Instruction

Lessons are given on a flat groomed snow packed surface. The lesson area is also separated from the general public to help beginner confidence.

Safety is the primary responsibility of our certified instructors. Our goal is to make it yours too. After your lesson with Colorado Kite Force, demo kites will be available. The demo price will be subtracted from the retail price of the kite if you wish to purchase later. Let kiteboarding open the door to fun and adventure for you!

Beginner Lesson Breakdown 
Lessons will start at 12:00pm at the Dillon Resevoir unless otherwise discussed.  Our instructors clearly explain for everyone the fundementals of kiting and what we call the "wind window". It's not just sailing or flying!  We inform our student on as much background information as possible and show how snowkiting relates to kiteboarding on the water, because many do, and will have an interest to take their new sport to the beach.  Once all questions have been answered we get out on the snow.  We start of with a small kite (One that is not big enough to lift you off the ground, so don't worry!) The student will have the full ability to depower and land the kite safely, as well as self launch almost right away.  Once comfortable they may step into skiis (we recommend skis rather then a snowboard for the first time).  But if you don't ski or have any we understand.  From this point it is up to the student on how much instructon they want or need.  Many take right off and use the rest of the time as a Kite demo or rental.  Others may need the instructors assistance for the remainder of the day. And thats what we're there for to make sure you're you safe, informed and having a great time. Don't worry their is no written test at the end! 
Hope to see you out there.

Advance Lesson Breakdown
Our advanced lessons our catered towards each individuals needs. Most are only a half hour to an hour and if more time is needed or wanted we recommend returning another day after practicing your new skills on your own. But of course we will continue all instruction if the client desires for any reason.

Most advanced lessons are first timers on the snow, but have previous kiting expirence on the water. (from novice to expert) We highly recomend water kiters take at least a half hour lesson. We do things differently on the snow! This will prevent all the common mistakes and keep you from looking like a rookie.

What should you bring?
Basically you will want to bring what ever you would take skiing or snowboarding. If you do both we recommend starting out on skiis, it's much easier!

Here are some things we recomend:
Hat, Helmet, Gloves, Goggles, skiis or snowboard and boots. Don't forget to bring energy snacks and water or something for hydration! Suprisingly you will sweat a lot. There are no chairlifts to cool down on. We recomend wearing layers that can be removed with a wind proof shell on top. Then when you are all done you will want to change into some dry clothes or put on more layers again.