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Who are these gap year Kitesurf experiences for?- Anyone wanting to progress their personal Kite Surfing ability, no matter what your starting level
- For Kitesurfing beginners, intermediate & advanced Kitesurfers
- Anyone travelling alone who wants to be part of a group Groups travelling together
- Anyone who wants to combine a Spanish course or Portuguese course with Kitesurfing
- Anyone looking to train to a professional level and become a Kitesurfing Instructor
We at Fluid Feeling pride ourselves on providing excellent gap year Kitesurfing experiences, not just courses, for anyone looking to Kitesurf during their gap year / year out travelling abroad.
Whether you are planning on travelling alone or in a group, we will customise your Kitesurfing gap year to include what you want and leave out what you dont want.
Our aim is to make you as passionate about Kitesurfing as we are. For this reason, we have selected the best Kitesurfing destinations, with the most reliable conditions for Kitesurfing, a range of extra activities, fun, relaxation and night life.
In addition to improving your personal Kitesurfing ability, we also offer the following optional extras:
- Language courses
- Volunteer teaching work & other projects (totally optional)
- Professional kite surf instructor qualifications (iko level 1 kite surf instructor & assistant instructor
Combining professional Kitesurf instructor training & gap year travel abroad with Fluid Feeling is guaranteed to make your gap year an unforgettable & rewarding experience, earning money to fund your gap year travel.
A professional instructing qualification will also look very impressive on your CV to future employers, especially in a new, fast-growing and different sport such as Kitesurfing.
In short, Fluid Feeling offer you a complete gap year Kitesurfing experience that may start with us, but the benefits of which will last much longer.
Contact us for more information, or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
Kitesurfing gap year Brazil: Prea, Jeri & Paracuru
Why Prea, Jericoacoara & Paracuru, Brazil?
- The wind is just mind-blowingly good!
- The wind blows every day, 20 30 knots
- Huge, soft sand beach that is empty & never crowded
- Miles of coastline for epic Kitesurfing downwinders you can Kitesurf all the way down the coast from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara, some 300kms of downwind Kitesurfing pleasure
- All water conditions from flat lagoons to waves
- Varied water conditions:
- Choppy water, waves & ramps for jumping
- Jericoacoara is a wicked little town with a great atmosphere. You dont even need shoes in Jericoacoara because all the streets are sand
- Great restaurants - lots of different styles of cuisine from French & Italian to local Brazilian food
- The best Caipirinha cocktails in the world - naturally - and they not expensive!
- Altogether its just Kitesurfing & water sports heaven and an awesome place where you could happily spend far more than 2 months - Many people have come to Jericoacoara & Prea and never left again!
Brazil Kitesurfing gap year outline:
The basic Kitesurfing gap year package includes:
- Transfers from & to Fortaleza Airport
- Accommodation in Fortaleza for a night if flight times necessitate
- Comfortable, twin / shared room in hotel B&B in Jericoacoara (single occupancy available on request)
- Ongoing
Kitesurfing coaching, tips & advice once beyond beginner level from IKO certified Kitesurfing instructor host - Maximum time on the water to develop & progress your personal kitesurfing skills improved performance is guaranteed
- Transfers to the kite beach from Jericoacoara
- Kitesurf 7 days a week if you so wish
- Video analysis
- Excursions
- Other activities
- Nights out
Extra:
Because everyone is different, we arrange the Kite Surfing lessons & Kitesurfing equipment hire package on an individual basis. This is
NOT included in the basic package price
Contact us to customise the basic Kitesurfing gap year package by adding the following to suit your needs and your budget:
- Bespoke KiteSurfing lessons to suit your level
- Kite Surfing equipment hire
Other Add-on options:
- Kitesurfing Clinic / Camp with North Kiteboarding International Team PRO kitesurfers the worlds best Kiters teaching you their top tips & secrets to make you a better Kitesurfer, no matter how good you already are
- Combine your Kitesurfing with Windsurfing
- Would you like to learn some Portuguese while you are in Brazil? If so, let us know
Contact us to tailor make your very own Gap Year experience just the way YOU want it to be
NOT included in the basic Kitesurfing gap year package:
- Flights & airport taxes
- Visas
- Food (unless otherwise stated / requested)
- Personal travel & medical insurance
Where are the Kite Surfing lessons based?
Kitesurfing lessons are based at Club Mistral SKYRIDERS Kitesurfing centre in Prea, an iko approved Kiteboarding centre & VDWS water sports centre, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality & safety currently available in Kitesurfing.
When is the Brazil Kitesurfing Gap Year?
Click here to see the BRAZIL Kitesurfing Gap Year dates & prices:
Want to book?
Click here to fill out a simple booking form and we will do the rest:Would you like more information?
For more information about our Brazil destinations, the kitesurfing conditions etc. use the links below:
Contact us for more information or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
Dont mind travelling alone? Dont want to travel in a group? Dates dont suit you?
Fluid Feeling will happily arrange your own, private Kitesurfing Gap Year or time out. Contact us
Get qualified to teach kitesurfing:
A great way to guarantee an exciting, affordable & rewarding Gap Year See iko Kitesurf instructor training courses & Professional development
Worried about what you are going to do when you get back from your Gap Year?
See Gap Year Coaching services below, OR, Contact us now for more information
Kitesurfing gap year Venezuela; El Yaque & Coche
Why El Yaque & Coche Venezuela?
- Reliable trade winds intensified by thermals every day it is very rare that you cannot Kitesurf
- Good,varied conditions from flat water, steady wind perfection of Coche to the more challenging Kitesurfing conditions in El Yaque, they all make you a stronger, more experienced Kitesurfer capable of tackling any Kitesurf spot
- A great destination for learning to Kitesurf & for progressing your level of Kitesurfing; warm climate & warm water
- Relaxing, fun, surfer town atmosphere
- Mix of Latin American & Caribbean cultures
- Merengue & Salsa dancing
- Fun nights out
- Lots of options for eating out from Pizzas at Mobu, to local Venezuelan dishes at Fuerza 6, to mouth-watering Thai cuisine at Cafe Local
- Beer & Rum are free-flowing - after all, you are in the Caribbean!!
Venezuela Kitesurfing gap year outline:
The basic Kitesurfing gap year package includes:
- Transfers from & to Porlamar Airport
-
Comfortable, twin / shared room in hotel B&B (single occupancy available on request) - Ongoing kitesurfing coaching, tips & advice once beyond beginner level from IKO certified kitesurfing instructor hosts
- Maximum time on the water to develop & progress your personal kitesurfing skills improved performance is guaranteed
- Kitesurf 7 days a week if you so wish
- Video analysis
- Extra excursions & other activities
- Nights out
Extra:
Because everyone is different, we arrange the Kite Surfing lessons & Kitesurfing equipment hire package on an individual basis. This is
NOT included in the basic package price.
Contact us to customise the basic Kitesurfing gap year package by adding the following to suit your needs & budget:
- Bespoke kite surfing lessons to suit your level
- Kite surfing equipment hire
Other Add-on options:
- Kitesurf Clinic & Camps with North Kiteboarding International Team PRO kitesurfers the worlds best Kiters teaching you their top tips & secrets to make you a better Kitesurfer, no matter how good you already are
- Combine your Kitesurfing with Windsurfing
- Spanish lessons: Private Spanish tuition or group Spanish lessons
Contact us to customize your Kitesurfing gap year just how YOU want it to be
NOT included in the basic Kitesurfing Gap Year package:
- Flights & airport taxes
- Visas
- Food (unless otherwise stated / requested)
- Personal travel & medical insurance
Where are the Kite Surfing lessons based?
Kite Surfing lessons are based at Club Mistral SKYRIDERS dual IKO Kiteboarding & VDWS certified kitesurfing Centers in El Yaque & Coche Island, guaranteeing the highest standards of quality & safety currently available in Kitesurfing.
When is the Venezuela Kitesurfing Gap Year?
Click here to see Venezuela Kitesurfing Gap Year dates & prices:Want to book?
Click here to fill out a simple booking form and we will do the rest:Would you like more information?
For more information about these destinations and the Kitesurfing conditions in El Yaque & Coche, click on the links below:
See El Yaque & Coche photo gallery
Contact us now for more information or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
Dont mind travelling alone? Dont want to travel in a group? Dates dont suit you?
Fluid Feeling will happily arrange your own, private kitesurfing Gap Year or time out. Contact us
Get qualified to teach kitesurfing:
A great way to guarantee an exciting, affordable & rewarding Gap Year See iko Kitesurf instructor training courses & Professional development
Worried about what you are going to do when you get back from your Gap Year?
See Gap Year Coaching services below, OR, Contact us now for more information
Kitesurfing gap year in the Dominican Republic
Why Cabarete, Dominican Republic?
- Great conditions for all water sports; Kitesurfing, Surfing & Windsurfing
- Good wind conditions for learning & refining your Kitesurfing skills
- Some of the best Surfing conditions in the Caribbean with famous surf spots like Playa Encuentro
- Comfortable, relaxing accommodation at the Surf Camp in Cabarete with half-board food included
- Chilled-out surf town atmosphere
- Loads of other adventure / other activities & things to do
- Practice your Spanish or take Spanish lessons
- Great night life and wicked parties
- Many good restaurants & places to eat & drink
Cabarete Kite Surfing Gap Year outline:
The basic Kitesurfing Gap Year package includes:
- Transfers from & to Puerto Plata Airport
- Comfortable, twin / shared room at Surf Camp Hotel (single occupancy available on request)
-
Daily breakfast - Daily evening meals are also included
- Ongoing kitesurfing coaching, tips & advice once beyond beginner level from IKO certified kitesurfing instructor hosts
- Maximum time on the water to develop & progress your personal kitesurfing skills improved performance is guaranteed
- Kite surf 7 days a week if you so wish
- Video analysis
- Extra excursions & other activities
- Nights out
EXTRA:
Because everyone is different, we arrange the Kite Surfing lessons & Kitesurfing equipment hire package on an individual basis. This is
NOT included in the basic package price.
Contact us to customise the basic Kitesurfing gap year package by adding the following to suit your needs & budget:
- Bespoke Kite Surfing lessons to suit your level
- KiteSurfing equipment hire
Other Add-on options:
- Combine your kitesurfing with surfing & / or windsurfing
- Spanish lessons: Learn at a proper Spanish school or have private Spanish tuition
Contact us to customize your kitesurfing Gap Year just how YOU want it to be
NOT included:
- Flights & airport taxes
- Visas
- Food (unless otherwise stated / requested)
- Personal travel & medical insurance
Where are the Kite Surfing lessons based?
Kite Surf lessons are based at Club Mistral SKYRIDERS iko Kiteboarding & VDWS certified Kitesurfing School in Cabarete, guaranteeing good standards of quality & safety.
When is the Dominican Republic Kitesurfing Gap Year?
Click here to see Dominican Republic Gap Year Kitesurfing dates & prices:Want to book?
Click here to fill out a simple booking form and we will do the rest:Would you like more information?
For more information about this destination, the kitesurfing conditions and your accommodation in Cabarete, click on the link below:
Contact us now for more information or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
Dont mind travelling alone? Dont want to travel in a group? Dates dont suit you?
Fluid Feeling will happily arrange your own, private kitesurfing Gap Year or time out. Contact us
Get qualified to teach kitesurfing:
A great way to guarantee an exciting, affordable & rewarding Gap Year See iko kite surf instructor training courses & professional development
Worried about what you are going to do when you get back from your Gap Year?
See Gap Year Coaching services below OR Contact us now for more information
Kitesurfing Gap Year dates & prices
| Kitesurf Destinations: (All prices in Euro / person, subject to availability) |
2 weeks: Course dates / Prices starting from: |
4 weeks: Course dates / Prices starting from: |
6 weeks: Course dates / Prices starting from: |
8 weeks: Course dates / Prices starting from: |
| Brazil |
Any time between 2 Sep - 14 Oct '08 EUR 750 |
Any time between 2 Sep - 14 Oct '08 EUR 1,350 |
Any time between 2 Sep - 14 Oct '08 EUR 1,950 |
On Request |
| Venezuela |
Any time between 23 Mar 18 May 09 EUR 750 |
Any time between EUR 1,350 |
Any time between 23 Mar 18 May 09 EUR 1,950 |
23 Mar 18 May 09 EUR 2,350 |
| Dominican Republic |
Any time between EUR 675 |
Any time between EUR 1,200 |
Any time between EUR 1,650 |
16 Jun - 9 Aug '09 EUR 1,950 |
Want to book?
Fill out this simple booking form and we will do the restWould you like more information?
Contact us now for more information or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
Other Gap Year options:
For your gap year, select the option that best suits you:
- Single sport:
- Multi-sport:
- Language & sport:
- Instructor courses & professional development:
- Careers coaching services for Gap Year students:
Single sport gap years:
Beginner to Advanced Levels designed for maximum progression & fun:
| Sport: |
Destinations: |
When? |
| Kitesurfing |
||
| Windsurfing |
Brazil | Venezuela | Dominican Republic | Go to Windsurfing Gap years |
| Surf |
Dominican Republic | |
| SnowKite |
Norway | Go to SnowKiting Gap Years |
Contact us for more information.
Multi- sport gap years:
Beginner to Advanced Levels designed for maximum progression & fun:| Multi-Sport: |
Destinations: |
When? |
| KiteSurf & Surf |
Dominican Republic | Go to KiteSurfing Gap Years |
| KiteSurf & Windsurf |
Brazil | Venezuela | Go to KiteSurf Gap Years |
| Surf & Windsurf & Kitesurf |
Dominican Republic | Go to KiteSurfing Gap Years |
| SnowKite & Kitesurf |
Norway followed by Venezuela | Feb - May |
Contact us for more information.
Language and sport gap year travel:
Beginner to Advanced Levels designed for maximum progression & fun:| Language and Sport | Destination |
|
Spanish and Kite Surfing, Surfing, Windsurfing (Choose any 1, or combination) |
Tarifa Dominican Republic Venezuela |
|
Portuguese and Kitesurfing, Windsurfing (Choose one or both) |
Brazil |
Contact us for more information.
Instructor Courses & Professional Development:
| Course: |
Destinations: |
| IKO Kite Surf Instructor Training Courses |
Brazil | Venezuela | Dominican Republic |
| IKO Snow Kite / Kite Ski Instructor Training Courses |
Norway |
Contact us for more information:
Career Coaching for Gap Year students:
A Gap Year is a brilliant way to refresh yourself and your outlook and think about where you're going. Whether your Gap Year lasts for a few weeks, a few months or much longer, it's an opportunity for you to get a fresh perspective and think clearly your job options.
However, we know that this is not necessarily as easy as it sounds. The options for Gap Years are wider than they have ever been. You can simply go backpacking, you can get involved in voluntary work, you can try out some extreme sports or learn a new language or other skill. All of these are great experiences in their own right...but the chances are you will get back from your supposedly life-changing experience and you'll still be asking yourself the question: "What do I want to do with my life?"
That's where we come in.
We not only offer an exciting range of adventure sport, language & professional development experiences, we combine these with the highest quality career coaching and advice so that you can think constructively about your career options and make the most of your gap year travel abroad.
Who does the Careers Coaching?
Fluid Feeling work exclusively with City Life Coaching to offer Careers advice & Career Coaching services.
City Life Coaching is one of the best advisers in the UK and works with many recruitment agencies.
- Jenny Ungless is the founder and director of City Life Coaching:
- Jenny is the official career coach for Monster, the UK and Ireland's leading online recruitment website
- Jenny is a fully trained coach and an adviser to the UK Association of Coaching
- Jenny has over ten years experience of business and strategic planning, recruitment and people development gained in both the public and the private sectors
- Jenny is a graduate of Cambridge University and holds a Masters degree in Business Administration
What do I get out of this Gap Year Careers Coaching?
Your career coach will help you to:
- Get really clear about exactly what it is you want from your career.
- Focus on the 3 key elements of successful career planning:
- Your values (what's important to you and drives you);
- Your skills, signature strengths and personal style; &
- Your interests and passions
- Use this information to identify career routes to suit you. We don't just give you the tools and leave you to do the hard work on your own - we'll sit with you and help you brainstorm, so that you go away with plenty of new ideas.
- Successfully negotiate the maze of job search options - Did you know that 80% of jobs are never advertised?!
- We will work with you to put together an action plan tailored to you, the areas you are interested in, and the most effective way of accessing the right job opportunities
- Write a killer CV that will guarantee you get interviews
- Prepare to make a big impact at interview & get you the job you want
- Deal with the issues that hold most people back: procrastination, fear of failure, poor time management and lack of focus
- And it doesn't end when your Gap Year does Your Career Coach will follow up with you and offer you all the ongoing support & advice you need
- And the best thing it does not cost a lot!!
Would you like more information?
Contact us now, Email us info@fluidfeeling.com for more information or phone: +44 (0) 207 193 4258
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