Friday, September 20, 2013
Thursday, August 22, 2013
IKO Kiteboarding Instructor Course - Maui Hawaii Sept 2013
At the end of the training, you will have developed abilities in the following major areas: safety, practical environment, analysis, technique, teaching psychology and live situation.
We have a few spaces left so book now! We are also offering the IKO assistant training course September 3rd-5th, which is a pre-requisite for the 5 day ITC. Contact us for more information on housing, car rentals etc!!
Email us now, we have a few spaces left!
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Kiteboard Instructor Course China
风筝冲浪教练员培训班是由世界风筝冲浪协会IKO授权主办的专业风筝冲浪国际教练员培训课程。课程由IKO指定主考官主讲，并进行理论和实践考试。
本次培训班开班时间2013年7月20日至25日。学习地点福建平潭综合实验区，相关交通信息参加网站内容。学习内 容：风筝冲浪国际教练员标准课程、国际急救专业标准课程。考试合格后颁发证书包括：1、风筝冲浪国际助理教练证书，2、国际急救证书，3、风筝冲浪国际教 练员一级证书（IKO Instructor Lever 1）。有中英文翻译。
主考官：David Dorn 美国
培训费用：无助理教练员资格证书及国际救援证书者 5500元人民币，具有上述证书者，费用4000元，食宿交通自理，学员可携带个人装备
培训资格：报名者需要一定能力风筝冲浪技能，能完成顶风滑行和基础跳跃。
考试：培训班将进行理论及实际操作考试，操作技能考试不合格者需补考通过方能获得证书。
报名电话：0591-86176111 传真：0591-86176011
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报名邮件：nena@chinakitesurf.com
请在7月15日前确认报名信息，以便于办理相关手续
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Monday, June 24, 2013
The Buddy System by David Dorn
The Buddy System by David Dorn
Buddy up
Kiting
is better with a buddy, when you share the experience it is more
rewarding, and it is also safer. Your buddy can be a lifesaver, because
he is watching out for you, knows when you are in trouble, and waits
till you get back to shore safely.
On
the water your buddy can get your board back to you or give you
feedback about conditions and more. Off the water you can share stories
and keep each other motivated.
Kiteboarding Instructor David Dorn explains some of the benefits of having your very own kite buddy.
Beginner Buddies
When
learning having a buddy to launch you and catch you is a huge asset.
People often buddy up with another kiter and learn as a team. Then
buddies can take turns doing alternating runs. This gives each one a
chance to rest and recover after each attempt.
Gear Buddies
Buddies
can share a single kite setup. When I learned the sport my buddy had a
board and I had a kite. We shared our gear and it made the investment
more affordable. Buddies of different sizes can share a quiver, because
they won't be riding the same size kite at the same time.
Lesson Buddies
One
way to get started in kiteboarding is in a semi-private lesson, with
your buddy and you. Find somebody who you want to learn the sport with
and sign up for a class together. Your instructor can help you work on
being good buddies, and show you how to practice together as a team.
Ride Buddies
When
you are both riding upwind you can ride together. So you will need two
sets of gear. There will usually be a stronger buddy who will launch the
weaker buddy first. The stronger buddy may need to learn the self
launch, so he can get off the beach later if there is no one else
around.
The
ride buddy should know how to help you on the water, and practice
bringing your board back to you. You may want to give your ride buddy a
kite knife for Christmas, because he may need to save you with it. You
should also teach each other about your own kite safety systems, because
your buddy may need to get you unhooked quickly in an emergency.
Advanced Buddies
Advanced
buddies can rescue you and tow you in to shore using their harness
handle, and sometimes they can even rescue your loose kite if it gets
away from you (only advanced kiters should attempt this).
Rent a buddy
When
you go to a new place you may not know anyone, but you can always rent a
buddy. Many people will hire a local kiteboarding instructor at a new
spot to be their ride buddy. The instructor can be; a buddy, a coach,
and a guide. This is probably the best way to integrate into any new
spot.
Travel Buddies
The
ultimate buddy is the one that you can plan kiteboarding trips with.
Someone who shares your passion and makes you excited about the sport.
Buddy Rules
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Don’t teach your girlfriend, but they can be your buddy later.
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Always keep your eye on your buddy.
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Never leave your buddy alone.
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Know your buddy's gear, and safety system.
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Learn CPR/ First Aid to be a better buddy.
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Learn self-rescue and board recovery techniques
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Learn Rider rescues and kite recovery.
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Go halves in buying a Go-pro camera.
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When your buddy calls, you have to drop everything and go.
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Take care of your buddy and s/he will take care of you.
Happy kiting,
David Dorn
David
Dorn is the owner of Action Sports Maui kiteboarding School in Hawaii,
and is the Training Director for the IKO, and is a regular contributor
to this magazine.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
IKO USA Press release,
IKO
USA Press release,
The
International Kiteboarding Organization is best known as the world's largest
professional kiteboarding community.
IKO
is also the biggest kiteboarding organization in the United States with 12 pro-
centers (on water and snow), plus 3 US Examiners provide ITC Instructor
training Courses, and hundreds of active American instructors are working here
and traveling abroad.
IKO
has been growing in the USA
For
people wanting to get certified as an IKO instructor, there are courses at many
different US locations
including: Florida , Cape
Hatteras , New York , Hood River , Seattle , San Francisco , Los Angeles , and Hawaii
If
you like to travel there are nearby destinations to do your training like; Baja,
Puerto Rico, the Caribbean; Aruba, Bonaire, Dominican Republic (and worldwide
as well).
Here
are a few quick facts about IKO:
IKO
Kiteboarder Certification is the only system recognized internationally
in over 40 countries.IKO has a comprehensive teaching system: tried, tested proven and regularly updated for over 12 years and is backed and supported by the international IKO Network.
IKO has the most reputable "AAA rated" and best value kiteboarding insurance NOW available in the
IKO has job opportunities all over the world (with access to exclusive IKO job bank).
IKO
has products and teaching materials including;
videos, online training courses, handbooks, manuals, flags,
stickers, safety posters, apparel, and more.
Career
Opportunities:
IKO
Instructors can become, head instructors, center managers school owners, and
teach specialty subjects with our exclusive extended courses, snowkiting,
powerkiting, and more."IKO is the biggest name in professional kiteboarding certifications. So don’t waste your money on a no-name course. IKO is run by real kiteboarders, and has a strong and dedicated team. IKO instructors can teach anywhere in the world, and they will always get a job. Because IKO has the best training and support that an instructor can get. If you are serious about becoming an kiteboarding instructor you definitely want to get certified with IKO".
"IKO
Instructor training courses start at IKO Assistant 3day course for around $300
dollars. Training courses are available all over the USA
To
see a list of available ITC courses go to the IK O Training Calendar:
or
email training@ikontl.com
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Tips and links for Kiteboarding on Maui
Maui is an awesome kiteboarding destination, and each year
more people make Maui their go to spot, whether escaping their winter or
looking for the best most reliable winds in summer. With more new kiters
arriving each day, we are constantly answering the same sorts of questions;
Where is the best place to kite on Maui? and
what are the local hazards?, and Are there any local rules to worry about?
So over the years we have developed a lot of pertinent
information about kiteboarding on Maui, and we ask new kiters to check out a
few webpages that explain a lot about the island, this will help them find the
best kiting sessions quickly without getting into trouble.
Good Practice: Whenever kiting any new destination, it is
always good to ask a local kiter these same questions, but it is best to first do
a little homework and find out if there is any online information so that you
can get up to speed before you arrive. Here are some more questions you should
ask:
What are the windy months?
Where to stay close to the kite beaches?
What are the best spots?
What gear should I bring?
Here are a few links to information for new kiters coming to
Maui, so that they can get up to speed quickly
and make the most of their kiting sessions:
For Weather Info:
For Kite
Beach:
For Kiteboarding Right of Way rules:
For a complete list of kiteboarding beaches:
One final suggestion; when kiting a new location for the
first time, why not book a local instructor to act as your guide, and give you
an “orientation and tune up session”, to ensure that you are in tune with the
conditions and the local environment. Instructors can give you a lot of vital
information, and can also give you and your gear a checkout and trouble shoot
any problem areas. Or simply go for a tour with your instructor acting as your
local guide and ride buddy.
Happy kiting,
David Dorn
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Flying the Flag for IKO
It has been ten long years since Action Sports Maui started flying
the flag for IKO. The IKO is the International
Kiteboarding Organization and is famous around the world.
As Hawaii’s
longest running IKO school Action sports has enjoyed a great association as part
of the world’s largest kiteboarding community. When we became an IKO school, we
trained our instructors, and hosted many training courses. We have also had the pleasure to meet people from
all over the kiteboarding planet. Many who come to visit Maui
for our legendary trade winds. But also many more people who over the years have
become good friends. We didn’t know back in ‘03 that IKO would become such an
important part of our lives. It has allowed us to travel, and to share our kiteboarding
experiences with the world. Whenever you see the IKO flag flying, go and say hi,
because whoever flies the IKO flag is part of our kiteboarding family, and they
are always and friendly and happy to help you out.
Monday, January 14, 2013
IKO SNOWKITER’S HANDBOOK 2ND EDITION NOW AVAILABLE
Learning to snowkite has never been better. Not only does IKO offer snowkite courses but also released the 2nd Edition of the Snowkiter’s Handbook making it downloadable to portable devices so it can be used as as reference anywhere. Content is from the world’s top snowkiters. Click to see how to get the book.
Learning to snowkite has never been better. Not only does IKO offer snowkite courses but also released the 2nd Edition of the Snowkiter’s Handbook making it downloadable to portable devices so it can be used as as reference anywhere. Content is from the world’s top snowkiters. Click to see how to get the book.
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