Events

Amateur Riders

Downwind event

We will launch from one of the upwind Islands and zig-zag between marker bouys to finish on Mounu Island (downwind expected to take 30 mintues to one hour). Riders can either do it at a Leisurely pace or race.

Freeride Expression Session

This is a fun event judged by the pro girls. Judging will be done over a 30 minute period. Optional if you want to compete or not.

Coaching Clinics

Organized land and sea clinics instructed by the pro riders.

During the week we are likely to cover:
• Gear Set Up
• How to Plan a Heat
• Upwind Riding
• Jumping
• Rotations
• Kite loops
• Handle Passes

You will be split into groups of girls with similar ability. The choice of clinics is up to you.

Pro Division

This division is open to all riders wanting to compete.

Course Race
Mass start. The course will be an upwind beat, and slalom downwind leg.

Boarder-Cross
Riders will compete in groups of four, racing between bouys. The top two riders advance through to the next round.

Freestyle (rider judged)
Short 6 – 8 minute heats will be run.

The overall result will be accumulated from 1/3 Course Race, 1/3 Boarder-Cross, 1/3 Freestyle.

 

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Tonga Kite Boarding 2007