Are kiteboarding lessons necessary?
Yes, absolutely. Kiteboarding is an extreme sport with a technical learning curve. Similar to scuba diving or flying a paraglider, you don’t want to take unnecessary risks while learning and get hurt. Many of the techniques are counter-intuitive and best learned with a professional instructor. Lessons will shorten your learning time and keep you much safer in the process of becoming an independent kiteboarder.
What can I do to become an Assistant?
To become an Assistant you need to check the prerequisites for the course and then look for an ATC in the Training Calendar.
How can I complete internship hours?
Candidates with internship have the option to continue their training alongside an Instructor Level 2 or higher until they reach a satisfactory level. Look for the Internship Guide in the files section of your profile.
What score do I need to pass an online exam?
To pass online exams, more than 70% of the questions must be answered correctly. Once you achieve this score, the IKO administration will be notified and we will change your status to “passed” immediately. You have three chances to pass every exam.
Can IKO Instructors certify students from non IKO Instructors?
IKO Instructors can only certify students from non-IKO Instructors after evaluating their kiteboarding level.
How to certify a student?
To certify a student, follow these four steps.
1. Log in to your account and go to “Students” tab.
2. Pick and click the course, "Kiteboarder."
3. Fill out and submit the online certification form. Students you have certified will be notified automatically by email.
What can I do if the Candidates cannot afford the ITC training fee?
The ITC organizer has the authority to make a payment agreement. The only set fee is the IKO fee. The Organizer determines the final price based on his expenses.
Who should I contact to enroll in a Pro-training Course (ATC /ITC)?
Go to the Training Calendar and book your course online. You can also contact the ATC/ITC Organizer directly to sign up for a course. Contact details can be found on the Training Calendar. Candidates provide all required documents, like the CPR and Candidate waiver, to the Organizer, not the IKO.
Does the IKO Instructor diploma open career opportunities?
Yes. Thanks to IKO's international recognition, the IKO Instructor diploma gives you the opportunity to easily find a job anywhere in the world. The classified ads section is available for all IKO Members in the "Jobs" section on your personal account. Instructors can also post Job Search ads. These ads are viewable by potential employers.With IKO Centers in over 60 countries worldwide, you already have the opportunity to work all over the world.