WHAT DO WE PROVIDE :
KITE - BOARD - HARNESS - HELNET . We also provide complimentary wetsuits Heatseekerd, ( neoprene skins) and waterbooties upon availability sizes & stock.

However you can also buy all those items at the school, if you feel like using your own stuff. Just indicate us your size when reserving your lesson.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:
uA pair of booties or water-shoes( if you want to use your own), although we have very cool Neil pryde Kitebooties for sale.
uSunglasses with a strap (so you don't lose them!)since we spend most of the time looking at the sky!
uSunscreen (very important in Miami & during all year
uYour Personal MKB Training Card, that should have been given to you if you already started lessons with us.
uEnthusiasm with a smile
However, should you not have some items listed, our school shop carries the latest kite-specific items you may need for your lessons just visit our school shop page.

OTHER NEEDS:
Call us if you require arrangements for your stay; we can help you find accommodations for all budgets either in Key biscayne on the same island or in South beach or Downtown miami. Prices vary from $30/night in an hostel to $200/night at the Ritz Carlton key Biscayne/ Vacations home and appartmernt are also available for familly or groups.
Pick up and drop off available upon request in the Miami area price is $20.00

WHERE WE MEET:
Directly on the beach in Crandon Park North Entrance .
To get to crandon Park: Pass the Miami seaquarium drive over a small bridge, let crandon marina on your right. 1/2 mile later you will see the Golf Course entrance on your right. Turn left just opposite of it at the sign "North Beach". Enter the park , pay the $5 at the booth, and go park to the most left of the parking, then just walk to the beach. This is Kite Beach: for advanced riders only ( level 3 Iko Certification card required).You will board our boat anchored outside the motor exclusion limits ( shallow water all the way).

FREQUENTLY ASKED / ANSWERED QUESTIONS:

uHOW EASY IS IT ?
No, you won't jump on your 1st lesson ! as we often hear that question. However it is easier to learn that it may looks like and jumping is not a big deal at all. But spins and loops will come later.

Learning to kitesurf requires necesary skills before you can go on your own on the board and with your gear: Proper kite Piloting, Understanding the wind window, the equipment, Adequate location & Wind conditions, Know & practice all the safety procedures, Control of the kite power and board in the water etc... all those topics are taught systematically during your lessons to build you as a safe , independant, and responsible kitesurfer. After it's all fun and enthusiasm.

u WHO CAN DO IT ?
Men AND WOMEN .from 8 to 75 + year old ! yes ! Kitesurfing doesn't require more muscles or strenght than any other watersports. You just need to feel in shape, be comfortable in the water , ( we can provide life jackets) and be enthusiast . Now, the learning curve will depend of your sport background , but whatever sedentary or active lifestyle you may have , it doesn't prevent anybody from learning .

Minors must be accompagnied by legal representant to sign the waiver on the first day.

u WHY TAKING LESSONS ?
For your safety, AND OTHERS around you , to save you time and energy , To turn you into a smart kitesurfer aware of the rules, guidelines and danger of the sport. Basically , to guide you through a fun and successfull experience that worth your investment.

Tyipically, You may spend days or weeks of frustration and big sweat when learning on your own or with unproper teaching , OR you can get all dialed up and mastered quickly, easlily , hassle and worry-free by undergoing professional lessons with a CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR. Always check the certification level of your teacher, there are too many Out-of-their-trunk, improvised "kite teachers" appealed by the EZ cash they can make , when most of them will provide you with wrong kite size , inadequate location, without respecting a thorough and safe lesson plan and safety procedures, Not even mentionning the liability insurance or legal aspects if any accident occur during your lessons.Be aware: the sport involves Liability !

u WHICH LESSONS PACKAGES ?
We recommend minimum the 6 or 9 Hours Packages to allow enough time to get the necessary coordination, reflexes and comfort that will help you getting up on the board easier. But you will still need more practice or guidance after.

Although each person learn at a various pace, usually Kids, wakeboarders, advanced windsurfers, may get their first waterstart in 3 to 6 hours. However average students needs between 6 to 15 hours to standing up and ride downwind on the board. Just come and try it and judge by yourself , and we will gladly upgrade your package at the end of your 1st lesson if you decide for more.

uOPEN HOURS ?
We are open and teach 7 days a week according to weather conditions . We are eiher at the MKB Trailer on the parking ( can't miss it !) or at the MKB booth on the beach.

uWHAT TIME ARE LESSONS SCHEDULED ?
Lessons are given from morning to sunset . Usually at 10 am and 2 pm. But we can schedule lessons from as early as 8am up to 6pm. It all varies upon the wind conditions, the tide and your level, your availability. We are very flexible and can arrange lessons to match your Hours if you are very busy.To be ARRANGED with Charlotte, our secretary.

uWEATHER & CONFIRMATION ? Minimum wind required is 8 knots.We stopped teaching at 25 kts +- Check the forecast on our wind page, then call us to schedule lessons.

As a rules of thumb it's always recommended to call before your lesson to confirm time and weather conditions.

uWEEKENDS ? The week-ends are obviously more busy: make sure you reserve your lesson at least 2 days in advance.Lessons prepaid online or with a 30% deposit are booked in priority.

POLICIES(See more)

uAll Payments to be made before the Lessons.

uWeek packages must be pre-booked with a 30% deposit.

uCANCELLATION CHARGES or NO SHOW: If you prepaid and reserved a package and you cancel 2 days prior to the lesson a full refund will be made. For cancellations one day before the lesson 15% of the package will apply and will be deducted from your deposit. Cancellation or NO SHOW received will be charged a FULL HOUR ( $100)

NO-SHOW : if you were scheduled for lesson and do not show up without notification : 1 HOUR WILL BE COUNTED 1 HOURS ON YOUR EXISTING PACKAGE , as your instrcutor was here and we lost other students potentially available .

uIf the lesson can not be run because lack of wind or weather condition, the lesson will be postponed.The school can't be held responsible for weather conditions, and Instructors are sole judges and authorities to conduct or not their lessons for the safety of our students.If lesson can not be rescheduled an alternative watersport activity will be suggested either SAILING -WAKEBOARDING or JETSKI . If alternative watersport is refused a 15% administration fee will be kept and deducted from your deposit .