Learn to SUP and Kitesurf with Zumosurf

Zumosurf is bases in Skerries north county Dublin. We run professional kitesurf and SUP course. Gary has been a qualified instructor since 2001 (IKO) currently a senior (BKSA) Instructor.

All are instructors are Also (BKSA) qualified. Our location is ideal as we have a choice of beaches to use depending on the wind direction.

COURSES

Half Day Kitesurfing Taster (3 hours) €99

These are the ideal way to decide if the sport is for you or not.  The aim of this course is introduce you to basic kite flying of land based foil kites, and learning to generate power safely – then to the water and using small kitesurfing kites to” body drag” in a controlled manner through the water.

Really great fun!  By the end you should have a really good idea if it is something you want to carry on with.

 

2 Day Learn to Kitesurf (4 x 3 hour sessions) €299

This is the minimum amount of time you can complete the full course for most students (some may require additional lessons. The aim or objective is to learn to be a safe independent kiter knowing your limitations of the gear you use and what conditions are suitable.  Areas covered are: Site assessment, learning to rig and fly land and water based kites, Safety/ release mechanisms and how to use them. Relaunching kite from water, Body dragging , self rescue and waterstarts – up and going on the Board !. (this is a small sample of many topics to be covered.

 

3 Day Learn to Kitesurf (6 x 3 hour sessions) €399

The aim or objective is to learn to be a safe independent kiter knowing your limitations of the gear you use and what conditions are suitable.  Areas covered are: Site assessment ,learning to rig and fly land and water based kites, Safety/ release mechanisms and how to use them. Relaunching kite from water, Body dragging , self rescue and waterstarts – up and going on the Board.
We will work on perfecting your technique on the board going upwind, and also try out different type’s of equipment to find what’s most suitable for you.

 

1:1 Kitesurf Private lessons (2 hours) €99.00

Available at all levels from complete beginner through to toeside riding, jumps, rotations and waveriding.

2 Hour SUP Mini Excursion (Adults) €49.95 per person

Imagine a sport that can be a relaxing cruise along the coastline taking in the wild-life and scenery at your own pace.
Stand Up Paddle boarding can be a thorough cardiovascular and overall work-out or as leisurely as you make it.
For myself I love the sensation of standing while paddling giving a much better perspective than when I kayak.

Stand up paddleboarding, or paddlesurfing, is the latest adrenaline water sport to hit the Irelands shores and there is no better place to try it out than at SUP the stunning East coast location of Skerries and its Islands. Lots of wild life can be seen on our trips Seals, Birdlife, and regularly porposeses are spotted.

Stand Up Paddlesurfing is a sport in which the basics can be learnt in 20 minutes and Its great way to enjoy the coastline or inland waterways even if you have never had a surf lesson. Also its now very possible to catch waves with ease on the East coast because of the boards larger size's.

SUP is also getting a lot of praise as a great form of cardiovascular crossover training and considered a great way to exercise and keep in shape even without riding in waves, even Cindy Crawford and jennifer anniston have been seen with a paddle!

You be taken very quickly through the basics of balance and how to paddle effectively
Also the safety aspects and then we will take you on a mini safari.

All equipment is supplied including wetsuit if you require it.
All our instructors are BSUPA.org.uk qualified.

 

What you need to bring on the Day

Shoes suitable for the beach (land based activities)

Warm waterproof/windproof clothes (land based activities)

Sunglasses

Towel and swim suit

Wetsuit and booties/ please contact us if you need a wetsuit. We can supply wetsuits if necessary but please give us notice!

Lunch and maybe and plenty of fluids (Flask with soup/Tea) for warmth

Sun cream-block.

You should have Reasonable fitness level and comfortable in the water .
We teach on a range of beaches which means we can teach in just about every wind direction – all we need is wind.

We use the latest and greatest kitesurfing / kiteboarding equipment which is all provided inclusive with the lesson - all you need is a positive attitude!!
If you own a wetsuit and kite specific harness, bring these as they may fit you better than our kit would.

 

Important! We allocate dates on a first come first serve basis and as kitesurfing is a weather dependant sport, dates may need to be adjusted If you have any questions please contact us!

 
Cancellation by Zumosurf

In the event of a lesson being cancelled , the customer may rebook at a later date within the validity period of the lesson voucher. We will only cancel if it is unsafe to do your lesson due to poor weather. Being a weather dependent sport, this does happen occasionally, though be assured we will rearrange your lesson as soon as possible.

Cancellation by the Customer

Lessons cancelled by the customer over 7 days before the lesson remain valid and may be rebooked at the next available date within the lesson vouchers validity period. Cancellations made by the customer within 7 days of the booked date will make your lesson voucher and full payment null and void. We will always respond asap to any cancellation to show we acknowledge a cancellation. Should you not receive a reply from us, please follow this up as if any cancellation isn’t received due to spam filters or incorrect email addresses the customer remains liable for their lesson, and you will loose your lesson entitlement.

Abandoned Courses

In the event of a course being abandoned, you will be offered the outstanding time at a future date within the twelve month period

Course will be re booked at a suitable date for the customer.
All lessons must be fully paid before commencing.