At Colona Watersports safety is very important; therefore there are a few things that you should know to make your kiteboarding experience safe and enjoyable.

Registration and Orientation - Before kiteboarding at any of our centres we require all kiteboarders to come in to our centre for registration and a brief safety orientation. During the registration we will take your personal details and emergency contact information. We will then give you a briefing about our safety procedures followed by a walk around the centre and the beach to show you where to launch and land, the recommended riding areas and where to rinse and store your equipment.

Equipment Rental - If you arrive without your own equipment and want to rent from us you must show proof of certification. If you do not have a certification card or similar we require that the first hour or so on the water will be under supervision with an instructor.

At both our centres you will find these safety rules posted on our information boards.

1. All kiteboarders must register with Colona Watersports before going out kiting.


2. Kiteboarders must show safe kite handling and good judgment before going out by themselves.


3. We do not allow private teaching on any of our beaches. All instruction must be conducted by Colona Watersports.


4. We do NOT allow the use of a board leash without a helmet


5. All kites must be equipped with a de-power system (leash) or other reliable system to separate the rider from the kite in case of emergency.


6. The use of helmets and impact/flotation vests is strongly recommended.


7. Launching and landing is only allowed within the designated areas.


8. Kiteboarding is not allowed closer to the beach than 50m except for within the designated launching areas.


9. Keep clear of any area where swimmers are present.


10. Standard "right of way" rules are in effect; please ask if you need clarification.


11. Reckless kiting will not be tolerated and may lead to being banned from the area.


12. Don't wear yourself out. If you get tired, come in for a break and a drink.

Have fun on the water and be careful!