Level 2 Beginner +

You work on: learning to rig and handle your kite safely, both on the beach and in the water, basic kite control on land and in the water: steering, power zones and safety systems, bodydrag techniques to build confidence and understand the power of the wind, preparing the waterstart: board positioning, balance and the first metres of riding, learning how to fall safely, release your gear and always keep enough distance, first board exercises: riding straight lines and building board control, gaining insight into wind, tides and spot awareness: the basics for safe choices on the water and understanding kitesurf etiquette: rules on the water and respect for other kiters.

You're at level 2 (beginner +) when you have the basic kite skills but are not yet standing on the board. That means you: Have taken a kitesurf lesson before Can control the kite stably in the wind window and through the power window Can perform bodydrags Are (almost) ready to transition to your first waterstarts with a board Can swim In short: you have the kite under control and feel comfortable in the water, so you can focus on the next step: bringing the board in and doing waterstarts.

When you can do this independently and repeatably: independently rig, launch and land your kite safely, gain full control of your kite in the wind window, learn to bodydrag upwind and downwind to retrieve your board or regain distance, make your first waterstarts and ride short straight stretches, basic board control — and maybe even riding upwind?, gain insight into wind, safety systems and spot etiquette and ride your first metres with control and a smile.

After this week you'll be able to go on the water independently with your own kiteset. For optimal progress we teach with one instructor for a maximum of two students. You share one kiteset for the whole week so you can help and learn from each other. Kitesurfing is pretty intense at the start, and it's great to be on the water together. You'll be taught by our certified top instructors, in your own language, by real kite professionals who have all been active in the kitesport for more than 10 years! Conditions: flat, knee‑deep water and stable, consistent wind help you make faster progress. Mental preparation: no preparation needed — we help you build confidence and explore your limits. Do get ready for a new challenge in your life. Physical preparation: no preparation needed — we take you step by step. It always works in your favor if you're fit! Technical knowledge: you already have kite control and are familiar with the basics: safety, bodydragging and maybe you've tried a waterstart. Don't worry: everything will be refreshed! Duration of the level: on average it takes 2 to 3 hours to complete level 2 and move to level 3. With a week of good wind it's usually possible to reach level 4 (independent on flat water).

For example in Red Sea - Hurghada and Zanzibar. Also see the coached events on this page.