During the 7-day holiday you will complete the full IKO kitesurfing course, rock a 2-hour surf lesson, and enjoy a lot of stand-up paddle rides.
The Independent Rider course
Be prepared to get addicted to kitesurfing, the independent rider course will get you up and riding. This kitesurfing course covers the IKO Level 1, Level 2, and part of Level 3.
By choosing the IKO Independent course, the certified instructors will take you, step by step, through all the stages needed not only to be able to practice kitesurfing on your own but to ride upwind as well.
The first part of this complete IKO kitesurfing course includes safety rules and skills practice on land before going into the water. Slowly but steadily you will experience the full potential of the wind. Setting up the kitesurf equipment, controlling the kite, body drag, and practicing the water start are just a few of the stages you will follow with your instructor.
During the last part of the course, you will be taught how to ride upwind, how to control your speed by edging, and many more. This theoretical and practical experience will lead you to become proficient enough to begin practicing and riding comfortably on your own.
The lesson
Info
- Age group: 12+
- 4-6 day course
- 13 hours (private) or 16 hours (semi-private)
- Basic swimming skills needed
- No experience needed
- For total beginners
- IKO level 1, level 2, and part of level 3
- 2 hours free full kite equipment rental included (after the course completion) worth 40 EUR
The course
Level 1
- Spot, environment, and activity introduction
- Hold, carry, and secure a kite on land
- Kite set up
- Safety system use
- Pre-flight check
- Launch and land as an assistant
- Flying the kite and exploring the wind window
- Let go of the bar
- Twist and untwist the lines
- Fly the kite with one hand
- Trim introduction
- Walk while flying the kite
- Launch and land as a pilot
- Wind window theory
- Inflight quick-release activation
- Self land
- Equipment packing
Level 2
- Enter and exit the water while controlling the kite
- Water relaunch
- Body drag with 2 hands
- Body drag with a power stroke
- Body drag upwind
- Body drag with the board
- Self-rescue and pack down an introduction
- Right of way rules introduction
- Steady pull
- Waterstart
- Controlled stop
Level 3
- Control of speed by edging
- Ride upwind
- Sliding transition
Equipment included
- Kite
- Bar
- Board
- Harness
- Floating vest
- Helmet
- Wetsuit (needed only from December - April)
Kitesurfing is their passion, therefore Kahuna Surfhouse's IKO-certified instructors will get you through the course in a fun and most importantly safe way. Having the opportunity to share their love for kitesurfing with more people is super satisfying. The team members are ready to share their knowledge in the best way possible.
They value students and they always make them feel comfortable and safe before, during, and after the course. Prepare for an amazing kitesurfing experience on the island of Cyprus with the most amazing and friendly kitesurfing community of Kahuna Surfhouse.
2-hour surf lesson
With 648 kilometers of coastline and endless sunny days, Cyprus is the place to be as it has the proper conditions for every water sport. Through years of searching every inch of this coastline, they have found the best surf spots that Cyprus has to offer. The island has a variety of spots, some are better for beginners while others are perfect for advanced, experienced riders.
The team will introduce you or help you improve your skills through surfing lessons. The surf lessons include theory and safety tips followed by practice.
Lessons
Info
- 2 hours
- Intro lesson
- Current and swell theory
- How to paddle
- "The pop" practice
- How to stand on the board
- How to ride a wave
- Basic swimming skills needed
- No previous experience needed
The total beginner lessons always take place in a calmer sea spot with baby waves. Your first surf experience will be fun, you will get a lot of fundamental and interesting information about the waves and the sport before your practice. Surf is an amazing sport that brings you closer to nature, the water element, and your surroundings.
It will improve your physical as well as your psychological health. Surf offers unlimited adrenaline and satisfaction in every single session. It is a fantastic skill to take on your travels around the world.