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Kos - Kefalos Windsurf & Sailing Centre - Kos - Kefalos, Greece & Mediterranean
The Sportif windsurfing centre in Kefalos, Kos is located on the beach in a large open bay on the south-west coast of Kos Island and is our recommended windsurfing centre in Kefalos providing rental, instruction hobie cat dingy sailing, stand up paddle boarding with free use of SUPs when renting and yoga.
Open May - October.
Location
The centre is located on Kefalos beach in a large open bay on the south-west coast of Kos. The local Meltemi side-offshore wind create flat water conditions, ideal for beginners, slalom and freestyle. With the natural geology of the bay, the local thermal winds are accelerating as the day progresses and can reach 30 knots, making this one of the very best spots on the island for wind and a stunning location to sail in. Beginners usually practise in the morning when the wind conditions are less strong, typically 10-20 knots. The thermal effect cause strong winds in the afternoon, making it ideal for slalom and freestyle, whilst the morning has perfect wind conditions for beginners.
Facilities
There are many facilities surrounding the centre which include beach bars and tavernas, supermarkets, internet cafes, exchange bureaux, car hire and a cash point. There are also sunbeds on beach for you to enjoy when not on the water. A full rental and instruction service with a wide choice of the latest F2, Fanatic and Patrik Dietelm Boards and North and Sailloft Sails. Private sailing tuition and dinghy hire also available. Private Storage: Limited space available for those with their own equipment at an additional charge. (This is required to be booked in advance to guarantee availability.)
Sports & Actitivites
The centre has a weekly beach BBQ, local taverna/bar nights close by, free snorkelling equipment for guest of the centre, beach volleyball court close to the centre, tennis courts within walking distance. Other activities available include yoga, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), dingy sailing, scuba diving in Kardamena or Kos town, mountain biking, horse riding, excursions to the Ancient Forest of Plaka, go karting in Kos town. There are also also other water sports on offer which include waterski, wakeboard, boogie boards, ringo's, parascending, jet skis, banana ride, pedaloes and canoes.
Kit Range
Latest equipment from Fanatic, F2 Patrik Diethelm & North Sails. Appoximately 68 rigs.
BOARDS
Standard Pool Patrik Diethelm F-Ride 125, 135, 145, 155; Freestyle-Wave 112; Freestyle 107 Fanatic Shark 120, 135, 150; Gecko 133, 135, 146, 156+; Blast LTD 115, 130; Gecko Bamboo 105, 112, 120; Hawk 111, 113, 125, 135; Ray 110; Freewave 116; Skate 110 F2 Vento 96, 116; Vibe 94, 104; Rodeo 98, 108. VIP/Slalom Pool Patrik Diethelm Slalom 110,128, 135; Fanatic Falcon 110, 120; F2 SX Racing 111, 135.
RIGS Standard Pool Sailloft Cross 6.5, 7.0, 7.5; Quad 3.3, 4.0, 4.4, 4.6, 4.8, 5.2 North e_type 6.2, 6.6, 7.3, 7.8, 8.2; Volt 3.4, 3.7, 4.0, 4.2, 4.5, 4.7, 5.0, 5.3, 5.9 VIP/Slalom Pool North Warp 6.3, 7.0; Ram 6.3, 7.0, 7.8 Sailloft Ultimate 6.3, 7.0, 7.8 Ram Slalom 7.8, 7.0, 6.3 Kids 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 |
Rental
WINDSURF RENTAL | 6/7 days from |
13/14 days from |
Standard Board & Sail (Pool) |
Low Season £180 High Season £220 |
Low Season £285 High Season £360 |
VIP/Slalom Board & Sail (Pool) |
Low Season £250 High Season £315 |
Low Season £430 High Season £535 |
Non Consecutive Days Standard | 4 out of 7 £185 | 9 out of 14 £260 |
Non Consecutive Days VIP Slalom | 4 out of 7 £295 | 9 out of 14 £430 |
Kit Storage (1 board, 2 rigs) |
£70 | £140 |
Harness, wetsuit | Euro 10 per board - payable locally* | |
Kids Rental 20% discount |
Family Share +30% | |
Equipment Damage Waiver (*Payable locally) |
6-7 days Euro 25 (standard boards) 6-7 days Euro 50 (VIP boards) |
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Please Note: You may be required to pay a damage waiver/insurance fee locallybefore it is rented. A restriction on the number of repairs per fee may be in place. For full details and costs, please contact Sportif in advance of travel. Sportif recommend you take insurance against equipment damage & third party liability insurance in addition to your medical & general travel insurance.* The centre does not take credit cards or cheques, local cash payments only. |
Each season a minimum of 50% of the boards are new and 100% of the sails. The centre doesn't fix you to a specific board, they allow you to try a range of the boards which they have available. You can choose your equipment depending on the conditions and also your progession during your holiday. The centre also have the latest training rigs and equipment available for children and beginners.
DINGHY RENTAL | 1hr from |
5hr from |
10hrs from |
RS Feva | £25 | £108 | £200 |
Hobie Cat 15 | £30 | £128 | £236 |
Please Note: Dinghy rental is not available to pre- book. |
Catamaran trips are also available at a cost of £21 per person. There is no skill necessary, min. 2 max. 3 people per boat (+ instrustor), duration 1hr
Tuition
Windsurfing Tuition
Beginner, Refresher, children 7-12yrs, Advanced, Private & Shared Private.
Training is available 7 days per week. Instruction follows the RYA method of teaching and all of the Instructors are RYA Qualified. Since 2010 the windsurfing centre is also an official VDWS training centre offering international windsurfing licenses. Various courses and sessions are available at the center. All of the training includes theory and on the water sessions with a maximum of 6 people on group courses. If there is only one student booked in on a course, the length of the lesson time is reduced.
WINDSURF INSTRUCTION | Duration | Prices from |
Kid's Beginners course - morning sessions (to 11 years only) |
3 x 1 hrs | £120 |
Beginners course - morning sessions INCLUDING 3 full days beginner rental equipment. |
3 x 2 hrs | £150 |
Refresher course (Beginners only) - morning sessions INCLUDING 3 full days Standard Pool rental equipment. |
3 x 2 hrs | £220 |
Advanced Lesson - min 3 people not including equipment (If less than 3 persons, the lesson time will be reduced.) |
2 hrs |
£40 |
Private Lesson | 1 hour | £40 |
Shared Private Lesson | 1 hour | £30 per person |
VDWS Exam and License including course material & exam Fee |
Kids Euro 30 Adults Euro 35 *Payable locally |
SAILING INSTRUCTION | Duration | Prices from |
Private Lesson | 1 hour | £35 |
Shared Private Lesson | 1 hour | £25 per person |
For sailing tuition, boat is not included in the lesson and are not prebookable.
Fact File
Sailing Conditions
Suitability:
Beginners
Intermediates
Freestyle
Wave
Great Reasons to go to Kos, Kefalos, Greece |
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Best Time: June-September. Launch: Sandy beach, shelving quickly into deeper water. Wind Direction: Cross offshore from right. Wind Type: Meltemi, light in the morning; midday strengths due to thermals. Shorebreak: None to slight. Water Conditions: Flatwater slalom blasting and wave sailing. Suitability: All levels. |
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