Jibe's Beach Club
Jibe's Beach Club
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Jibe's Beach Club water sports center is Mui Ne's and Vietnam oldest and most established school, center & Pro-shop. We have been teaching kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, Sup, sailing to high safety standards since 2000. We at Jibe's are convinced that there is absolutely no substitute for a very experienced and knowledgeable instructor, a consistently applied, well-thought out lesson plan, and awareness of safety checklists at every step. Kitesurf school website is at vietnam-kitesurf.com
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Richard
Norway, ME3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Went to a three hour session with Chief Instructor Matt and my 12 year old kid. It was gusty wind with 18-20 knots and heavy waves, but instructor was dead serious about all details regarding safety, and we felt secure both on- and off- shore. Had a perfect session. Included in the price is also a theory session each afternoon together with other participants. Highly recommended!
Written February 17, 2020
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Ollie Prigmore
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Jan 2020 • Solo
I went to Mui Ne for a kite surfing trip in the hope of bettering myself to become more independent with safety being one of biggest concerns knowing the potential dangers this sport holds. I was lucky enough to meet an instructor called Andy who instilled me with the confidence that this was the right school to go with.
I was very happy I did because everyone I met was super friendly, knowledgeable, fun and safety conscious who clearly love their jobs. My instructor was an Irish man called Barry who was more than patient and was dead easy to get on with and made the lessons enjoyable whilst having a laugh along the way.
I even got to see him enter a big air competition which, more than convinced me he knew what he was doing. They also have a tech session with Matt the manager at the end of the day where you can learn some theory which, is so useful and is included in the package and it allows you to have a drink and socialise with the other students and instructors. They are serious about their kite surfing but down to earth and friendly with it which, makes this a great place for anyone wanting lessons.
It was a great experience for me and would like to thank you all particularly Barry my instructor. Cheers Ollie
I was very happy I did because everyone I met was super friendly, knowledgeable, fun and safety conscious who clearly love their jobs. My instructor was an Irish man called Barry who was more than patient and was dead easy to get on with and made the lessons enjoyable whilst having a laugh along the way.
I even got to see him enter a big air competition which, more than convinced me he knew what he was doing. They also have a tech session with Matt the manager at the end of the day where you can learn some theory which, is so useful and is included in the package and it allows you to have a drink and socialise with the other students and instructors. They are serious about their kite surfing but down to earth and friendly with it which, makes this a great place for anyone wanting lessons.
It was a great experience for me and would like to thank you all particularly Barry my instructor. Cheers Ollie
Written January 8, 2020
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Ross Glavin
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
We recently stayed across the street from Jibes beach club. My girlfriend, myself, and her parents quickly made it our local hang out to eat breakfast, enjoy a few drinks & also have dinner. The staff are amazing and attentive, they have great food and fantastic Happy hour promotions. You can relax in the sun and watch people wind surfing, or sit inside and watch whatever sport is on the tv at the bar (the Australian open in our case)! They are very accommodating to all your needs, always welcoming you with a smile and seeing you off with the same! The cocktails are great and the man who makes them is a true gentlemen and one of the town’s gems! Also the manager Chris is superb and will look after you fantastically. 10/10 go and visit, you won’t be disappointed🇮🇪
Written January 31, 2020
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Patrick S
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Jan 2020 • Solo
I can warmly recommend the jibe’s kitesurfing school to anyone who is serious about learning how to kitesurf. They really care about their students and are passionate about it themselves 🪁 Within four lessons (2.5 hours each) I learned the basics and was able to control my kite, self rescue, upwind body drag and ride the board 🙌 The most important thing was that I felt comfortable with the technics learned to help myself in any situation. A big thanks goes to my instructor Berry, who pushed and motivated me throughout the entire time! Cheers mate
Written January 25, 2020
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paul4a
Hanoi, Vietnam44 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Matt did a great job in getting us absolute beginners up and windsurfing in no time at all. He's a great instructor and was very patient with our 15 year old daughter, who was scooting around by herself after about 45 mins and very confident after only two lessons. Matt's teaching location was very sheltered and flat, but with more than enough wind for us. Jibe's is also an excellent place for a post-windsurf debrief with Matt over a beer, and for a meal with the family. I can highly recommend both Matt’s instruction and Jibe's.
Written May 3, 2021
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Majid
Noordwijk, The Netherlands52 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
This place packs a lot; wind-, kite-, sup and -surf lessons or rental, there’s restaurant and surf shop included as well. I rented windsurfing gear (Starboard and Severne) which definitely showed signs of wear, tear and repair. However it was sufficient enough for me and changing gear due to the increasing wind wasn’t a problem. With $18 per hour, I found it to be reasonable priced. Staff was friendly and explained the different conditions at the spot. Don’t expect big waves or shore break here and when I was there the wind was rather gusty. The banh mi they have was tasty and the overall atmosphere is inviting to stay longer after a session. So yeah, I’d recommend it.
Written February 4, 2023
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SeeDy
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Feb 2020 • Couples
There are many kitesurfing school in Mui Ne, not a surprise, some schools will take any opportunity to get their students into the water, sometimes safety was not the priority for many.
I felt really safe learning kitesurfing with my instructor Matt, he not only cares about the safety of his own students but also the people on the beach. I learned how to enjoy kitesurfing in a very responsible way both for myself and people around me.
My second instructor Barry, he is a star! He is so encouraging and supportive. I was really afraid of the big waves in Mui Ne, he spent loads of time with me in the water just to make me feel comfortable in the water, I was able to overcome the fear and enjoy my personal progress after each lesson with him! Really amazing!
The bonus is the tech session everyday, a great time to learn some technical skills & socialize with other students!
I really enjoyed my time with Jibes kitesurfing school! Thank you Matt & Barry!
I felt really safe learning kitesurfing with my instructor Matt, he not only cares about the safety of his own students but also the people on the beach. I learned how to enjoy kitesurfing in a very responsible way both for myself and people around me.
My second instructor Barry, he is a star! He is so encouraging and supportive. I was really afraid of the big waves in Mui Ne, he spent loads of time with me in the water just to make me feel comfortable in the water, I was able to overcome the fear and enjoy my personal progress after each lesson with him! Really amazing!
The bonus is the tech session everyday, a great time to learn some technical skills & socialize with other students!
I really enjoyed my time with Jibes kitesurfing school! Thank you Matt & Barry!
Written March 17, 2020
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hyl0428
5 contributions
Sep 2020
Kitesurfing was always on my bucket list and over the past weekend, I finally booked a 3 day trip with my friends to go to Mui Ne to learn to kite surf. Unfortunately, since the wind conditions weren't ideal for kite surfing, my instructor Matt suggested I try wind surfing as the conditions were better suited for that. I had a blast!
I booked two private lessons with Matt on two separate days. The first day, I had a 1.5 hr lesson with him and learned how to get on the board, navigate it, and how to turn the board using the survival tack method, which involved having to get back in the water. Towards the end of the first lesson, he also taught me the jibe which is a turn where you do not need to get off the board or get in the water. The second day, I had a 2 hour lesson, during which we performed some drills so that I got more comfortable on the board. By the end of the lesson, I was able to ride around on the board.
I highly highly recommend Matt for anyone looking for a comprehensive lesson. He's been kite/wind surfing for close to 20 years, and shares a lot of his know-how with the students.
I booked two private lessons with Matt on two separate days. The first day, I had a 1.5 hr lesson with him and learned how to get on the board, navigate it, and how to turn the board using the survival tack method, which involved having to get back in the water. Towards the end of the first lesson, he also taught me the jibe which is a turn where you do not need to get off the board or get in the water. The second day, I had a 2 hour lesson, during which we performed some drills so that I got more comfortable on the board. By the end of the lesson, I was able to ride around on the board.
I highly highly recommend Matt for anyone looking for a comprehensive lesson. He's been kite/wind surfing for close to 20 years, and shares a lot of his know-how with the students.
Written September 10, 2020
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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the windsurfing, and look forward to seeing you next time...
Written September 11, 2020
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Flo C
1 contribution
Sep 2019
Before I came to Vietnam I already completed a kitesurfing class at the northern sea. I thought I was well prepared and quiet skilled when I came to Mui Ne but Matt teached me a lesson. He really took his time to explain techniques to get back to the shore safely after a crash and showed me a lot of tricks to set up the kite in any condition. This class at Jibes was at least twice as valuable for me learning kitesurfing compared to the class I had already completed. Thank you!
Written May 31, 2020
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bigO101
Cork, Ireland6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Ended up coming to Jibes for breakfast, lunch and dinner during our 5 day stay in Mui Ne. The food is delicious and fresh and you can tell they really care about what they’re serving. The service is exceptional especially in comparison to their neighbor (Joes Cafe). Chris the manager was so kinda and welcoming, big shout out to him!
Written February 4, 2020
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Андрей А
Balashikha, Russia
Hi!
Are you working now? Is wind surf equipment rental available?
Odile C
3 contributions
rebonjour, il y a t il des vagues et du shore break sur le spot de navigation devant l hotel ? et sinon qule hotel choisir pour avoir une navigation facile pour confirmer qui ne veulent pas se prendre la tete! merci
I_have_been_around
Mui Ne, Vietnam9 contributions
Hello. Sometimes there is a shorebreak in front of the shop here. If necessary, our staff can bring the windsurf gear out past the waves, and bring it back in for you. For kitesurfing, we have a big beach location nearby. Thank you
Odile C
3 contributions
bonjour, pourrais je connaitre le prix d une location de materiel de wind surf pour une semaine en fevrier 2020?
Oanh143
Mumbai, India1 contribution
hi, could you give ma a cost estimate foe renting surfboard 14 days ( Jan 19- feb) ?
best regards
Sorry no, we just went for beers and snacks. There was heaps of borads there, but we where there at night. I would suggest contacting them directly. Enjoy!
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