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IKO Kiteboarder Level 2 Program: Practical session, (Body Dragging).
We’ve covered the basics in level 1 program, it’s time to put your new skill set to the test in preparation for your first water start. This 14 point program is the taste of what’s to come. This 2nd session is normally achievable in 2-3 hours up to the water start.
Flying the kite out in the ocean, guided by your instructor, you’ll get to feel the power of the wind and the waves. An exhilarating experience with a real sense of achievement as you make your first water start.
Kiteboarder Level 2:
Level 2F
- Can bodydrag downwind showing an understanding of the correct kite position in the wind window.
- Can show change of direction to the left and right when bodydragging, using correct kite positioning.
- Can recover the kite and bar in the water.
Level 2G
- Can recover board by bodydragging.
- Can bodydrag one handed and use the board to bodydrag upwind.
- Can enter and exit at the same point body dragging.
- Is able to demonstrate the power stroke as for a water start.
Level 2H
- Can demonstrate an understanding of weather forecast, tidal- and wind effects.
- Can determine the wind strength, direction and quality.
- Knows the right of way rules.
Level 2I
- Knows how to set up a board and ability to choose the right type for specific conditions.
- Knows safety rules and theory for water start.
- Is able to choose and maintain riding direction.
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