I took a kitesurfing lesson this summer right before the storm of the decade, or not. My goal was to get me into jibing. In just about an hour David got that fixed for me. They gave the right advices and gear to make it happen(convincing me to with only one strap was key here). I got exactly what I wanted from my lesson and it has been way easier than I expected. I had tried for weeks to teach myself to jibe but a mix of not the proper gear nor the execution order was failing me. I’ve also took a beginner surfing classes which went super smoothly(if you forget the worn-out booties: P). I ended up doing much better than anticipated. It was a lot of fun. Oh and most important, they are very cool people :)
Kevin S.
Classificação do local: 5 Anchorage, AK
I enjoyed a great kiteboarding lesson with David. He took a friend and I through all the basics and had us out on the water with the kite on our own within a couple hours. They work through the IKO training organization and they provide you documentation on what you have learned so far. This allows you to continue your training at another IKO site and they will know what your training level is. The staff goes where the wind is so you may not reach them by phone/txt right away. It is worth the effort to make it happen though. Highly recommended.
John M.
Classificação do local: 1 Pleasanton, CA
I tried to arrange a windsurf lesson on Maui last week. I left a voice message at the office number, from the website. I left my information and asked for a return call to discuss options for the date/time/weather. They did not return my call. I then texted the phone number from the website inquiring about the lesson. They replied to the text and then I replied with my availability and inquired about the weather. I did not receive a text back. I later went to a local windsurfing shop and asked their opinion about the best place to take a lesson. They said«Action Sports is flakey». Flakiness confirmed, from my experience.
Susan G.
Classificação do local: 1 Tampa, FL
They cancelled our surfing lesson — but not until after I texted and called repeatedly for 5 hours trying to get an answer from someone. I have contacted them via text, email and phone to ask for a refund(they owe me almost $ 300), and no response. This occurred on March 20th. It’s now April 24th. I will never use this company again. And I would never recommend using this company.
Adam R.
Classificação do local: 5 Palo Alto, CA
These guys are great — fun, thoughtful, helpful with questions and info. Went out with Tim and Ian, and I have nothing but praise. Went from only riding twin tip, to loving directional strapless and learning a ton. Kids took first lesson with Ed and had a good experience. No idea why there are bad reviews… Great gear, nice folks, good instruction, cool main shop/club house. Everyone I met seemed to be having a great time.
Ben B.
Classificação do local: 5 Emeryville, CA
Action sports taught me well! I took a day course on Kiteboarding with them and I had a great time and learned a ton. I forget the name of the instructor, he was an older guy with long hair, but he taught me all the basics and had me out in the water practicing with the kite in an hour. I learned to tack, control my direction, control the kite and perform an emergency sail to shore. When I came into shore, I made sure to ask him lots of questions about how to improve my kiting. I have to say the winds were very strong in Maui and if I was not into much of a challenge, it would be a bit overwhelming out there. For me though when I was being jolted out of the water and catching air, it was just a big thrill! I wish I could’ve taken more than one day of classes though because you need at least 2 or 3 days to get on the board and really kiteboard.
Sasha R.
Classificação do local: 1 Mill Valley, CA
Let it be known that neither I nor the husband have ever placed foot on a waterboard, ever. So we were looking for a company that had a little more ‘education’ in its ‘lesson’. oh, you crazy mainlander, you. No, you haul your crap to the beach, you’re shown a few(essential) techniques, and then thrown into the water. They advertise a max of 3 people per instructor — we had 5. I was given a little more attention to start(as I was clearly the weak link in the group — mine should have been called a swimming lesson instead of a windsurfing lesson). but then was ABANDONED to my own unbalanced activities while the ‘instructor’ paced the beach and chatted with onlookers. Let’s just say that the 2 instructors employed by a separate outfit, in charge of the 3 novices surfing next to us, were the heroes of the morning. Since they were the ones, in the water, on their boards, shouting out instructions to me.
Chris H.
Classificação do local: 4 Corte Madera, CA
I took a kiteboarding lesson with Brian, who was very helpful and knowledgeable. They use Naish equipment. They seem to have the largest operation on Maui judging by the number of instructors. A small bonus is that they have a fresh water tank at the base truck to rinse yourself and your gear, for a less salty ride home.