Kitesurf Lessons

Starting at 230€/person

Kitesurf Lessons Essaouira

The spot at Essaouira, with its huge sandy beach, is a perfect place to learn kitesurfing.

All our Kitesurfing lessons are given by certified instructors only and are offered in several different languages.

In order to help you find the appropriate course for your level, we created the ION CLUB Product Finder. Check which skills you already have and the lesson finder will show you which course is best for you.

Our offers

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Kitesurf Discovery Course

Duration: 6 hours

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During this course, you will learn the very basics of kitesurfing

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from 340 € / Person

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Kitesurf Discover / Progression Combo

Duration: 12 hours

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Riding in both directions

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from 640 € / Person

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Kitesurf Progression Course

Duration: 6 hours / 3x 2 hours

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Waterstart and riding in both directions

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from 340 € / Person

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Kitesurf Independant Course

Duration: 6 hours/ 3x 2 hours

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Become an independant and safe kitesurfer

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from 340 € / Person

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Kitesurf Refresher Course

Duration: 2 hours

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Refresh your level

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from 120 € / Person

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Kitesurf Trick Time Course

Duration: 2hours

Objectives

Learn a new trick

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from 120 € / Person

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Kitesurf Foil Intro

Duration: 2 hours

Objectives

Learn how to fly with a Foil

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from 120 € / Person

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Kitesurf Foil Progression

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TRAVEL WITH OUR PARTNERS

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COURSE ORGANISATION AND SAFETY

We understand that besides professional tuition, the most important thing when it comes to learning to kitesurf is time to practise. This is why we organise all of our lessons in a way to maximise your time with the kite, without sacrificing your safety of course.

Here at the ION CLUB Essaouira, you won’t find large group lessons where 4 students or more are sharing one kite between each other. Whenever the conditions allow it, our instructors will make sure you have your own kite to practice, train, and make mistakes in a safe and protected environment.

In order to provide you with instant feedback especially during our advanced lesson program, our instructors use Radio Headsets enabling them to communicate with you while riding.

Flexibility

We understand that choosing a kitesurf lesson package from home might be difficult. Don´t worry! No matter which package you choose, if during the lesson the instructor realises that another package would be more suitable for you, you can always change that on site. You will never have to join a lesson, which actually doesn´t suit your expectations or level.

After every session your instructor will give you detailed feedback and recommendation on how to continue – no matter which course you initially booked. Your success and progress is all that matters to us!

A word about

ION CLUB Essaouira

Essaouira is a coastal city with beaches as far as the eye can see and counts amongst the "model destinations" for windsurfers, kitesurfers and surfers worldwide. The architecture of the old town is strongly influenced by Portuguese, French, and Berber culture. The massive appearance of the walls gives the city a mystical sublimity and explains it’s original name “Mogador“ – small fortress.

Essaouira is a perfect all-round spot, with great conditions for windsurfers, Kitesurfers, and Surfers alike. The wind blows side shore from the right and especially during the summer months, the steady trade winds get reinforced by the thermic and often reach up to 6-7 Bft.

Our ION CLUB Center in Essaouira is situated around 20 minutes walk from the Medina and offers beside the latest equipment from Duotone, Fanatic, and ION all facilities you could wish for.

The Ocean Vagabond Restaurant and Bar next door, takes care of hungry and thirsty Surfers and offers sunbeds to relax on the terrace.

👉 See the center

BEST PERIODS

May, June, July, August

WIND

The wind blows sideshore from the right. Some days it is a bit gusty and turns slightly offshore at wind speeds of more than 7 Beaufort. Between June and August the thermal enforces the trade wind, creating more challenging conditions for kitesurfers.

WAVES

Downwind of the centre, the wave conditions are particularly great in spring and autumn (1-2 meters). Due to the strong wind, the waves are slightly smaller from mid June to August (0.5-1 meters). Beginners and speed surfers are in good hands further upwind of the bay.

HOW TO GET TO ESSAOUIRA ?

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From Marrakesh

Leave the airport and follow the road to the city center. On the first cross, you can see the sign "Essaouira" on the left side. Follow the road about 170 km till you arrive in Essaouira. The roads are well repaired and the trip will take you about 2 hours.  When you arrive in Essaouira you take the coast street with the ocean on your left side. Follow this road till you see the ION CLUB Center. The center is built out of wood with blue and white colors and is called “Ocean Vagabond”.

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From Agadir

Leave the airport and take the road to the city center. When you arrive at the main coast street you will see the sign “Essaouira". Follow this road about 180 km. It will take about 3 hours because there are a lot of turns in the road. When you arrive at the first crossing in Essaouira, go straight to the coast street, you will find ION CLUB Center on your left in the blue and white chalet called “Ocean Vagabond”.

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Boulevard Mohammed V, Essaouira 44000, Morocco

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

International Customer Service Live Chat

Monday to Friday, 09.30 - 18.00
Contact live support

FAQ

Frequently asked questions
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Center Essaouira

7/7 days, 10.00 - 16.30

+212 6 18 16 84 72
essaouira@ion-club.net
or Whatsapp

International Bookings

Monday to Friday, 09.30 - 14.00
+49(881) 9254960
bookings@ion-club.net

A story of pioneer since 1985

YEARS EXPERIENCE

COUNTRIES

CENTERS

Sports

YEARS EXPERIENCE

COUNTRIES

CENTERS

SPORTS

The story of the ION CLUB tells of people who have turned their passion for windsurfing and kitesurfing into a profession. Since its founding in 1985, customer orientation, team spirit, innovation and professionalism have been the top priorities of our corporate philosophy.
The ION CLUB / Club Mistral has gained a lot of experience in the 30 years of its existence and has developed more and more into a company that focuses on communicating with guests and fulfilling their needs and wishes.
With 16 water sports schools worldwide, we are one of the leading companies in this field. ION CLUB has a network of international partners in different countries. We strive to be international and multicultural and express this through the selection of our employees, who currently come from 24 different countries.

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