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KITEBOARDING INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION COURSES  2010
IKO
instructor training courses
(Assistant, ITC, IEC, Medic.)

ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR EQUIVALENCY FIRST AID -CPR DATES


IKO Assistant instructor Course

Cost:  $295.00 (plus tax)

Duration: 3-days

Location: Kanaha Beach, Maui, Hawaii USA

Host School: Action Sports Maui (808) 871-5857

IKO Trainer/Examiner: David Dorn (808) 283-7913

The assistant instructor program is essential to candidates with no prior teaching background in kiteboarding. If you intend on following an ITC (instructor's course) the assistant instructor program is a prerequisite to be IKO instructor level 1. The courses can be scheduled by arrangement. The Assistant instructor level allows you to begin working in a school under the supervision of a level 2 instructor.

Training course:  The training is organized in 3 steps and is completed in a minimum of 3 days. The 2 first steps are usually completed in 1 day: - Evaluation of your competencies: kiteboarding knowledge, practice level, boat piloting skills, - Theoretical competencies: level check and update of knowledge.  A visit of the school also takes place during the 1st day in order for you to better understand the way it works (bookings, equipment storage, spot, etc.) During the 3rd step, you will work with your instructor level 2 in live situation. You act as assistant instructor during at least 18 hours of lessons.
Note: at the beginning of the training, each candidate receives an Assistant Instructor Manual as well as a copy of the Kiteboarder's Workbook. The assistant instructor's diploma is presented at the end of the training and upon successful completion. Your benefits: become part of IKO's international network! Once certified, you will get your IKO ID that allows you to log in the pro area of the website. As an assistant instructor you benefit from numerous job opportunities thanks to the job offers to which you have access in the pro area of the web site. Moreover, you have priority over other candidates for ITC level 1.

Pre-requisites:
* Be at least 16 years old (parental consent if under 18),
* Be certified IKO kiteboarder level 3 for at least 6 months (or have equivalent level of practice),
* Have a valid first aid and CPR diploma,
* Have a power boat license of skill level if no license is necessary in your country.


  IKO (International Kiteboarding Organization) Level One course ITC.

Kiteboarding Instructor Training Course

 New dates:     April 13-17 2010,  Sept 7-11 2010

Cost:  $850.00 (plus tax)

Duration: 5-days (approx 40hours)

Location: Kanaha Beach, Maui, Hawaii USA

Host School: Action Sports Maui (808) 871-5857

IKO Trainer/Examiner: David Dorn (808) 283-7913

 Book Now, Spaces limited, Reservation Required.

 A 50% deposit is required for registration in this course. The balance is due two weeks prior course commencement. Trainees provide their own personal kiteboarding equipment, Lunches, transportation. Spaces are limited, so book early. Course costs include an IKO Instructor Manual, IKO Kiteboarder Manual  and Certificate (upon graduation). We recommend that participants should purchase read the IKO Kiteboarding "Vision Book" before the course (optional). The Instructor Manual is available when full payment is received for the course. There will be a practical riding skills test. IKO Assistant level course or proof of prior teaching experience (in an aerial sport) is a pre-requisite. It is recommended that candidates log some hours assisting at an IKO school. Candidates may be required after the course to do shadowing hours of IKO L2 instructors teaching lessons, to meet the requirements.

IKO Assistant Instructor Pre-requisites:

  • Be at least 16 years old.

  • Be certified as an IKO kiteboarder level 3 for at least 6 months.

  • Have a powerboat license or equivalent skill level if no obligatory license is required in the home country.

  • Have a valid First aid & CPR certificate.

IKO Instructor Level 1, prerequisites:

  • Be at least 18 years old.

  • Kiteboard for more than 6 months and be able to perform jumps (with grabs), controlled turns, switch (toe-side) riding, and be able to ride between other riders.

  • Have an IKO assistant instructor certification or justify a teaching experience in a water or aerial sport.

  • Have a valid First aid & CPR certificate.

  • Have a powerboat license or equivalent skill level if no obligatory license is required in the home Country.

IKO Training:

    IKO Instructor training course 5 days

  • Safety
  • Practical environment
  • Analysis
  • Technique
  • Teaching psychology
  • Teaching in live situation
  • Student certification
  • Communication

 

IKO Certification:

By the end of the 5 days course, an instructor must be able to:

  • Provide the appropriate equipment to his student and adapt it
  • Develop communication and teaching techniques that allow the students to understand and perform the required task
  • Recognize and manage the mental state of his student
  • Evaluate his students before the lesson
  • Evaluate the reason for failure of the student and provide information to help him improve
  • Manage his teaching area and anticipate the dangers (obstacles, passer-by, other students and instructors)
  • Teach the proper use of safety equipment
  • Perform rescues for students & other ocean users (if necessary)
  • Self evaluate his professional weakness and strength after having taught in live situation
  • As observer during a teaching live situation, identify an instructor candidate's professional weakness or strength
  • Describe the key point of an exercise to enable the student to do it
  • Certify a student with the Kiteboarder card
  • Deal with own stress tiredness
  • Be a good role model
  • Obtain a minimum rate of 15/20 at the written exam.
     

An IKO instructor level 1 is qualified to:

  • Teach kiteboarding with a ratio of maximum 2 kites/4 students simultaneously
  • Teach kiteboarding following IKO standards
  • Certify students up to IKO kiteboarder level 3
  • Teach recreational power kite to maximum 6 students simultaneously.

IKO "IEC" instructor Equivalency Course

Dates:    During ITC Courses or by Arrangement.

Cost:  $495.00 (plus tax)

Duration: 3-days

Location: Kanaha Beach, Maui, Hawaii USA

Host School: Action Sports Maui (808) 871-5857

IKO Trainer/Examiner: David Dorn (808) 283-7913

The IEC equivalency instructor program is for certified instructors from other teaching systems to become IKO certified kiteboarding instructors. Current certification in PASA, VDWS, FAV, or FEV. is required, as well as 1year prior teaching experience. The courses can be scheduled by arrangement with three or more candidates. IEC may be completed during the last three days of an ITC course if spaces are available.

Training course:  The training is usually completed in a minimum of 3 days.

Prerequisites:
* Provide proof of a valid PASA, VDWS, FAV, or FEV kiteboarding instructor certification.
* Be at least 19 years old.
* Provide attestation of a minimum of 1 year experience as an instructor.
* Meet all the equivalent prerequisites of an IKO instructor candidate.
* Provide a copy of a valid first aid and CPR certificate.
* Have a power boat license or equivalent skill level if no license is necessary in your country (skills will be evaluated during the IEC).


MEDIC First Aid and CPR Provider Course

Cost:  $90.00 (plus tax)

Duration: 1-days

Location: Kihei Maui or Kanaha Beach Kahului, Hawaii USA

You wonder what to do in case of an emergency to help a person in need before the arrival of medical support? Then this program is for you.
It is also a prerequisite for IKO instructor assistants and instructors level 1. This certification is usually a requirement for all professional watersports instructors.

The instructional system provides an effective and easy-to-use learning process. Reinforced by video and case scenarios, the program will help you build your skills and confidence by alternatively listening, watching and practicing with other trainees and on a CPR training manikin.

An excellent quality manual is provided with a wallet skill guide.

Entry level: None needed. Anyone can follow this course, with a minimum age of 12.

Contents of the MEDIC FIRST AID Basic Program: theoretical and practical first aid courses including all necessary techniques as well as Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.

How long does the course take? 1 day (up to 6.5 hours including breaks).

Evaluation: after completing a multiple choice questionnaire and demonstrating your skill according to your reactions to a simulated situation, you will receive the IKO/MFA certificate of recognition, the MFA basic manual and a first aid provider card.

MEDIC FIRST AID Basic CPR and First Aid for Adults is a CPR and first aid training program designed specifically for the occupational first aid provider. This extremely flexible program will help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care for medical emergencies at work.


Jetski Rescue and kiteboarder recovery course

Duration: 1-days

Location: Kanaha Beach Kahului, Hawaii USA

A course requirement for Kiteboarding instructors. Jetski and boat safety, kiteboarder recovery skills course. Learn kite-launching, landing, and rider rescue and recovery skills. Course includes classwork, ground-school scenarios, and practical evaluation of rescue skills. This course is essential for IKO instructors and training center managers and professional lifeguards, and other water rescue workers. This course is recommended for all professional watersports instructors.

Pre-requisites:
* Be at least 16 years old (parental consent if under 18),
* Have a power boat license of skill level if no license is necessary in your country.


2-Week Kiteboarding Instructor Training Course

Duration: total 10 days 

Cost:  $1295.00 (plus tax)

Location: Kanaha Beach Kahului, Hawaii USA

A complete course for first time Kiteboarding instructors. IKO Assistant Instructor course, plus, Medic First Aid course, boat safety training, and the 5-day Level One IKO Instructor training Course (ITC).

Prerequisites:
* Be a kiteboarder level N3 for at least 6months.
* Be at least 18 years old.
* Meet all the equivalent prerequisites of an IKO instructor candidate.


New Course Dates!    

NEW DATES

Due to the success of our Maui, Oahu, and mainland kiteboarding instructor courses and the continuing demand, we have scheduled some new IKO ITC course dates, Note; the IKO Assistant Courses are available before each ITC, and the "Medic CPR/First Aid" course precedes each ITC Course): 
 

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING BOOKINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSES:

APRIL 2010

Medic CPR/FA: April 12, 2010
ITC MAUI: April 13, 2010 to April 17, 2010

 

SEPTEMBER 2010

Medic CPR/FA: September 6, 2010
ITC MAUI: September 7, 2010 to September 11, 2010

 

If you are interested in attending one of these courses, Click on the link & Download and fill out the application form and Waiver Forms below:

Or call us between 9am-5pm Hawaii Time at (808) 871-5857


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More Information about the Medic CPR/First Aid courses at:  MedicFirstAid


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