a few words about us
Crystal
Kitesurfing was created to serve the Paphos (Pafos) and Polis community
and tourists following the high standards & guidelines set out
by the BKSA (British Kitesurfing Association).
Chris and the team are here to help you enjoy your
kitesurfing experience no matter the weather. We train with
headzone radio helmets so there's no loss of direct
communication between the instructor and student which
increases the speed at which you learn.
We are a fully accredited training school and retailer of
BEST kitesurfing equipment.
Our goal is simple, Teach safe Ride
free
We pride ourselves on using and selling the latest “BEST
Kiteboarding” equipment. Over the years we have found that
using the latest "Best" equipment has improved our teaching
methods and the speed at which students learn. The fact is
that we have yet found another kite which water re-launches as
quick as the Kahoonas making the learning process that much
safer.
Working from both sides of the island, south (Pafos) and North/West
(Polis & Latchi) we can cater for 90% of all wind conditions
within a 45 minute drive.
We can arrange free pick up's from your hotel if you book on our 1, 2 or 3 day courses.
the best of professionals
Chris Hiley
Chief Instructor
Chris the chief instructor has been kiting since the sport was in it's infancy.
Trained to the high standards of the BKSA (British Kitesurfing Association) Chris's focus is on Safety and enjoyment .
Chris is also a fully qualified wakeboard and waterski instructor with the (British Waterski Federation) and an RYA Powerboat instructor so be rest assured that you are training with a dedicated coach who will push you when you need pushing but knows when to step back.
Tony Phillips
Instructor
Tony started out windsurfing in the early nineties then on to land boarding but with every new sport you always find way's of looking for the next buzz and this came in the shape of a wooden plank with a couple of straps attached to it,
Tony his brother Alan and Justin headed to the beach to try this new fad called kitesurfing.
Luckily Tony and technology has progressed since those day's and we are proud to have him on the team.
James Ashenden
Instructor
James is the youngest member of the team however is not without experience. Born around the water James progressed through windsurfing then land boarding.
James is technical in his riding style always trying to tweak this and that to get the perfect rotation or stance
James is a also a fully qualified BKSA trained instructor.
what's on offer
As well as being an established kitesurfing shop and school we can offer so much more......
- Waterski & Wakeboarding Lessons
- PADI Dive Resort
- RYA Powerboat 2 Courses
- Sail Training
- First Aid Courses
Testimonials
“WOW, I think sums it up. Chris made my course so memorable I booked up to the coach sessions now I'm jumping as high as a house......Just need to work on the landings haha Thanks again Crystal Kitesuring...”
James Phipps“At first I was a little apprehensive it looked like a lot of hard work and to be honest a bit daunting...But after being press ganged into it by my boyfriend we are kiting most weekends on the chilly east coast of England.” Thanks for introducing us to this fantastic sport.
Mary Jopson“The flexible learning was a great help, I work all week and only have time in the evenings and if I'm lucky one day at the weekend. Crystal Kitesurfing catered a programme which suited my needs and thanks to them I'm now up and going what a great feeling...”
James Holmes