Updated Versions of IKO’s Standards & Chart of Sanctions Are now available!

11 Jun 2014
The IKO is pleased to announce the release of our newly updated Standards (version 4) and Chart of Sanctions (version 2). Begin to implement the changes immediately as you can, however by July 1, 2014, all changes will be mandatory. Read on to learn what is new and how to get it.
             
       

 What has changed?
 
The new updates enrich the existing Standards that IKO Instructors, trainers and Kite Centers follow and respect. The enhancements aim at strengthening the effectiveness of the Standards and simplifying the processes of how sanctions are carried out.

 

Changes to the Standards
 
For all Kiteboarding Levels:
The hook knife is now added to the list of mandatory equipment for Instructors and students.  The new list of student mandatory equipment now includes:
  • Helmet.
  • Kite harness with a handle in the back.
  • Buoyancy aid for water lessons.
  • Stainless steel hook knife specifically for water. It must be in all harnesses and/or buoyancy aids.
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For Instructor Training Courses (ITC) Level 1 Candidate:
  • For kiteboarding boat license for is no longer required.
  • For snowkiting, a letter of recommendation verifying teaching experience in a skiing sport is no longer required.
  • The riding level requirement for ITC Candidates has been increased. In addition to previous requirement it must be demonstrated by: jumping and grabbing; performing toe side riding and board recovery in deep water; and in rider recovery body dragging.
  • The minimum required teaching hours to be certified are now 9 hours during an ITC.
  • New criteria have been established for the final evaluation of Instructors.
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Instructor Renewal 6 Months Limit Period: The limit period has been changed from 2 years to 6 months, over this period, instructor who whishes to renew must enroll an IEC.

The Standards document is a reference that all IKO Pro Members should follow.

Changes to the chart of sanctions
 
  • The re-evaluation of pro members does not exist anymore, but if suspended, an Assistant must redo an AITC and Instructors must do an IEC.
  • Pro members will be able to earn back five (5) quality points every two years provided they have not committed any violation. These points will be given back to members upon a written request.
  • New offense had been added “Teaches beginner with powerful kite (student can fall)” and will be sanctioned.
 
How Do I Get it? 

1. ENTER URL:
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2. Click on “Get ebook”.  

Happy Reading!
 
The IKO Team

 

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