Kitesurfing Lessons 1 : Kite control

A kiteboarding lesson covering the basics of kiteboarding. This kitesurfing lesson is the first step to accelerate your learning curve and staying safe.

* Carry and set up the lines and kite
* Determine the wind direction and upwind and downwind (windward, leeward).
* Fly a small kite (inflatable, stunt kite, foil…) on the wind window edge.
* Fly the small kite in the power area without crashing it.
* Be aware of the area where the kite can fall down wind to the pilot.
* Activate the safety quick release.
* Position the kite on request from 9 to 3 o’clock on the wind window edge.
* Know how to stop the kite power in case of problem by releasing the bar.
* Launch a kite with an assistant and choose the right angle to the wind.
* Twist and untwist the lines while the kite flies.
* Recover a kite and secure it on land.
* Land a kite with the help of an assistant.
* Fly a kite hooked to the harness.
* Pilot hooked to the harness with one hand.


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