What kit do you need?
UCPA will provide all kiting equipment including; kites, boards, wetsuits What you need to bring; swimwear, suncream, rash vest, cap and sunglasses
How fit do you need to be?
You don’t need to be super-fit to kitesurf. However, a general level of fitness will help you progress faster, give you more stamina on the water and help you avoid injuries. Most of the kit is lightweight, so you don’t need lots of muscle strength either.
What will I be able to do by the end of the week?
Well this is up to your speed of progression really! The key skills that you are likely to learn as a beginner are how to fly a kite on land, launching, landing and controlling it. Then you will progress to learning how to fly it in the water and then getting up and riding on a board!
How many lessons do you need before you're up and riding?
This really does depend on a lot of things! Most people need around 10-12 hours to get up and ride along the waves at ease. If you have any previous waterboarding or windsurfing experience this clearly will help and may speed up your progression.