Terms and Conditions

of the Kiteboarding Club (www.Kiteboarding-Club.com)

The KBC (Kiteboarding Club) – Travel Intermediary

The KBC (Kiteboarding Club) acts exclusively as an intermediary for travel and watersports services.
The contract is concluded directly between the customer and the respective service provider (e.g. hotels and the respective watersports center).

Cancellations

The booking is binding. Booked services can be cancelled directly with the center via email or phone. The following cancellation conditions apply:

Cancellation Policy

KBC El Gouna, KBC Ras Soma, KBC Sicily, KBC Dakhla, New Spirit Dakhla, KBC Sal, KBC Parajuru and KBC Tarifa:

• Up to 3 weeks before the planned arrival date: free of charge
• 21 to 8 days before the planned arrival date: 25% of the booked services
• 7 days to 1 day before the planned arrival date: 50% of the booked services
• No-show: 100%

KBC Holland and KBC Brouwersdam:

• Up to 7 days before the planned arrival date: free of charge
• 6 days to 1 day before the planned arrival date: 50% of the booked services
• No-show: 100%

Opening Hours

The KBC is open daily from 9:00 a.m. until sunset.
Use of the spot and all center services is permitted exclusively during official opening hours. Outside operating hours, there is no supervision and no rescue service. Kitesurfing and wingfoiling outside opening hours is prohibited.

Payment Terms

Payment must be made on the first day at the center. Any additional invoices must be settled by 5:00 p.m. on the day of departure.
The KBC accepts cash or credit card payments (Euro, MAD or US Dollars).
KBC vouchers can be used exclusively for KBC services (rental, courses and storage / beach use).

Liability Disclaimer

The KBC provides its services with the greatest possible care. Nevertheless, water sports inherently involve risks that cannot be completely eliminated even when all safety standards are strictly observed. By signing, the participant confirms that they are aware of and accept these risks.

The KBC assumes no liability for personal injury or property damage caused by slight negligence. Liability for intent, gross negligence, injury to life, body or health, as well as mandatory statutory claims, remains unaffected.

The KBC accepts no liability for loss, damage or theft of personal belongings, including items stored in lockers or guest storage. Participants are advised to take out adequate personal insurance, in particular accident insurance and personal liability insurance.

For minors: participation is only permitted with the consent and signature of a legal guardian.

Health & Personal Responsibility

Participation in courses, rental services and use of the spot is at the participant’s own risk. Each participant or renter is obliged to strictly follow staff safety instructions, use equipment responsibly and avoid endangering themselves or others.

The participant confirms that they are not aware of any medical conditions that could make participation dangerous. Health risks, illnesses or limitations must be reported immediately to KBC staff. Injuries or discomfort must also be reported to the KBC team without delay.

Participation under the influence of alcohol, drugs or performance-impairing medication is not permitted.

Courses and Course Execution

Courses generally start at 9:00 a.m. on the first booked day.
If the practical part cannot take place due to excessively strong (>25 knots) or weak (<12 knots) wind, the course will be postponed or replaced by a voucher of equivalent value. The KBC Event Week is excluded; in this case, an alternative program will be offered.

There is no entitlement to a refund of course fees if the participant discontinues the course for personal reasons.

Sports Equipment and Rental

Rental equipment must be returned by 5:30 p.m. at the latest. If the renter is not sufficiently qualified to use the equipment safely, the KBC may refuse rental. The KBC is entitled to terminate the contract and retain the rental fee.

The renter is liable for loss or damage to the equipment and bears the associated costs. Any damage must be reported upon return.

The KBC team regularly inspects and maintains the equipment. Nevertheless, participants are required to carefully check the equipment before each use, report any defects or doubts immediately, and use only suitable and fully functional equipment. Mandatory safety equipment (e.g. helmet, impact vest, leash) must be worn if required by the center.

Equipment Insurance

The KBC equipment insurance (if available at the center) covers damage up to €300 per claim, without deductible. Any damage exceeding this amount must be paid by the renter. Loss of equipment is not insured.

The insurance does not cover damage occurring in winds over 25 knots (on land or on the water), during extremely low tide, or damage to directional boards (e.g. broken fins) or foil equipment. The insurance covers only damage caused by the insured to the rented equipment and does not cover personal injury or third-party property damage.

Safety Rules

The use of kites and wings always involves a residual risk—even under professional instruction and with inspected equipment. Instructions given by KBC staff must be strictly followed.

• Independent launching and landing is not permitted
• When launching and landing at the water’s edge, the kiter must be at least 20 meters in the water (line length)
• Keeping a kite in the air on land is strictly prohibited
• International right-of-way rules (posted at the center) must be observed
• Minimum distance to other kiters: 50 meters, especially beginners
• Jumping with the kite within 50 meters or less of the beach is prohibited
• The rescue boat operates exclusively in deep water behind the reef (if present) within a 500-meter radius around the station
• Kitesurfing or wingfoiling outside the safety area (500-meter radius around the station) is not permitted
• In dangerous weather or wind conditions, official warning signals or instructions from the center team, activities must be stopped immediately and participants must return to shore
• Accidents or injuries must be reported immediately; an accident report must be completed

The KBC reserves the right to exclude individuals from participation (courses, rental, beach use) if safety is endangered. No refund will be granted in such cases.

Photos and Videos

I agree that photos and videos taken of me at the KBC center may be used for commercial purposes (e.g. website, print advertising, KBC social media channels).

Storage of Personal Data

I am informed that my data will be stored by the KBC center and passed on to the booking systems Kitehub and/or LEAO of Nerdsquad UG (limited liability) to properly plan and carry out all booked services.

Stored data includes: first name, last name, period of stay, email address, booked services, billing address, date of birth, phone number and accommodation.

Data will be stored and automatically deleted after 10 years, unless statutory retention periods apply. Information, copies, corrections or deletion can be requested at any time via email to team@kbc-world.com. There is also the right to contact the competent data protection authority.

Severability Clause

The respective national law applicable at the location of the center shall apply additionally. Should any provision be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected. Invalid provisions shall be replaced by provisions that most closely reflect the intended economic purpose.

Contract Conclusion and Cancellation

By signing, the participant confirms that they have understood all KBC safety rules and agree to comply with them. Instructions from instructors and center staff must be followed. The KBC does not provide insurance for personal risks.

The booking is binding. The following cancellation fees apply:

• 21 to 8 days before arrival: 25%
• 8 days to 1 day before arrival: 50%
• On the day of arrival or no-show: 100%

By signing the registration form at the center (including the terms and conditions on the reverse), I confirm that I have read and understood these general terms and conditions and agree to comply with them.