Kite Control
Kite Control
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Kite Control is a kitesurf school and shop based at the Obidos lagoon, 1h drive north of Lisbon. We offer kiteboarding lessons for all levels as well as gear rentals, kitesurf holidays and camps, hydrofoil lessons and tandem experiences. Fueled by a strong passion for kiteboarding, our professional team guarantees the quickest, safest and most enjoyable way of learning to kitesurf in Portugal - after all, it's what we are all about! Whether you will be coming alone or with friends, we have a program that will suit you.
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Eric B
Lisbon, Portugal2 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
Superbe Kitesurfing school !
I came with a friend in Peniche at the beginning of June 2020 once Portugal started reopening and during a windy day we went to the Lagoa de Óbidos. We met François and other instructors preparing their material for their lessons close the parking spot.
François was very flexible and managed to organise a lesson on the same day with Stefano. The conditions, the location and the instructorswere so good that we came back the next two days! I appreciated a lot the trust to use your equipment and the speedy learning curve.
Many thanks to François and Stefano for making everything works smoothly!! Glad to see that some activities are starting again!
I came with a friend in Peniche at the beginning of June 2020 once Portugal started reopening and during a windy day we went to the Lagoa de Óbidos. We met François and other instructors preparing their material for their lessons close the parking spot.
François was very flexible and managed to organise a lesson on the same day with Stefano. The conditions, the location and the instructorswere so good that we came back the next two days! I appreciated a lot the trust to use your equipment and the speedy learning curve.
Many thanks to François and Stefano for making everything works smoothly!! Glad to see that some activities are starting again!
Written June 13, 2020
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Min
1 contribution
Mar 2020
me and my partner went to Obidos to learn kitesurfing as beginners. We picked The Obidos Lagoon because it is an excellent place to learn this sport. The shallow water and costant wind's surfable from any direction grantees the most effective learning conditions.
The Kite Control is perfectly organized and very supportive. Everything from booking to helping with accommodation was professionally managend by François.
Our instructors François and Boris did get me up and riding up-wind in just 14 ours of private lessons!
If you are into Kitesurfing - that's the place and school to begin and keep with!
We are definitely comming back for more...!
Thank you François and Boris!!!
The Kite Control is perfectly organized and very supportive. Everything from booking to helping with accommodation was professionally managend by François.
Our instructors François and Boris did get me up and riding up-wind in just 14 ours of private lessons!
If you are into Kitesurfing - that's the place and school to begin and keep with!
We are definitely comming back for more...!
Thank you François and Boris!!!
Written March 17, 2020
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Alex
Caldas da Rainha, Portugal2 contributions
Jun 2020
A picturesque blue lagoon, vibrant orange kites, and the bright sunlight of Portugal, paired with fun, professional instructors who live to be on the water, and you have all the ingredients to learn and excel in kiting.
KiteControl is fast becoming a go to destination for students from beginner to improver and Francois, Boris, Stephano and the team all share one ambition, to make you an independent (and an enthusiastic) rider. As a solo kiter I was made to feel part of the kite family really quickly. THeir communications in terms of setting up lessons and times is also really good, so the logistics of working around the wind and tide works super well. Highly recommended.
KiteControl is fast becoming a go to destination for students from beginner to improver and Francois, Boris, Stephano and the team all share one ambition, to make you an independent (and an enthusiastic) rider. As a solo kiter I was made to feel part of the kite family really quickly. THeir communications in terms of setting up lessons and times is also really good, so the logistics of working around the wind and tide works super well. Highly recommended.
Written June 3, 2020
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garance p
2 contributions
Jun 2020 • Solo
Amazing spot in the Lagoon, perfect team and instructors !! Joao is a serious teacher who helps students to improve very fast to be independent. The owner François is always kind and flexible with all requests and schedules, his beautiful guesthouse is a good place to rest, very calm and clean. Thank you!!
Written July 13, 2020
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Sarah K
Hamburg, Germany2 contributions
Jul 2020
I was having a grand experience with Kite-Control on my first Kite-lesson!!
If I could stay longer I'd defenitely choose a longer period for a class though already in this first lesson you'll be able to learn a lot about kiting and basic instructions.
The team is super fun, young and ambitious! I felt the coaches being very experienced, patient and always taking care.
The lagoon of Obidos is a quite unique spot, so for Kite-lessons couldn't be better chosen!
Look forward to see you guys again to improve my kiting skills :)
Cheers! Sarah
If I could stay longer I'd defenitely choose a longer period for a class though already in this first lesson you'll be able to learn a lot about kiting and basic instructions.
The team is super fun, young and ambitious! I felt the coaches being very experienced, patient and always taking care.
The lagoon of Obidos is a quite unique spot, so for Kite-lessons couldn't be better chosen!
Look forward to see you guys again to improve my kiting skills :)
Cheers! Sarah
Written July 10, 2020
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Carl-Johan S
1 contribution
May 2021 • Solo
Awesome people with a lot of knowledge about kiting. Booking was super easy and they perfectly described what I could expect going forward. Perfect place for kiting and everything gear related was nicely organized and arranged for me. Overall a very proffesional setup with awesome people who both gave great advice but also made me feel like part of the gang. Can't wait to return! Big shout out to Tomaso for getting me up and riding as quickly as he did!
Written May 9, 2021
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Else V
Obidos, Portugal5 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Highly recommend Kite Control! We stayed near Lagoa Obidos for a week. Kite control was very accommodating to arrange semi private lessons when there was a good wind window. Stefano is a great teacher and Charlotte is very helpful and professional in scheduling our lessons and handling admin. We learned a lot and had a lot of fun! That’s what it is all about right!
Written July 24, 2021
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Celest Pereira
10 contributions
Jul 2021
I was really impressed with the awesome service Kite Control provides. I had to be rescued several times and without fail, or making me feel like an idiot, they turned up with big smiles, checking I was ok.
Charlotte deals with all the admin and is great at keeping you in the loop with wind times. She also tracks how many lessons you've had and makes sure you don't overpay.
My instructor, Mogli, was so cool! An amazing teacher with relaxed energy and someone who is constantly building you up.
The lagoon is a tricky spot to learn. The conditions are constantly changing. I think the challenges helped me become a better kite surfer, but you have to be up for the challenge.
Charlotte deals with all the admin and is great at keeping you in the loop with wind times. She also tracks how many lessons you've had and makes sure you don't overpay.
My instructor, Mogli, was so cool! An amazing teacher with relaxed energy and someone who is constantly building you up.
The lagoon is a tricky spot to learn. The conditions are constantly changing. I think the challenges helped me become a better kite surfer, but you have to be up for the challenge.
Written July 15, 2021
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David
1 contribution
Jun 2021 • Friends
Fantastic hospitality, location, coaches and kit. Thanks to the Kite Control team for a really great experience.
House was exactly what we needed, super close to the training spot, well kitted out. Newly renovated and great to have the pool.
Coaches were fantastic, well organized, thorough and kit in great condition. Thanks to Stéphane for the patience! We learned a ton.
Booties definitely needed for the urchins and shells so bring or borrow from the trainers.
Shopping about a 1/2 hr away by car in nearby towns.
Recommend Ferrel and Baleal for a sortie - great beachtown vibe.
Will be back.
House was exactly what we needed, super close to the training spot, well kitted out. Newly renovated and great to have the pool.
Coaches were fantastic, well organized, thorough and kit in great condition. Thanks to Stéphane for the patience! We learned a ton.
Booties definitely needed for the urchins and shells so bring or borrow from the trainers.
Shopping about a 1/2 hr away by car in nearby towns.
Recommend Ferrel and Baleal for a sortie - great beachtown vibe.
Will be back.
Written June 7, 2021
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Isabela M
North Miami Beach, FL2 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
Had a blast with Kite Control!! I’m a completely beginner and my instructor “mowgli” was super patient and helpful. Charlotte was Also super nice over the phone. I had a great experience and super recommend it.
Written July 14, 2021
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Hi! Is it possible to do some kitesurfing tomorrow? 1 guy, 1 Girl. Almost finshed IKO?
Written June 17, 2019
Здравствуйте! Можно ли у вас заниматься и кайтингом, и серфингом?
Written June 2, 2019
Да, в лагуне вы можете заниматься кайтсерфингом и серфингом на близлежащих пляжах. Но мы не учим серфингу, мы только учим кайтсерфингу.
Written June 4, 2019
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