Cabana do Kite
IKOOn the Icaraizinho beachfront
Cabana do Kite, also known as Kite Club Icaraizinho, is the most established school on the Icaraizinho beachfront, with a gear-prep zone, storage, repairs and a restaurant and beach bar on site. IKO and ABK instructors teach kite and wing foil at every level in several languages, and guided downwinders run from short hops to long coastal runs. Guests stay next door at its partner pousada, País Tropical.
Icaraí Kite Village
IKO5-minute walk from the Icaraizinho kite zone
Icaraí Kite Village, which teaches as Chill Kite and Wing, is a French-run school a five-minute walk from the best kite zone in Icaraizinho. Lessons cover kite and wing foil from beginner to advanced with an IKO and French-qualified instructor, alongside foil, Patos lagoon excursions and kite-and-wing camp packages. Its own pousada, a cluster of chalets in a coconut grove, lets riders stay and learn in one place.
Also a kite house
Voa Kite School
IKOIcaraí de Amontada
Voa Kite School teaches at Icaraí de Amontada through the windy season with a fast, structured learning method, radios and insurance included. IKO instructors work in Portuguese and English, the gear is new, and the school is known for its downwind kite trips along the Brazilian coast, from single-day runs to week-long safaris. It is a strong fit for beginners who want to progress quickly.
Icaraí de Amontada, known to riders as Icaraizinho, is a laid-back fishing village on the Ceará coast about two hundred kilometres north-west of Fortaleza, and one of Brazil's most international kite destinations. A wide beach with steady cross-shore trades sits alongside flat-water lagoons and downwind runs, and the village has drawn a strong scene of European-run schools and pousadas. It manages to feel both social and unspoilt, with kite by day and a relaxed pousada culture in the evenings.
Next 3 days in Icaraí de Amontada
Common questions
When is the best time to learn in Icaraí de Amontada?
The kite season in Icaraí de Amontada runs Jul–Jan, and most reliable from Aug–Dec. Expect around 18–28 kt, typically the Trade winds / alísios (E/SE).
Is Icaraí de Amontada good for beginners?
Yes. Icaraí de Amontada is a beginner-friendly spot, and the schools listed here run courses from your very first lesson.
Do I need to bring my own gear?
No. The 3 schools in Icaraí de Amontada include equipment in their lessons, and most also rent kites and boards once you can ride independently.
How long does it take to get riding?
Most people need roughly six to twelve hours over three to five days to get up and riding upwind on their own. The schools in Icaraí de Amontada run this as a structured course rather than one-off sessions.
What should I bring?
Just swimwear and sun protection. The schools provide everything else: kite, board, harness and a wetsuit. The water here runs 26–29°C.
Should I book lessons ahead?
Yes, especially around the Aug–Dec peak, when the wind is most reliable and courses fill up. Booking ahead also lets the school match you to the right instructor and conditions.