Come fly with us!
EARN YOUR WINGS
LESSONS
DOWN WINDER
ADVENTURE
Why WindRider?
Wind Rider is more than lessons — it’s a family! Located at China Creek Marina on Vancouver Island, we offer the most accessible daily thermals on the West Coast with paved roads from Port Alberni, the warmest waters, and valley heat for supreme comfort.
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Enjoy full amenities including cell service, hot showers, food trucks, and easy online campsite booking at China Creek. Perfect for the whole family — riders and non-riders alike love the proximity to town for shopping and restaurants, plus morning yoga, SUPing, hiking, and movie nights.
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Unplug, ride uncrowded water, and build real confidence with personalized instruction in our supportive community. Come experience the best of kiteboarding, wing foiling, and our world-class downwinders for intermediate riders!
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WIND RIDER TEAM
Paul Ouellet: Owner & Lead Kite Instructor
Kiteboarding since 2007 and instructing since 2017, I turned my obsession into Wind Rider — my passion project on the West Coast. They say kiteboarding ruined my life… totally worth it.
Nothing beats watching people unlock that proud “I got this” feeling and discover another side of themselves out on the water.
Louisa Cotton: Partner & Lead Wing Instructor
A lifelong coach, Occupational Therapist, and outdoor enthusiast, I love helping people discover what they are capable of. Whether it's a first water start, first foil flight, or simply finding the confidence to try something new, I'm passionate about creating supportive learning experiences that help people thrive.
For me, windsports aren't just about wind and water, its about freedom, confidence, resilience, and the joy that comes from challenging oneself in the safety of a supportive community
Interested in joining the Wind Rider team for summer 202?
Email us at info@windriderkiteboarding.com!
CONTACT US
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