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SOUTH FLORIDA KITEBOARDING
Kiteboarding/Kitesurfing Basic
Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing are the same sports – they are often referred to differently based on location.
Kitesurfing uses wind to pull a rider through the water on a small kite board or surfboard.
A kite surfer uses a board with or without straps with a large, inflatable kite to move across the water.
Kitesurfing Techniques
Turning Controlled Flying & Jumping Board Grabs Body Dragging Waterstarting Going Upwind/Downwind Toeside Kitesurfing in
Overpowered/Underpowered situations
Kitesurfing & Wind Conditions
Kitesurfers change the size or/and line length from the harness to the kite depending o wind strength.
Stronger winds call for a smaller kite It’s very important to avoid using too
large a kitre Newer kites have a ‘depower’ option to
reduce the power in the kite Kite surfers should not go into water in
direct offshore winds
Kiteboarding Lessons
Why Take Kiteboarding Lessons With Us?
One-On-One Instruction
No Group Instruction
No Deep Water Instruction
Kitesurfing Locations
Any location with consistent, steady side-onshore winds, large bodies of water, and good launch areas are good for kite surfing
Most kitesurfing takes place along ocean shores
It can also take place on lakes, inlets, and occasionally rivers
Florida Kiteboarding Locations
Explore our main kiteboarding learning locations:
Key Biscayne Dania Beach/Hollywood Matheson Hammock Park
Main Lesson Locations:
Key Biscayne Sand Bars, MiamiDania Beach (North of Pier)Miami Kiteboarding store location
Contact us at (954) 536-7512 for an appointment.
Kitesurfing Equipment
Kite Kiteboard Flying Lines Wetsuit
Control Bar Helmet Kite Harness Board leash
Kitesurfing Safety Precautions
Avoid kitesurfing in crowded areas Check the weather before you go out Try to ride with side shore winds Wear appropriate exposure clothing Wear a helmet and impact vest Avoid riding overpowered Notify the Coast Guard if you lose a
board
South Florida Kiteboarding
There are multiple kitesurfing communities since the sport has become more popular
http://www.southfloridakiteboarding.com/ Provides a wealth of information about
kitesurfing/kiteboarding Also provides an online registration
solution for kitesurfing, kiteboarding and windsurfing.
Contact Us
Lesson And Sales Inquiries:
Stefan Pantu, Manager (954) 536-7512
info@southfloridakiteboarding.comOffice and Accommodations: 85 Gulfstream RoadSuite 308 Dania
Beach, FL 33004 USA