What kinds of coaching do you offer?
We run kitesurf coaching sessions focused on:
- Level 1 - Freeride : polish your fundamentals and explore new ground — pop, toeside, blind, slides, foil, strapless. Each one widens your range, for more style and more ease, whether you are aiming at jumping or at freer riding.
- Level 2 - Old School : build speed and amplitude, then grow your repertoire with rotations, grabs, one-foots and board-offs — moves that ask for more commitment and prepare the step up to Big Air.
- Level 3 - Big Air : unlock your potential. Master the preload pop, add loops to your tricks, explore new variations on your rotations and fly your kite in strong wind. The playground of the adrenaline addicts.
How much do coaching sessions cost?
Freeride/Old School/Big Air coaching (2 hours): €140 per person
- Groups of 4 people maximum.
- Session with radio communication.
- Session filmed, with video analysis and theory.
- You can take your videos away with you.
Online coaching (1 hour): €50 per person
- By video call, with screen sharing.
5-session package (2 hours each): €650 per person
- Same terms as one-to-one coaching.
Kite-specific strength training (1 hour): €20 per person
- Groups of 10 people maximum.
- Includes work on proprioception, joint stability, explosiveness, motor coordination, isometrics/core and flexibility.
What level do I need for a coaching session?
Sessions are for kitesurfers who can ride upwind and make transitions.
What gear do I need for the sessions?
We recommend bringing your own kite, board, harness and bar, so you build your reference points on your own gear. You will also need:
- A helmet: to protect your head from impacts.
- An impact vest: to protect your ribs and add buoyancy.
Where do the coaching sessions take place?
Around Leucate, depending on the wind and the day's conditions: on the lagoons (Parc des Dosses, the military base at Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque, La Palme), at the mouth of the Agly and at sea (Canet beach, Le Rouet beach, La Vieille Nouvelle). All the spots are on the spot map.
How do I book a session?
You can book your session by contacting us on WhatsApp at +33 7 88 06 91 10 (our preferred channel) or by email at contact@bigaircoaching.com.
Do sessions include video analysis?
Yes. Every session includes 30 minutes of video analysis, so you can watch yourself ride and pinpoint what to improve.
Do you run kitesurf-specific strength training?
Yes. We run strength sessions built around proprioception, joint stability, explosiveness, motor coordination, isometrics/core work and flexibility, to improve your riding and help prevent injury.
How large can a coaching group be?
Coaching sessions are limited to 4 people maximum, so everyone gets personal attention. Strength sessions can take up to 10 people.
Can I take away the videos of my sessions?
Yes, you can take away the videos of your riding for personal use.
Is coaching open to me if I cannot jump yet?
The minimum level to start is being able to ride upwind and link transitions — you do not need to jump already. Jumping and tricks come next, as you move from Level 1 (Freeride) to Level 3 (Big Air).
Is freeride coaching right for me if I do not want to do aerial tricks?
Yes. Beyond jumping, kitesurfing opens a whole world to explore: foil, strapless, and plenty of moves such as toeside, blind or slides, none of which require a jump. Coaching adapts to your goal, not only to the road towards Big Air.
How long does it take to go from Freeride to Big Air?
There is no fixed timeframe—it depends on the individual student: their practice frequency, natural rate of progress, and willingness to take technical risks. Some progress quickly with dedication, while others prefer to consolidate each stage before moving forward.