Kiteboarding Courses & Rentals

Kite, Glide & Ride: Learn at Kanahā Kite Beach!

Kiteboarding is a sport that rewards patience and proper progression. That's why lessons are structured methodically: beginners start with trainer kites on land (ground school), mastering kite control, steering, power management, emergency stopping, and launching before ever stepping near the water. Once kite-flying fundamentals are solid on land, you'll move to full-power LEI (leading edge inflatable) kites in the water for body surfing behind the kite, one-handed flying, upwind riding, and your first board rides. All lessons are private or semi-private, meaning your instructor's full attention is on you and your progress throughout every session.

Kite Beach sits on Maui's north shore, just two minutes from Kahului Airport, and benefits from some of the most consistent trade winds in the world. Long, open sandy beaches give students and instructors room to practice safely, while the shallow water areas near shore make early water sessions manageable. Multi-day packages (2-, 3-, or 5-day) allow you to move through the full progression — from ground school through body surfing, water starts, first board rides, upwind riding, turns, and beyond. Advanced riders visiting Maui for the first time can book an orientation session to get local knowledge, learn the ride areas, and review self-rescue techniques essential for Kanaha (there are no jet skis standing by, so self-rescue is a critical skill).

All Lesson, Courses, & Rental Options

1. 1-Day Kiteboarding Course — 3 hours: Best for first-timers who want to try kiteboarding and learn the fundamentals including kite control, safety systems, body dragging, and introductory board skills. Great introduction to the sport without committing to a full progression course.
   
2. 3-Day Course — 9 hours total: Ideal for beginners who want more consistent progression over multiple days. Typically structured as 3 hours per day, allowing students to move from kite control into water starts and early rides with much more repetition and confidence-building.
   
3. 5-Day Course — 15 hours total: Best for guests serious about progressing beyond the basics. More time on the water allows students to improve riding consistency, board control, turns, and confidence in Maui’s wind conditions.
   
4. 10-Day Course — 30 hours total: The most complete training option for students who want maximum progression and water time. This course is designed to help riders work toward independent riding, upwind riding, transitions, and stronger overall confidence handling kiteboarding conditions.
   
5. Private 2-Hour Kiteboard Lesson: Best for personalized coaching, refreshers, or focused skill development. Great for nervous beginners, intermediate riders wanting technique help, or experienced kiters looking to improve specific skills.
   
6. Complete Kiteboarding Rental: Includes the full setup for experienced, independent kiteboarders who already know how to safely launch, land, ride upwind, self-rescue, and assess conditions.
   
7. Kite-Only Rental: Best for experienced riders who already have a board and only need a kite setup suited for Maui’s wind conditions.
   
8. Kiteboard Rental: Best for experienced riders who already have kite/control gear and only need the board itself. Great option for travelers bringing partial equipment.
   

Duration

1. Private Lesson: 2 Hours
   
2. 1 Day Lesson: 3 Hours
   
3. 3 Day Lesson: 9 Hours Total
   
4. 5 Day Lesson: 15 Hours Total
   
5. 10 Day Lesson: 30 Hours Total
   
6. All Rentals: 2 Hours
   

Location / Where to Meet

1. Check in/Departure Address: Kanaha Beach Park, Amala Pl, Kahului, HI 96732
   
2. Parking is available at Kanaha Beach Park (free). Public restrooms are available at the park.
   
3. The park also has public restrooms on site.
   
4. Please arrive at least 15–30 minutes before your lesson start time.
   
5. Our kiteboarding lessons are taught at world famous Kite Beach Maui which is on the western end of the Kanaha Beach Park. This North Shore location has the best wind for kiteboarding, and some long sandy beaches great for kiteboarding.
   
6. Kite Beach is just 2 minutes drive from Kahului Airport.
   

Ages & Requirements

1. Minimum age: 12 years old
   
2. All participants must be able to swim.
   
3. No prior kiteboarding experience is required
   
4. All guests will be required to fill out an online release and waiver of liability form before participation in our lessons.
   
5. This tour is not suitable for pregnant women.
   
6. This tour is not suitable/recommended for people with any medical conditions.
   
7. Participants should be in reasonable health; consult your doctor if you have any medical concerns before booking.
   
8. Experienced kiteboarders visiting for the first time should book the Maui Orientation Session rather than a beginner lesson.
   

What's Included

1. Professional, certified private or semi-private instruction (county-permitted kiteboarding school)
   
2. All kiteboarding equipment needed during lesson time — trainer kites for ground school, full LEI kites for water sessions, board
   
3. Land lesson / ground school (theory, safety, wind reading, emergency procedures)
   
4. Safety briefing including self-rescue techniques
   

Not Included

1. Gratuity - Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10-25% to your instructors!
   
2. Advanced lesson gear (shortboard skills, jibing, wave sailing, and jumping lessons require you to bring your own board or rent from a local shop — gear not included for intermediate/advanced sessions).
   

What to Bring / Wear

1. Swimsuit & Towel
   
2. Reef-Safe Sunscreen
   
3. Extra layers of clothing - sweatshirts and warm hats
   
4. Dry bag
   
5. Snacks & Water
   
6. Required paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
   
7. Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get damaged by water or you don’t want to lose.
   
8. For intermediate/advanced lessons: bring your own board or plan to rent locally; gear is not included for these sessions.