This is one of the things I found people struggle the most, choosing the right kite school. So I decided to make some videos with some tips that can help you select the right one or at least have a more informed decision. Check it out and let me know if you agree or not. And what other points you think are essential to consider?
6 points on how to choose a kiteschool - 01 Location of the school
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Re: 6 points on how to choose a kiteschool - 01 Location of the school
Nice vid, clear and simple. Covers most of what I would tell a beginner.
One other thing I would say is to ask about and find a school that focuses more on safety & launching/landing than riding the board. I know everybody wants to get up and ride as fast as possible BUT as you said in the vid the most dangerous part is on the beach launching & landing. The biggest problems I see on any beach is people having almost no idea how to launch safely. Even ‘good’ riders don’t seem to know how a kite works and how to get into a safe position for themselves and their helper. Gets sketch fast so more time is needed in the lessons on this than ANY other aspect, imo.
One other thing I would say is to ask about and find a school that focuses more on safety & launching/landing than riding the board. I know everybody wants to get up and ride as fast as possible BUT as you said in the vid the most dangerous part is on the beach launching & landing. The biggest problems I see on any beach is people having almost no idea how to launch safely. Even ‘good’ riders don’t seem to know how a kite works and how to get into a safe position for themselves and their helper. Gets sketch fast so more time is needed in the lessons on this than ANY other aspect, imo.
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Re: 6 points on how to choose a kiteschool - 01 Location of the school
Totally agree, I will make one specific video covering the launching and landing procedures and things to look for. Thanks for the feedback.knotwindy wrote: ↑Mon Mar 18, 2019 4:26 pmNice vid, clear and simple. Covers most of what I would tell a beginner.
One other thing I would say is to ask about and find a school that focuses more on safety & launching/landing than riding the board. I know everybody wants to get up and ride as fast as possible BUT as you said in the vid the most dangerous part is on the beach launching & landing. The biggest problems I see on any beach is people having almost no idea how to launch safely. Even ‘good’ riders don’t seem to know how a kite works and how to get into a safe position for themselves and their helper. Gets sketch fast so more time is needed in the lessons on this than ANY other aspect, imo.