IKO-certified instruction for beginners, intermediates, and advanced riders. Small groups, professional equipment, and the best wind on the north shore.
KiteDR is an IKO-certified kiteboarding school on Kite Beach in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. All lessons follow the IKO (International Kiteboarding Organisation) curriculum and are taught by Bryan Betances Martinez, IKO-certified instructor. The beginner course is 9 hours delivered over 3 to 4 days, covering kite theory, safety, body dragging, water starts, and first independent rides. Maximum 2 students per instructor. All equipment is included.
All equipment is included. You just need to show up ready to learn.
The complete beginner-to-rider pathway. IKO Level 1 structure, delivered over 3 to 4 days so each skill has time to bed in before you add the next.
Already up and riding but hitting a wall with upwind riding, transitions, or confidence in stronger winds? Supervised sessions with in-water coaching.
Structured progression for riders who want to start jumping, looping, or working towards unhooked tricks. Filmed so you can see exactly what to fix.
We run dedicated kids lessons for children aged 7 and up. Our instructors adapt the IKO curriculum for younger students, smaller kites, one-on-one sessions, and a pace that keeps things fun rather than frustrating.
Every lesson follows the International Kiteboarding Organisation's structured curriculum, the global standard for safe, effective instruction.
Kite theory, wind windows, safety releases, and equipment setup. You understand everything before you touch the water.
Control the kite in the water without a board. Build power management and directional instinct in a safe, low-consequence environment.
Board recovery, foot placement, edge, and your first real ride. You'll be up and going in the same session.
Sunscreen, water, a swimsuit, and a positive attitude. We provide all kite equipment, board, harness, and safety gear. Rash guards are recommended, you can also pick one up in our shop.
Not as much as people think. Modern kites do most of the work. A reasonable level of fitness helps, but you don't need to be an athlete. Most students in good health can complete the beginner course comfortably.
We monitor conditions closely. If the wind isn't safe or suitable, we'll reschedule at no charge. Cabarete rarely has long windless spells, so delays are uncommon.
We recommend booking at least a week ahead in high season (December to August). Last-minute spots sometimes open up, message us on WhatsApp for availability.
Yes. Once you've completed your beginner course, equipment hire is available for independent riding on Kite Beach. Rates on request.
