Everyone learns at a different pace, according to their own physical abilities and sport skill level. On beginner course (Step1-4) you need to learn about weather,spot conditions, set up material, safety procedures, how to pilot the kite, piloting with power, and how to manage your body in the water with the kite. And of course to get friend with the board. This takes approximately 9-12 hours to make sure that you will become an independent kiteboarder.