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Outer Banks Kiteboarding

Experience the thrill of kiteboarding in the Outer Banks, where steady winds, shallow sound waters, and expert instruction create one of the best places in the world to learn and progress.

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Kiteboarding

Starting At

$400 +6% Online Convenience Fee

Best For

Thrill Seekers, First-Time Friendly, Kiteboarding & Foiling, Surf & Watersports, On the Water

Location

Rodanthe, NC

Experiences

Outer Banks Kiteboarding Lessons

Options

Kiteboarding & Foiling Rentals

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Adventure Overview

Kiteboarding in the Outer Banks

Whether you’re taking your very first lesson or looking to accelerate your skills with a multi-day package, Kitty Hawk Kites offers kiteboarding lessons designed for every experience level.

Our professional instructors provide personalized coaching through private lessons and beginner-friendly learning packages that help students build confidence safely and quickly. From understanding wind and equipment to riding your first stretches across the water, our lessons combine hands-on instruction with some of the most ideal kiteboarding conditions anywhere in the United States.
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Experiences

Kiteboarding Lessons

Outer Banks Kiteboarding Lessons

Outer Banks Kiteboarding

Outer Banks Kiteboarding Lessons

Starting At

$400 +6% Online Convenience Fee

Location

Rodanthe

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Adventure Options

Kiteboarding & Foiling Rentals

We offer a wide variety of rental options ranging from kites and boards to wetsuits.

Kiteboarding and Foiling Rentals

Outer Banks Kiteboarding

Kiteboarding & Foiling Rentals

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Rodanthe
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Rodanthe

Are you ready to kiteboard?

In the early 2000s, Kiteboarding took the wind world by storm. Kiting became established in the industry, and bodies of water that were once dominated by windsurfers became breeding grounds for this new adventurous sport.

With a leading edge inflatable kite, control bar, harness and board, kiting allows you to harness the wind and be as creative as you wish on the water. Jump high, drop into waves, or simply cruise through lakes, rivers and the ocean. Kiting is versatile enough to suit the style of any rider. Find photos and videos of the freedom that kiting can bring you here.

Kiteboarding or Kitesurfing?

Both! Kiteboarding is commonly referred to as kitesurfing, which has evolved into a multi-faceted sport. You will discover a wide range of styles and boards to ride, from twin tips to surfboards and hydrofoils. Here in the Pamlico Sound, the combination of warm waist deep water, steady wind and a sandy ocean floor makes Hatteras Island one of the best places in the world to learn and progress your kiting skills. Depending on the wind direction, you can even take your gear across the street and ride the waves of the Atlantic Ocean.

Once we noticed kiting gain traction in the OBX, we opened a Cabrinha certified kite school in Rodanthe, NC. Soon after, we launched an online kiteboarding store dedicated to the best gear in the industry. We offer top-notch kitesurfing gear from some of the most trusted brands in kiteboarding. Shop our ever expanding selection of kiteboarding gear online or visit us at our Kiteboarding Resort for an epic stay at our pristine kite launch.

Learning to kite is truly a life changing experience. We have watched kiteboarding become a lifelong passion for so many people, ourselves included. Join our ever growing community of kiteboarders here at Kitty Hawk Kites and see why year after year, the wind keeps people coming back for more.

Learning to Kiteboard

Why the Outer Banks is One of the Best Places to Learn Kiteboarding

The Outer Banks is internationally recognized as a premier kiteboarding destination thanks to its unique combination of reliable wind, expansive shallow water, and wide-open riding areas.

What makes the Outer Banks special for Kiteboarding? +

The region experiences consistent winds throughout much of the year, creating ideal conditions for both beginner and advanced riders. Unlike many oceanfront kiteboarding locations that require students to immediately navigate waves and deep water, the Outer Banks offers access to the calm waters of the Pamlico Sound, where riders can stand comfortably in waist-deep water while learning essential skills.

These flat-water conditions dramatically shorten the learning curve by allowing students to focus on kite control, body positioning, and board starts without battling surf or strong currents. The shallow sound also creates a safer, less intimidating environment for first-time riders, making it easier to recover from falls and spend more time practicing. With miles of open riding space and minimal obstacles, students have the freedom to learn in a spacious, uncrowded setting that is difficult to find elsewhere.

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A kitesurfer on the sound side of the Outer Banks of North Carolina

Our Facilities

Waves Village Watersports Resort

Kitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding School is located at Waves Village Watersports Resort on world famous kiteboarding lesson mecca: Hatteras Island of the Outer Banks, NC.

Kitty Hawk Kites is dedicated to providing the most professional instruction available for students of all levels. Backed by the long history of the largest hang gliding school in the world, Kitty Hawk Kites has been Teaching the World to Fly since 1974. Kiteboarding lessons are available March – November at Waves Village Waterports in scenic Rodanthe, NC.

Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Review some commonly asked questions so you know before you go.

What is kiteboarding? +

Kiteboarding, also known as kitesurfing, is an exhilarating water sport where riders use a large, inflatable kite to harness the wind’s energy to propel themselves across the water on a board. Whether you’re jumping high, cruising across lakes and rivers, or riding the waves of the ocean, kiteboarding is a versatile sport that lets you express your unique style on the water.

Where is the best place to learn to kiteboard? +

The Pamlico Sound in Hatteras, NC, offers some of the best conditions in the world for learning kiteboarding. With warm, waist-deep water, steady winds, and sandy ocean floors, it’s the ideal environment for both beginners and experienced riders. Depending on wind direction, you can even take your gear to the Atlantic Ocean for wave riding.

Reservations Policy

Adventure Reservations Policies

We try to be as flexible as we possibly can to make your experience great, but please be mindful that we do have some policies that should be reviewed.

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Reservations Policy

Adventure Reservations Policies

Our activities tend to fill up, so we encourage you to make your reservation early, especially if you plan to come in June, July, August, September, or during a holiday. While walk-ins are welcome, there is no guarantee that space will be available without a reservation.

Payment

Full payment is required to book your reservation. Kitty Hawk Kites does not hold spots without payment. Your card will be charged when you click “Accept” on the confirmation page. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover. If you want to pay by cash or gift card, you must make your reservation at one of our retail stores or activity sites. If you are unsure of where the nearest reservations facility is, please call or text 252-251-4314.
Prices are subject to change, so confirm the rates at time of reservation.

Weather Related Cancellations and Refunds

Weather changes frequently and unexpectedly in coastal areas, and many weather forecasts are inaccurate. Due to these factors, weather related cancellations will likely not occur until very close to time of the scheduled reservation. Should Kitty Hawk Kites cancel your scheduled activity due to unsafe weather conditions, you will be offered the chance to reschedule your activity or Kitty Hawk Kites can either issue you a **wind check** (for Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Paddleboarding and Surfing) or provide you with a refund for the portion of the activity you were unable to complete.

For instance, in the case of Demo and Beginner Dune Hang Gliding Lessons the first portion (“Ground School”) of your lesson will not be cancelled and is non-refundable within 48 hours. The ground school is pro-rated at $39 per student.
Note: if you were booked on one of our packages, and part of your activities are cancelled due to weather, and you opt for a refund, you will be charged regular price for the activities you completed.

Customer Related Cancellations & Rescheduling

Should the purchasing customer request a refund, Kitty Hawk Kites will provide a full refund for any request that is made at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled activity. No refunds will be given for customer cancellations made within the 48 hours before the scheduled activity. If the reservation is made within the 48 hours before the activity time, the reservation is non-refundable at the time of the booking.

Fishing Trips scheduled on the Carolina Blue and the Southern Run require a weeks notice to cancel for a full refund.  Any cancellations made within a week of your fishing trip will be charged full cost of the trip.

Reschedules

Customers may request to reschedule or wind check their scheduled activity to a future time or date at any time up until the day preceding their scheduled activity. Same day rescheduling shall not be permitted.

Late Arrivals & No Show Policy

NO REFUNDS or reschedules will be given if you fail to show up for your activity. Please contact Kitty Hawk Kites 24 hours prior to your scheduled activity if you need to reschedule.

Waivers

For activities that require a liability waiver to be completed, each participant of that activity must complete a waiver to participate in that activity. Minor participants (anyone under 18 years old) must have their waiver completed by their parent or legal guardian in order for the minor participant to take part in the scheduled activity. If you have any questions concerning whether the scheduled activity requires a waiver or how to obtain a waiver for a minor not traveling with their parent or legal guardian, please call 1-877-FLY-THIS to speak to a Kitty Hawk Kites reservations associate.

**Wind Checks**

A wind check is a non expiring voucher which allows you to schedule your activity (Hang Gliding, Paragliding, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Paddleboarding and Surfing) for a future date if you are unable to complete your scheduled activity and cannot reschedule during your stay on the Outer Banks. Wind checks do not have to be used by the person to whom they were issued – so don’t lose them. Kitty Hawk Kites is not responsible for lost or stolen wind checks. If you have a wind check and would like to schedule your activity, simply call reservations at 1-877-FLY-THIS and them know you are redeeming a wind check to begin the scheduling process.

Accessibility

We are committed to making our activities as accessible as possible. While some activities may have limitations, we’re happy to work with you to explore accommodations. For assistance or questions, please contact us at (252) 441-4124.