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Kiteboarding Lessons
You’ve got to start sometime. Our top notch team of international certified IKO instructors are ready to help take you from zero to hero or help refine the skills you already have. Kiteboarding is seriously addictive but requires a good knowledge of safety and the ability to troubleshoot. Our lessons give you that and more. Make it happen. There’s no time like the present.
From $175 per hour / min 2 hours
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Experience
Kiteboarding in the Turks and Caicos Islands has become synonymous as a top world class destinations. The weather, the water and the wind make these islands an ideal place for the experienced rider looking for untapped spots to session all day, and for the complete beginner to start the amazing journey. The possibilities are truly endless: Protected bays, flat water stashes, waves, miles and miles of empty beaches with perfect sand make these islands a kiteboarder’s dream.
Our kite program became a natural extension of our love for exploring, teaching and show casing these islands. The sport dovetails perfectly with our other activities allowing us to offer you another option when perhaps it is too windy to paddle or too rough to dive. With kiteboarding there is always something to do. Learning to kite here or experiencing a session here is a must. Our home ticks all the boxes from beginner to pro. Come and join us on the water.
Instructors, guides and team riders
We have a core group of 5 IKO instructors, male and female, with amazing kite, watersport and athletic backgrounds all of who love to teach and share their passion. Our aim is to make sure you have the safest and most exhilarating experience on and off the water while learning or progressing in this wonderful sport.
Like all our programs and activities, safety is our number one priority. With almost 25 years in the industry we use all our experience to make solid judgment calls based on conditions and the student or rider. We don’t push you and are happy to wait for the right moment. Communication is key, both yours and ours. We want you to have the best time possible.
Prior Experience
You need to be comfortable in the water and able to swim to take lessons. An open mind and a calm attitude are the best assets you can bring to your first lessons.
Prior water sports experience can help as can other board sports, but not always. The bottom line is you will get wet, you will get wet, very wet and salty. If it were really easy everyone would be doing it. Trial and error is a huge part of the learning curve at every step of the way.
Away from Long Bay it is highly advised that riders can troubleshoot, perform self rescues, make deep water starts and assess conditions and correct gear choice.
Riding in off shore wind conditions is best done with a buddy and even then riders must decide whether they can swim back and completely release themselves from their kite – not always the best or only choice but risk assessment is a fundamental aspect to making safe choices when kite boarding. Bottom line – we are here to help.
Instruction & Courses
We will either pick you up at your hotel or meet you on the beach ready to take you through your first steps or help push you to greater heights.
There are many ways to learn kiting. The bottom line is to be a safe kite boarder. Be able to make good assessments, good decisions based on wind and weather as well as personal experience while be aware of one’s surroundings both launch and land areas as well as other people.
The most comprehensive way to learn is to go through our 3 step process below which is a 6-7 hour learning curve. There is no guarantee you will be up and riding at the end, as this always comes down to the individual’s ability, but what you will have is all the knowledge to learn safely and go out there and make your own mistakes but in a safe way.
If time is of the essence then for sure our most popular course is the way to go. Bear in mind that it is a condensed course designed to get you in the water and on a board quickly. It is highly recommended that if you end up loving the sport, to come back to us for a course to focus on SAFETY systems, troubleshooting and self-rescue.
5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands
1. Turks and Caicos and Long Bay in particular, is, hands down, the best place on the planet to learn kiteboarding. Its’ shallow warm waters are blessed with year round cross on shore trade winds on a perfect beach with waist deep water.
5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands
2. We teach kiteboarding throughout the year except for September and October when there is little or no wind.
5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands
3. June, July and August are 3 of the best months to ride. It’s warm, we get wonderful breezy tradewinds and it stays light until way past 7.30 pm.
5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands
4. Winter winds (Jan-Mar) are often stronger and for seasoned riders we often get waves on the north shore.
5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands
5. Our downwinders explore terrain that is simply phenomenal. Perfect for groups of relatively experienced kiters (those who can water launch and ride up wind comfortably).
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5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands1. Turks and Caicos and Long Bay in particular, is, hands down, the best place on the planet to learn kiteboarding. Its’ shallow warm waters are blessed with year round cross on shore trade winds on a perfect beach with waist deep water.
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5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands2. We teach kiteboarding throughout the year except for September and October when there is little or no wind.
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5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands3. June, July and August are 3 of the best months to ride. It’s warm, we get wonderful breezy tradewinds and it stays light until way past 7.30 pm.
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5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands4. Winter winds (Jan-Mar) are often stronger and for seasoned riders we often get waves on the north shore.
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5 things to know about Kiteboarding in
the Turks and Caicos Islands5. Our downwinders explore terrain that is simply phenomenal. Perfect for groups of relatively experienced kiters (those who can water launch and ride up wind comfortably).
Current wind conditions
Wind & Conditions
The conditions are ideal for learning and teaching with waist deep water, side onshore trade winds and lots and lots of space. 90% of all our kiteboarding lessons and instruction take place on the island of Providenciales at Long Bay Beach, just east of the Shore Club. Low tides are optimum for most instruction situations, although more advanced students who no longer need to be able to stand in the water are sometimes taught mid tide.
Consistent NE Trade Winds
The NE trade winds typically blow from about mid November, through until mid August with wind speeds ranging from 12 – 20+ knots suitable for 9m -12m kite sizes. The whole of the south side of Provo is essentially side onshore, perfect for flat water learning, boosting and tricks, while Grace Bay and the outer reefs are great for kitesurfing and is best sampled by seasoned riders, kite surfers and foilers comfortable troubleshooting and water starting in deep water – too deep to stand in.
Westerly Frontal Systems
Coming from the continental US frontal systems can bring some really strong winds and steam in from the NW, meaning Grace Bay is now on shore, with sand bars and reefs covered in ramps.
There are so many backcountry stashes on Provo, around Provo and on other islands that to list them here would be almost endless. If you want to try a new place just call us. We have 3 main options easy to get to and amazing to experience, from mangroves, to flat-water heaven to out island paradises..
Tides & Currents
Tides play a massive role in all aspects of kiting here, especially in the really cool spots, like the reefs, the slicks and the shallows. Sometimes only a high tide will suffice and sometimes only a low tide works.
Currents due to tidal movement also have a great affect on the surface conditions but also the apparent wind so be aware, ask around, better still ask us.
What to bring with you
Hat
A hat is always a good idea
when on the ocean
Go Pro
Once up and riding,
it’s time to take a selfie!
Water
H20, Drink, Drink, Drink.
Stay hydrated.
Necky
neckies are another great way to protect your neck and face by offering total block protection. We have super cool ones as well.
Rashguard
The best sun protection is to block UV rays. Our sun shirts are ideal for this
Sunglasses
Wear sunglasses, which will protect your eyes from the sun’s glare. Polarized sunglasses will also help you view marine life under the water.
Sun Screen
Protect your lips, ears and other extremities but please use 100% bio-degradeable only
How to get to kitebeach for lessons and riding
Free shuttle and pick up service: If you are staying at a resort in the Grace Bay area, we will pick you up and take you to Long Bay for your lessons.
Taxi: All the taxis know where the Shore Club entrance is. You would just tell them Long Bay Beach, through the Shore Club Entrance.
Driving to Long Bay from West side of the island or Grace Bay: Get to the Leeward Highway, the main road running the stretch of the island. Go east (away from the airport).
Follow this road through the last round about where the road turns to single lane.
Keep going and watch for a large entrance into the area called the Shore Club. Turn into the Shore Club entrance. Go to the end and turn right, then there will be an immediate left.
You will see a beach entrance sign and a parking area. Park where you can. Don’t leave any valuables in the car. Head to the beach access and you will see Big Blue immediately to your left.
“If you’re in for an epic adventure… then surround yourself with inspiring people that know what they’re doing. Nothing but good vibes and beautiful nature. Big Blue goes above and beyond to make things happen the right way. I can’t wait to be back. Thanks guys. ENJOY!”.
Ruben Lenten
Pro kiter, RedBull athlete, King of the Air
“Turks and Caicos is a kiteboarders paradise. If you like flat water, blue seascapes and endless mangrove trails you will love Turks & Caicos. The Big Blue team know every nook and cranny on the islands and are the go-to guys for any and all watersport needs. Thanks for showing us around guys, look forward to coming back real soon!”
Jake Kelsic
Pro Kiter, Tona kites
“Wow. Where do I start? Turks and Caicos are such a special and unique place. It really stood out as a destination I want to keep coming back to. Wildlife, epic downwinders, crystal clear water and every shade of blue you can imagine! The locals are very friendly and Big Blue knows how to help make your stay one to remember”
Andre ‘Dre’ Phillip
Pro Kiter, Owner of Tona Kites, World renowned grounbreaking freestyler
- 680kc
We toured with Kim who is unbelievably knowledgeable and passionate about the Turks and Caicos Islands. She was wonderfully personable and we so enjoyed our tour. This is our third... read more
1/09/2021raudyjflat Had a blast! Our Captain Cole and Dive instructor Kevin were the best! We have two teenage boys with very limited experience and despite the flare up of... read more
1/09/2021ElegantGlobeTrotter1 The young Brit driving the boat was inappropriate and vulgar. His disgusting comment on a fine meal he had in a local restaurant was completely out of line and... read more
1/06/2021 - Jennifer S We just finished two private charters with big blue in the new year. Both were fantastic! The crew and staff and great to work with and the food... read more
1/06/2021968toddr Our group of 6 did the mangrove paddle board tour. Our tour guide Brendan was great and was very informative and friendly. The paddle boarding was easier then... read more
12/30/2020doulosmg What a great experience. Seeing the wildlife in the mangroves was unique and very informative. Charlie had a great depth of knowledge about the area and sea life and was... read more
12/25/2020 - ldportman Incredible full-day private charter on the Serenity. SCUBA diving was outstanding (including a close encounter with a pod of dolphins); we visited a secluded beach for snorkeling; and chef-prepared lunch... read more
12/24/2020colemoreano13 Our group completed a snorkel and small scuba session with Big Blue. It was the best day of our trip and starts with the service of the staff. Collin and... read more
12/22/2020Mona B It was one Birthday Club experience that will go down in the history books for us! Just fun as you can image with 5 of us 6 birthday girls... read more
12/14/2020 - I5438DMmikel We made 3 separate trips to this place to try and rent kayaks to go to the mangroves, Iguana island and Half Moon Bay. They were certainly less than... read more
12/09/2020davidlJ2289VM Kite surfing with "insert name" was better than expected. At first, I was nervous about going into the water because I am not the best swimmer. However, our... read more
12/02/2020girlat30m We once again had the best private boat trip with Big Blue! We work w them every time we are on island and trust no one more to provide us... read more
11/25/2020 - tarek4 My friend and I rented a kayak for two weeks and camped in the uninhabited islands of TCI. The crew at Big Blue Collective were diligent, careful and professional. They... read more
11/24/2020Nicktravelsalot Great tour of Mangrove Cay, Little Water (iguana) Cay, and Half-Moon Bay. Our guide pointed out sea turtles, jellyfish, and even a stingray. He knows the area very well and... read more
11/23/2020nathang748 Our boat crew for the day were Cole and Jake, both of whom have a great knowledge of the marine life and the best spots to catch a glimpse of... read more
11/23/2020 - MKruck19 We had a great afternoon on the world cat with Big Blue Collective. Our group had shrunk a bit due to work commitments, and they were so accommodating in putting... read more
11/22/2020350rileyh My family loved the Kayak Eco Tour! Breadlyn was a great guide - very knowledgeable about the ecology and history of the mangroves and Iguana Island. He made sure to... read more
11/21/2020803curtd Great day and experience! Colin, Breadlyn and Amanda were excellent. The snorkeling, information, food and views were all spectacular with great focus on water and COVID safety. We... read more
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