Watersports Academy Virtual Education

W.A.V.E. Watersports Academy of Virtual Education
Dedicated to the dissemination of safety information, the WAVE site was created as a repository of online information. Some of these pages contain the latest information available. Although cyberspace is ever-changing, the content on some pages may represent a "snapshot of time". These pages are best left unchanged. Dated information may reveal timeless truths or provide archival material for future cyber-surfers. The following pages may contain educational and safety information for various watersports. They are not however intended to replace specific or personalized instruction from a professional educator. Watersports are inherently dangerous. Extreme caution must be exercised when participating in any watersports. No warranty is given for the accuracy, applicability, or completeness of the information contained in these pages and links. They are intended for entertainment purposes, and/or to provoke further discussion and inquiry. Live long, ride safe.
ARTICLES * PRODUCTS * WEBSITES * FORUM * CONTRIBUTIONS * LINKS
Windsurfing Towing Techniques by instructor David Dorn. Long board towing Techniques with illustrations.
SAILBOARD SURVIVAL SKILLS by instructor David Dorn. These course notes are links to large compressed Jpg files. Jpegs may need to be displayed full size to read clearly.
Online Kiteboarder Manual by instructor David Dorn. Website links to large read-online electronic Kiteboarder Manual $14.95 subscription fee.
Online Windsurfing Manual by instructor David Dorn. Website links to large read-online electronic windsurfing Manual $9.95 subscription fee.
Online Surfing Manual by instructor David Dorn. Website links to large read-online electronic Kiteboarder Manual $4.95 subscription fee.
INTRO TO KITEBOARDING MPEG by instructor David Dorn. Click to play introduction video, right-mouse click for control options.
RAPT IN RUBBER - Wetsuit pages. all about wetsuits, type construction, style, and correct fit.
All watersports enthusiasts should know accurate and current weather forecasts. Marine Advisories and Marine warnings that will directly affect their operations, and the safety of students and patrons. Click here for the NOAA Website. And follow the links to the NWS (National Weather Service).
KITESURFING INFORMATION PAGE General information about the sport of kitesurfing.
WIND GIZMOS & GADGETS PAGE by Dave Dorn. Innovations using wind/kite/sail power.
WINDSKIING INFO PAGE. Windskiing photos and scans. Windsurfing on snow.
WINDSURFING TECHNIQUE FORUM by Marc A. Lefebvre. How-to articles and forum.
KITEBOARD CENTER WUL PAGE by instructor John Holzhall. The KITES technique warm up lap explained.
KITEBOARD CENTER MLL PAGE by instructor John Holzhall. Multiple line lengths explained.
WATERSPORTS LIFESTYLE LINKS. Fun stuff 4 you.

Attention Readers: Be aware that equipment and safety systems are changing all the time. You should consult your user manual for proper safety system function for your brand of equipment. No promises are made for the accuracy of the information in these pages, or for any error or omission. Things change, Get training from a certified watersports instructors. Read a lot. Practice using your safety systems and protocols (carefully) in non-critical situations. Ride Safe!