How do I renew my membership?
At the end of your membership period, log into your account and click "Renew / Upgrade" then pay your annual membership fee.
Can I renew my membership by bank transfer?
Find below the payment information to renew via Wise:
TransferWise EUR Bank code (SWIFT / BIC): TRWIBEB1XXX IBAN (to receive EUR from the EU only): BE90 9670 4426 7732 Account Holder: International Kiteboarding Organization, S.R.L. Address: TransferWise Europe SA, Square de Meeûs 38 bte 40, Brussels, 1000, Belgium
TransferWise USD Account Holder: International Kiteboarding Organization, S.R.L. Account Number: 8310019794 SWIFT/BIC: CMFGUS33 Bank Address: TransferWise, 19 W 24th Street, New York, NY 10010 , United States
Why am I denied access to some areas on the IKO Website?
Some web pages and information are specifically accessible to some members or schools after login.
To learn more about membership and school plans, click below to read the information that corresponds to your needs:
What happens if I want to renew after 2 years of being expired?
If you leave your membership expired for more than 2 years, you will have to attend an Instructor Reinstatement Course (IRC) to be reactivated.
What happens if I renew after 12 months of being expired?
If you leave your membership expired for more than 12 months, you will have to pass an online exam corresponding to your certification level with a score higher than 80% to be able to renew.
What happens if my membership expires?
From the day that your membership expires, you are no longer recognized as an IKO Instructor which means that you lose your license to teach and all the benefits associated with being a member of IKO including insurance coverage..
Which payment methods can I use to renew?
You can pay with a credit card, bank transfer, or PayPal.
When does my membership expire?
Log in to your account on the IKO website to find your expiry date on the homepage of your profile. Renew before your expiry date to avoid losing your licence to teach and all the benefits of being an IKO Assistant/Instructor.
Where can I view the eCourses offered for Instructors?
You are able to view all online courses along with descriptions and training hours by going to the Ecourses Page. Please note that some courses are only open to Instructors of a certain level.