About Monki...

Discover Monki, the board sports school in Montpellier.

The story of Monki

In the heart of the vibrant Occitanie region, bordered by the blue waters of the Mediterranean, our school Monki – Montpellier Kitesurf, affectionately known as Monki, was born in the iconic seaside town of Palavas-les-Flots. Founded in 2020, our school quickly established itself as a benchmark of excellence dedicated to board sports.

Embracing the cultural and maritime heritage of Montpellier, the Camargue, as well as the Hérault and Gard regions, our mission is to share a passion for water sports—from kitesurfing and stand up paddleboarding to the revolutionary disciplines of wingfoil and wingsurf.

Our site allows board sports enthusiasts, whether beginners or advanced riders, to discover and master electric foil in a safe and adventure-friendly environment. Each member of our team is an experienced guide, committed to delivering top-level coaching—whether for children or adults, corporate team-building experiences, or family-oriented programs.

In our pursuit of excellence and innovation, we developed the OUTPAK project—a nautical center aiming for energy and water autonomy, illustrating our strong commitment to sustainability and environmental respect. This initiative reflects our vision for the future of water sports and our community: a perfect balance between passion for board sports and preservation of nature.

By offering special packages for corporate committees and organizing team-building events, we have become a key destination for professionals and companies seeking to strengthen team cohesion.

Our privileged location, close to iconic spots such as L’Espiguette, Port Camargue, and Les Aresquiers Beach, makes us an essential Boardriding Pro Center in the South of France.

Whether gliding over crystal-clear water, learning kitefoil, or simply soaking in the electric atmosphere of the sea horizon, every moment at Monki becomes an unforgettable memory. Whether you dream of flying above the water on an eFoil or harnessing the wind with a wing, your adventure starts here—in the cradle of board sports, the vibrant soul of Hérault and the beating heart of Gard.

A team dedicated to coaching you

The Monki kitesurf school team is made up of professionals at your service, guiding you in kitesurfing, kitefoil, wingfoil, wingsurf, electric foil, and other board sports.

Doris Wetzel

Founder of Monki

A former high-level athlete and practitioner of kitesurfing, sailing, surfing, and wingfoil, Doris is a certified DEJEPS GAN instructor and your coach. Fluent in German, English, and French, she will reassure you and help you progress.

4-time German Champion
State Diploma DEJEPS – Aerotowed Water Sports (Kitesurf)
Master’s Degree (MSc) in Management & Engineering of Board Sports – Bidart/Bayonne
11 years of experience in management, distribution, and product design
Founder of the Monki kitesurf school

Uggy « the good vibes »

Australian Shepherd – the mascot of the Monki Boardriding Center

Curious and friendly, Monki’s mascot is a true water lover—always ready for mischief and endlessly lovable! No need for a wetsuit: Uggy is always ready to surf the wave. Our Uggy Bear may not have the best technical tips for progressing in kite, wing, eFoil, or SUP (or maybe he does…), but he’s unbeatable when it comes to finding any lost treat on the ground. He loves cuddles, running, eating, and sleeping. When he’s not at the school, he works as a sheepdog.

Caroline Vacarie

Head of Communication & Press Relations

With 18 years of experience in communication, press, and public relations in Paris, Caroline Vacarie founded her agency CMV Communication, specializing in communication strategy, press relations, and event promotion. Passion, high standards, integrity, and self-improvement are the values that drive Caroline, through dynamic and positive communication based on sharing and synergy.

Manu Palau

Physical & Mental Performance Coach

Inventor of the Manu Method, which combines physical and mental preparation to support athletes holistically. He adapts training sessions to each athlete’s abilities, pushing them out of their comfort zone to encourage rapid progress. With over 20 years of coaching experience, he always has a solution! His passion and versatility have led him to work with athletes in team sports, board sports, and combat sports.

Past and Future Challenges

Crossing the Mediterranean Sea by kitesurf between Port Camargue and Bizerte (Tunisia) in 2017

Crossing the North Atlantic by kitesurf

Becoming the first person to cross the North Atlantic by kitesurf between New York and France

This unprecedented sporting project will serve energy transition, science, and environmental research.
The support vessel—a 60-foot catamaran equipped as a research boat—will sail across the Atlantic to collect climate data while testing innovative maritime mobility solutions.

Training Spots

We choose the spot according to weather conditions and your skill level.
All lessons take place in our spots in the Bay of Aigues-Mortes and around Montpellier, accessed by motorboat.

Les Aresquiers Beach

Between Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone and Frontignan stretches 10 km of beach, ideal for learning kitesurfing, foil, wingsurf, and board sports in general. Works very well with southwest and northwest winds.

L’Espiguette

A true gem of the Bay of Aigues-Mortes, offering exceptional learning and riding conditions, especially in thermal winds, southeast winds, and north/northwest winds. Currents can be strong, particularly with southeast winds.

Port Camargue Sandbank

A small strip of land opposite the southern beach of Port Camargue, aligned with Espiguette Beach, accessible only outside the summer season. Works well with northwest, west, and southeast winds.

Open Water Teaching

Certain weather conditions favor open-water teaching with departures from the motorboat. Offshore winds, strong southeast swell, private lessons, or simply a wake session on glassy water—no beach needed to enjoy the ride! No beach needed to have fun!