Ottawa · IKO Certified instruction · All Gear Included

Learn Kite, Wing, and Hydrofoil on the Ottawa River

Private and group lessons for all levels, year-round. You show up — we handle everything else.

IKO Level 3

English and French

4,000+ Hours taught

Year-round lessons

WHAT WE OFFER – Sessions for every conditions

Wind or calm, summer or winter — there’s always a session available.

Private lessons & PACKAGES

Kiteboarding and wingfoiling instruction. Scheduled around wind conditions. Save versus pay-as-you-go and carry sessions across water and snow seasons.

First session

Intro to Kiteboarding

For Beginners.

See what this sport is about. Safety, kite control, first body drag. No experience needed.

$260

2h lesson · all gear included

  • No experience needed
  • IKO progression from day one

All prices include tax.

Most popular

Get up and ride pack

3 sessions. For all riders.

Goal: controlled body drag and first board starts.

$750

3 × 2h lessons · all gear included

✓ Save $30 vs pay-as-you-go

  • Most riders reach first board starts in 3 sessions

  • Valid 12 months — carries into snowkite season

All prices include tax.

Best value

Ride More

5 sessions. For all riders.

Goal: strong board starts and consistent riding.

$1,200

5 × 2h lessons · all gear included

✓ Save $100 vs pay-as-you-go

  • Complete IKO progression path
  • Valid 12 months — carries into snowkite season

All prices include tax.

Pay as you go · No commitment — book one session at a time · $130/h

How many hours to ride independently?
In Ottawa conditions, most riders reach full independence after 15–20 hours. The Learn to Ride Pack covers 10 hours — enough to get you riding consistently.

Do packs carry over to snowkiting season?
Yes. Sessions are valid for 12 months and can be used for kiteboarding, winging, or snowkiting.

Group Lessons

Got friends/family who want to learn? Book together and everyone gets the group rate — pay per session, no commitment needed.

– Up to 2 kites per group based on conditions and skill level

– Gear included

– 2h lesson

Group size Per person
2 people $180
3 people $130
4 people $100

All prices include tax.

Group lessons follow the IKO progression curriculum. For a private social experience with flexible activities, see Experiences below.

Boat Sessions

$150/person/session

Hone your board skills before the next windy day or cool down on the river on hot summer days. Our favorite? Sunset sessions.

– Each rider gets ~40min in the water

– Gear included : Kiteboard/Hydrofoil

– Tubing available on request

Group size DURation
2 riders 2h
3 riders 2.5h
4 riders 3h

All prices include tax.

Do I need kite experience?
No — boat sessions are completely standalone. Many students book them to build board skills before or between kite/wing lessons.

Can I book alone?
Sessions are designed for 2–4 riders. If you want a solo session, reach out and we’ll work something out.

What happened if it’s windy?
Boat sessions run on calm days only. Wind creates waves that make boat sessions unpleasant — on those days, we can switch to kite lessons instead (Lessons offer at kite pricing)

Experiences and Other Services

All prices include tax.

Birthday · Group · Team Experience – $600

Fully private – Your group only. Kite Introduction. Invoice available for corporate booking.
3h Session · Up to 4 participants

IKO Certification assessment – $130

Assess your current level, cover any missing knowledge, and receive your official IKO certification for renting gear around the world.
1h · Certification included

Snowkiting – $130/h

Kiteboarding on snow and ice. Available January–March. Pack sessions from your water season carry over.
Same price as summer

Advance coaching – $130/h

Already riding? Work on jumps, transitions, tricks, or foiling technique. Honest feedback, no ego.
Pay as you go · minimum 1h

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Wind reports, student moments, and life on the Ottawa River.

Fiery session last night at sunset 🏄‍♂️
Today, the weather is perfect for boating all day, little to no wind 🤙
Available for wakeboard, hydrofoil and tubing. 
Reach out soon to book a session.

@escapeplanboardshack
@ottawatourism 
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Chasing bigger boats on the East End. Gotta have to try that again 🌊🏄‍♂️
Available tomorrow for wakeboarding/hydrofoil session 8-10am (reach out tonight or early morning) and 1 spot available at 5.30pm till the sun sets 🌄

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #exploreottawa #discoveron #monottawa
Wing foiling ? We do it too!! 
From the beach to flying across the water. Boat-assisted lessons when the wind is right, tow sessions to master the foil when it's not. 
Book a session and give it a try.

@escapeplanboardshack @ottawatourism 
#purekiteboarding #myottawa #monottawa #exploreottawa #discoverON
Instagram vs Reality : 2-stroke edition

#nowindnoproblem #purekiteboarding #ottawariver #ottawatourism #2stroke
Calm days don't have to mean rusty skills. 🚤

August and September are usually Ottawa's quietest wind months — any breeze is gold when it shows up. Until then, the boat keeps you riding on and above the water, so you are ready the second the wind picks back up.

Available today from 5pm.

@escapeplanboardshack @outaouais @ottawatourism 
#purekiteboarding #myottawa #monottawa #discoverON #nowindnoproblem
Last night sunset with a couple of wing friends.
The wind was light so the hydrofoil was the best tool for the job 🤙
Stunning pictures from our friend @holerider 
Full gallery on his blog.

No much wind for the next few days so we will be running flat water sessions from the boat 🚤🏄‍♂️

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #monottawa #exploreottawa #discoverON
First session. Already flying. 🚀
12 years old, taming the foil like it's nothing.
Think you could stand up on your first try ? 👀 DM to book a session and find out.

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #exploreottawa #discoveron #monottawa
Perfect conditions coming up for the boat. Thursday through Sunday, calm winds and sunshine. 
Learn or hone your board skills on kiteboards, surfboards or hydrofoil.
Live feedback through a headset available on demand.

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #exploreottawa #discoveron #monottawa
Summer is back this weekend after a few windy colder days this week! 

We'll be heading on the boat for all the light wind/no wind fun activities. 

The best way to cool down on hot summer days!
Super calm weather this Sunday/Windy all week 

We have 2 sessions available on the boat today 12-2 and sunset 7-9pm. It will be a treat on the water!! 

The wind is back, pretty much everyday and our schedule is filling up quickly. Reach out soon if you want to secure a time slot.

#myottawa #monottawa #exploreottawa #discoverON #purekiteboarding
Very light wind tomorrow and not much for the rest of the week. 
Join us on the boat to cool down in the water and have some fun riding and learning. 

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #discoveron #monottawa #exploreottawa
Light wind this week - Boat is going out 🚤
Wakeboard, hydrofoil, or tube on the Ottawa River. Each rider gets 40-45min on the board across a few sessions. Stanley at the helm and wireless headset so coaching is clear even at a distance.
$150/person, everything included: gear, fuel, instruction, taxes. 
Minimum 2 riders. Bring a friend or reach out solo and we'll try to pair you up. Spots open this afternoon. 
📱613.255.2331 or DM to book.

#purekiteboarding #myottawa #exploreottawa #discoveron #monottawa

WHERE WE KITE

The Ottawa-Gatineau region has ideal conditions for both kitesurfing and snowkiting. It’s a windy region with shallow water and plenty of snow in the winter.

Many of our lessons are taught at Britannia Beach, but the location may vary based on conditions.

What students say

Real reviews from real students.

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Stanley was excellent at teaching my 12 year old how to hydrofoil. It made his dreams come true and felt so successful. Thanks for a great day on the boat.
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We wanted to get into wingfoiling for a while but didn't get the opportunity. Got in touch with Stanley to book a few sessions while visiting family in Ottawa. I did both boat-towing sessions (on non-windy) days and at the beach on windy days. Stanley gave us clear and useful instructions before and throughout the sessions (via radio). He works one on one with you and helps your progression. we are very happy we chose to take lessons with him and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to get into these watersports in the area (would probably take sessions with him again next time I'm in town).
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We had such an amazing time! Our instructor was incredibly friendly, patient, and made us feel comfortable from the start. It was our first time surfing, and they explained everything clearly and helped us get up on the board. We had so much fun and can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend this experience!
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Ron B
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À tous ceux qui sont intéressés à suivre des cours de Kiteboarding ou de Windfoil, je vous recommande fortement de faire affaires avec Stanley de Pure Kiteboarding. Il est un super instructeur dévoué avec beaucoup d’expérience dans le domaine en plus d’être bilingue. Sa flexibilité et sa méthode d’entraînement vous donnerons des résultats rapides et efficaces. Recommandation sans hésitation.A+++++
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J’ai eu la chance d’avoir une formation de kite surf avec Stanley et ma progression a été très rapide. Stanley maîtrise son art et est bon pédagogue. Il voit nos erreurs et propose rapidement les solutions pour nous faire progresser dans le plaisir. À recommander!
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Simone B
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I started kiteboarding with Stanley this winter doing snowkiting and have now moved into water sessions. He’s a great instructor, really focused on safety and making sure the progression is solid and clear. Lessons are always productive, and fun is guaranteed!
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Alaa R
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Stanley is an awesome instructor. He is extremely safety conscious and his fantastic skills to ensure that each lesson is safe and productive. He has all aspects of board and kite learning covered from board and foil skills for his boat to kite skills in all areas. We are very lucky to have Stanley available as an instructor in our area. Can’t find a better person
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Dawn D
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Thank you Stanley for an awesome introduction to kiteboarding. As a sixty-something couple, we were impressed with our first lesson and how well Stanley explained everything (safety, kite and board mechanics, wind behaviour) and he was flexible in terms of what we covered during our first session. For sure we’ll be back for more fun on the water!
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Great lessons, great teacher

GOOD QUESTIONS, HONEST ANSWERS

Everything you need to know before your first session.

In Ottawa conditions, most riders reach full independence after 15–20 hours of instruction. The Learn to Ride Pack covers 10 hours — enough to get you riding consistently. The rest depends on your pace and how often you practise between sessions.

Yes — all kiteboarding gear is included (kite, board, harness, helmet, life jacket).

For water lessons, bring:

  • Neoprene water shoes
  • Wetsuit
  • Optional: sunglasses with strap + sunscreen

Spring/Fall: add gloves, hood, or a thicker wetsuit/drysuit for comfort.

For snowkiting, bring:

  • Your own skis or snowboard
  • Ski helmet
  • Warm winter clothing (snowsuit, goggles recommended)

We’ll help you adjust gear based on conditions when you book.

Above 10 knots is a good rule of thumb. If conditions are not good for kiteboarding, there are other activities that you can enjoy. Reach out to find out if the conditions are good for riding.

Kite sessions are scheduled around wind conditions — we’ll confirm with you in advance. On difficult wind-direction days, we can sometimes run kite sessions from the boat. On truly calm days, we switch to boat sessions instead. Your session time is never wasted.
Sessions are valid for 12 months from purchase. They can be used across disciplines — start on kiteboarding in summer, carry remaining sessions into snowkiting season in winter.
Absolutely. Boat sessions are completely standalone — wakeboarding, hydrofoiling, or tubing behind the boat. Many students book them to build board skills before starting kite lessons. It genuinely speeds up progress.
Yes. All sessions are available in English and French. When you reach out, just write in the language you’re most comfortable with and we’ll follow your lead.

Most kite lessons are held at Britannia Park on the Ottawa River — find us on Google Maps as Pure Kiteboarding. Boat sessions launch from the Nepean Sailing Club. Exact meeting point is confirmed prior to the session.

Yes, with professional instruction and training. Kiteboarding is an extreme sport, but safety systems and education are key. With Pure Kiteboarding, you’ll learn everything you need to know about safety and understanding weather conditions.

Kiteboarding requires technique and skill, not brute physical force. Kiteboarding can be learned by people of all ages, abilities, and fitness levels.

Most of our lessons are done in shallow water, but to keep you safe, we require you to know how to swim to kiteboard, wingfoil, and boat sessions.

Anyone who is pregnant, has back issues, chronic pain, or any conditions that prevent physical activity.

As Seen In

The Ottawa Citizen

“As temperatures plunge, Ottawa’s Snowkiters ride the winter winds.”

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