Hispaniola Kiteschool
Hispaniola Kiteschool is located on Kitebeach in Portillo, Las Terrenas. Whether you have never kited or are already jumping we will take you to the next level! Fritz’s teaching methodology focuses on positive affirmation in a safe and secure learning environment.
Welcome to Kite Paradise!
Best kiteboarding school for beginners and advanced. We have more than 10 years of teaching experience.
We provide private and small group lesson options to suit the needs of every kiteboarder. We offer lessons in Spanish, English and French to kiters of all ages and skill levels. Lessons range in sessions from 1-3 hours. Whether you have never kited or are already jumping we will take you to the next level!
Fritz’s teaching methodology focuses on positive affirmation in a safe and secure learning environment.
Kitesurfing is a wonderful sport, adrenaline and fun packed, where everything has to be done in due time. We will follow you in a step by step progression, which will allow you to face each level only when you are ready for it. Rest assured, trust us: the safest method is also the quickest way to learn this sport effectively!
Because safety comes first, and we never fail to remind ourselves of it during our courses.
We follow and teach by IKO’s standards to ensure that you receive safe and proper instruction. You’re in good hands with Fritz, a level two IKO certified instructor with over 1000+ hours of teaching and the others teachers at Hispaniola Kiteschool.
Kitebeach Las Terrenas
Our Instructors
Our IKO certified instructors organise kitesurfing courses for any level, be it beginners, intermediate or advanced.
Fritz’s teaching methodology focuses on positive affirmation in a safe and secure learning environment.
The Beach
Most likely, during the duration of your course at Hispaniola kiteschool you will find yourself practicing both in medium-light wind conditions, using larger kites, and in medium-strong wind conditions, thus using smaller kites. Not only the wind will be different: you will find yourself practicing in flat water conditions for some days and in conditions with some waves on other days.
Practice
It is precisely this that differentiates a beginner or a kiter who learns kitesurfing in Hispaniola Kiteschool from those who learn in other places: to become an independent kiter it is essential to confront different conditions, and then be ready to face them effectively when by your side there will be no more instructors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about kitesurfing with Hispaniola Kiteschool? Learn more about our courses, services, the beach and lovely las Terrenas.
The northern part of the Dominican Republic is one of the few places in the world where there is wind almost all year round. In the Kite Beach El Portillo we have great statistics 10 months of the year . Months with the best statistics (over 75% of lift days) are: March, April, May, June and July.
Generally during the year the wind blows at speeds between 12 and 24 knots . It is lighter in December to March period and stronger from April till August.
We recommend bringing two kites to adapt to different winds:
- Weight more than 85kg: 14m + 10m
- Weight 75 kg: 12m + 9m.
- Wieght 60 kg: 11m + 8m .
You can also rent one of our kites! We have all sizes.
The water temperature in El Portillo lagoon ranges from 24-30C depending on the time of year. The water surface is generally flat, with some low waves at high tide. The water is shallow for a short strech, then becomes too deep to stand.
Like every lagoon, El Portillo is separated from the open ocean by a reef. The reefs are easily visible and easy to avoid.
The el Portillo lagoon has the best wind directly and the flattest water, so it the best for learning. Punta Poppy and Playa Coson are also popular, but for more advanced riders.
The wind direction and flat water in las Terrenas is perfect for learning, and more favorable for beginners than Cabarete.
Yes, it is. IKO, or the International Kiteboarding Organization is the worlds largest Kite organisation and establishes quality and safety standards for kiteschools aroud the world.
As an affiliates kiteboarding school, this means that we are committed to high quality standards and safety procedures for the development of the sport and the training of kiters.