Learn to kitesurf and improve your skills: In this book, the VDWS instructional team has compiled many interesting maneuvers and the steps to prepare for them. Over 300 brilliant color photos and illustrations provide a detailed and clear overview of the seven levels of kiteboarding. The necessary terminology is explained from the ground up. The VDWS provides a comprehensive overview of the various kite systems and shares plenty of tips and tricks for your first flying exercises and safe kiteboarding before moving on to describe riding upwind, jumping, and stylish moves.

The experience gained over the past few years has led the VDWS to develop a training concept that is being published for the first time in this book. Using a sophisticated level system, beginners and advanced riders are guided safely through small training sessions toward perfect technique and prepared for their goal —the Kiteboarding License .

Digital E-Learning Version

Since 2024, the Work & Style Book on Kitesurfing has also been available as a digital e-learning version.
The VDWS Academy is the ideal complement to your kitesurfing course. Alongside the course, you’ll find instructional videos and photo galleries on individual maneuvers, and riding technique experts will explain the mechanics of movement and help you build on the experience you gain on the water. Quiz questions at the end of each chapter help you track your progress and are the perfect way to prepare for the basic certification exam at the end of your course. The Academy also offers plenty of topics and maneuvers for advanced students to help you further improve your riding skills.

To access the content of the VDWS Academy, you must first register as a user, log in, and then enter the Academy Code. The courses you have unlocked will then appear in your personal Academy area.