At high tide, the beach is shaped by pebbles and during low tide by sand. There is a great variety of weathers and wind directions, but a north west wind on an ebbing tide is the perfect combination for kitesurfing. Wind is mostly thermal, with medium force (16 – 25 kn/30-46.3 kph) and main direction NorthEast. Findhorn beach is ideal for Freestyle/Freeride. The currents may be usually 1-2 kn/1.8-3.7 kph but can be tricky so you need to be careful, especially if you are a newbie.
There are two pubs offering good food and the latter provides also accommodation. If you prefer more variety of choice, Burghead village is very close to the beach. Careful of sharp mussel, arriving from the river Findhorn and also the quick changing tides, which can catch you out, if the wind drops.
The first two days of this course follow the same outline as the 1 and 2 day courses (above) and it then offers another full day on the board to really master the board start and go on to controlled edging, upwind riding and turns. If you’re keen to take up the sport we recommend the three day kitesurfing lesson as it gives the time to become confident and independent.
Course duration: 18 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
As well as beginner courses we also offer more advanced coaching sessions. Have you ever found that you come back from a session having just cruised up and down without trying out anything new? With an experienced coach by your side to push you and impart their knowledge to aid your progression you will improve quicker than expected! We run both intermediate and advanced coaching days.
Course duration: 3-4 hours
All Equipment, including safety is supplied in the kite landboarding lessons:
Bring a study pair of shoes, sunglasses, sun cream and warm clothing if it is cold.
Post lesson discount vouchers for equipment we offer are available.
Course duration: 4 hours
Summer/Autumn 2017-2018
Europe
River Rafting, Wind Tunnel Flying & Outdoor activities in Bedford, United Kingdom.
July 2017-2018, October 2017-2018. 3 Days – air travel not included.
The huge benefit of stand up paddle surfing over regular surfing is that much smaller less steep waves are catchable before they break, and as the boards are much more stable it is easier to pick up. Additionally, as you start in a standing position, there is no popping up onto the SUP, while the paddle can be used for extra stability and drive on the wave.
Camber offers some for stand up paddle surfing with both small and big waves.
Course Duration: 2 hours
This course is aimed at kitesurfers that have already had some kitesurfing lessons such as a 2 or 3 day course and would like some more tuition to master their board starts and controlled riding. The lesson is 100% practical and the whole time is spent with the board.
Course duration: 5 hours
All included + post course handout pack.
The one day kitesurfing course is aimed at complete beginners and a great introduction to the sport. Initially learning the fundamentals and kite control whilst covering safety, site assessments, and kite set ups, then moving into the water for body dragging and self rescue techniques.The course is 90% practical and brilliant fun!!!
Course Duration: 6 hours total.
All included + post course handout pack.
Brief theory & safety covering the sea / river, weather & local sites
SUP equipment
Stance and Balance
Paddling styles
Paddle strokes & techniques
Board control & steering
Paddle and board stability
Once you have learnt the SUP basics you can progress onto the river tours or wave surfing lesson:
Course Duration: 2 hours
Our zero to hero course takes you from a complete beginner to a confident kitesurfer able to continue the sport independently. The first 3 days cover a similar syllabus to the 1, 2 and 3 day kitesurfing courses (above) with the following 2 days moving on to advanced equipment tuning, detailed theory, board control in various conditions & freestyle techniques including basic jumps.
Course duration: 30 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
The two day course is aimed at complete beginners with the 1st day the same as the 1 day lesson (above). The second day of this course goes on to cover more complex bodydragging techniques, board starts and continuous riding while keeping the power in the kite.100% practical and great as a weekend break.
Course duration: 12 hours total
All included + post course handout pack.
If you want to live the most exciting summer season, Port Aransas is the most appropriate place to visit. It is situated north of Padre Island. Although it is one of the longest barrier islands along the Texas coast, Port Aransas provides the best conditions for many activities. The fact that it has great historical significance, makes this place always busy.
Sesimbra is a sunbathed municipality, located on Setubal Bay, at about half an hour away from Lisbon. Forming a natural harbor as it is positioned in the mouth of Sado River, the sea is rich with fish, especially swordfish and is known for its professional and sport fishing activities.
The Magdalen Islands or "I'les de Madeleine" in French form a small archipelago in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, with a land area of 205.53 km²/79.35 mi². Closer to Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, the Magdalen Islands constitute part of the Canadian Province of Quebec.
Biloxi is now the fifth largest city in the state of Mississippi. It has many islands spread into the Gulf of Mexico and it counts many casinos and resort hotels. The city of Biloxi provides many recreational activities in numerous facilities, among them parks, playgrounds, walking tracks, tennis and basketball courts.
Moorea is a magical volcanic island with stunning landscapes, located in French Polynesia in the South Pacific Ocean. Situated about 9 mi /17 km northwest of Tahiti, Moorea has a unique shape and boasts vertical mountains and green meadows, covered with lush nature, as well as a breathtaking coastline with pristine sandy beaches.
Yallingup beach, in Margarets River Area and close to Dunsborough, is a great surfing spot, suitable for all level of kite-surfers but intermediate practitioners will enjoy it most.
Nevis Range is a ski resort in Scotland, situated at about 6 mi/10 km of Fort William, the largest town in the Highlands. The fact that Fort William is located at the foot of Aonach Mor, the 8th highest mountain in the United Kingdom, makes its topography a really unique setting. In addition, the stunning surrounding area with mountains, forests, sea lochs and of course the Caledonial Canal provide a great resource for outdoor activity opportunities.
Just 47.2 mi/76 km in the north of Aberdeen city, there is a friendly kite place called Boyndie Bay.
Findhorn river will give you a perfect combination of extreme white water kayaking, as it is one of the most famous destinations, due to its massive drop gradient of 152 m/500 ft.
Pennan is a small fishing settlement, located at 70 km/43 mi away from Aberdeen city.
Burghead bay is a very long beach, extended from Burghead village up to Findhorn. This beach is ideal for kite-surfing.
Cairngorm Mountain's ski resort is one of the three sites for skiboarding, available in Aberdeenshire.
Torrisdale bay represents an isolated diamond spot, located in Northern Scotland. The bay combines water-sport activity like windsurfing with sight seeing in the magnificent highlands. Always prepare yourself for rough weather conditions.
Select this isolated destination for rock climbing and enjoy the scenery of the Cairngorms park. Main advantage of the site is that it allows climbing even where everywhere else is wet.
