Well, let me start off by saying that your doing the right stuff in order to start in the sport. Some don't give 3 shits about "safety" and risk their lives anyway.
So, a good kiteboarding school consists of a good reputation. The instructor HAS to be certified, either IKO or PASA. Ask him.
If you want to work one-on-one, it is up to you. Its more expensive that way. (if you have doubts during the training, ALWAYS ask).
A lesson is somewhere between 1-4 hours, and you will start on land(i.e.pumping, connecting the lines, etc), then after a couple of lessons, you will do kite maneuvers out in the water, body dragging, and board-starts.
90% of the times the instructor will lend you his/her equipment, with the supervision of him at all times.
After you are consistently riding and confortable on your own, he/she will tell you when its time to move on and buy eqiupment. Dont worry about this, just focus on training. Just ask him how your doing.
Just do some basic research online, and feedback, testimonials, pricing, and your off kitesurfing!
Hope this helps.
-Danny
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