A standard beginner’s course is broken down into three core elements:
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Flying a kite on land: launching, landing and kite control
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Flying a kite in the water: body dragging, control and re-launching
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Getting up and riding on a board
Within these elements, you will also learn about:
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Assessing an area for safe kiting conditions
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Understanding the wind direction, strength and gusts
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Understanding tides, currents and hazards
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Choosing the right equipment for the conditions
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Setting-up, tuning and packing down your equipment
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Safety procedures and what to do in an emergency
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Board-starts (getting up on the board)
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Continuous riding and speed control
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How to stay upwind
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Rules and rights of way on the water