Courses/Instructions

Month 1

DISCOVER KITESURF

- Understand wind window, crossed, on and offshore winds and wind effects.

- Set-up equipment and beach bar training.

- Fly & trainer Kite control

- Safety training

- Self rescue procedure

- First body drag

🪁 IKO TRAINING PLAN — DETAILED SUMMARY

This training plan outlines the progressive skill development for kiteboarders across four IKO levels:

1. Discovery Level

2. Intermediate Level

3. Independent Level

4. Advanced / Evolution Levels

   • Freeride

   • Freestyle

   • Wave

   • Hydrofoil

Kitesurfing Lessons

Enrolling in kitesurfing lessons led by IKO certified instructors can significantly reduce your learning time. Instructors provide supervision and safety. We, as IKO Instructors teach essential kiteboarding skills, and how to remain safe all time. GKP ensures an efficient and safe learning curve in the best conditions of the day. On the Island of Bahrain, wind is blowing 24/7 and 100% from the right direction for your practice!

For beginners, choosing kitesurfing lessons on the right spot, such as Nurana Island, East Coast Beach or West Coast Beach from a certified school is highly recommended. These lessons not only expedite your learning curve but also prioritize safety. A typical beginner’s course takes 12-20 hours of instruction over several days, offering a structured and immersive learning experience that equips you with the skills to confidently navigate the world of kitesurfing.

By comprehending and considering these influencing factors, aspiring kitesurfers can make informed decisions, actively contributing to expediting their journey from novice to proficient rider.

🌅 1. Discovery Level

(First contact with gear, wind, and basic safety)
 

1A — Fundamentals

• SEA Assessment: Evaluate Spot, Environment, Activity for safe conditions.

• Kite Inflate & Secure: Learn proper inflation, holding, carrying, and securing a kite.

• Kite Setup: Understand equipment layout and preparation.

1B — Safety & Ground Handling

• Safety System Use: Practice activating and reassembling safety releases.

• Pre-flight Check: Verify all equipment before launch.

• Launch/Land as Assistant: Support another pilot safely.

1C — First Piloting

• Explore Wind Window Edges

• Let Go of the Bar: Demonstrate awareness and trust in safety systems.

• Twist/Untwist Lines

1D — Ground Control Skills

• One-Handed Flying

• Trim System Introduction

• Walking While Flying the Kite

• Launch/Land as Pilot

• Wind Window Theory

1E — Safety Mastery

• Inflight Quick Release Activation

• Self‑Landing

• Equipment Packing

List of Equipment We Provide during the training:

Kiteboarding equipment evolves every year! It is challenging for kiters to keep pace with every brand’s new developments.  A thorough knowledge of kiteboarding equipment is essential.  First, let’s look below and check the terminology; a common language is important:

Kite and Bar Glossary

1.  Kite leash quick release.

2.  Kite leash. 

3.  Control bar end / line winders.

4.  Floaters.

5.  Control bar.

6.  Leader line.

7.  Back/steering line.

8.  Back line attachment lark head loop.

9.  Back line pigtail.

10. Wing tip.

11. Front/power lines.

12. Front lines’ pigtails.

13. Front bridles’ attachment larks head loops.

14. Bridles.

15. Leading edge.

16. Strut.

17. Trailing edge. 

18. Re-ride 2nd stopper ball.

19. Re-ride 1st stopper ball.

20. Trim (power) strap. 

21. Safety line (re-ride).

22. Center line.

23. Chicken loop quick release.

24. Chicken (lock) finger.

25. Chicken loop.

26. Pump! & Board