Intermediate Kiteboarder Program

Become an independent kiteboarder!

Now you will make use of all that flying knowledge you gained in Level 1, but make sure you wear a flotation vest, and keep your helmet on because in this level you are ready to get in the water. Once you complete this portion of the program you will start riding the board.

Intermediate - Kiteboarder Level 2 in the water (6-8 hours)

• Enter and exit the water independently and safely while controlling the kite
• Water re-launch the kite
• Body drag downwind
• Maintain correct kite position in the wind window
• Change direction to the left and right while body dragging
• Self-rescue and full pack-down in deep water

• Upwind body drag to recover board
• Upwind body drag holding the board with one hand
• Enter and exit at the same point while upwind body dragging

• 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

• 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