MalibuKitesurfing.NET                               310-430-KITE (5483)

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Our
Best Value
Kitesurfing Lesson Package 
$695.00
(individual)

Highlights:

10 hours of private instruction.
Premium equipment at 15 - 25% off.
Extra
private instruction at only $60 per hour.
Eligible to participate in our Returnable Kite Program.

 

Clients may upgrade to this package with full credit for their first lesson payment 
anytime within 90 days of their first lesson.

 

  BENEFITS, TERMS and CONDITIONS:
(All benefits, terms and conditions may vary without notice)

BENEFITS:

1.    10 hours of unique and exceptionally informative PRIVATE kitesurfing instruction.           
        Highlights include:                                                                      (Lesson subjects)

THE  MOST  EFFECTIVE  WAYS  TO  SPEED  LEARNING  KITESURFING

If you look through this site and spend an hour or two at http://www.kiteforum.com  *, you will see there is a tremendous amount of knowledge which you DO want, MIGHT want and, we believe, SHOULD want.  Additionally, much of the actual physical skill required can ONLY be obtained through repetitive practice (why practice is essential).   Add the fact that most people have only limited time available and that conditions can and do cause a certain amount of this time to be wasted and/or used inefficiently.   (*kiteforum.com is generally the most informative forum)

You may conclude that industry blather alleging  fast and easy learning  is either meant to promote wishful thinking or is aimed at elite athletes living where conditions are ideal.   

That said, it is not impossible for average humans to learn the necessary skills and knowledge without formal lessons and many people in southern California have done so without any life altering problems.   Not surprisingly, due to reduced income, unemployed people not only may be more tempted to try this option, but may also have more success since they may be able to make learning an almost full-time effort (in fact this is how Malibu Kitesurfing's owner learned). 

However, since most of our clients have a strong desire to become reasonably safe and responsible kiters as fast as possible, we are constantly looking for ways to further improve the many techniques etc. which we have learned, discovered and CREATED over the years.  Areas where we've been able to make substantial improvements include:

  • UTILIZATION OF  LESSON  TIME IN THE  MOST  EFFECTIVE   MANNER. 
     
    Although we have a PREFERRED  schedule for lesson subjects (and their elements) which should produce optimum results in a THEORETICAL environment, in real life, strict adherence to a set curriculum would unavoidably produce unacceptable results.   This is because both the conditions at lesson time and individual clients' needs will  vary and therefore lessons must be as flexible as possible in order to prioritize what is taught such that the time is used as effectively as possible.  We pride ourselves on having the thorough knowledge and extensive teaching experience required  to not only accomplish the foregoing, but to also succinctly explain our reasoning whenever a client would like to draw his/her own conclusions as to the selection of alternate lesson subjects or the desirability of rescheduling a lesson. 
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    Additionally, there are several ways that clients can substantially increase the benefits of their lessons.  Two of the most effective are to practice with a trainer kite before their first lesson (see our Trainer Rental for details) and then to practice with a full size kite in between their lessons (see our new Returnable Kite Program for details).
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  • UTILIZATION OF  PRACTICE  TIME IN THE MOST EFFECTIVE MANNER.

    Although rarely mentioned in industry or media literature, there are quite a few ways that students can maximize the benefits they realize from the time they spend practicing by themselves.  In the cases where these techniques may alter the risks involved, we can explain the pertinent details so that the student can compare the possible benefits to the potential risks and thereby make a more informed decision regarding what action to take.

UNEQUALLED  SAFETY  INSTRUCTION

The essence of kitesurfing is being able to control the power applied by the wind to cruise, jump, surf and/or do tricks.  However, when enough of this power is misapplied by some mishap or by the kiter, the resulting force may cause him/her to lose control of the kite.  An out of control kite often has more than enough power to take the kiter places he/she'd rather not be and cause  impacts hard enough to cause injury or death.   Additionally, the lines can be extremely dangerous because they can cut through flesh, immobilize a kiter's hand or arm, pull him/her by a foot or otherwise prevent control of the kite.

Most importantly though, an out of control kite can also annoy, injure and possibly kill other people and pets.

Since 2002, we have  SPECIALIZED in learning, discovering  and developing the most feasible SAFETY related techniques and procedures, especially as they specifically relate to southern California kiting.  We'll show you simple and sometimes unique techniques pertaining to general situations such as how to chose a launch location, to narrower situations such as right of way at various locations, down to highly specific situations such as how to get untangled from kelp.  Additionally, we'll show you tricks to help develop habits which automate as many skills as possible.  Not only is it much less likely that you'll forget to perform some helpful or essential action once its become a habit, but you can then devote more attention to the many other details which at first may require extra concentration. 

More significantly however, we can thoroughly EXPLAIN how and why the assorted factors  associated with various situations interact to indicate the best response.   It is  much better to learn HOW to accurately analyze and prioritize pertinent factors than to try to memorize some set response because you'll frequently encounter situations where the variables present  create more than one seemingly reasonable option.   And although a single set response may work to varying degrees in a large number of reasonably similar situations, it will only be the BEST (=SAFEST  PRACTICAL  RESPONSE) option for a small number.    Furthermore, when you go to different locations, you'll inevitably find substantially different situations where the set response may now become a bad choice.    In these situations, the better that you understand how various  factors are likely to interact, the greater the odds that you'll find the most appropriate response.  Usually, especially for novices, the most appropriate response will be your SAFEST  PRACTICAL RESPONSE and by practicing these skills, eventually you'll automatically create RESPONSES  fine-tuned to YOUR exact personal specifications.    

ALWAYS  ABSOLUTELY  CANDID  ADVICE:

We consider our primary duty is to provide the most reliable information possible to our clients regardless of whether it puts some aspect of the industry in a less than flattering light.

This duty is also another reason why we will NEVER deliberately mislead you in order to sell something, promote an  agenda or for any other purpose.

Even though there is little consensus in the industry regarding many aspects pertaining to safety, government regulation, equipment pros/cons etc., and  we can always provide reasonable support for any of our contentions, it is not impossible for us to be mistaken regarding some conclusion or opinion.   Should we ever discover an error which is pertinent to you, we'll immediately inform you.

Equipment Problems:

Not only will we ALWAYS be willing to discuss in depth anything which we consider to be a "flaw" or disadvantage regarding ANY equipment (all have some), but we'll also especially go out of our way to make sure you're aware of any that may be pertinent if it involves a purchase through us.  Furthermore, because we have the most experience with the equipment we recommend the most, you can expect exceptional detail regarding any problems and/or potential problems in addition to its advantages.

Hidden Industry, Association and Local Kiters Agendas:

We never hesitate to provide interesting explanations unlikely to be found elsewhere regarding seemingly irrational and confusing trends, deceptive marketing practices, illogical safety and etiquette guidelines, etc. which you will encounter and may wish to better understand. 

2.     Discounted EXTRA Lessons:

Save up to 40% on extra lessons with your option to purchase up to another 6 hours of private kitesurfing instruction at only $60/hour with a 2 hour minimum.   Although some industry hype alleges or implies that the basics can be learned within a few hours, most people find that their lesson time goes by very quickly and some can benefit with a few additional hours after using their initial 10 hours.  In these cases, this benefit provides an especially economical opportunity to receive additional instruction which might prove exceptionally timely and helpful.

3.     Discounted Equipment:

Although the main reason we sell equipment is to help you to easily get everything you need to start practicing as soon as possible, you'll also receive a discount of 15 - 25% on new equipment from Peter Lynn*, Flysurfer, Cabrinha, Ocean Rodeo, DaKine and other first-rate manufacturers. This discount is year round, not dependent on special "sales", and can save  you up to $500+. ** 

However, please note that you are NEVER under any obligation whatsoever to purchase items through us and we'll be glad to help in any way possible even if  you choose to buy from others the same products which we carry.

4.      Participation in our new RETURNABLE  KITE  PROGRAM  which is designed to maximize lesson productivity and value by enabling in between lesson practicing at minimal cost. 

 BEST  VALUE  10  HOUR  LESSON  PACKAGE
TERMS and CONDITIONS:

1.     All time and other benefits must be used within SIX (6) MONTHS
       
of the first lesson.

2.     All lessons must be a MINIMUM of 2 hours and may be increased in
        SCHEDULED 30 minute intervals.

3.     If a lesson goes over its scheduled time, the extra time used is 
        ROUNDED UP to the nearest 15 minutes.

4.     All lessons must be scheduled AT LEAST 24 hours in advance.

5.      Benefits are NOT  TRANSFERABLE.

6.      Benefits are NOT  REFUNDABLE.

7.      Lateness,  Cancellations, No Shows, etc. Please see our
        LATENESS / CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY.


* Although we almost always recommend Peter Lynn kites,  
you are welcome to select a Flysurfer, Cabrinha or Ocean Rodeo  
kite with bar and lines and/or harness and also receive  a 15%-25% discount.
**All equipment sales are subject to availability.


Please call us at
310 - 430 - KITE  (5483)
(or email us at info@malibukitesurfing.net
if you're not in the area) and 
we'll be glad to try to answer all your questions. 


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