The Shinn Centre based in El Medano, a very typical Canarian village in the south of Tenerife boasts kites from many leading kite manufacturers, as well as, the full range of Nobile, NBL and Shinn boards. The centre with a difference offers visitors the opportunity to try and vary any kite and board combination, giving them the chance to become their own test rider. Riders can also perfect their skills through lessons and clinics catering for all abilities and needs.

Visitors can choose between traditional C, bow and hybrid kites from the 2007 ranges of Airush, Blade, Best, Carbrinha, EH, Flexifoil, Naish, North, Ozone and RRD in sizes from 5m to 16m. The full range of Nobile 555 and 666 boards are available, as well as, Mark Shinn´s own range of boards, including the new hybrid wave for versatile and accessible wave-sailing and skimboards for those wanting to experience the most fun on offer in kiteboarding.
Shinn comments, “With so much hype and so many conflicting opinions on the forums, the centre really represents a unique opportunity for riders to feel and experience for themselves the variety of kit available in the market today and what is best suited to them.”


Even visiting kitesurfers with their own kit can take the opportunity to try the latest equipment available or test to fill a gap in their quiver. Board or kite only rental is available from anything from an hour through to weeks at a time. Whether using their own kit or the centre´s, visitors can take the opportunity to improve their sailing level through lessons or clinics. Catering from complete beginner to expert, riders can take their first steps into the water with a kite or perfect the very latest, powered free style moves. Courses can be booked individually or for groups and can also cater for riders wanting to start or improve their wave riding. Storage is available for those bringing their own kit and accommodation can be arranged for those wanting their stay as hassle free as possible.



El Medano is situated in the south east of Tenerife and features four different sailing spots from flat water to waves. The Canary Islands are well known for their warm weather and consistent all year round winds. However, there are plenty of other activities to keep you entertained on those few non-windy days. As well as world class surfing and mountain biking there is also excellent climbing, hiking and horse riding. The island also has a host of sight seeing attractions and places of interest.



For more information about the Shinn Test Centre or to pre-book please call +34 687478736 or e-mail [email protected]

www.theshinncentre.com