Is something still not entirely clear? No worries! You might find the answer to your question below. If not, please feel free to contact us. We're happy to help you.
BLOW doesn't have a year-round permit yet. This means we set up and take down every season. We're closed in the winter. We're open from mid-March to the end of October. You're welcome every day from 09:00!
Calling isn't necessary. Reserving is easy and quick via Formitable. It's a handy tool that allows you to reserve your table with just a few clicks.
YES! The loyal four-legged friends are welcome with us on the beach and in our establishment throughout the year. Woof woof 🐾🐶
BLOW is best reached by car! Parking is no problem at our beach bar; park your car on the Machiel Vrijenhoeklaan. From the parking lot, it's another 5 to 10-minute walk through the dunes. For delivering wedding supplies, an exemption can be requested, allowing cars to drive up to the beach bar.
We always take guests' allergies into account. On our menu, you can see exactly which dishes contain nuts, gluten, or other allergy-sensitive ingredients. We also have a wide range of vegetarian and vegan dishes, and we're happy to help you choose! Of course, we always appreciate receiving dietary requirements with the reservation so that we can arrange a suitable alternative in time.
We keep all found items behind the bar. Lost something? Please report it to the BLOW staff. If it has been/is found, we will contact you directly
If you have found something on the terrace, you can also hand it in at the bar or to one of our staff members.
Events at BLOW start with a minimum of 15 guests and can be organized for up to 500 guests. Want to go even bigger? Then BLOW needs to be fully rented out. This is of course also possible!
BLOW is a unique, open-air location where we work together to create something beautiful. With years of experience in organizing a wide variety of events, you can trust that all plans are taken care of down to the last detail, regardless of the weather. We always have a plan B and C!
This depends on the size of the event! Of course, our event managers are always there for you. They understand better than anyone how important planning and organization are to you. With years of experience in organizing events, you can count on us to know what details to pay attention to. We are only satisfied when everything is 100% right for you.
BLOW is best reached by car! Parking is no problem at our beach bar; park your car on the Machiel Vrijenhoeklaan. From the parking lot, it's another 5 to 10-minute walk through the dunes. For delivering wedding supplies, an exemption can be requested, allowing cars to drive up to the beach bar.
Most parties at BLOW go on until about 1 AM. But upon request, the party can of course go on longer!
Within walking distance of BLOW you will find Vakantiepark Kijkduin. Here you can book various accommodations in the middle of nature and dunes. Make sure you reserve your stay on time. The park fills up quickly in high season.
It is also possible to book a Kijkduin Beach House. These modern, luxurious houses are also within walking distance of BLOW. The veranda of the houses is directly adjacent to the beach.
Even though we are of course the best-kept secret of The Hague's beach, we are also quite busy. We recommend that you set a date at least 9 months in advance. This way you avoid disappointments!
You can't learn to kitesurf in just one kitesurf lesson. From our experience, we see that beginner kitesurfers need about 3 to 5 kitesurf lessons to really get the hang of it. It's important that you not only learn the practical side but also the theory so you can always kitesurf safely and independently.
BLOW is open from April 1st to October 31st. Your kitesurf lessons are valid for 365 days, except for November – March. Make sure you schedule them in time. It is recommended to start lessons early in the year and schedule them close together so you can kitesurf independently as soon as possible.
Without wind, it's not possible to learn to kitesurf, as a minimum number of knots is needed to keep a kite in the air. On the other hand, there is a maximum number of knots to be able to give kitesurf lessons safely. On average, 70% of the lessons always go ahead!
This always depends on the experience and weight of the student and the elements we want to teach the student.
"If a kitesurf lesson can't go ahead, we always contact (email, phone, text) our students so they don't come for nothing."
Kitesurfing remains an extreme sport, and you can make it as crazy as you want. Compare it to snowboarding; everyone, young and old, does it in their own safe way. Kitesurfing is very similar; make sure you stay within your own 'comfort zone' and start slowly with sailing back and forth, which is already fantastic.
Taking kitesurf lessons is an important step in this. This way, you learn to kitesurf safely and responsibly. The way BLOW Kitesurfschool teaches is by applying a step-by-step method. You determine the pace. In addition, we use the latest and safest materials so we can rely 100% on our equipment.
We are convinced that everyone can learn to kitesurf and that it will become the #1 popular sport in the Netherlands! We see it every day; everyone can learn it: kids from 10 to grandpas of 70!
We have three standard times of day when we teach: morning (09:00), afternoon (13:00), and evening (17:00). But if you have a special request, you can always contact us, and we'll try to be as flexible as possible!
Always pay attention to the following points if you want to take safe and good kitesurfing lessons. Not every kitesurfing school prioritizes safety & quality.
Certified kitesurfing school
Make sure that kitesurfing schools are certified according to the leading quality marks: IKO/ VDWS/ NKV. BLOW Kitesurfschool is certified as 1 of the 6 IKO kitesurfing centers in the Netherlands.
New Material
A kitesurfing school should always use well-maintained and new material during all its kitesurfing lessons. The chance of accidents is greater as older material is used. BLOW renews all kites and bars 2 to 3 times a year so that we always work with the latest material.
During the season, all the material is checked every few days by the instructors of BLOW. To guarantee the safety of our students during a kitesurfing lesson, helmets, impact vests and lycras are mandatory.
Customer friendliness & Service
-Is the kitesurfing school still available for further advice after the kitesurfing lesson?
-How well is the school known and what is the reputation of the kitesurfing school?
-What about certification, when do you get your IKO certificate?
Location
Just like with snowboarding, it's nice to start on a bunny slope without bumps and steep slopes. This principle also applies to kitesurfing; you learn to kitesurf faster in flat and knee-deep water. That is why BLOW gives kitesurfing lessons on the Zandmotor in Kijkduin. In this lagoon you don't have to take rough waves and currents into account, so you can focus 100% on your board & kite. If you do happen to lose your board, you can walk through the shallow water and easily find your board again.
BLOW is the perfect place for lovers of nature, water sports, delicious food and drinks. Born from a shared passion for the sea and water sports, and the desire to share this with every beach lover. Come as a guest, and leave as a friend.