Prokite South Padre

Surf shop in South Padre Island, TX

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4.9 (79 reviews)

South Padre Island, TX

About Prokite South Padre

Prokite South Padre in South Padre Island, TX, offers comprehensive kiteboarding and wing foiling instruction alongside a well-stocked gear shop. Customers consistently praise the patient, knowledgeable staff, particularly Brett, for providing exceptional, personalized lessons utilizing efficient jet ski support. This shop is ideal for beginners and families seeking a supportive environment to quickly progress in wind sports, ensuring a successful and memorable experience.

The Good

Customers overwhelmingly praise the instructors, particularly Brett, Chris, Simone, and Tanner, for being patient, knowledgeable, and highly effective teachers, often getting beginners up and riding very quickly. The use of Jet Skis (wave runners) for quick retrieval and efficient lesson time is frequently highlighted as a major advantage. The shop is noted for being extremely well-stocked with a wide variety of quality gear for kiting and foiling. Staff are also commended for being welcoming, helpful with gear selection, providing excellent local advice (spots, lodging), and fostering a strong sense of community.

Things to Consider

One reviewer noted that progress was slightly delayed due to an instructor switch mid-trip. Another mentioned that while the instruction is pricey, this is consistent with prices seen at other locations globally. A suggestion for future visitors was to consider reef shoes or booties, as walking in the water around the area caused some foot discomfort, and one person experienced jellyfish encounters when the weather suddenly turned cold.