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Kiteboarding Lessons in St Petersburg Florida
Learn to kiteboard with radio coaching and jet ski support at North Skyway Beach.
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Offering services to St Petersburg FL, Largo FL, Clearwater FL, Tampa Bay FL, Bradenton FL, Sarasota FL, and 2 hours from Orlando FL. All lessons run from North Skyway Beach in St. Petersburg.
Coming from nearby? See our lessons near Clearwater, Sarasota, and Bradenton.
If you have questions, chat with our virtual assistant or call us +1 833 879 5483 if you need assistance.
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Lesson Features
- Experienced IKO certified instructors
- All equipment provided
- Jet ski support
- Operating since 2015
- Beginner, intermediate and advanced
- Radio communication
- Personalized tailored training
- Fast and fun progression
- All safety gear provided
- GoPro video for your enjoyment
Want to try something different? See our wing foiling lessons in St. Petersburg
Choose Your Lesson Package
Kiteboarding lessons are taught by IKO-certified instructors at North Skyway Beach. Every lesson includes radio communication, jet ski support, and all the gear you need. If you have your own wetsuit, please bring it. If not, we provide one at no extra cost. On average it takes about 6 hours to stand up on the board and ride a short distance, and we recommend about 12.5 hours to ride independently. Prices below match our booking page.
Not sure which lesson to book?
- Brand new to kiteboarding: start with Discovery.
- Ready to get on the board: choose Let's Ride (5 hours) for your first water starts.
- Want to ride on your own: choose Get Independent (7.5 hours) or Confident Rider (12.5 hours).
- Had lessons before: try Next Level Rider, or call us and we'll find the right fit.
Take our 3-question lesson quiz, compare kiteboarding vs. wing foiling, or call or text +1 833 879 5483.
Step 1
Discovery
$300
1 lesson, 2.5 hours, private
Rig an inflatable kite from scratch, learn the safety release systems, and practice launching, landing, and kite control.
Add a buddy for $200, or two buddies for $300.
Step 2
Let's Ride
$650
1–2 lessons, 5 hours, private
The full Discovery experience, plus board readiness and your first water starts.
Add a buddy for $400, or two buddies for $550.
Step 3
Get Independent
$950
2–3 lessons, 7.5 hours, private
Body dragging and confident water starts.
Save $50 when you book 7.5 hours. Add a buddy for $535.
Step 4
Confident Rider
$1,625
4–5 lessons, 12.5 hours, private
Ride in both directions and upwind, build speed and edge control, and learn to retrieve your board in deep water.
Save $75 when you book 12.5 hours. Add a buddy for $840.
Refresher
Next Level Rider
$350
1 lesson, 2.5 hours, private
Refresher coaching to sharpen board starts, consistent riding, and staying upwind, plus smooth transitions, toe-side riding, and an intro to jumps and kite loops.
Add a buddy for $200.
Bring a friend and save. Discovery is $250 each for two people, or $200 each for three, sharing one kite. Just add a buddy when you book.
What our students say
Gift certificates are available for kiteboarding Discovery ($300) and wing foiling ($350). See how gifting works. Current prices are always shown in the booking calendar below.
Schedule Online
No wind? No problem. If you book a day with no wind, we reschedule for the next best available time with no penalty.
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Note: Our booking calendar does not reflect our actual schedule for the season. Use it to select your preferred start date, complete the booking and we'll send you a google calendar invite confirming your date, time and where to meet. If you schedule a lesson on a day there is no wind, we will reschedule for the next best available time. If you are unable to be available we can either hold a credit for the next time you visit or we can issue a full refund less $25 per 2.5 hours booked.
Why Choose SA Kitesurf Adventures?
Operating since 2015 at North Skyway Beach in St. Petersburg, 7 days a week when it's windy, October to May. Kiteboarding lessons start at $300, all gear included, ages 12 and up.
IKO-Certified Instructors
IKO-certified instructors teach kiteboarding lessons using IKO's safe, progressive method.
Radio Coaching
Two-way radios give you real-time feedback while you ride, even when you're half a mile away.
Jet Ski Support
Jet ski support on every lesson means more time on the water and less walking.
All Gear Provided
We provide the gear for your lesson, including a wetsuit if you don't have your own.
How a Lesson Works
1. Book Online
Pick your lesson and a start date on our booking calendar.
2. Get Your Meeting Details
We send a Google Calendar invite with your date, time, and where to meet.
3. Rig and Learn the Basics
Rig an inflatable kite, learn the safety release systems, and practice launching, landing, and kite control.
4. Ride With Radio Coaching
Your instructor coaches you over a two-way radio, with jet ski support on the water.
Why Radio Coaching Makes Your Progression Faster
Every lesson includes two-way radio communication with your instructor.
- Instant feedback: receive real-time corrections while you're actually riding.
- Boosted confidence: stay connected with your instructor even when you're half a mile away.
- Hands-free coaching: focus entirely on the kite and board while hearing clear, step-by-step instructions.
Jet ski support on every lesson means more time on the water and less walking.
On the Water at North Skyway Beach
About North Skyway Beach
Explore the North Skyway Beach in St. Petersburg, Florida, a perfect sanctuary for honing kiteboarding and wing foiling skills. The winds peak from October to May, making it a hotspot for kiteboarding and wing foiling enthusiasts of all levels.
Nestled where Tampa Bay meets the Gulf of Mexico, Skyway Beach provides shallow waters perfect for beginners to learn and build their kiteboarding confidence, as well as smooth conditions that allow more advanced riders to experiment with new tricks.
Regardless of the wind's direction, the possibilities for kiteboarding and wing foiling on the water are limitless. This unique feature guarantees that time on the water is fully utilized.
Our tailored lessons are designed to suit your individual learning style, complemented by the latest high-end kiteboarding gear from esteemed brands such as Ozone, PLKB, Reedin, Dakine, and Cabrinha. We also offer Jet Ski support and are the sole school in the vicinity providing uninterrupted radio communication for improved safety and instruction.
We take pride in being the only official IKO certified center in the area, upholding IKO's safety standards and instructional methods. We ensure your safety by supplying all essential safety equipment, including helmets, life vests, and radio communication, particularly for those thrilling excursions that take you out of earshot of your instructor.
Benefit from the knowledge of our IKO certified instructors, who boast thousands of hours of teaching, ensuring a swift and enjoyable learning curve. Choosing an instructor with extensive experience is crucial for rapid advancement and a pleasurable experience.
We offer kiteboarding and wing foiling lessons in St. Petersburg, the Tampa Bay area, Sarasota, Bradenton, Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, and nearby regions. Additionally, we have a selection of new and pre-owned premium equipment available for purchase after your lessons.
To book a lesson, utilize our easy-to-use secure online booking system, or contact us by phone at +1 833 TRY KITE or email at sakitesurf@gmail.com.
What are IKO certified lessons?
All our kiteboarding lessons are certified by the International Kiteboarding Organization which means you are receiving the best and safest possible kiteboarding instruction available. We do not recommend taking lessons from instructors who are not IKO certified as they have not been through the proper training to be able to teach all the kiteboarding skills correctly. The levels below show the IKO set teaching standards that all our experienced instructors follow. Once you have completed your course you will receive an IKO member card which will allow you to rent kiteboarding equipment from any IKO affiliated center in the world.
What makes us the best in the business?
- The only official IKO affiliated center in the Tampa Bay area, that adheres to all the IKO safety standards providing all the necessary gear and support for lessons at no extra cost.
- You are getting personal training from a highly experienced instructor who has had thousands of hours of training, this means a much faster, safer progression for you.
- We are the only outfit in the area that provides radio communication support, this means your instructor is never shouting at you while you are learning and you can get instruction even if you are half a mile away from your instructor.
- We can provide you with top quality gear at a reasonable cost and the knowledge you'll need, once you are ready to start training on your own with your own equipment.
- We provide jet ski support for all lessons at no extra cost.
- We provide wetsuits, booties, flotation vests and helmets for all your lessons at no extra cost!
- We will never hold you back during a lesson, if you progress faster than the average person, we will keep pushing you to get you the fastest progression for your skill level, keeping safety first!
Our Reviews
Meet Your Instructor
Dale
IKO Level 3 Master Instructor
Radio Coaching & Jet Ski Support
Dale founded SA Kitesurf Adventures, a kiteboarding and wing foiling school operating since 2015.
Meet the TeamWing Foiling Lessons
Wing foiling lessons also include radio communication, jet ski support, and all the gear you need. See all our wing foiling lessons in St. Petersburg.
Wing Foiling
Wing Foiling Course
$950
3 lessons, 7.5 hours
Everything from the Discovery lesson, plus the option to be towed behind the boat to learn to ride the hydrofoil. You'll control your speed once you're riding and improve your balance and wing control.
Save $50. Add a buddy for $525.
Wing Foiling
Wing Foiling Course Plus
$1,625
5 lessons, 12.5 hours
Everything in the Course, with more time on the water to improve all your skills, and learning to jibe.
Save $75 on lessons. Add a buddy for $840.
Weather Forecast
Take a look at the weather forecast and determine what days you may be available to do a lesson. We typically need around 12kt+ to be able to fly a kite, so look for higher wind periods in the day and book through our online booking system accordingly. If you're not sure, just give us a call and we'll be happy to help you book over the phone.
FAQ's
Most frequent questions and answers
Who can kiteboard?
You should be at least 12 years of age to learn to kiteboard, and you are never too old. In regard to fitness, people of all shapes and sizes kiteboard. Strength (especially in the core), flexibility, and endurance will help you to progress more quickly in the sport, but are not prerequisites for learning. In fact, kiteboarding is a great way to get into shape! The only physical requirement is the ability to swim. Beyond that, we match the appropriate kite to your size and the wind conditions. In a nutshell, with the same wind speed, the bigger the person, the bigger the kite, the smaller the person, the smaller the kite. Don't worry, you're not going to fly away. You'll be perfectly safe as long as you listen to your instructor.
Do you provide equipment for lessons?
Yes! We provide all the latest equipment including, kites, harnesses, floatation vests, wetsuits, shoes and kiteboards for all your kiteboarding lessons. We also provide two way radio communication so that you stay connected to your instructor at all times and either a boat or a jet ski to transport you upwind when you get to the water start stage. If you have your own wetsuit, please bring it. If not, we will provide one at no extra cost.
What do I need to bring?
If you have your own wetsuit, please bring it. If not, we will provide one at no extra cost. Also bring water shoes (if you own them), a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and water. We provide the rest!
Why should I take lessons from an IKO affiliated kiteboarding center?
IKO, International Kiteboarding Organization, is the world's largest kiteboard training organization. To become an IKO affiliated center, kiteboarding schools must meet high standards of set criteria that ensure their commitment to quality and safety. IKO instructors are trained to teach using IKO's safe, progressive method which helps you to reach your goals faster and with confidence. We do not recommend taking lessons from your kiteboarding friends or schools without certified instructors.
How long will it take me to ride on the board?
That all depends on you! Each person's kiteboarding progression is different. If you excel at the sport, we will not hold you back, and if you need more time to feel comfortable, we will not push you. On average it takes about 6 hours to stand up on the board and ride a short distance. We recommend 12.5 hours, however, to increase your confidence, ensure safety and become fully independent.
The IKO progression is as follows: In your first lesson you will learn kite setup, safety and begin to master your kite control. In your second lesson you will begin to use the power of the kite to pull your body through the water and learn the body dragging technique. In your third lesson you will put the board on your feet and attempt your first water starts. Most people can only ride in one direction at this point and don't necessarily feel confident to go out on their own. After 12 hours of training you should be riding in both directions and will fully understand safety and self-rescue techniques to avoid emergency situations.
Short on time? We can combine two lessons into one day and fast track you to the board!
What are the differences between private, semi-private and group lessons?
Private lessons consist of one student, one instructor, and one kite. Semi-Private lessons consist of two students, one instructor, and two kites. Group lessons consist of two students, one instructor, and one kite. Group lessons cost less than private lessons, so bring your friends, family members, or partners! A maximum of three people on a discovery lesson. All equipment is provided for your kiteboarding course.
Shop Gear
Not sure what to buy? Read our gear guide.
- Kite-Boards
Nobile NT5 Split Twintip
$1,229.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page - Kite-Boards
Nobile NHP Split Twintip
$1,549.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page - Kite-Boards
Nobile NHP Carbon Split Twintip
$1,999.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page - Kite-Boards
Reedin SuperE 2026 Twintip
$729.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page - Kite Packages
10m PLKB Escape V9 Kite Package
Original price was: $1,950.00.$1,549.00Current price is: $1,549.00. Add to cart - Kite Packages
Nobile Horizon X Kiteboard Package
Price range: $2,639.00 through $3,119.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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