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Become an independent kiteboarder

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Overview

This course has 6 modules:

Module 1: Understanding Weather

Module 2: Reading the Tides

Module 3: Choosing the Right Site and Knowing Your Gear

Module 4: Right of Way

Module 5: Self-Rescue Techniques

Module 6: Safety Systems

Module 7: Kite Aerodynamics and Flight Theory

Syllabus

  • Read weather signs and indications to determine safe kiteboarding conditions
  • Read the tides and observe their impact on kiteboarding conditions
  • Select an appropriate kiteboarding site through conducting a site assessment
  • Describe the six kiteboarding right of way rules
  • Describe key self-rescue techniques
  • Identify a series of kiteboarding safety systems
  • Identify the key elements of aerodynamics and flight theory in kiteboarding

Taught by

Kiteboarding Australia

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