KITESURF LESSONS

LEARN HOW TO KITE

All kite courses are conducted by professional, experienced instructors in flat water and a controlled environment. Our team includes certified IKO instructors and kite assistants. Each class is limited to a maximum of two students per instructor, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. Private lessons are also available upon request. To enhance the learning experience, we use BbTALKIN, a waterproof communication system, during our lessons.

WHAT DO WE OFFER

IKO-QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS

DPC Zanzibar is an IKO-affiliated center. All of our kitesurfing instructors are IKO-certified and multilingual.

HIGH-QUALITY GEAR
We offer a wide range of Duotone kites, twintips and foil equipment.

SAFETY FIRST
To ensure the highest level of safety, we only teach with a 2:1 student to instructor ratio. We also provide helmets, life jackets, lycras and shoes for extra protection. In case of injury, instructors are first aid qualified.

BEGINNER KITE COURSE

If you are new to kitesurfing and want to learn the basics, this is the perfect course for you. The beginner's course lasts 9 hours over 3 days and covers all the safety aspects of the sport, leading up to your first attempts at water starts. You will learn:

  • Equipment setup
  • Safety systems and their use
  • Wind window theory
  • Kite launching and landing
  • Basic piloting and kite control
  • Body dragging, self-rescue, and water starts

Level: beginner
Requirement: ability to swim
Duration: 9 hours over 3 days
Group ratio: max. 2 students per instructor
Equipment: Duotone Kiteboarding gear & ION accessories 
Price: view our course rates here

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RefreshEr Kite course

If you have already taken kitesurfing lessons and want to refresh your knowledge and skills, this course is ideal for you. You will learn:

  • Safety systems and their use
  • Self-rescue techniques
  • Water relaunch and board recovery
  • Upwind body dragging and body dragging with the board
  • Riding upwind

Level: intermediate to advanced
Requirement: able to perform the standards of the beginner course
Duration: 3 hours
Group ratio: max. 2 students per instructor
Equipment: Duotone Kiteboarding gear & ION accessories 
Price: view our course rates here

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advanced Kite Course

If you already know the basics and want to improve your riding skills or learn more advanced tricks, this course is perfect for you. You will learn:

  • Riding upwind and toeside
  • Jibing
  • Basic jumps
  • Jump transitions
  • Various grabs, backrolls, and much more

Level: advanced to expert
Requirement: independent riders
Duration: one hour
Group ratio: max. 2 students per instructor
Equipment: Duotone Kiteboarding gear & ION accessories 
Price:view our course rates here

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Kite downwinder

Experience an exciting 2-3 hour guided downwind adventure! Designed for advanced riders only, this fun excursion will take you from our kite school to Pwani Mchangani (10 km) or all the way to Muyuni Beach (20 km). Transport is included, and gear is available for rent. Please note, a minimum of 3 participants is required. Get ready for an exciting kite safari with stunning scenery!

 

Level: advanced
Requirement: independent riders
Duration: 2-3 hourse
Group size: min. 3 participants
Equipment: Duotone Kiteboarding gear & ION accessories available for rental
Price:view our course rates here

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