SGK Adventure Kiteboarding

Here is why you should learn only from Scott: (1) safety. Scott gets the importance of teaching and mastering self-​rescue first as the foundation for safety and self-​confidence; (2) first-​hand knowledge. everything he teaches he has learned, become expert in and thoughtfully shaped for teaching beginners; and (3) character. Not just an incredible enthusiasm for the sport and his students, not just being a blast to hang around with, but also genuine concern for you, your enjoyment of the sport he loves and your safety. Case in point: after you have finished your lessons with him (i.e. even after you are no longer paying him) he wants you to practice when he is giving a lesson nearby just so he can check in on you. He totally did me a solid when the meter wasn’t running but that’s another story … Score Scott 500 on Unilocal’s 1 to 5 rating scale.

Super friendly and patient instructor.

He deserves all the 5 stars on here! We was a great instructor and really made it fun. I can’t wait to buy my own kite (with the help he offered) and get going on my own!

I have wanted to learn this sport for years. I’ve seen kite boarders tearing it up from the beach, gliding across the surface of the ocean at high speeds and catching big air.
It looked like a blast, but I always had an excuse. Either I didn’t have enough time, I didn’t have enough money, or I doubted I had the athletic ability and skill to pick it up. Anyway, the windy season in the bay started again and I ran out excuses. I decided to give it a shot.
It turned out that Scott was the perfect person to learn from. His enthusiasm for the sport was contagious. The more he taught, the more I wanted to learn and practice. It was clear that Scott’s first priority was making sure his students have the foundation to build up their skills safely with confidence on their own. I would have given him more money for another beginner lesson, but he said I was ready to buy myself some gear and practice on my own. Scott even offered to review the listings of gear I buy to make sure I get the right stuff for my skill level.
I will definitely be back when it is time for a more advanced lesson.

I had a beginner land and water lesson with Scott, and he has been great. He is an extremely patient and positive teacher. He is open to questions and when I asked him if he had a list of beginner equipment he thought I should research it myself. I appreciated his honesty and I do look forward to learning about the equipment.
Scott focuses A LOT on safety, and especially on self rescue and kite control. His goal is to make the sport accessible and safe, and I think he is succeeding.
He has an infectious love of the sport, and fed off the excitement of our group and we all had a really fun time getting dragged around The Bay. Scott’s operation is not a big school that is looking to make a lot of profit. He is a small operation and he focuses on a great customer experience, which I had.

Scott said we killed it today, but HE killed it.
We’re all going back for more and with friends.
I wanted to learn something new, and sporty, safely.
Scott DELIVERED.
Really enjoyed it, Thank you.
=D

Scott was an awesome instructor and a great guy. He wants you to get the most out of your lesson and enjoy kiteboarding as much as possible. He really values safety which was important to me because I am a pretty cautious person with this kind of thing. Very satisfied.

My wife and I took entry level classes (land and water) with Scott last fall. He provided a truly personalized experience even within a group setting. He spends the necessary time on equipment care and safety procedure allowing each student adequate time to practice flying a variety of kites. Scott is a natural teacher as he provided valuable direction each step of the way through our learning process. It takes some time for flying a kite to become second nature, but we could clearly see each member of the class advance during the first session. Thanks Scott!

I am a graduate of level 1 from Scotts kitesurfing school, otherwise known as SGK adventure kiteboarding…
And what an adventure it turned out to be.
My cousin and I were visiting san francisco from Denmark this past week and wanted to take some kite boarding lessons because we want to pursue this sport in Denmark and thought why not, thus i called around a few places and the most personal and down to earth person was Scott. He made us feel like the only two kiteboarders he had taught and brought energy every time we were with him.
It is not an easy sport to teach and takes a lot of patience and Scott got us through it all with ease and grace. By the time we had taken three lessons we had learned the self rescue and other safety aspects of the sport thus we feel comfortable and confident to practice without him and more importantly WE GOT up and KITESURFED.
Im not gonna lie, it does take patience and it doesnt happen on the first time, but once one has the taste of it, you are addicted!!! I am so happy that my cousin and I took these wonderful classes and shared an adventure with Scott, whom taught us a sport and skill that i will never forget and cant wait to pursue further once i get home and buy some equipment.
It was not only kitesurfing but also an adventure as Scott advertises. I am originally from the Bay and he took us to some amazing places and that was amazing as well.
SPOILER ALERT:
If you want to learn to kitesurf with a personal and awesome dude who will get you up on a board and surfing within a week and works to your needs, SCOTT is your man!
Thanks Scott… Keep in touch!!!
Anton

Scott is the best. His real world approach will give you the confidence to kite anywhere. Jet skis and boats are a safe way to learn but the schools that use them dont always cover shore launching/​recovery as Scott does. His technique and laid back attitude will have you learning quickly and youll have a great time!

5 stars all the way! 1^st time ever learning the sport. Had inquired w/​several other schools. Never really liked the idea of learning off a jet ski since A) I don’t have a jetski and B) I wanted be comfortable knowing how to launch from the beach once an independent kitesurfer. He teaches you exactly that! Scott is super rad. He takes his time explaining every little detail and makes sure you understand the equipment, wind theory and self rescue techniques before moving forward. Today I had my 1^st water lesson and was body dragging! You can sense his passion and love for the sport and can’t help but to also feel excited. Super stoked I’m learning w/​Scott and hope to be almost as good one day :)
Patience is a virtue and Scott definitely has it. Going to recommend all of my friends who want to learn kitesurfing to SGK–
BIGUPS!