Make use of all that flying knowledge you gained in Level 1, but make sure you wear a flotation vest, and get your helmet communication 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.

Kiteboarder Level 2 in the water:-

Level 2F
*Enter and exit the water independently and safely while controlling the kite *Water re-launch the kite *First body drag downwind *Maintain correct kite position in the wind window *Change direction to the left and right while body dragging *Recover the kite and bar in the water
Level 2G
*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
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

Please SEE HERE for more detailed information on what to expect from your lesson and ensure you read our Terms and Conditions.

The Ultimate Kiteboarding Lesson Course (our most popular)

This course to give you a full taste of the kite and board! This is run over 3 days (first day 2.5hr then next 2 days of 2 hour sessions). BOOK DAY 1 AND THEN YOU WILL RECEIVE A LINK TO BOOK SUBSEQUENT 2 DATES
Day 1
Learn the basics of setup, safety, launching/landing, water recovery and flying a trainer kite before we set you up with a 4 line inflatable kite and get you in the water bodydragging with the kite. Max 2 students on your first day as there is a lot of theory involved, before we move onto private tuition once you are in the water.

Day 2
Refresh over the basics you learnt in your first session and once comfortable bodydragging upwind you will be introduced to the board. This lesson is private one on one instruction with our helmet communication so the instructor is in constant contact with you whilst in the water.

Day 3
Get you straight into the water from where you left off on Day 2 and start board riding.
Once you have completed this course you will receive an IKO card showing which level you have reached which will allow you to hire kiteboarding equipment anywhere in the world.

WHY CHOOSE WEST OZ KITEBOARDING?

We are the only IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization) School in Perth with all of our Instructors holding this qualification and all have relevant experience before we accept them to teach at our school. We have been running lessons at Safety Bay / Shoalwater since 1999 and believe you will get more from your lessons with us!
We use Headzone Communication Helmets to speed up your learning process so your Instructor is in constant contact with you PLUS you are learning at the best location to kiteboard (others will claim to be the best but with our cross shore breeze, sheltered waters between the islands and mainland and safe waters surrounded by sandbars and no swimmers/boats/obstacles this really is the BEST LOCATION IN THE WORLD). LOCATION: Shoalwater Bay, only 35 minutes south of Perth is the best location in WA for lessons, with its cross shore breeze and sheltered waters from the surrounding islands you will not be blown out to sea or onto shore and there are no boats/swimmers/obstacles so you can just focus on your kite and board.
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What to Bring - a towel, bathers/boardshorts, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses are recommended.

This is an all inclusive course. We teach you from the basics and take it right up to getting you kiteboarding upwind comfortably! This course is run over 6 days (2 hours per day) .....it can be consecutive days, or break it up as you like.
Day 1
Learn the basics of setup, safety, launching/landing, water recovery and flying a trainer kite before we set you up with a 4 line inflatable kite and get you in the water bodydragging with the kite. Max 2 students on your first day as there is a lot of theory involved, before we move onto private tuition once you are in the water.
Day 2
Refresh over the basics you learnt in your first session and once comfortable bodydragging upwind you will be introduced to the board.

Day 3-6
We get you setup and straight in the water with your board, concentrating on getting you up and riding as quickly as possibly using our helmet communication so the instructor is in constant contact with you whilst in the water. Once up and riding we focus on getting you riding upwind so you can get setup at the beach, head out and ride and come back to your start spot.....this is an exhilarating feeling. On the last day of the lesson it really depends on the individual's progression to what level you will be, most people are comfortable riding, some staying upwind, some even doing transition turns. We progress you through as quickly as possible whilst making you comfortable with all of the information and equipment. Once you have completed this course you will receive an IKO card showing which level you have reached which will allow you to hire kiteboarding equipment anywhere in the world.

Please SEE HERE for more detailed information on what to expect from your lesson and ensure you read our Terms and Conditions.