FAQ ENGLISH - fequently asked questions about kiteboarding
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Why should I choose NewKiteZone Kiteboarding School (aka NKZ)?
With teaching experience since 2007, certified by different international kiteboarding entities, professional instructors, national & international recognition, affiliation and fully insured, NewKiteZone School is your premier kiteboarding school in Italy!
Where do I find NewKiteZone Kiteboarding?
Our Center is located in Punta Pellaro, just 8km far from airport of Reggio Calabria "Tito Minniti", Italy. See here our local map!
You can fly with ITA Airlines directly from Rome (Fiumicino), Milan (Linate), Bologna, Turin, Venice (Marco Polo)
or you can use internatioal direct flies with RYANAIR from and to: Tirana, Marsiglia, Berlino (Brandeburg), Manchester e Barcellona (El Prat).
As well you can use as alternative domestic and international fly destination Lamezia Terme airport (120km far, in Calabria) or the airports of Catania (118km far, in Sicily but easy to move from).
When is the best time to take kiteboarding lessons?
NewKiteZone School is open 12 months a year! The best time for wind is April through October. During the late summer the south winds arrive and we drive just 30km to find the best wind. On average, we will kite 4-5 days a week during the summer time. We offer sports packages April-November including stand-up paddle boarding, surfing, snorkeling and kayaking in addition to kiteboarding lessons.
You will be sure to get on the water with NewKiteZone School!
Can I buy gear or rent kiteboarding equipment from NewKiteZone?
Absolutely! We are a dealer for both CORE and DUOTONE kites, but also we use CRAZYFLY gear. After you have finished your lessons with NewKiteZone, we will put together a package price for lessons and rentals/purchase, taking a percentage of your lesson price and applying it towards equipment.
We also have ION, NP, Xcel and NPX wetsuits, ION, BRUONOTTI, Dakine harnesses.
I have my own equipment, what size kites should I bring?
During the winter season the wind blow around 18-22 knots. There are days that are lighter and days that are windier.
Our best guess for an 180 lb (80 kg) person would be a 9m kite. You can also save yourself baggage fees and rent from us!
We have plenty of the newest CORE, DUOTONE, CRAZYFLY and Cabrinha equipment for rentals.
Should I wear a wetsuit?
September and October are normally warm. You shouldn’t need anything but a rash guard long sleeve during that time.
November and Febrary get a tad colder, water low 60’s (15° C), and most people will wear 5/3 full or 4/3 semidry.
Then the water warms right back up, mid 70’s, during March and April.
You'll need a wetsuit just till June, but after till september probability you'll be fine with just a shorty rash guard or nothing at all.
We suggest to bring or use the shorty wetsuit only for those sensitive to the cold to feel more confort under the "wind chill effect".
Am I too old and out of shape to kitesurf?
NO! One of the great things about kitesurfing is people of all ages and fitness levels can do it! We tailor each and every lesson to the individual, progressing only at a speed that both the instructor and the student are comfortable with. We will make every lesson enjoyable and safe.
Do I need to make a reservation or should I just show up?
It is best to make a reservation, although, we can normally schedule you within a few days if you decide to drop in.
Our busiest season is July 15th - Sept 15th. During this period you will want to reserve ahead of time to find a free slot.
What if there is no wind during my lesson time?
We only charge you for the lessons you take. Therefore, if there is no wind during your scheduled lessons you will not be charged.
If you pay in advance and do not finish your lessons, due to weather, your money will be refunded for the hours you did not take.
Is kiteboarding dangerous?
If you self learn or if you do not have professional, certified instruction YES it can be.
ites can generate a large amount of power if you use a "normal" kite, for that reason we'll use only "NoPower" kite and you will be able to pilot it and have fun just from the first lessons.
Taking lessons will also make your learning process FUN, much quicker, easier, and totally safe!
What should I wear to my lessons?
Loose clothing, like that you would wear to the gym. During your land based lessons you will want a hat, sunglasses and suntan lotion and/or a long sleeve shirt, as you will be out in the elements for about an hour. We will have all the gear you need for your water lessons including wetsuits, life jackets and helmets.
Bring also a bathrobe for the shower (hot & cold available) and program a little free time to dring a beer looking the sunset behind Etna Volcano!
What is the cancellation policy?
Please understand that making a reservation with NewKiteZone Kiteboarding School is a commitment for us to hold a space for you on your scheduled date and time. That space can rarely be filled without advanced notice. For these reasons we request that in the event you need to cancel, you give us 48 hours notice. If you do not give us advance notice we will assess a late fee totalling 50% of the lesson price.
No wind policy?
We try our best but unfortunaltely we cannot control the wind.
In case you book a lesson not canceled at least 48h before, we offer alternative and fundamental lessons you can run even without wind.
This contents let NewKiteZone Kiteboarding School famous in the world becasue we focus on let you a real indipendent kiter what is a lot more compared in a simple "waterstarting kiter".
In no wind situation we can:
- do self-rescue in real deep water;
- do self-pack down in deep water;
- do advanced relaunch practice in low wind (a real must to be independent);
- learn alla bout S-Mart protocol for landing and takeoff steps;
- do theory recap or discovery on a variety of topics (weather/aerodinamycs/international signs/navigation rules/tides....)
- do study/simulation/video on advanced tricks;
- do deeper overview on gear-trim.
We love to convert with you a couple of lessons on this options, converting what seems "loosen time without wind" in excellent steps on your evolution as indipendent kiter!
SHARE THE LOVE
Our mission at NewKiteZone School is to provide each student funny with a safe, successful and joyful learning environment.
It is incumbent for our teachers to always act responsibly and with the student's best interest in mind.
We use our love and joy of kiteboarding to create safe and independent kiters and new friends!
Do you need other information?
Feel free to concact us writing in your preferred language between: English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian or Portuguese.
With teaching experience since 2007, certified by different international kiteboarding entities, professional instructors, national & international recognition, affiliation and fully insured, NewKiteZone School is your premier kiteboarding school in Italy!
Where do I find NewKiteZone Kiteboarding?
Our Center is located in Punta Pellaro, just 8km far from airport of Reggio Calabria "Tito Minniti", Italy. See here our local map!
You can fly with ITA Airlines directly from Rome (Fiumicino), Milan (Linate), Bologna, Turin, Venice (Marco Polo)
or you can use internatioal direct flies with RYANAIR from and to: Tirana, Marsiglia, Berlino (Brandeburg), Manchester e Barcellona (El Prat).
As well you can use as alternative domestic and international fly destination Lamezia Terme airport (120km far, in Calabria) or the airports of Catania (118km far, in Sicily but easy to move from).
When is the best time to take kiteboarding lessons?
NewKiteZone School is open 12 months a year! The best time for wind is April through October. During the late summer the south winds arrive and we drive just 30km to find the best wind. On average, we will kite 4-5 days a week during the summer time. We offer sports packages April-November including stand-up paddle boarding, surfing, snorkeling and kayaking in addition to kiteboarding lessons.
You will be sure to get on the water with NewKiteZone School!
Can I buy gear or rent kiteboarding equipment from NewKiteZone?
Absolutely! We are a dealer for both CORE and DUOTONE kites, but also we use CRAZYFLY gear. After you have finished your lessons with NewKiteZone, we will put together a package price for lessons and rentals/purchase, taking a percentage of your lesson price and applying it towards equipment.
We also have ION, NP, Xcel and NPX wetsuits, ION, BRUONOTTI, Dakine harnesses.
I have my own equipment, what size kites should I bring?
During the winter season the wind blow around 18-22 knots. There are days that are lighter and days that are windier.
Our best guess for an 180 lb (80 kg) person would be a 9m kite. You can also save yourself baggage fees and rent from us!
We have plenty of the newest CORE, DUOTONE, CRAZYFLY and Cabrinha equipment for rentals.
Should I wear a wetsuit?
September and October are normally warm. You shouldn’t need anything but a rash guard long sleeve during that time.
November and Febrary get a tad colder, water low 60’s (15° C), and most people will wear 5/3 full or 4/3 semidry.
Then the water warms right back up, mid 70’s, during March and April.
You'll need a wetsuit just till June, but after till september probability you'll be fine with just a shorty rash guard or nothing at all.
We suggest to bring or use the shorty wetsuit only for those sensitive to the cold to feel more confort under the "wind chill effect".
Am I too old and out of shape to kitesurf?
NO! One of the great things about kitesurfing is people of all ages and fitness levels can do it! We tailor each and every lesson to the individual, progressing only at a speed that both the instructor and the student are comfortable with. We will make every lesson enjoyable and safe.
Do I need to make a reservation or should I just show up?
It is best to make a reservation, although, we can normally schedule you within a few days if you decide to drop in.
Our busiest season is July 15th - Sept 15th. During this period you will want to reserve ahead of time to find a free slot.
What if there is no wind during my lesson time?
We only charge you for the lessons you take. Therefore, if there is no wind during your scheduled lessons you will not be charged.
If you pay in advance and do not finish your lessons, due to weather, your money will be refunded for the hours you did not take.
Is kiteboarding dangerous?
If you self learn or if you do not have professional, certified instruction YES it can be.
ites can generate a large amount of power if you use a "normal" kite, for that reason we'll use only "NoPower" kite and you will be able to pilot it and have fun just from the first lessons.
Taking lessons will also make your learning process FUN, much quicker, easier, and totally safe!
What should I wear to my lessons?
Loose clothing, like that you would wear to the gym. During your land based lessons you will want a hat, sunglasses and suntan lotion and/or a long sleeve shirt, as you will be out in the elements for about an hour. We will have all the gear you need for your water lessons including wetsuits, life jackets and helmets.
Bring also a bathrobe for the shower (hot & cold available) and program a little free time to dring a beer looking the sunset behind Etna Volcano!
What is the cancellation policy?
Please understand that making a reservation with NewKiteZone Kiteboarding School is a commitment for us to hold a space for you on your scheduled date and time. That space can rarely be filled without advanced notice. For these reasons we request that in the event you need to cancel, you give us 48 hours notice. If you do not give us advance notice we will assess a late fee totalling 50% of the lesson price.
No wind policy?
We try our best but unfortunaltely we cannot control the wind.
In case you book a lesson not canceled at least 48h before, we offer alternative and fundamental lessons you can run even without wind.
This contents let NewKiteZone Kiteboarding School famous in the world becasue we focus on let you a real indipendent kiter what is a lot more compared in a simple "waterstarting kiter".
In no wind situation we can:
- do self-rescue in real deep water;
- do self-pack down in deep water;
- do advanced relaunch practice in low wind (a real must to be independent);
- learn alla bout S-Mart protocol for landing and takeoff steps;
- do theory recap or discovery on a variety of topics (weather/aerodinamycs/international signs/navigation rules/tides....)
- do study/simulation/video on advanced tricks;
- do deeper overview on gear-trim.
We love to convert with you a couple of lessons on this options, converting what seems "loosen time without wind" in excellent steps on your evolution as indipendent kiter!
SHARE THE LOVE
Our mission at NewKiteZone School is to provide each student funny with a safe, successful and joyful learning environment.
It is incumbent for our teachers to always act responsibly and with the student's best interest in mind.
We use our love and joy of kiteboarding to create safe and independent kiters and new friends!
Do you need other information?
Feel free to concact us writing in your preferred language between: English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian or Portuguese.
