Ready to take full control of your kiteboarding journey?
Our 4-hour Independent Rider Course is designed to refine your skills and give you the confidence to kite without supervision. With IKO-certified instructors, top-quality Ozone and Nobile gear, and real-time coaching via BBTalking radios, you’ll learn to ride more efficiently, control your speed, and master essential techniques to become a fully independent rider.
Taught in English or Spanish.
This course is designed for those who have already completed the Discovery and Intermediate Rider Courses and are ready to advance their riding ability.
$450.00
Already completed your Discovery and Intermediate Rider Courses and ready for the final step toward riding on your own?
Our private 4-hour Independent Rider Course is designed to help you refine your skills, improve your kite and board control, and develop the confidence to kite without instructor supervision. You’ll work on riding upwind, managing speed, making smooth transitions, and mastering self-launch and self-rescue techniques—all essential skills for becoming an Independent Rider.
During the beginning of the lesson, we will review and clarify those areas to set you up for success. From there, we will focus on developing your Level 3: Independent Rider skills, which include:
We love teaching lessons at Las Picuas, Puerto Rico, a beautiful spot with flat and shallow waters, making it an ideal learning environment for beginners. This location provides a safe and controlled setting for practicing your kiteboarding skills, helping you progress with confidence.
If you’re visiting Puerto Rico, consider staying near this beach! There are plenty of Airbnbs, hotels, and vacation rentals to choose from, making it easy to enjoy your kiteboarding experience while staying close to the action.
That said, we may need to choose a different location based on your availability and the wind and weather conditions to ensure the best learning experience for you.
The goal of this course is to prepare you to kiteboard on your own! However, this doesn’t mean your learning journey is over—there’s still plenty to refine and explore.
From here, you can focus on making your riding more effective, fun, and exciting by improving your technique, gaining confidence in different conditions, and exploring new disciplines within kiteboarding.
You have two main options for progression:
Wherever you decide to take your kiteboarding journey, we’re here to support your progression!
Contact us to determine the best day and time for your lesson. Once we’ve scheduled your session, return to this page to complete your payment.
We are official dealers for Ozone, Nobile, and BBTalking, offering top-quality kiteboarding equipment. While we do not offer discounts on products, we provide exclusive packages for our students.
When you purchase a full kiteboarding kit (kite, bar, harness, and board) through us, you’ll receive 6 hours of lessons included to help you get started confidently. By getting your gear through us, you’ll ensure a seamless transition from lessons to independent riding, using the same high-performance equipment we train with. Let us help you find the perfect setup for your kiteboarding journey!
Sam is an IKO-certified kiteboarding instructor with a deep passion for wind sports and adventure. With years of experience teaching movement-based disciplines, Sam brings a clear, fun, and progressive approach to his kiteboarding lessons.
Beyond teaching, Sam is an accomplished expedition athlete, having co-led the 2XTM Expedition, an ambitious snowkiting journey across North Dakota’s frozen landscapes. His expertise in wind-powered travel and dynamic movement makes him a patient and knowledgeable instructor, ready to help students of all levels harness the power of the wind.
Raquel has spent most of her life in the water, making her a natural when it comes to teaching kiteboarding. A SCUBA diver since 1997, a lifeguard, triathlete and former Marine Biologist, she has a deep understanding of the ocean and wind dynamics. Now an IKO-certified kiteboarding instructor, Raquel shares her passion for the sport with students in both English and Spanish.
Her patient and encouraging teaching style helps students of all levels feel confident as they learn to harness the wind. Whether you’re stepping onto the beach for the first time or looking to refine your skills, Raquel will guide you through the process with expertise and enthusiasm.
