http://www.swiss-kites.com/images/pdf/kitesurfing.pdf

there is also some places in Switzerland that allow "snow-kiting"
http://www.snowkiting.ch/index.php?lang=en

it is good to learn the basics of kite control, and you don't have to worry about dragging yourself out of the water first!!

I used to kiteboard back in Canada but don't have any equipment here, but would love to get back into it!