8 Days Fun Kite Surf Camp Essaouira, Morocco

Riads are incredible places to stay. You might not even know you are looking at a riad even if you are right in front of one. Most of the doors in Morocco are wooden with carvings on them, and many riads are no exceptions. You might be surprised as a simple door opens up into a gorgeous guesthouse because they give an authentic Moroccan experience. You will be able to view the intricate Moroccan architecture with its beautiful tile work. There, you will meet kitsurfers from all over the world creating a very special atmosphere. Choose to stay either by the beach at Riad/Hotel Al Jasira or in the old town at Riad/ Hotel Les Terrasses d`Essaouira near restaurant and souks- where all is close.

Ananas team welcomes you in Beautiful Essaouira! Ananas Kitesurfing offers kitesurfing courses according to VDWS standards and the best kitesurf equipment. The foundation of this company is professionalism, honest dedication to their work, and most importantly, a personal connection with every guest visiting Ananas Kitesurfing, turning them into a good friend! After all, Ananas Kitesurfing loves the job!

If you are a beginner you will have the 12 hours group lesson over 6 days. If you are an intermediate or advanced rider you will have a 7 hours private 1:1 coaching. Ananas team will organize the days and time of the lessons either prior or at the time of your arrival. If you are a beginner and you wish for private lessons feel free to book the package for intermediate/advance and just advise Ananas team of your kiting level.

Beginner course

The lessons take place in small groups and the methods used are safe and highly effective. Full beginner’s kitesurfing course that is designed to get you up and riding on the board as fast as possible and the goal is to train the students in a professional but relaxed way, so they can experience the art of kitesurfing themselves and enjoy every moment in the amazing beach.

This course will cover:

• Safety systems
• Body dragging through the water
• Self-rescue / safety
• Trainerkite steering
• Set up of full-sized kitesurf kite
• Flying hooked into a harness
• Basic kite control on a power kite
• First board tryouts
• Ride and get a hooked

Note: All equipment is provided and only the best and latest core kites gear

First lesson

During 2 hours on the beach, Ananas Kitesurfing will teach you everything you need to get ready for the water. You will learn how to fly the kite, all the safety procedures, and how to set up the equipment. This lesson is the first step in learning kitesurfing, and is intended for those who are new to the spot, and you won’t even get tired! But don’t worry, there is still action and a lot of more to come!

Second lesson

Let’s get wet, before going to the water Ananas Kitesurfing will do quick refreshment about setting up the kite and safety, after this lesson you will be able to start and steer the kite on the water in different zones of the wind window, “Body-Drag”.

Third lesson

After understanding how it works with the kite on the water, Ananas Kitesurfing will teach you this time how to manage controlling both kite and board, body-drag upwind. After this, you will be able to control body, kite, and board. Are you ready for your first meters? No worries, Ananas will stand there in your side helping you!

Fourth lesson

Let’s ride together! In this lesson, your wish becomes true, the instructions will make you be able to ride at least in one side and yes you can!

Fifth and sixth lessons

Let’s improve your skills and push you to the next level with learning up-wind, to have a ride in safe way with a lot of confidence! You and Ananas Kitesurfing made it together.

• Camel riding / horse riding

The kitespot is situated in the bay of Essaouira on a nice and large sandy beach with some camels and horses! It is Arabic style. The place to start at the Flisvos Kite Spot is leeward protected by the beach. All kiters which are not so experienced will end up downwind on the sandy beach and can walk back easily. Baywatch and safety services are guaranteed by the staff. Rescue boat is available. The spot is suitable to good kiters as well as beginners.

The food is regular (typically includes meat and fish, and vegan / vegetarian option is available upon request). You will be served daily delicious breakfast at Riad Dar Atya and two dinners / barbecues in the evening. If you have special dietary requirements, it's a good idea to communicate it to the organizer when making a reservation.

Biking

Stand up padling

Try traditional hammam

Yoga

• 2 barbecues / dinners
• 6 kitesurfing lessons (12 hours)
• 7 nights’ accommodation
• Camel riding / horse riding
• Daily breakfast
• Equipment
• High qualified instructor
• Surfing intro lessons

Arrival by taxi

Take a small blue taxi (less than 1 EUR) to Riad Zahra.

• A reservation requires a deposit of 45% of the total price.
• The deposit is fully refundable if the booking is cancelled up to 32 days before the arrival date.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.