What to bring for a kitesurfing clinic

A kitesurfing clinic needs more than kites and boards. Plan equipment and supplies for registration, changing, safety, refreshments and a full day on the beach. Check one complete equipment set per participant, then add spares for damaged lines, pumps or wetsuits. The shopping list below also covers practical items people often arrange too late, including waterproof storage, shade, cool boxes and a reliable way to keep phones dry.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentqty 2
Folding tableqty 6
Folding chairqty 30
Registration desk
Waste binqty 4

Sports equipment

Training kiteqty 10
Kitesurfboardqty 10
Kite barqty 10
Line setqty 10
Kite pumpqty 6
Wetsuitqty 25
Kitesurf harnessqty 20
Water helmetqty 25
Water shoesqty 25
Spare parts kitqty 2
Waterproof storage boxqty 4

Safety

Life jacketqty 25
First aid kitqty 2
Life ringqty 2
Whistleqty 6
Barrier tapeqty 4
Warning signqty 4

Equipment

Cool boxqty 4
Extension cordqty 2
Power stripqty 2
Mobile phone caseqty 4

Kitchen

Coffee makerqty 2
Kettleqty 2
Cutting boardqty 3
Bread knifeqty 3

Tableware

Reusable plateqty 30
Reusable glassqty 40
Reusable mugqty 30
Reusable cutleryqty 40
Serving platterqty 8

Lighting

LED lampqty 6
Flashlightqty 6

Cleaning

Hand soapqty 3
Towelqty 12
Cleaning spongeqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- White rolls - 40 pieces
- Whole wheat rolls - 20 pieces
- Herb cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Young cheese - 2.5 kilos
- Aged cheese - 1.5 kilos
- Turkey breast - 1,5 kilo
- Smoked chicken breast - 1,5 kilo
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Cucumbers - 2 kilos
- Red bell pepper - 1 kilo
- Arugula - 6 bags
- Mixed lettuce - 4 bags
- Carrots - 2 kilo
- Apples - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 25 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Nut mix - 2 kilo
- Muesli bars - 30 pieces
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Lemonade - 6 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 8 bottles
- Spa Red - 4 bottles
- Fruit juice - 6 cartons
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Stirrers - 100 pieces
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Ice cubes - 10 bags
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 4 packs

Tips

Count one wetsuit, helmet, harness, pair of watershoes and suitable board setup per participant, then prepare at least one or two spare sizes for last-minute fit problems.
Set aside a dedicated safety kit before loading the beach gear: first-aid supplies, a life ring, whistles, rescue vests, warning signs and enough barrier tape to mark the training zone.
Pack one cool box for drinks and food, and chill it before participants arrive. For a half-day clinic, allow roughly 1.5 litres of water per person, plus extra for instructors and hot weather.
Keep lines, pumps and reserve parts in a waterproof storage box at the registration area or equipment point. A small missing connector or damaged line can otherwise delay the first session by 15 to 30 minutes.
Prepare the registration table with waterproof phone protection, pens, forms and a clear attendance check before the group arrives. Bring a party tent or other shade, and test extension cords and power strips away from wet areas.

Frequently asked questions

How many kitesurfing equipment sets do I need for a clinic?: Plan one suitable kite, bar and line set per active participant when everyone will practise at the same time. For a group of 10, prepare 10 working sets and at least one spare pump and reserve-parts kit.
How much water should I bring to a kitesurfing clinic?: Allow about 1.5 litres of drinking water per participant for a half-day clinic, or 2 to 3 litres for a full day or hot conditions. Add extra bottles for instructors and keep them cold in cool boxes.
What safety equipment is needed for a kitesurfing clinic?: Prepare a first-aid kit, rescue vest, life ring, whistles, warning signs and barrier tape before the group reaches the beach. Check the rescue equipment and mark the safety zone at least 30 minutes before the first briefing.
When should I prepare wetsuits and helmets for the clinic?: Sort and check all sizes at least one day beforehand, then lay them out before participant arrival. Have one or two spare wetsuits and helmets available because fit issues commonly appear during check-in.

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