What is included in the lessons?

The package includes a beginner Fliteboard setup, wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, land briefing, and in-water coaching.

Where do lessons meet?

Check-in and meeting point is Perce White Reserve, Sandridge Beach, Port Melbourne—look for the Fliteboard flags on the beach.

What are the age and swim requirements?

Minimum age is 12; all riders must be able to swim. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Is there a weight limit?

The program supports riders up to 120kg; if you are near that limit notify the operator before booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

Bookings can be cancelled up to 24 hours prior for a full refund minus a $15 booking and administration fee.

How quickly will I start flying?

Many riders feel lift in the first lesson; progression depends on comfort, throttle control, and repetition across the three sessions.

Flite Private 3-Lesson Package: Fly a Fliteboard at Perce White Reserve, Sandridge Beach | Private | Guided Tour

At Perce White Reserve on Sandridge Beach in Port Melbourne, the Flite Private 3 Lesson Package hands you the handlebars of a high-speed learning curve and a chance to fly above Port Phillip Bay. Over three private, one-on-one sessions you’ll step from tentative balance to carving above the glassy surface, coached by instructors who tune every drill to your skill level and goals. Lessons launch from a support boat and return to the sand at the meeting point on the beach; the stretch of water off Sandridge Beach is shallow with a broad sand shelf and predictable wind windows, giving novice riders a forgiving learning environment. That combination of calm water, open sightlines to the city, and regular seabird traffic—silver gulls and cormorants—makes the site especially well-suited for e-foiling. The geological feel is simple: an urban coastline that eases into Port Phillip Bay with sandy flats rather than abrupt drop-offs, which reduces panic chances during early falls. What you get is focused coaching and turnkey equipment. The package supplies a Fliteboard beginner setup, wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, a land briefing, and hands-on water coaching that progresses you through balance drills, throttle management, and the core skill—holding lift. Most riders experience their first slices of flight within the opening lesson, and instructors break down each success into repeatable steps so improvement compounds across lessons. This offering stands out in Port Melbourne because it converts an accessible city shoreline into a purpose-built learning arena for electric foiling, with one-to-one attention and a small-boat support model. Practical advantages include free parking near the reserve, a 15-minute pre-lesson check-in window, and a safety emphasis that reflects the site’s mixed use by recreational craft and local ferries. The program accepts swimmers aged 12 and up, requires basic swim ability, and supports riders to 120kg. A quick cultural note: Port Melbourne grew in the 19th century as a maritime gateway to Melbourne, and the same sheltered bay that once served steamers now supports adventure sports and coastal recreation. The operator stresses low-impact practices—no fuel discharges, minimal shoreline disturbance, and respectful spacing from wildlife—to keep the teaching zone healthy. Practical tips: come with swimmers, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and water. Expect a coaching rhythm that favors short bursts of focused practice rather than long, unguided sessions. Whether you own a Fliteboard and want to refine technique or you’re chasing the first moment you lift clear of the water, three targeted private lessons compress months of trial into measurable progress and memorable flights over one of Melbourne’s friendliest bays. Instructors also cover local navigation rules, emergency recovery techniques, and how to maintain battery and board care between sessions for safer, longer term riding and improved ride confidence overall.