Ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Your IKO Certified Instructor will teach you everything you need to become a safe and independent kitesurfer, with lessons offered at 300+ IKO Centers in more than 60 countries. Book your beginner level 1/2/3 course online today.
Already a kiter? Take an Advanced or Evolution Course to learn new tricks, practice new disciplines and progress to the next level. Whether you want to learn how to jump or ride a hydrofoil, our certified instructors offer courses worldwide that meet your needs.
Earn money traveling the world teaching kitesurfing or stay in one place and teach at your favorite spot. We offer the most widely recognized kitesurf instructor certification in the world, with job opportunities at 300+ IKO Centers in more than 60 countries.
We offer the world’s largest selection of recreational and professional kitesurf courses. With over 20 years of research, feedback and testing, we’ve developed courses and certifications in multiple languages to quickly and safely teach new kitesurfers, help kiters progress and train new instructors.
Our elite trainers created eLearning materials using our world-referenced methodology that’s been tested by thousands of kitesurf instructors and includes the latest riding techniques and safety procedures. Start learning online today and get ready for your upcoming lesson.
Founded in 2001 by kitesurfers Frédéric Béné and Eric Beaudonnat, we’ve grown from a two-man vision for the safer development of the sport to the largest kitesurfing organization in the world. We now have an active community of more than 600,000 kitesurfers, 5,000 certified kite instructors and 300+ affiliated IKO Centers in more than 60 countries.
