Our Wingfoil Program, Explained by the Instructors (2026 Update)

Wingfoil courses in El Gouna from €365, with Flysurfer wings, Levitaz foils and the demonstrated IWO level recorded. Program, inclusions and booking.

Wingfoiling has grown faster than any other water sport in recent years. And because so many people ask us the same things — what exactly a course includes, how much it costs, what you’ll actually learn — we decided to write a complete overview.

No hidden fees, no fine print. Here’s everything you need to know about wing courses at Kitepower El Gouna.

Course Overview and Prices

We run wing courses for every level, from your very first session on the water to refining turns on the foil. The headline option is the beginner course; for the full, up-to-date price list (including intro sessions, advanced coaching and open hours) see the wing courses page.

Beginner — 5 Hours

• Semi-private (max 2 students per instructor): €365
• Private: €515

For complete beginners. This is the main course, where you learn the fundamentals — from wing handling to standing on the board to your first foiling attempts. Five hours are typically spread over two to three days. Book the wingfoil beginner course directly.

Intro Session

A short taster for anyone who wants to find out whether wingfoiling is for them before committing to a longer course. In one session you’ll try the wing on land, then on a board in the water, and get a real feel for the sport. See current pricing on the wing courses page.

Advanced Coaching

For those who’ve completed the beginner course or already have basic wingfoil experience. The focus shifts to stable foiling, your first turns, and riding upwind — building real confidence on the foil. Pricing and session lengths are listed on the wing courses page.

Open Hours — from €65/hour

For wingfoilers whose current control and safety skills pass the rental check, or anyone who wants individual coaching on a specific technique. A certification can document prior experience but does not automatically approve independent equipment use. See wing rental for gear-only options.

What’s Included in the Price

Every course includes:

• All equipment — Flysurfer wings, Levitaz foils, boards, safety vest, helmet
• Instructor — qualified, with a maximum of two students per instructor in semi-private courses
• IWO skill-level record — the level actually demonstrated is recorded; course completion does not promise a preset result
• Rescue support — available during operating hours; a specific intervention or response time cannot be guaranteed
• Spot access — during course hours

What’s not included:

• A Kitepass for riding your own gear outside course hours. It is not an extra charge on the course or an approved rental
• Storage for your own equipment
• VDWS certification (€40 extra, arranged via our instructors if you want it)

How the Beginner Course Works — Step by Step

Since the 5-hour beginner course is our most popular, let’s break it down.

Hours 1–2: Fundamentals on Land and Straight Into the Water

• Introduction to the equipment — wing, board, foil, safety systems
• Wing handling on the beach — how to hold it, catch the wind, steer
• Then straight into the shallow water on a large, stable board without a foil
• Learning to stand on the board with the wing — balance and working with the wind

The beach is for rigging and a safety briefing; most practice happens in the water. In the first roughly 800 m teaching area, many learners can often stand and reset when the actual depth and their height allow it. The instructor checks the water level and selects the zone before each session.

Hours 2–3: Riding on the Water

• Board on the water, wing in hand, and you start moving
• Learning to steer — riding downwind, then attempting upwind
• Fall, stand and reset in the first roughly 800 m knee-to-waist-deep teaching area when conditions suit — without pretending that risk disappears

Hours 3–5: Transition to the Foil

• Adding the foil (or switching to a board already set up with one)
• First attempts to lift the board clear of the water
• Learning to control your flight height
• Short flight segments — a few seconds at first, then longer
• By the end you understand the basics of foiling and know exactly what comes next

Results vary with talent, fitness and conditions. Some riders are foiling by the end of the course; others need a little more time. Both are completely normal. If you want to know how the learning curve compares to kitesurfing, read kitesurfing vs wingfoiling.

Why a Maximum of Two Students Per Instructor

Many schools put five or six students with one instructor. We don’t — standard teaching is capped at two students with one instructor and one complete wingfoil setup, taking turns. The reason is simple: wingfoiling needs individual attention. Every student moves differently, foils differently, and needs different feedback.

With only two students taking turns on one complete setup, the instructor can watch each attempt closely, correct technique and adjust the pace. Your time off the board is active learning: you watch the other attempt, hear the same coaching and return with a clear next task.

Equipment — What Exactly We Use

Wings: Flysurfer

Flysurfer wings span a broad range of sizes. The instructor recommends suitable available equipment for your weight, level, measured wind and the actual depth in the chosen zone. We’ve been the official, largest Flysurfer Test Point since 2009 — we know this gear inside out, but equipment availability and safe conditions still decide what can run.

Foils: Levitaz

Levitaz hydrofoils — a German brand we’ve used since 2015:

• A larger front wing for beginners — more lift, slower, forgiving of mistakes
• A smaller front wing for advanced riders — faster and more agile

Boards

Larger, more stable boards for beginners; smaller, more manoeuvrable boards as you progress.

Altogether, our wing rental carries a broad setup range for different levels and weights. Specific equipment remains subject to availability, and the team matches the mast and foil to actual depth and safe conditions.

IWO Certification

IWO (International Wingfoil Organisation) certification is included in every course. The instructor records the level you actually demonstrate. That record can help another centre understand your skills, but it does not create automatic rental access; the receiving centre still checks ability, local rules, conditions and equipment availability.

Discounts and Bonuses

• Discount on new wing equipment after completing a course, if you decide to invest in your own wing or foil — ask us for the current offer
• A discount on the course if you bring your own equipment — we don’t need to lend you gear, so we pass the saving on
• Open hours after the course — if you want to keep practising, add more time from €65/hour

Who Wingfoiling Suits

Wingfoiling doesn’t carry the strict requirements of kitesurfing. Specifically:

• Age: From teenagers to seniors — the wing is physically less demanding than a kite
• Fitness: Basic fitness is plenty — you don’t need to be an athlete
• Experience: None required, though windsurfers and kitesurfers tend to learn faster
• Swimming: You must be able to swim — you’re out on the water

Windsurfers have a real head start thanks to their feel for wind and board, and kitesurfers already understand the wind window. But even complete newcomers pick up the basics in a 5-hour course.

When to Take a Wing Course

We teach year-round, but conditions shift with the season. The best resource for picking your window is our month-by-month wind guide, built on four years of data from our own weather station — but in short:

• Summer (June–August): Lighter wind, but ideal for wingfoiling — it works beautifully even at 10–12 knots. Warm water, fewer people.
• Autumn (September–November): Stronger wind, great for advancing. A busier spot.
• Winter (December–February): The wind still blows, but the water is cooler, so you’ll wear a full, long wetsuit (we provide it). A quiet spot.
• Spring (March–May): Stable wind and warming water. Excellent value.

For beginners, we recommend the quieter periods — when instructors are less busy and there’s more space on the water.

How to Book

1. Choose your course on the wing courses page
2. Book through online booking or via contact
3. Show up at the spot — equipment, instructor and facilities are ready

We recommend booking at least a few days ahead, and earlier still during peak season. Get in touch and we’ll arrange a time that works for you.

Conclusion

Wing courses at Kitepower combine professional instruction, Flysurfer and Levitaz equipment, recording of the IWO level actually demonstrated, a first roughly 800 m knee-to-waist-deep teaching area and a dedicated deeper foil zone used when conditions suit.

Have questions? Write to us — we’ll advise which course is right for you.

Lukáš & Andrea Vogeltanz Kitepower El Gouna