North Rebel 2011
The success of the North Rebel continues with the New North Rebel 2011- THE high performance Freeride/Wave Kite. Built to a new level of perfection using Progression 10 Technology and Technoforce D2 materials lighter and stronger than ever before…
Read more >Cabrinha Kites 2011
Cabrinha kites 2011 KITE SELECTOR Style Guide
Cabrinha kites 2011 BOARD LINE UP Style Guide
SUP’s or Stand Up Paddleboarding Nelson NZ
SUPing or Stand Up Paddle boarding is the newest water sport that everyone is talking about. Perfect for flat calm no wind days, surf, lakes and rivers and anyone can do it… available at Kitescool ph 021354837.
Read more >Cindy Mosey letter of Endorsement
i fully endorse their kite surfing school and teaching techniques.
Cindy Mosey former World Champion Kitesurfer 2005, 2006 and 2007.
Read more >North Fuse kite 2010
New from the North kiteboarding R and D team the Fuse 2010….A dedicated Free-ride/wave kite the Fuse is the latest creation in 4 line performance. Demo at Kitescool now!
Read more >Cindy Mosey Island Odyssey 18-24.09.09- Aitutaki South Pacific Islands
Cindy Mosey Island Odyssey 18-24.09.09- Aitutaki
South Pacific Islands
The last one! Still a few places left on the 6.08.09… you will never have an opportunity to experience kitesurfing like this ever again as this is the last CMIO being run by Cindy Mosey.
Just imagine idyllic tropical beaches…..:)
Read more >North Rebel 2010 -New freeride/ Wave kite from North Kiteboarding
The third generation North Rebel 2010 freeride/wave kite is smooth, lively and features responsive steering even when De-powered making the North Rebel 2010 the ultimate kite for wave and freeriding in any conditions.
Read more >Cabrinha Nomad Kite 2010, New Freestyle/Wave kite from Cabrinha Kiteboarding
Cabrinha Nomad Kite 2010, New Freestyle/Wave Kite
The Cabrinha Nomad is a kite for an advanced rider looking for performance in freestyle and waves. The kites turns off the wingtip and generates a lot of pull in kite loops. The Cabrinha Nomad is ideal for anyone looking to do huge unhooked wake style tricks while still having the safety and depower of the IDS bridle and control system.
Read more >Rhino 09
The free-ride / race machine!
The North Rhino has always been synonymous with extreme power and big jumps. The 2009 Rhino is no exception.
2009 Cabrinha Switch Blade IDS
Available now! At Kitescool. The industry leading kite for freeriding and wakestyle just got better. Thanks to the addition of the Intelligent Depower System or IDS you have more control at your fingertips than you ever thought possible.
Read more >Kite School ~ Kitesurf Lessons and Courses
Kitescool offers group and private lessons - every day from September/October to April/May. We teach according to the IKO (International Kitesurfing Organisation) standards which are designed to help you learn in a safe way. There are 3 Levels to achieve and your IKO qualified instructor will respect your rhythm and take you through all the steps to reach your goals.
Level 1: Discovery Kitesurfer program
Level 2: Intermediate Kitesurfer program
Level 3: Independent Kitesurfer program
Our most popular kitesurfing courses are the 2 day Introduction and the5 day Zero to Hero course.
IKO Levels 1 and 2 Introduction Course ~ NZ $340
The 2 day introduction aims to cover IKO Levels 1 and 2 and is run over two days*. Generally the courses start around midday and run thru to 4.30-5.00 pm.
IKO Levels 1-3 ‘Zero to Hero’ Course ~ NZ $850
The 5 day Zero to Hero is the fastest way to learn to Kitesurf and aims to cover IKO Levels 1-3 and is run over 5 days*. Generally the courses start around midday and go until 4.30-5.00pm.
The Discovery Kitesurfer Program IKO Level 1 ~ NZ $170
The best way to discover Kiteboarding!
Discover Kiteboarding and elevate your water sports experience! The IKO Kiteboarding programs are designed to help you learn in a safe way. Your IKO instructor will respect your rythm and take you through all the steps to reach your goals.
Kiteboarder Level 1 on land (3-4 hours):
Level 1A
- Know safe wind directions and conditions for kiting
- Know hazards on a spot
- Set up a trainer kite
- Know the use of safety systems
Level 1B
- Have basic flying skills with trainer kite
- Launch and land the trainer kite with an assistant.
- Twist and untwist the lines while flying the kite.
- Walk and change directions while flying the kite
- Know the wind window
Level 1C
- Set-up a 4/5 line kite with a full de-power system
- Pre- flight check equipment and settings
- In flight check equipment and settings
- Understand and use the international communication signals
- Launch and land the kite to an assistant and as an assistant (4/5-line de-power kite)
Level 1D
- Control the kite hooked into the harness
- Understand the de-power system and can use the safety systems
- Advanced flying skills with the de-power kite
- Show full control of de-power systems in flight
Level 1E
- Pull quick release and activate leash
- Recover the bar and kite
- Self land
Intermediate Kitesurfer Program IKO Level 2 ~ NZ $170 (per lesson)*
Once you complete this program, you will start riding on the board. You will be ready to continue to the next level of riding and become an independant kiteboarder!
Kiteboarder Level 2 in the water (6 - 8 hours): *It generally takes more than one lesson to complete Level 2.
Level 2F
- Enter and exit the water independently and safely while controlling the kite.
- Water re-launch the kite.
- First body drag downwind.
- Maintain correct kite position in the wind window.
- Change direction to the left and right while body dragging.
- Recover the kite and bar in the water.
Level 2G
- Upwind body drag to recover board.
- Upwind body drag holding the board with one hand.
- Enter and exit at the same point while upwind body dragging.
Level 2H
- Know the power stroke for a water start.
- Know the safety rules and theory for water start.
- Can put the board on the feet and maintain the correct position for water start.
Level 2I
- Water start in both directions and ride a short distance.
- Come to a controlled stop.
- Understand weather forecast, tidal- and wind effects.
- Determine the wind strength, direction and quality.
- Know the right of way rules.
- Know equipment set up and choice according to the weather conditions.
Independent Kitesurfer program IKO Level 3 ~ NZ $170 (per lesson)*
Once you have completed this program, you will be able to start jumping and you will be a truly independent rider!
Kiteboarding is a sport that is easy to travel with, so go explore different locations, water surfaces and wind strengths! Kitescool sells all the necessary kitesurfing gear that you will need to become an independent kitesurfer! Let our experienced team put together a package that is perfect for you! Kitescool provides discount prices to all students. Another popular option is to hire the equipment from Kitescool and continue practicing at the end of your Kitesurfing course!
*It takes most people several lessons to complete Level 3 depending on previous experience.
Kiteboarder Level 3:
Level 3J
- Control the riding speed by edging.
- Consistent riding in both directions.
Level 3K
- Consistent riding in all directions including upwind.
- Ride amongst other riders and water users and respect right of way rules.
Level 3L
- Change of direction without stopping.
- Self- rescue and full pack-down in the water.
Level 3M
- Risk assessment and awareness of the riding area.
- Self launch.
Level 3N
- Make a toe side turn.
- Knows the theory and the safety rules for jumping.
- Land a basic jump.
Private Kitesurf Lessons
Try a Private Kitesurf Lesson; learn at your own speed with the full attention of your own instructor! You’ll be a confident kiteboarder in no time. Cost NZ$ 270 for 3 hours and NZ$ 90 an hour thereafter.
* Days don’t have to be taken consecutively. All prices include all equipment supplied. A general fitness level is required but all age groups welcome.
Kitescool offers group and private lessons - every day from September/October to April/May. We teach according to the IKO (International Kitesurfing Organisation) standards which are designed to help you learn in a safe way. There are 3 Levels to achieve and your IKO qualified instructor will respect your rhythm and take you through all the steps to reach your goals.
Level 1: Discovery Kitesurfer program
Level 2: Intermediate Kitesurfer program
Level 3: Independent Kitesurfer program
Our most popular kitesurfing courses are the 2 day Introduction and the5 day Zero to Hero course.
IKO Levels 1 and 2 Introduction Course ~ NZ $340
The 2 day introduction aims to cover IKO Levels 1 and 2 and is run over two days*. Generally the courses start around midday and run thru to 4.30-5.00 pm.
IKO Levels 1-3 ‘Zero to Hero’ Course ~ NZ $850
The 5 day Zero to Hero is the fastest way to learn to Kitesurf and aims to cover IKO Levels 1-3 and is run over 5 days*. Generally the courses start around midday and go until 4.30-5.00pm.
The Discovery Kitesurfer Program IKO Level 1 ~ NZ $170
The best way to discover Kiteboarding!
Discover Kiteboarding and elevate your water sports experience! The IKO Kiteboarding programs are designed to help you learn in a safe way. Your IKO instructor will respect your rythm and take you through all the steps to reach your goals.
Kiteboarder Level 1 on land (3-4 hours):
Level 1A
- Know safe wind directions and conditions for kiting
- Know hazards on a spot
- Set up a trainer kite
- Know the use of safety systems
Level 1B
- Have basic flying skills with trainer kite
- Launch and land the trainer kite with an assistant.
- Twist and untwist the lines while flying the kite.
- Walk and change directions while flying the kite
- Know the wind window
Level 1C
- Set-up a 4/5 line kite with a full de-power system
- Pre- flight check equipment and settings
- In flight check equipment and settings
- Understand and use the international communication signals
- Launch and land the kite to an assistant and as an assistant (4/5-line de-power kite)
Level 1D
- Control the kite hooked into the harness
- Understand the de-power system and can use the safety systems
- Advanced flying skills with the de-power kite
- Show full control of de-power systems in flight
Level 1E
- Pull quick release and activate leash
- Recover the bar and kite
- Self land
Intermediate Kitesurfer Program IKO Level 2 ~ NZ $170 (per lesson)*
Once you complete this program, you will start riding on the board. You will be ready to continue to the next level of riding and become an independant kiteboarder!
Kiteboarder Level 2 in the water (6 - 8 hours): *It generally takes more than one lesson to complete Level 2.
Level 2F
- Enter and exit the water independently and safely while controlling the kite.
- Water re-launch the kite.
- First body drag downwind.
- Maintain correct kite position in the wind window.
- Change direction to the left and right while body dragging.
- Recover the kite and bar in the water.
Level 2G
- Upwind body drag to recover board.
- Upwind body drag holding the board with one hand.
- Enter and exit at the same point while upwind body dragging.
Level 2H
- Know the power stroke for a water start.
- Know the safety rules and theory for water start.
- Can put the board on the feet and maintain the correct position for water start.
Level 2I
- Water start in both directions and ride a short distance.
- Come to a controlled stop.
- Understand weather forecast, tidal- and wind effects.
- Determine the wind strength, direction and quality.
- Know the right of way rules.
- Know equipment set up and choice according to the weather conditions.
Independent Kitesurfer program IKO Level 3 ~ NZ $170 (per lesson)*
Once you have completed this program, you will be able to start jumping and you will be a truly independent rider!
Kiteboarding is a sport that is easy to travel with, so go explore different locations, water surfaces and wind strengths! Kitescool sells all the necessary kitesurfing gear that you will need to become an independent kitesurfer! Let our experienced team put together a package that is perfect for you! Kitescool provides discount prices to all students. Another popular option is to hire the equipment from Kitescool and continue practicing at the end of your Kitesurfing course!
*It takes most people several lessons to complete Level 3 depending on previous experience.
Kiteboarder Level 3:
Level 3J
- Control the riding speed by edging.
- Consistent riding in both directions.
Level 3K
- Consistent riding in all directions including upwind.
- Ride amongst other riders and water users and respect right of way rules.
Level 3L
- Change of direction without stopping.
- Self- rescue and full pack-down in the water.
Level 3M
- Risk assessment and awareness of the riding area.
- Self launch.
Level 3N
- Make a toe side turn.
- Knows the theory and the safety rules for jumping.
- Land a basic jump.
Private Kitesurf Lessons
Try a Private Kitesurf Lesson; learn at your own speed with the full attention of your own instructor! You’ll be a confident kiteboarder in no time. Cost NZ$ 270 for 3 hours and NZ$ 90 an hour thereafter.
* Days don’t have to be taken consecutively. All prices include all equipment supplied. A general fitness level is required but all age groups welcome.