CAPE SPORTS CENTER

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Last updated: October 2026

By making a booking with Cape Sports Center, you confirm that you have read and accepted these Terms & Conditions.

01 · BOOKINGS & PAYMENT

  • A booking is confirmed once the required 20% deposit has been received.
  • The remaining balance is payable on arrival and before the lesson, course, rental or activity starts.
  • Bookings are personal and may not be transferred to another person without prior approval from Cape Sports Center.
  • Please provide accurate contact and booking information when making your reservation.

02 · CANCELLATION & RESCHEDULING

  • More than 7 days before: The deposit will be refunded, less a 10% administration fee.
  • 7 days or less before: We will try to fill the cancelled booking. If the booking can be filled, the deposit will be refunded, less the 10% administration fee.
  • Within 48 hours of the scheduled start time: If the booking cannot be filled, up to 50% of the booking value may be retained.
  • Same-day cancellation / no-show: 100% of the booking value may be charged.
  • Rescheduling: We will always try to accommodate a change of date where possible, subject to availability.
  • Any cancellation or rescheduling request should be made as soon as possible.

03 · WEATHER & CONDITIONS

Kitesurfing, wing foiling, windsurfing and other watersports depend on suitable wind, weather and water conditions.

  • Cape Sports Center may postpone, modify or cancel an activity if conditions are considered unsuitable or unsafe.
  • The final decision is made by Cape Sports Center and/or the responsible instructor based on the actual conditions and safety considerations.
  • A forecast alone does not automatically mean that an activity will be cancelled.
  • If Cape Sports Center cancels an activity before it starts due to unsuitable conditions, we will offer a suitable alternative date or a credit/refund where applicable.
  • For rentals that have already started, any refund or credit for unused rental time will be considered based on the circumstances.

04 · LESSONS & PARTICIPATION

  • Participants must follow the instructions of their instructor and comply with all safety requirements.
  • Lessons may be adapted, shortened, postponed or stopped depending on weather, water conditions, safety or the participant’s ability.
  • Participants must meet the applicable age, weight, swimming ability and experience requirements for the activity booked.
  • Unsafe, reckless or inappropriate behaviour may result in the activity being stopped without a refund.
  • All participants must read and accept the applicable Release of Liability, Waiver of Legal Rights and Assumption of Risk before participating.

05 · EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Rental equipment may only be used by customers who are able to safely and independently:

  • set up the equipment
  • launch and land safely
  • perform a self-rescue
  • ride upwind
  • handle basic changes in conditions and equipment

The renter is responsible for the equipment from the time it is collected until it is returned.

  • Equipment must be used responsibly and in accordance with the instructions provided by Cape Sports Center.
  • Any damage, defect or equipment issue must be reported immediately.
  • Equipment must be returned in the same condition in which it was received, apart from normal wear and tear.
  • The renter is responsible for damage, loss or theft of equipment, including applicable repair, replacement or loss-of-value costs.
  • Equipment may not be lent, sublet or transferred to another person.
  • Equipment may not be taken outside South Africa without prior written approval.
  • Equipment must be returned by 5:00 PM, unless a late return or overnight rental has been agreed in advance.
  • Wet or excessively sandy kites returned without being properly dried/cleaned may be subject to a R100 cleaning fee.

06 · RENTAL EQUIPMENT RULES

For safety and equipment protection:

  • Do not leave rental equipment unattended.
  • Pumps must remain in the kite bag when on the beach.
  • Kite size changes should be made according to the conditions and with appropriate care.
  • For breaks of more than approximately 10 minutes, equipment should be packed down and returned or checked out again, unless otherwise agreed.
  • Rental equipment may not be used to provide lessons or teach another person without prior approval from Cape Sports Center.
  • Cape Sports Center reserves the right to terminate a rental and reclaim equipment if it is being used unsafely or contrary to these Terms & Conditions.

07 · RESCUE SERVICE

Rescue service is not included in standard equipment rental.

  • A separate rescue service may be available from an independent third-party provider and can be purchased at an additional cost.
  • Rescue assistance is subject to availability and operating conditions.
  • Rescue service is not available when wind speeds exceed 30 knots.
  • If the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is required, any applicable rescue costs are the responsibility of the customer/renter.
  • Cape Sports Center does not guarantee the availability or response time of any independent rescue service.

08 · AGE, SWIMMING & PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Participants must meet the minimum age, weight and ability requirements applicable to their chosen activity.
  • Where required, participants must be able to swim continuously for at least 20 minutes.
  • Certain activities may require previous experience or specific riding skills.
  • Participants under 18 years of age require consent from a parent or legal guardian.

09 · SAFETY & PERSONAL BELONGINGS

  • Customers are responsible for following all safety instructions and using safety equipment as instructed.
  • Watersports involve changing environmental conditions and inherent risks.
  • Customers are responsible for their personal belongings and equipment brought to Cape Sports Center.
  • Cape Sports Center is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings.

10 · LIABILITY & RELEASE

Kitesurfing, wing foiling, windsurfing, surfing, SUP and other watersports are inherently active sports and involve risks including serious injury and death.

The applicable Release of Liability, Waiver of Legal Rights and Assumption of Risk forms part of the booking terms and must be read and accepted before participation.

For:

Lessons
→ Lesson Release of Liability

Rentals
→ Rental Release of Liability + Rental Conditions

These documents contain the detailed provisions relating to assumption of risk, waiver of claims, equipment use and other legal responsibilities.

11 · CHANGES BY CAPE SPORTS CENTER

Cape Sports Center reserves the right to modify, postpone or cancel a booking where reasonably necessary due to:

  • weather or water conditions
  • safety considerations
  • equipment availability or failure
  • operational circumstances
  • circumstances beyond our reasonable control

Where possible, we will offer an alternative date or suitable solution.

Weather-related cancellations are handled in accordance with Section 03 · Weather & Conditions.

12 · ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By making a booking with Cape Sports Center, you confirm that:

  • you have read and accepted these Terms & Conditions
  • you meet the requirements for the activity booked
  • you will follow all safety instructions
  • you will read and accept the applicable Release of Liability before participating

Additional terms may apply to specific activities, rentals, courses or services.

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.

RELATED DOCUMENTS

Lesson Release of Liability
Release of Liability, Waiver of Legal Rights and Assumption of Risk for lessons and courses.

Rental Release of Liability & Rental Conditions
Release of Liability, Waiver of Legal Rights and detailed conditions for equipment rentals.

Privacy Policy
Information about how Cape Sports Center collects and handles personal information.

Cape Sports Center · Langebaan, South Africa
Kitesurfing · Wingfoiling · Windsurfing · SUP · Watersports