiteboarding lesson, we will meet at the KR School trailer at St Kilda West Beach opposite 325 Beaconsfield Parade.

Using your ticket

  • Must sign waiver
  • State Voucher Reference Number at the time of booking
  • Present printed or smartphone voucher on arrival

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Must sign waiver

  • Minimum weight is 30k

  • Lessons aimed at beginners new to the sport

  • Must be competent in swimming

  • May not be suitable for those with certain medical conditions

Traveller ratings

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Kiteboarding Lessons in Kite Republic School

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