All Kitesurfing Schools

Founded in 2004 by Mino Bastia, Salento Coast Ovest is one of the oldest kitesurfing schools in Salento. Certified by FIV (Italian Sailing Federation), it operates on two spots on the Ionian coast: Lido Pizzo in Gallipoli and Torre San Giovanni. All students benefit from one year of free access to the Meteo24 live weather service, with real-time wind speed and direction.

Active since 2007, Locals Crew ASD is a true water sports network covering Salento. Triple certification IKO, FIV, and FISSW, the school offers a full range of activities: kitesurf, windsurf, catamaran, wakeboard, SUP, surf, and wingfoil. It operates on three spots on the Ionian coast.

KITE Salento, led by instructor Marco Conte, is based at Torre dell'Orso on the Adriatic coast. Recognized on TripAdvisor for the quality of its teaching, the school is distinguished by a long training corridor that allows students to repeat exercises and progress quickly. Marco adapts his method to each student's level, with a strong focus on safety.

Locals Salento Kitesurf is based at Torre Mozza (Ugento) and covers all spots in Salento, on both coasts (Ionian and Adriatic). IKO certified, the school offers kitesurfing and surfing lessons as well as equipment rental. Its website is a reference for wind conditions and detailed descriptions of each Salento spot.

AK Scuola KiteSurf is based on Alimini beach, near Otranto. Described as the 'best kite center in Salento' on TripAdvisor, the school has excellent instructors and a fantastic beach. The Alimini spot benefits from Otranto channel thermals which strengthen north winds.

Scuola Kite Lecce ASD is based in Frigole, the home spot on the Adriatic coast near Lecce. Instructor Stefano is recognized for his professionalism and the quality of his lessons. The school is described as the best kite school in Salento on TripAdvisor.

Evolution Kitesurfing is led by Valerio, a globetrotter with international kitesurfing experience. Students report learning essential techniques in just 6 hours, including piloting in the wind window and relaunching. Reviews describe him as 'the best teacher I have ever had'.