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Martine Langelier
Highly recommended!! - 24/05/18
Manuel Bleiker
Best Place for kiteboarding in Ecuador!!! - 29/07/18
Rowan Anders
Had an amazing time learning from Javier. He's an incredible instructor and super nice guy. - 29/07/18
- Mateo L
Ziemlich super! Great place to have fun! Ich habe in nur acht Stunden kitesurfen gelernt. Es war ziemlich super!!!! Der Lehrer war super freundlich. Ich empfehle dir die Schule I learned to Kite surf in only 8 hours. It was simply amazing. The teacher was very kind.... read more - 26/12/18
Steve Delony
My last day here at Kite Ecuador after nine days and have had the best time. Javier & the crew at Kite Ecuador are super friendly & welcoming on top of being great instructors to advance your riding whether... read more - 11/07/18
Suzanne Seekins
Javier is not only a dedicated and excellent kite instructor but a thoughtful and caring person as well. He speaks English almost perfectly and always has a smile for his students. Santa Marianita is the perfect vacation destination to learn... read more - 28/03/18
- tomsT9313HK
Perfect place to learn and enjoy Kite surfing First of all I have to say Javier and his guys are like a family. The clear focus of this school is to get you into kite surfing and enjoy this sport.The school has really new equipment and if you... read more - 10/01/19
Dirk Langpap Terán
Javier is a great instructor with innovative methods. The North equipment is excellent and the location perfect for learning to kitesurf. - 04/04/18
Fabian Haage
Ich habe einen Kurs über 20h bei Javier und seinem Team gemacht und rundherum begeistert! Hier bekommt man Qualität gepaart mit einer tollen Atmosphäre, einem idealen Spot für Beginner zu einem unschlagbaren Preis. Zudem lernt man mit dem neuesten und... read more - 11/06/18
- Ladislav Ullrich
I took three days course and at the end I was able to drive kite by myself. Great experience, everything from theory explained in details, properly trained/practiced step by step. Many thanks to my instructors Javi and Pen. - 18/12/19
Jocelyn Hellested
I had an absolute blast learning how to kite surf from Lucas and Javier. They are both very patient and knowledgeable instructors and make you feel prepared and comfortable as they lead you through each step of the process. Highly... read more - 20/12/19
Christian Baumeier
Perfect place to learn kitesurfing. Very good equipment (brand new North kiteboarding gear) and well experienced and patient teachers. Santa Marianita is a chilled little town where you can have a good and relaxed time. Definitely recommend Javiers school for... read more - 19/03/18
- Nicky Mc
After checking out the kite schools in Santa Marianita, I chose Kite Ecuador to take a beginners course with Javier’s team as they seemed to be the most passionate teachers. They are highly attentive and dedicated to their students’ success,... read more - 13/06/18
Juan Kush
excelente atención, excelentes equipos, ambiente muy agradable. personal muy profesional, super recomendado. - 27/02/19
Matias Matute
Excelente escuela de kitesurfExcelente escuela se las recomiendo tienen instructores muy capacitados y varios equipos nuevos 2018 que siempre están a disposición para que puedas aprender de la mejor manera y Javier es una excelente persona habla muy bien inglés... read more - 07/05/18
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Great kite spot, great instructor, excellent equipment
One of our kitesurfers, Dirk, wrote some very nice words about our kitesurfing school! Santa Marianita is a fantastic kitesurfing spot, with a long sandy beach between two points. The side-onshore, flat water conditions in [...]
Welcome to Kite Ecuador’s New Website
Welcome to Kite Ecuador's new website!
Welcome to KiteEcuador.com, the top-rated Kitesurfing School in Ecuador!
Our school offers Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding lessons, along with SUP (Stand Up Paddle) and Surfing lessons! We are located on Playa Bonita, Santa Marianita, on a beautiful and quiet 1.7km stretch of sandy beach, the best place to learn to Kitesurf!
So… What is kitesurfing?
Kitesurfing is a fun and adrenaline filled sport of gliding, jumping, riding and flying with the elements of nature, the wind, the ocean and the sky! Learning to kiteboard is an adventure that can be enjoyed by students of all ages. It might look intimidating at first, but kiteboarding is a sport that can be learned by any active and willing person! Three to four days of instruction in good conditions, and you will know the basics! With a few more days of practice, you will be riding across the water with ease.
For more advanced kiters, you can learn foilboarding! This is the latest craze in the Kitesurfing world. We recommend that you be comfortable riding up-wind and landing small jumps before learning to ride a foil board. Our foil-boarding lessons are the perfect next-step for adrenaline junkies.
Why chose Kite Ecuador?
Our head instructor is Javier Negrete, and he has been kiteboarding the waves of Santa Marianita for more than twelve years. He is well-known for his love of teaching and his methodical and easy to follow teaching plans. Our students frequently note Javier’s attention to safety and his ability to make them feel comfortable while learning to Kitesurf.
Kitesurfing and Kiteboarding lesson packages are available starting at $70 (cash/PayPal) for a two-hour introductory class. If you love it, you can upgrade to our 8 or 12-hour free ride independent courses that will get you up on the board and well on your way to becoming an independent kitesurfer.
If you are already a kitesurfer, Kite Ecuador offers gear rental packages from $15/hr. We have brand new (2018) top of the line equipment from North Kiteboarding and ION. We have kites from 9 M to 18 M available, so we have you covered whether the wind is light or very strong. We offer rental packages from 1 hour to 7 days. If you need a refresher course before hitting the water on your own, we have assistant instructors and supervisors available starting at $10 / hr. They will help you set up your gear, launch the kite, and help you ride upwind if you’re not yet able to do so on your own! They will also give you some tips to improve your ability.
During the low-wind season (only 2-3 months here in Santa Marianita) you can learn to Stand Up Paddle! This is a fun sport that can be practiced anywhere in the world. You can learn in just 2 hours, and enjoy the calm water in the mornings while watching the birds dive for fish! SUP is great exercise, as it involves arms, legs, and core muscles. People of all ages can learn and enjoy Stand Up Paddling, and SUP can be practiced year around.
Surfing anyone?
If you’re a surfer, the instructors at Kite Ecuador can take you on an adventure. Santa Marianita’s waves aren’t the best for surfing in general, but we can show you the best places to go closeby! Our favorite is San Mateo, where surfing can be enjoyed most of the year!
Where to stay in Santa Marianita?
We have partnered with the best hostels, hotels, and guesthouses on the beach, and can offer accommodations starting at only $10 per night for a dorm! Private rooms start at $20 per night, and FREE accommodations are available with some of our lesson and rental packages. Please message us for details. Our partner accommodations include the Villa at EcuaBlue, VillaKite Hotel, Hospedaje Don Willy, and Donkey Den Guesthouse.
Volunteer with Kite Ecuador
If you’re traveling on a budget, you can consider applying for our Volunteer program! The volunteer program at Kite Ecuador and Shawarma & Shots Restaurant and Bar offers travelers the chance to trade their skills for a place to stay, or a tab at the restaurant and bar. We are always looking for help, so if you are coming to the area write us to see if we have any opportunities available. We can always use help with bartending, serving, sales on the beach and surf and sup instruction/guide. You may be qualified to train as a kitesurfing instructor, so you can keep traveling while making money teaching this great sport. Volunteering is a great way to extend your vacation when the budget is getting low!