KITEs Method Learn to Kite

here are a few pages from my latest book on how to Teach and Learn Kite Boarding https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/learn-to-kite/id569331917?mt=11...we have a new Slick Ecourse where riders and Coaches can learn at their pace on their Gear on their beach. kitesmethod.com

Kiteboarding Instructor´s Course

Learn to kite

The newest Rider Ecourse is almost ready to Launch on kitesmethod.com

This Kiteboarding Rider and Instructors Course is a compilation of

KITEs Method Book ISBN #9889978192-1
Secrets of Kiteboarding Book ISBN#9889781913
Kiteboarding’s Simple Plan ISBN #9781553950813

Learn to kite

The newest Rider Ecourse is a compilation of the past 4 books and is almost online at kitesmethod.com

Learn to Kite Book #4 
KITEs Method Book ISBN #9889978192-1
KITEs Method E-courses
Secrets of Kiteboarding Book ISBN#9889781913
Kiteboarding’s Simple Plan ISBN #9781553950813[/threecol_one][threecol_one_last]

FAQ´s how to Kite Board, kite Lessons

1. Q.Paul from the big island...long time windsurfer beginner kiter. I have had lessons, and read your book (excellent by the way) and I'm needing shorter lines.
2. I have a Waroo 15 M (25 meter lines) and a GK Trixx 12 M also with 25 meter lines.
3. A. Go with the lengths of 5m + 5m + 15m...this will give you 5 kite options per kite
4. Here is more:
   Most of a kite's range is in the length of lines it is flying on! Not many riders understand this and they end up paying physical and monetary price! How is it that an entry level rider can be comfortably working on his waterstarts on a 12 meter kite while expert riders are powered on the same 12 meter kites? Its simple, the new rider is using 15 meter lines.
5. Q. Help me with the math. How do you get six kites out of one kite?
6. A. Simple...The lines lengths of 5m, 5m and 15m can be used on their own or easily be attached together to make 15m, 20m and 25m lines. This is like getting 5 free kites!
7. A 12 meter kite on 25 meter lines pulls harder for longer than the same kite on 20 meter lines or 15 meter lines or 10 meter lines.
8. 1. 25 meter lines = full power 12 meter kite, great for lite winds, big air or radical action.
9. 2. 20 meter lines = 11 meter kite, Super for strong winds and wave riding
10. 3. 15 meter line = 10 meter kite. Great when learning water starts, or handling strong winds
11. 4. 10 meter lines = 9 meter kite. Good for learning kite control.
12. 5. 5 meter lines = 7 meter kite. Super for learning kite control and management.
13. 6. bar to kite = 5 meter kite. Teach your friends on your kite. It is a great sport, share it!
14. Q. Can I cut down some old lines that I'm not using?
15. A. I cut lines all the time...here is the process:
16. Cutting Lines:
17. Attached is an image of the Method Universal Knot. This is the knot you want to make at the end of every line
18. Step #1 : Remove lines from bar
19. Step #2 : Hook lines on a nail
20. Step #3 : Cut to desired length
21. Loop and Knot:
22. Step #4 : Stick the end of the line between thumb and fore finger...then wrap the line over the fingers to the first line between your wrist and hand.
23. Step#5 : Tie an over hand knot
24. Step #6 : Tie a figure 8 knot at the end of the loop
25. Step #7 : Repeat the process on the other lines

What to teach in the 1st Lesson

When a new rider can Park their kite, they are ready to add levels. If a new rider can not keep their kite parked, they are not ready to add longer lines or more levels.

Learn to Kite Kites Method

This 1st lesson should be taught on 1-3 meter lines. The new rider can make mistakes with out effecting other people on the beach. Once the new Rider can Park his kite, the Coach should teach him how to walk across the direction of the wind while keeping the kite parked. For more about the KITEs Method and How to teach efficiently and Responsibly email us at methodlodge@gmail.com

Kite Boarding Instructor´s Course; Beach Pressure

Traditionally Kite Schools took up a lot of room. They launched upwind and dragged down wind. Almost all of us learned this way, but times have changed and with the KITEs Method, it is possible to limit the amount of down wind runs by teaching new riders how to Park the Kite and Edge Upwind prior to the Waterstart.  Why does this matter?
1. Relieves beach pressure
2. Easier on the Instructor
3. Easier on the Student
4. Teaches the new rider to Park and Edge instead of Tea Bagging.

Now becoming a KITEs Method Certified Instructor is easier than ever. If you are currently Certified and want to convert to the KITEs Method, the process is fun and easy. All our Courses are online as well as in the "Class Room". Simply contact us to start to get KITEs Method Certified! 

Check out the Latest KITEs Method Book in the itunes Store

 Come see us at the Method Lodge on Kite Beach, Cabarete, Dominican Republic for lessons or to Get Certified

Kiteboarding Instructor´s Course

What is the difference between the KITEs Method and the other Certifications?

 1. Physics, in the KITEs Method we use every line length. Every length has a value.  New riders start out with 3 meter lines of less...the reasoning is that new riders need to make their mistakes in a fun safe way. If a new rider can´t keep their kite in the air, there is no point attempting the Water Start.

2. Upwind. It is important to teach new riders to go upwind before they try to Waterstart. It is easy to do and once the new rider can stay upwind, the Instructor can actually ride with them. If new riders can´t go upwind, they are simply Tea Bagging and the instructor has no choice but to chase the new rider down the beach.

This and much more are all in the latest KITEs Method Book available in the itunes store.