How much is the live Assistant Course?
The live Assistant Course is determined by the IKO Center. You can check pricing on the training calendar.
Can I schedule the live course before I finish the online course?
Yes, you can book the live course at an IKO Center as soon as you’ve enrolled in the online course.
How long does it take to complete the Online Couse (Assistant / Instructor)?
Most people are able to finish it in 12 hours over several days.
How does the Expired Instructor Reassessment work?
Please download the Expired Instructor Reassessment Manual in your download section for full details.
I am an expired IKO Instructor with an open quality case, can I do the Expired Instructor Reassessment?
No, you will have to attend an ITC, if the Quality Department approves your place.
What can I do to become a Level 2 Instructor?
IKO Instructors have to log the students they have taught along with teaching hours.
To do so, login to your account ; go to the tab "My Students" and click on “Certification”.
Then click on the ‘+Kiteboarder’ and fill in your student’s details.
You can see how many students and hours you have logged by going to the tab “My Students” and clicking on “Feedback”, it will be displayed in the table at the top.
How do I get a job at an IKO Center or find out what schools are hiring?
Login to your account. Select "My Jobs" tab and select “Job Offer” as type of ad. You can also post an ad as a job search. Additionally, you can also contact the IKO Affiliated Centers directly.Please note that only valid IKO certified Instructors can post a job search.
Can I create several accounts in the IKO database to get more benefits?
No. As an official IKO member, you should only have one IKO account (unless you are also registering an IKO Center for affiliation).
Will I be covered by insurance if I am competing in a competition?
Yes, if your membership is valid, you are covered during competitions. The competition must be recognized by a local, national, or international organization.
Can I renew my membership by bank transfer?
We currently do not accept payment by bank transfer. Please contact support if this is the only payment method you can use.