Frequently asked questions
What we hear most before a booking
Straight answers about gear, age, season, payment and how the partnership with our schools works.
Do I need to know how to swim to kitesurf?
Yes. You'll be in the water and, at some point, you may need to swim back to the board or the beach. You don't need to swim like an athlete, but comfort in the water is essential — and a vest is always available.
What's the minimum age for lessons?
We teach from around 10 years old, with a guardian's authorisation and always accompanied. Children start with smaller kites and on flat water, at their own pace.
How long until I can ride on my own?
It depends on the wind, the water and how often you ride. With consecutive lessons in good conditions, many people reach the water start within a few days and independent riding in one or two weeks. Nobody promises a fixed deadline — anyone who guarantees that is selling, not teaching.
What's the best time of year?
For strong wind, August to December in the Northeast. To learn in gentler conditions, January to July. In the Caribbean the season is the opposite: December to April.
Do I need my own gear?
No. Our partner schools provide kite, board, harness and vest during lessons, and you can rent once you've been cleared. Buying only makes sense once you know the kite size that suits your wind and your weight.
How do booking and payment work?
You put together your request on the website or on WhatsApp. We confirm the current price and availability with the partner school, and payment can be made on arrival, directly with the school. We don't require upfront payment to book.
Do you serve guests in other languages?
Yes: Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, German and Italian, from the first contact through to the day of the lesson.
What if there's no wind on the date I chose?
Lessons and rentals cancelled due to lack of wind are not charged. When the wind changes, we try to move you to another time or a nearby destination, depending on your availability.
Tell me where you are and how much time you have — I'll sort out the rest
Give us the destination and the dates. We'll reply with the right school, the wind forecast for that period and what to bring.