Comments on: Beginners Guide to Kitesurfing: Getting Started

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 15:53:57 +0000

Hi Jared,

Yes, I would recommend starting with a trainer kite, but you don’t need to buy one yourself. Since most importantly of all, you need to take a few lessons with an instructor, he will provide you with an appropriate trainer kite for the early stages of your lessons.

You will very quickly progress from the trainer kite, which is why I don’t think you need to invest in your own one. Rather save the money for your first real kite.

I hope this helps, and I wish you all the best.

Brendon

By: Jared

Jared — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 15:00:34 +0000

Would you recommend starting with a trainer kite or do you think trainer kites are not necessary?

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 03:34:39 +0000

We’re delighted to hear that Magdalena! You definitely should give it a go… you won’t regret it!

By: Magdalena

Magdalena — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 14:24:02 +0000

you really inspired me and I want to try it!!! :):):)

By: Elmer Cruz

Elmer Cruz — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 13:36:28 +0000

Very detailed safety rules!!! I’m pretty sure they will be helpful for everyone who’ve just started with #kitesurfing! Thanks!

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 04:41:51 +0000

Well I wish you all the best, and a great kitesurfing holiday. Just please make sure that you take a few lessons with a qualified instructor if you haven’t already. This will reduce your chance of hurting yourself or damaging your new gear.

By: Martinus JvR

Martinus JvR — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 12:57:09 +0000

Hi Brendon

Yes, December is my first kite holiday down at Port Alfred, total beginner. I will give it a go there and at bushman’s river as well. Tried the kite once before at Sodwana, couldn’t manage a launch because did not have any tension in my outside lines, still do not know the reason. Loads of excitement but also frustration to get over the starting line.

Thanx

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:28:04 +0000

Hi Martinus,

I haven’t flown the DNA 2013, so can’t really comment, but I’m sure it will be perfectly fine for you, and yes, it does appear to be suitable for beginners.

Wishing you all the best, and good winds…

Brendon

By: Martinus JvR

Martinus JvR — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:16:13 +0000

I bought the DNA 2013 model to begin with, I think it is a good kite to use as a beginner?

By: Elmer Cruz

Elmer Cruz — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 08:53:39 +0000

Well done! Beginners should look for kites that offer more control and stability. Continue posting informative post! Thumbs up!

By: Elmer Cruz

Elmer Cruz — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:46:02 +0000

Very nice article, I am so glad that I found this. You’ve taught me a lot with your guide. Thanks for the useful guide.

By: Martinus

Martinus — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 07:17:52 +0000

Thank you I will get in touch

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 00:26:56 +0000

Hi Martinus,

Unfortunately we don’t know the Port Alfred area very well, however Cannon Rocks is definitely a good choice from what we hear. You might want to get in touch with Michelle Smith for expert advice. She’s an instructor and comes from Cannon Rocks. You’ll find more about her here: http://www.inmotionkitesurfing.com/michelle-smith-migk11 along with a link to her Facebook page from which you can contact her.

I hope this helps.

By: Martinus

Martinus — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 12:00:11 +0000

I am going down to Port Alfred, close to PE. Any instructors in that area? Or should I go to cannon rocks?

Thanks!!

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:03:16 +0000

Thanks for the feedback Dave! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your lesson with Kitesports. I am sure this will help others who are looking for lessons in Durban and surrounds. Keep at it mate, this sport rocks!

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:02:06 +0000

Recently had a 4 hr lesson with kite sports and they were fantastic. Was able to get up and riding a little. They are really good instructors that come highly recommended!

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:37:20 +0000

Hi Bonny,

Our apologies for the delayed response. We did our best to try and get you some reliable information on schools in the Cocoa Beach area, however our attempts were unfortunately unsuccessful. Our network of trusted schools weren’t able to recommend anyone in your area. This doesn’t mean there aren’t any reputable schools there, it just means we don’t know them… yet…

Were you able to find any schools yourself, and get lessons from them? If so, please let us know how it went, so we know whether to recommend them to others in the future.

Thanks.

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:44:48 +0000

Hey Bonny,

Thanks for your comment. We are happy to assist you and will get back to you shortly with recommendations for your area.

By: Bonny

Bonny — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 14:59:18 +0000

I live in Orlando Florida do you know any good schools in either cocoa beach or sattelight beach or any surrounding beaches?

By: inMotion Kitesurfing

inMotion Kitesurfing — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 03:59:40 +0000

Hey Abdullah, good to see you here and glad you like the website. Stay tuned for more great tips and advice on learning to kitesurf…
BTW: You should definitely take the next step and get some lessons with a qualified instructor. Not only will it be fun, but you will get a good idea of what it’s all about. I highly recommend either Ocean2Air or Kitesports depending on which location is more convenient for you. You can find their contact details here: http://www.inmotionkitesurfing.com/schools
If you have any questions or concerns, let me know.