Who the lessons are for
Never tried it
We start with wind theory and flying the kite on the beach — you go into the water in the very first lesson.
Tried it long ago
We bring the skill back: kite control, water start, first runs.
Riding, want to progress
Jumps, transitions, freestyle basics — with technique analysis on the water.
Prices
Gear and equipment insurance are included in every price. Learning on your own gear — 20 % off. Prices in roubles.
1 hour · private
one-hour lesson
- ✓One-to-one with an IKO instructor
- ✓Full set of gear
- ✓Equipment insurance
- ✓Hour credited towards a course
Intro · 2 hours
meet the kite · IKO 1
- ✓Theory and kite flying
- ✓50 % beach / 50 % water
- ✓Understand the kite without fear
- ✓Part of the standard course
Basic · 6 hours
IKO 1+2 · first rides
- ✓From zero to first rides on the board
- ✓Water start and body drag
- ✓IKO certificate
- ✓Photos to keep
Course · 8 hours
IKO 1+2, confidently
- ✓More time on the water
- ✓Confident rides
- ✓IKO certificate
- ✓Photos to keep
Course · 10 hours
IKO 1+2+3
- ✓Up to riding upwind
- ✓Self-rescue in deep water
- ✓IKO certificate
- ✓Photos to keep
Full · 12 hours
IKO 1+2+3 · to independent riding
- ✓Enough for 98 % of students to ride on their own
- ✓Upwind riding and transitions
- ✓IKO certificate
- ✓Photos + shop discount
Max · 20 hours
IKO 1–4 · freestyle basics
- ✓Jumps and freestyle basics
- ✓Full technique analysis
- ✓IKO 1–4 certificate
- ✓Photos to keep
How the course goes
- 1Send a request with your height and weight — we pick the gear
- 2Wind theory, safety and kite handling on the beach
- 3Flying the kite and the pre-flight checklist
- 4Water start under the instructor's control
- 5First runs, riding upwind and independent riding
- 6IKO certificate, photos and a shop discount card
Frequently asked questions
How much do kitesurfing lessons in Crimea cost?▾
A private hour is 5,500 ₽. Courses with gear and insurance included: intro 2 h — 8,000 ₽, basic 6 h — 25,000 ₽, 8 h — 31,000 ₽, 10 h — 38,000 ₽, full 12 h — 45,000 ₽, max 20 h — 60,000 ₽. On your own gear — 20 % off.
Where are the lessons?▾
At our kite stations in Mezhvodnoe and Olenevka — some of the best spots in Crimea, with steady wind, an easy entry and shallow water for a safe start.
When is the kitesurfing season in Crimea?▾
The main season runs from May to October. We pick exact dates and wind windows from the forecast to suit your level.
How many hours until I can ride on my own?▾
The full 12-hour course is enough for 98 % of students to ride independently. Some need 6–8 hours, some need more — everyone learns at their own pace.
Do I need my own gear?▾
No. All learning gear — kite, board, harness, helmet, safety systems and wetsuit — is included. Learning on your own gear gives 20 % off.
Do instructors speak English?▾
The lessons in Crimea are run mainly in Russian; some instructors also teach in English. Tell us when booking and we will plan the course with an English-speaking instructor where possible.
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Book a course in Crimea
Send your dates, height and weight — we will suggest a course and pick the gear.