FAQ

Q	What means IKO?
A	IKO, the International Kiteboarding Organization, is an independent and international organization founded in November 2001 in order to promote kiteboarding worldwide. Through the development of a professional network of affiliated kiteboarding centers and trained instructors and examiners, IKO provides a high quality level of teaching, with standards that are recognized and applied worldwide.
Q	Do I get IKO certified falowing Kite415 lessons?
A	Yes! Every student gets certified at the end of there class and will receive a IKO certification card which displays the level they reached true out the class recognized and applied worldwide.
Q	Does the price include all the gear for the lessons?
A	Yes! Price include all the need it gear for the lessons, as well wetsuit, butties, protective gear.
Q	Are all lessons one-on-one?
A	Yes! You will receive undivided attention from a qualified certified instructor during the period of your lessons.
Q	Do we teach group lessons?
A	Yes! Per request! We can teach group land lessons, all though in the water we recommend one-on-one instructions, or two students per instructor sharing the time (one siting on the jet-ski, the other one practicing in the water).
Q	Are all the water lessons jet-ski assisted?
A	Yes! All lessons are jet-ski assisted in less other wise specified.
Q	What do I need to bring?
A	Its good to bring: Sun screen, water, little snack. However, we provide those things as well in case you forgot them.
Q	If I have my own gear, wetsuit, butties, helmet?
A	You can always bring them with you and we can use what is need it. However, Kite415 is providing on all lessons top of the line 2011 gear and apparel!
Q	I have questions about gear.
A	Kite415 crew organizes once every two weeks the "Kite Hour". Meet new kiters, ask questions, have fun! Please check http://www.kite415.com/services/kite-hour.php

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