Brian's Kiteboarding, Wing Foil, Windsurf & Stand up Paddling

I spent the summer learning to kiteboard at Brian’s, and I can’t say enough good things. My friend and I went with John, and he’s incredible. It can be nerve wracking out there, and he always keeps it positive, is a natural instructor, and I always felt safe and supported. Plus, it’s some of the most fun I’ve ever had in my life. If you’re coming out to hood river, definitely give Brian’s a call and ask for John! The rest of the instructors are great, too, so you can’t go wrong. Thanks Brian’s for getting me hooked :)

Had an absolutely awesome time learning to kiteboard with the crew at Brian’s Kiteboarding, Wing Foil, Windsurfing & SUP. Johnny had me up and ripping around almost immediately, gave me some really helpful instruction, and had me cracking up the whole time. He even had me working on some jumping which I didn’t think I’d be able to do for quite a while. A+ experience from the whole crew and I will definitely be back for more lessons to keep progressing.

I had amazing lessons with Nash and Colin! The first lesson was with Nash where I successfully learned to stand on the board and accomplished that goal for that lesson. The second lesson with Colin was great too! I accomplished my goal of staying standing on the board while learning to go upwind consistently. Colin stayed longer than our lesson time to see through and make sure I definitely got it. I really appreciated that. Both Colin and Nash were great instructors. They gave very clear instructions and strategy and provided the appropriate guidance throughout the lesson. Communication with Kayla on the booking for the lessons is also very smooth. She handles the business operations well. I highly recommend Bryan’s kite school for wing foiling lessons!

Really fantastic group with great instructors. Progressed a lot with a couple lessons. Looking forward to coming back

My husband and I took semi private beginner lessons with Brian. Brian explained the theoretical concepts of sailing, tacking, sheet in, sheet out, bow and arrow position pretty well and also made us practice them on the land simulator couple of times before we went into the water. He pays great attention to details like body posture, type of hand grip and foot work. At the end of the class (total about 3 hours), I was able to tack and sail successfully. The water time was about one hour. I wish I had more water time for practice and our own individual windsurfs. We had to share the windsurfs with other students in the class which reduced how much time I had for practice.

Had my first kite boarding lesson this morning. Can't say enough good things about my instructor, John. He was patient, knowledgeable, encouraging, and had a great sense of humor. All the things that make for an awesome day. I highly recommend that if you're in the area, give it a try. The staff was helpful, professional, pleasant, and the whole process was very smooth.

Our first trip to the Gorge was September 2005 and after asking random people for recommendations for a windsurfing water start lessons, we decided to try Brian's Windsurfing. After Level 2 lesson skill review at the Hook, Brian taught us the basics on land and we then went to the water and was getting water starts in less than an hour. He is a good teacher.

I had such a great time today learning to kayak for the first time. Instructions, along with the entire process actually, were easy to understand and delivered kindly. My sons and I had a blast and quickly had the hang of things. Affordable and friendly. Very accommodating as well. Brian and his young associate were able to help us keep our belongings safely stored so we could feel comfortable. Definitely will return!