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An IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization)certified course that teaches water re/starts with the board, board riding, board control, speed control, some relevant theory, and more...
The course is taught at a lake using appropriately sized kites depending on the wind speed and students size / capability.
The purpose of this class is to get the student comfortably riding a board with a full size kite, able to confidently maneuver the board to control power and direction, and to understand right of way rules and general kiteboarding etiquette.
This is the material that we typically cover in the Level 2 Course:
Level 2H
Know the power stroke for a water start
Know the safety rules and theory for water start
Can put the board on the feet and maintain the correct position for water start
Level 2I
Water starts in both directions and ride a short distance
Come to a controlled stop
Understand weather forecast, tidal- and wind effects
Determine the wind strength, direction and quality
Know the right of way rules
Know equipment set up and choice according to the weather conditions
Level 3J
Control the riding speed by edging
Consistent riding in both directions
Level 3K
Consistent riding in all directions including upwind
Ride amongst other riders and water users and respect right of way rules
Level 3L
Change of direction without stopping
Self- rescue and full pack-down in the water