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Dakhla Wave & Strapless Freestyle with Matchu Lopes

With:Matchu Lopes 
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Location:Dakhla
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Scheduled for:5 - 11 September 2023
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Cost of trip:€1,590 (shared luxury quad bungalow)
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Number of Places:10
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What's included:
  • Luxury eco-accommodation in shared bungalows 
  • Full board with local and international themed buffets
  • Airport transfers 
  • 20 hours of coaching over 5 days 
  • Daily yoga 
  • TheKiteMag T-shirt and rash vest

Calling all kitesurfers keen to take their riding skills to the next level during an action packed long weekend clinic, while enjoying a luxurious stay and the breath-taking scenery of the Cornish coast. All this in the company of no other but one of kitesurfing most prominent UK ambassadors – Tom Court. 

Suited towards independent riders who want to progress, this intensive clinic will elevate your skills to the next level, regardless if you are keen to lock in a new freestyle trick, improve your freeride technique or add a few meters to your personal Woo/Surf record. 

Tom is an incredible coach with years of kiting and coaching experience in every discipline, and with an incredible amount of experience and knowledge of UK kite conditions. He will work with you personally on the water, followed by video analysis and debrief in the evenings to help you make the most of your time in the clinic.  

For this clinic we will be staying in a luxurious villa set in an acre of private landscaped garden, located 500m from the perfection of Watergate Bay, on the North Coast of Cornwall, just a couple of miles from Newquay. 

The Coach

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Matchu Lopes

Currently ranked #1 in the Kite-surf discipline, winner of the GKA Kite-surf World Championship in 2016 and runner up on three other occasions, Matchu Lopes is a true legend in the world of kitesurfing. Master of big waves and barrels, Matchu’s free-flowing style is the envy of most wave riders, as he combines power, finesse and flawless technique with a style that perfectly captures the surf roots of the sport. 

For this clinic Matchu will be there to use his knowledge to improve your riding – he is a highly experienced coach and has taught everything from beginner through to advanced level riding. Off the water Matchu has a well-deserved reputation as one of the friendliest and easiest going kitesurfers you are ever likely to meet… His love for the sport and for life is truly infectious!

Itinerary

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5 September

This day is the official arrival day and you can kite freely or relax in one of the hammocks on the beach and become acquainted with Ocean Vagabond Lassarga.

6 - 10 September

Every day you will wake up to the sound of the ocean and start the day with a delicious breakfast. The early birds can also join a sunrise yoga session on the beach. You will make the plan for the day and get ready to hit the water. Depending on the conditions, Matchu will take you to the best spot for the day. Each day you will have four hours of coaching with Matchu, where he will work with you on the goals you want to achieve. 

The evenings are reserved for a delicious dinner at the resort, and unwinding under the spell of the stunning ocean sunsets and desert sky.

11 September

Departure day. After an awesome time, it’s time to head home. Depending on your departure time, you might be able to squeeze in a last kite session…

Spots

Lassarga

Lassarga is the spot in Dakhla which lies at the outermost end of the Dakhla peninsula. It has an amazing wave spot right in front of the report, less than 50 meters from your bungalow, with right hand waves breaking endlessly down the  point, and also with a flatwater lagoon spot just around the corner.

Accommodation

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Ocean Vagabond Lassarga

Is this clinic suitable for me?

If you are riding independently and want to improve your wave riding and strapless skills, you are ready to join.

Included

  • Luxury eco-accommodation in shared bungalows
  • Full board with local and international themed buffets
  • Airport transfers
  • 20 hours of coaching over 5 days
  • Daily yoga
  • TheKiteMag T-shirt and rash vest

Not Included

  • Flights
  • Kitesurfing gear
  • Insurance
  • Extra snacks & drinks

Places are strictly limited so book now to avoid disappointment!

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