Kitesurfing – Learn from the pros and ride the wind!

When was the last time you did something for the first time?

Do more of what makes you happy!

The first steps steering a kite, the first meters you are dragged through the water. And suddenly you experience this feeling of freedom when you finally glide over the glittering surface of the water. Beneath you the turquoise sea, the speed increases, adrenaline rises and the wind carries you. This feeling is prone to change your complete life. We talk from experience!

kite school
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Absolute beginner or advanced kiter, practicing jumps, foil kitesurfing, children or individuals with special needs – we cater for everyone. Through the years, our team has been teaching and licensing more than 21.800 kite students . If there is anything we have, it is for sure years of teaching experience! Our goal is that – under the supervision and guidance of professional VDWS and IKO kitesurf instructors – you spend as much time as possible on the water to experience a fast learning success. Discover with us the joy playing this sport. In a secure environment, with competent support and with loads of fun while doing so!

kite courses
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Old or young – if you can swim and are fit and healthy, your career as a kitesurfer can start. The rumors that you need a lot of strength to be a kitesurfer or that it is a sport for men are not true. Therefore girls – no worries: go for it! All our kitesurf courses are VDWS certified and our teaching methods are aiming for fast and secure learning success. Our slogan: “Learning by doing”. We offer courses in German, English, Italian or Arabic and there are maximum 4 participants per course. Thanks to continuous improvement of the equipment, kitesurfing becomes safer from year to year. So the final question is: which course fits you?

A beginner kitesurfing student in protective gear receiving hands-on training from a professional instructor at Kitehouse Somabay. The sunny weather and modern facilities create the perfect learning environment.
Beginner – Basics, Theory & Practice

Level 1+2

A professional kitesurfing instructor guiding two students through their first kite control exercises in shallow water at Kitehouse Somabay. Ideal conditions for safe and effective learning.

In the Beginner’s course you learn everything about kite control and safe handling of the equipment. Includes:

  • Equipment science (different kite systems)
  • Equipment setup and dismantling
  • Theory
  • First flying exercises with different sizes of kites
  • Waterstart (Relaunch) of the kites
  • Bodydrag against the wind (without board tack)
  • First water start exercises with the kite
DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
6-8h
(2 Days)		2-4340 €

*Children under the age of 16 are only taught in private and semi-private courses.

Intermediate – The Next Steps

Level 3+4

A kitesurfing student making their first successful water start while an instructor observes closely at Kitehouse Somabay. Perfect learning conditions with warm water and steady winds.

This course suits those who have already taken the basics of kitesurfing and are ready to ride! Includes:

  • Equipment science (different board systems)
  • Theory – waterstart
  • Practicing waterstart and riding
  • Different maneuvers
  • Safe turn-over
  • Further flying exercises with the kite
  • Further exercises
DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
6-8h
(2 Days)		2-4340 €

*Children under the age of 16 are only taught in private and semi-private courses.

Advanced – On shore, on water and in the air!

Level 5+6

A kitesurfer enjoying a playful ride through shallow waters at Kitehouse Somabay, making peace signs with both hands.

With this course, our instructors are going to show you how to jump properly and reach new heights! Learn how to use the strength of the wind and how to land safely. Includes:

  • Equipment science (different board bearing)
  • Safe edging
  • Different jumping techniques
  • Further exercises
DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
6-8h
(2 Days)		2-4340 €

*Children under the age of 16 are only taught in private and semi-private courses.

Kitesurfer in 4 Days

Level 1-4

A kitesurfing instructor teaching three students on a mat at Kitehouse Somabay, with the wooden beachfront center in the background.

The name is program: we train you to be a safe kitesurfer in just 4 days! Training includes the Beginner’s (level 1+2) and the Advanced (level 3+4) course. In addition to the 4 days course, you receive 2 days full equipment rental, allowing you to practice what you have learnt in the course. Includes:

  • All courses from level 1 to 4, as described above
  • Followed by 2 days full equipment rental
DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
12 – 16h
(4 Days)		2-4750 €

*Children under the age of 16 are only taught in private and semi-private courses.

Refresher – When was the last time you stood on the board?

All Levels

A kitesurfer mid-air after losing his kiteboard at Kitehouse Somabay, with the Red Sea and mountains in the background.

For all students who have already completed their courses, but don’t feel safe yet and need some extra support or a little refresher course after a long break. No worries! With us you’ll be back on the board safe and fast in no time! Includes:

  • Information, assistance, tips and tricks
  • All that you need to get back “on board”
DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
3 – 4h
(1 Day)		2-4170 €

Check up – We’ll be there when you need us!

All Levels

A kitesurfing student practicing the water start technique on the beach, guided by an experienced instructor at Kitehouse Somabay.

For all kiters who would like to rent equipment but don’t have the license yet or who want to qualify for their license. One hour check up with one of our kite instructors and you should be able to pass your license with no problem at all! Congratulations!

DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
1h160 €

Private Lesson One-to-One

All Levels

If you’d like one of our instructors to concentrate only on you – then one-2-one is the way to go! We recommend these private lesson also for children and individuals with special needs or a handicap. With this private lesson you will get the full attention of the kite instructor just for you!

DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
1h198 €

Semi-Private Lesson

All Levels

Two young kitesurfing students in wetsuits and helmets learning kite control in shallow water with their instructor at Kitehouse Somabay.

For couples, friends or kids who want to practice as a duo. Just the instructor and the two of you – nobody else to share his/her time with. Enjoy the time together on the water, observe your buddy, analyze together how you felt during the different exercises and create an even stronger bond.

DurationParticipantsPrice p.P.
1h279 €

A woman and a member of staff at the Kite House, surrounded by various kiteboards and equipment, inside a wooden building filled with kite gear.

rental
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You don’t have your own equipment, you would like to economize costs for sport luggage, you forgot something or you just want to try something new? Our team has the right equipment for you. In our rental shop there are boards, kites, harnesses, neoprene, helmets, safety vests etc. Our assortment with more than 50 boards and more than 120 kites includes top of the notch equipment from Core, Carved and goodboards: small and big boards, foil boards and kites in a range from 5m² and 15m². Strong or light wind, we have the right set-up for you. By the way: if you like the equipment you are using, you can also purchase it. We will be pleased to prepare an offer for you.

A smiling staff member at the KiteHouse in Somabay, holding a kiteboard, surrounded by neatly organized kite equipment inside a wooden rental shop.

equipment
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To rent equipment with us you have to be either licensed VDWS level 4 or IKO level 3. Furthermore, we recommend an insurance package, with this package your material is covered for damages.

Price List

Two blue Cabrinha hydrofoil boards standing on the sandy beach near the water at KiteHouse Somabay

foil boards
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To rent a foil board you have to be either licensed VDWS level 5 or IKO level 3N. You have to perfectly master your foil board and be able to navigate in both directions in a controlled manner. You need to be able to reduce and regulate your speed with the foil board and safely ride upwind and downwind.

Price List

equipment rental price list

DaysOnly BoardOnly KiteHarness, WetsuitHelmet, Life JacketFull EquipmentGOLD Service inkl.
Set up, cleaning
1/2 Day (4h)30,00 € 50,00 €7,00 €6,00 €85,00 €6,00 €
1 Day44,00 €80,00 €11,00 €7,00 €129,00 €11,00 €
2 Days68,00 €120,00 €19,00 €12,00 €200,00 €20,00 €
3 Days86,00 €155,00 €26,00 €17,00 €258,00 €27,00 €
4 Days96,00 €190,00 €30,00 €24,00 €314,00 €32,00 €
5 Days106,00 €225,00 €35,00 €26,00 €366,00 €35,00 €
6 Days116,00 €255,00 €39,00 €29,00 €396,00 €36,00 €
1 Week126,00 €275,00 €41,00 €31,00 €426,00 €42,00 €
8 Days136,00 €295,00 €43,00 €32,00 €456,00 €48,00 €
9 Days146,00 €315,00 €46,00 €33,00 €486,00 €54,00 €
10 Days156,00 €335,00 €49,00 €35,00 €516,00 €60,00 €
11 Days166,00 €355,00 €51,00 €37,00 €546,00 €66,00 €
12 Days176,00 €375,00 €53,00 €39,00 €576,00 €72,00 €
13 Days186,00 €395,00 €55,00 €40,00 €606,00 €78,00 €
2 Weeks196,00 €415,00 €56,00 €41,00 €636,00 €84,00 €

* Please note that at the end of the day, you only gonna pay for those sessions that actually took place. If there is not enough wind and the course can not take place, you will not be charged!

*Cancellation policy:

The following charges apply to all confirmed reservations to the company:

  • till 30 days before travel date will be charged with 20% of the booking
  • 29 till 22 days before travel date will be charged with 25% of the booking
  • 21 till 15 days before travel date will be charged with 30% of the booking
  • 14 till 8 days before travel date will be charged with 60% of the booking
  • Non-attendance will not be refunded.