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IKO COURSES	DURATION	LOW SEASON	HIGH SEASON 25/6 till 05/9	DESCRIPTION
Discover Kitesurfing	1 hour	35 Euro	40 Euro	Trainer kite and small kite flying theory of kitesurfing flying
Beginner Kiteborder Level 1	5 hours	190 Euro	220 Euro	Kite set up, safety kite flying, first body drags *
Intermediate Kiteboarder Level 2	6 hours	220 Euro	250 Euro	Powered and up wind body drag, water start, first rides *
Independent Kiteboarder Level 3	6 hours	230 Euro	260 Euro	Riding upwind, switch direction, first jump *

* The IKO levels are analyzed further below.

IKO PACKAGES	DURATION	LOW SEASON	HIGH SEASON 25/6 till 05/9	DESCRIPTION
From zero 2 ride	11 hours	350 Euro	390 Euro	Kiteboarder beginner and intermediate course (IKO ride L1 & L2)
Ride and Jump	12 hours	380 Euro	425 Euro	Kiteboarder intermediate and Independent course (IKO L2 & L3)
From zero 2 pro	17 hours	500 Euro	550 Euro	Kiteboarder Beginner & Intermediate & Independent course (IKO L1 & L2 & L3)

SPECIAL & PRIVATE PACKAGES	DURATION	LOW SEASON	HIGH SEASON 25/6 till 05/9	DESCRIPTION
Trial Lesson	2 hours	80 Euro	80 Euro	Specially designed for people who just want to get a taste of kiteboarding, or don't have enough time to complete a full course.
Private 1:1	1 hour	90 Euro	120 Euro	From total beginner through advanced and tricks coaching
Private 1:1	3 hours	240 Euro	290 Euro	From total beginner through advanced and tricks coaching
Extra Hours	2 hours	145 Euro	180 Euro	From beginner through advanced and tricks coaching
Refresh lesson in semi private	1 hour	50 Euro	70 Euro	Refreshing level before entering the next one

Kiteboarder Level 1 - Beginner - on land (2-4 hours)

Level 1A

Know safe wind directions and conditions for kiting
Know hazards on a spot
Set up a trainer kite
Know the use of safety systems

Level 1B

Have basic flying skills with trainer kite
Launch and land the trainer kite with an assistant
Twist and untwist the lines while flying the kite
Walk and change directions while flying the kite
Know the wind window

Level 1C

Set-up a 4/5 line kite with a full de-power system
Pre-flight check of equipment and settings
In flight check of equipment and settings
Understand and use the international communication signals
Launch and land the kite to an assistant and as an assistant (4/5-line de-power kite)

Level 1D

Control the kite hooked into the harness
Understand the de-power system and can use the safety systems
Advanced flying skills with the de-power kite
Show full control of de-power systems in flight

Level 1E

Pull quick release and activate leash
Recover the bar and kite
Self land

Kiteboarder Level 2 - Intermediate - in the water (6-8 hours)

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

Kiteboarder Level 3 - Independent

Level 3J

Control the riding speed by edging
Consistent riding in both directions

Level 3K

Consistent riding in all directions including upwind
Ride amongst other riders and water users and respect right of way rules

Level 3L

Change of direction without stopping
Self- rescue and full pack-down in the water

Level 3M

Risk assessment and awareness of the riding area
Self launch

Level 3N

Make a toe side turn
Knows the theory and the safety rules for jumping
Land a basic jump

Learn kiteboaring safely from of our fully registered and insured IKO school. We have up to 15 friendly, talented IKO instructors ready to teach all the IKO levels from beginners to advanced. We also offer jet ski and private lessons.

IKO Courses
The standard IKO lesson guide.
IKO Packages
Tailored for more fun! Fits better with your vacation time.
Special & Private packages
1 to 1 special packages guaranteed to provide you the ultimate learning experience.
The IKO Level standards
Level 1 (Beginner)
Level 2 (Intermediate)
Level 3 (Independent)

Safety

The school’s policy asks all students to wear appropriate safety gear, which is included in the lesson prices. All the kite control bars used by instructors/students and for rentals are fitted with a safety leash. All safety systems have been tested to ensure that they are in 100% working order.

All students learn how to use the safety systems from the first lesson. Lessons are only conducted while the wind conditions are below 30 knots, with a maximum instructor to student ratio of 1 to 3.

Paroskite has a 100% safety record, we have NEVER had an accident in our center!!!

We only use the very latest equipment from the worlds leading manufacturers such as BEST, JN, NOBILE, DAKINE, HYPERFLEX & MYSTIC.

Qualified riders are welcome to rent the latest equipment from the leading manufacturers.

Paroskite ensures your peace of mind by storing your equipment safely and securely.

Lessons and accommodation packages available exclusive to Paroskite.