Kitesurfing Sicily 2027 - Lessons at Lo Stagnone
KiteTherapy is a kitesurfing school based at Lo Stagnone Nature Reserve in north-west Sicily. We teach beginners and intermediate riders who want to progress efficiently and safely, drawing on many years of experience in extreme-sports coaching. Join our kitesurfing lessons in Sicily with an IKO-certified instructor.
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SEASON: 15 April to 30 October 2027
INSTRUCTOR: Wojciech Stopa
Lo Stagnone lagoon is an ideal place to learn kitesurfing. Shallow, flat water and thermal wind create excellent conditions for beginners, intermediate riders and advanced coaching. KiteTherapy provides high-quality kitesurfing lessons in Sicily with an experienced IKO instructor. Visit us and discover Sicily, whose distinctive Italian-African character has kept drawing us back since 2014.
This is a kitesurfer’s dream: a vast lagoon with flat, shallow water, sunsets over the Egadi Islands, reliable thermal wind and a pistachio cornetto with freshly ground Italian coffee after your session.
Kitesurfing at Lo Stagnone in Sicily suits both first-time students and riders focused on steady progression. The relaxed village atmosphere, Mediterranean lifestyle and spectacular natural setting make it easy to combine training with a genuine Italian holiday. Beyond the water, north-west Sicily offers Erice, turquoise coves and outstanding food shaped by Sicilian and Italian traditions.
Typical summer and autumn conditions:
- Northerly wind: thermal, steady and cooler, usually 15-20 knots.
- Southerly wind: warmer, stronger and gustier, reaching 20-30 knots.
- Temperature: usually around 30°C from June to September and about 20°C on average in autumn.
KiteTherapy Kitesurfing School
Professional kitesurfing lessons in Sicily.
Lo Stagnone offers exceptional conditions for kitesurfing. We teach on the lagoon throughout the spring, summer and autumn season. Its shallow, flat water makes it one of Europe’s most accessible places to learn and progress.
Our kite school in Sicily offers private kitesurfing lessons, structured courses and advanced coaching.
Conditions for beginners and experienced riders
Yoga sessions
Help finding accommodation
Help arranging car or scooter rental
Airport transfer support
Island excursions
Come and experience Sicily with us.
WHEN?
15 April to 30 October 2027
WHERE?
Birgi Vecchi, near Trapani, at Lo Stagnone lagoon
WHY HERE?
Lo Stagnone is one of Europe’s best places to learn kitesurfing at any level.
WHY KITE THERAPY?
Kitesurfing is our passion and way of life. KiteTherapy was created to teach the sport properly and share the freedom that brings people back to the water.
LO STAGNONE KITESURFING SPOT, SICILY
Lo Stagnone is a superb kitesurfing spot for beginners and advanced riders, with flat, shallow water across a large lagoon. The season generally runs from April to the end of October. Local thermal effects strengthen the wind and create excellent conditions for lessons and coaching. In most areas the water is no deeper than waist height, helping beginners learn with confidence and giving experienced riders room to practise.
The lagoon lies beside Birgi, a quiet Sicilian village where life moves at an easy pace. Good wind, Mediterranean temperatures and spectacular sunsets make a kitesurfing holiday here a memorable experience. Our kite school at Lo Stagnone provides the equipment and guidance you need, from a beginner kitesurfing course to focused progression. The flat, shallow lagoon is also well suited to lessons for children and teenagers, using appropriate equipment and qualified instruction.
HOW TO PLAN YOUR KITESURFING HOLIDAY
How to organise your trip to Sicily:
- Choose your kitesurfing course in Sicily.
- Select your dates. Check current flights on Ryanair, then contact us to confirm lesson availability.
- Book your flight. Trapani Airport is approximately 5 km from Lo Stagnone; Palermo Airport is around 90 km away.
- Book accommodation. We can help you find a suitable place, or you can browse Booking.com and Airbnb.
- Plan your transport. We can help with car or scooter rental and airport transfers.
- Pack your bags and get ready for Sicily.
- Contact us and we will help you put everything together.
Which kitesurfing course do we recommend?
For beginners, we recommend private kitesurfing lessons because one-to-one coaching is the most efficient way to learn. Your instructor focuses entirely on you, so each hour is adapted to your pace and progress. Lo Stagnone’s large, shallow lagoon provides a controlled environment for safe, productive training.
Shared lessons work well during the first three hours, when much of the course covers equipment, kite handling, safety systems and wind theory. Once training moves into the water, private instruction usually delivers faster progress and more time actively practising each skill.
KITESURFING LESSONS IN SICILY
The price of a private or shared lesson with an IKO-certified instructor includes:
all equipment required for a professional lesson: kite, bar, harness, board, helmet, radio communication with the instructor and a training jersey
the Lo Stagnone spot fee at Stagnone Kitesurf, including access to:
toilets, showers, bar, shaded lounge area, parking and beach assistance with launching and landing kites
usually up to 15 minutes of extra time to select and prepare equipment together or pack it away after the lesson
GoPro video analysis, usually from the water-start stage, provided during the session or on request
Private hydrofoil lesson: €75 per hour
Kite control is the foundation of independent riding. Our kitesurfing course covers correct equipment setup, walking safely with the kite, body dragging, using the kite as a sail and the practical skills needed to become a confident, independent kitesurfer. We teach at Lo Stagnone because its conditions support safe learning and measurable progress. Our goal is to share the sport and show how rewarding an active holiday on the water can be.
LESSONS AND PRICES
We offer kitesurfing lessons in Sicily with an experienced, certified IKO instructor for every riding level:
- Private lesson: €70/hour
- Package of 8 hours or more: €65/hour
- Package of 16 hours or more: €60/hour
- Shared lesson for two: €45/person/hour
- Spot fee: €8/day
Payment is settled after your final lesson, and you pay only for the hours actually completed.
FOR INDEPENDENT RIDERS
Kitesurfing equipment rental: €80/day*
*Equipment rental is available to independent kitesurfers. Before handing over the equipment, the instructor will verify safe launching and landing, upwind riding, returning to the launch point and correct use of the safety systems. If needed, we recommend a one-hour private lesson to learn the local rules at Lo Stagnone and confirm that you are ready to ride independently. During rental, you are responsible for the equipment and your own safety.
Equipment rental is available to riders who are fully independent on the water, subject to instructor verification or an IKO Level 3 certificate.
Shinn foil rental, P or K wing with 45 cm or 105 cm mast: €75/day
How long does it take to learn kitesurfing?
A complete beginner kitesurfing course, from the fundamentals to independent riding, usually takes around 15-20 hours. The first controlled board starts are often possible after about six hours, although progress depends on the conditions, fitness and the individual student. Learning alone can be dangerous, so it is worth starting with a qualified instructor. We have taught since 2009 and know how to deliver kitesurfing lessons safely and effectively at every level.
What happens when there is no wind?
KiteTherapy kitesurfing school in Sicily runs lessons only in safe, suitable wind. If the wind is too light, we can use the time for video analysis and theory, or explore Sicily, from San Vito Lo Capo and the Zingaro Nature Reserve to other kite spots such as Capo Feto and Puzziteddu. Evenings bring spectacular sunsets, local food and time to relax.
Car and scooter rental, airport transfers and accommodation in Sicily
Ask us about trusted accommodation options and additional services, including airport transfers and help arranging a car or scooter. Public transport is limited in this part of Sicily, so a car gives you more freedom to explore beyond the kite spot.
Accommodation
Most of the accommodation options below are close to the lagoon. If they do not suit you, ask us for alternatives or check Booking.com and Airbnb. When possible, send us the property you have found and we will ask the owner whether a better direct rate is available.
1. Accommodation in Birgi Vecchi, close to the spot
– hotel room
– B&B room
– apartment
– studio apartment
– house
Typical distances from accommodation near the spot:
300 m to the nearest bar and restaurant, Incanto
400 m from the resort to the lagoon; our usual teaching area is 900 m from Santa Maria Resort
1.6 km to the Czech bar by the spot
2 km to Saro-Tonino bar and a shop selling fresh local produce, fruit, vegetables, wine and nuts
3.4 km to Cantina Birgi, with local wine from €1 per litre
3.4 km to the nearest supermarket
4 km to San Teodoro sandy beach
5.4 km to Trapani Airport
13 km to Marsala
9 km to Trapani
2. Accommodation approximately 4-5 km from the spot
600 m to Saro bar for Sicilian food, coffee and wine
700 m to Master Pizza
900 m to Cantina Birgi
1 km to the nearest supermarket and local-produce shop
1 km to Il Mulino for breakfast or lunch
1.2 km to De Vita restaurant
Most places are within a 15-minute walk. Travel farther by bicycle, scooter or car.
3.4 km to Trapani Airport
4.5 km to Lo Stagnone
5.5 km to San Teodoro beach
11 km to Marsala
18 km to Trapani
FLIGHTS TO SICILY
Trapani-Birgi Airport (TPS) is closest to Lo Stagnone. Palermo Airport (PMO) is the main alternative. Routes, flight days and prices change, so check current details before booking.
How can you find current flights to Sicily?
- Compare connections to Trapani and Palermo.
- Check schedules on the official Ryanair and Wizz Air websites.
- Before buying a ticket, send us your arrival and departure dates so we can confirm lesson availability.
- If you bring your own equipment, check current sports-baggage rules and fees.
After booking your course, we can help plan the airport transfer and suggest accommodation near the spot.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Transfer availability and price depend on the airport, arrival time and number of passengers. Contact us before travelling.
- Trapani-Birgi (TPS): the closest airport to Lo Stagnone.
- Palermo (PMO): an alternative with more possible connections.
Send your flight details through the booking form. We will reply with information about lessons, transfers and your stay.
TEAM
Wojciech Stopa
IKO LEVEL 3 INSTRUCTOR
If you arrive by air, we can arrange collection. See you on the water.
Message or call us to book your kitesurfing adventure.
Kitesurfing at sunset in Sicily is an experience you will remember.
Lo Stagnone is an excellent choice for beginner lessons thanks to its moderate wind and flat, shallow water.
See you in Sicily,
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