Portland Harbour, UK

The August Portland camp is always one of the first to fill. It runs right in the middle of the British summer and, just like the last two years, we expect excellent consistency. In 2024 and 2025 we had five full days of kitefoiling and one day of tow foiling. August delivers strong thermal patterns, long days on the water, and a brilliant atmosphere.

Rob now lives in Portland, and this is his daily spot. That means a deeper understanding of the conditions, smoother planning around tides and weather patterns, and great backup plans for light wind days.

Places are limited to 8 riders with 2 coaches to keep the coaching personal and focused.

If these dates don't work for you, check out our earlier camp in June

Why Portland Harbour is ideal

• Rideable in every wind direction on flat protected water

• Strong summer sea breezes that consistently deliver long sessions

• Safety boat on the water all week to maximise coaching and ensure confidence

• Tow foiling sessions for skill development if the wind dips

• Great accommodation options nearby, including excellent value rooms at RYA Portland House & options for camper vans

• Daily filming and high quality photos taken from close range to help you analyse every detail

• Access to a private training room at Portland House for video analysis sessions

• Max 8 riders with 2 coaches for genuine one to one attention

Wind and Weather

August is the strongest and most reliable month for kitefoiling in Portland Harbour. Warm temperatures and sunny days combine with Portland’s unique layout to create a powerful thermal effect on top of the standard south westerly airflow.

Expect anything from 8 to 25 knots. Bring everything from your 5 metre to your 15 metre. A 3/2 wetsuit is ideal for most riders. The water is warm and mostly sandy underfoot.

Who this camp is for

Ideal for riders who:

• Have their own hydrofoil

• Can waterstart and ride both directions, even if still off foil

• Want to dial in gybes, foot changes, carving turns, 360s, tacks or early jumping

• Have done one or two camps with us before and want to build real confidence before the main summer season

• Are new to Progression and want an introduction to our hands on coaching approach

If you are unsure whether this week fits your level, get in touch and we will talk it through.

What is included

• Six days of coaching with Rob and Danny

• Safety boat cover all week

• Filming and photography for detailed technical feedback

• Daily video analysis and coaching sessions in the Portland House training room

• Access to your personalised Progression Platform session plan

What is not included

• Accommodation. We can help organise this, including rooms at Portland House & best options for camper vans.

• Food during the week

• Travel

• Harbour fees for the week